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Don’t miss the NWU’s National Science Week activities
The North-West University (NWU), in conjunction with South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA), will host various National Science Week activities from 1 to 6 August 2021. National Science Week (NSW), an initiative of the Department of Science and Technology, is an annual countrywide celebration of science,…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/digital-health-and-medical-devices-africa
Digital Health and Medical Devices for Africa
The fourth industrial revolution and the relatively fast development of Internet of Things (IoT) technology is unlocking new possibilities in healthcare. The NWU Faculty of Engineering in close collaboration with the NWU Business School and the Faculty of Health Sciences would continue to focus on the development and commercialisation of…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/solar-car/2014
2014
2014 In 2014 the North-West University designed and built a brand new solar car, Sirius X25, to take part in the Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa. The NWU solar team managed to set a national record for the furthest distance travelled on a single day by a South African team, namely 416km. The team also improved on all their…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/sustainable-engineering/course-information
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[accordion collapsed] Programme content 4 modules 20ure Do I qualify for this programme? ADD INFO Structure of the programme ADD INFO What can I do with this qualification? ADD INFO How to apply ADD INFO Documents required to apply for the Postgraduate Diploma ADD INFO Fees ADD INFO Frequently Asked…http://news.nwu.ac.za/lean-times-more-food-can-be-produced-fewer-resources
In lean times, more food can be produced with fewer resources
Agriculture is at the forefront of ensuring food security and researchers at the North-West University (NWU) are constantly looking for innovative and more effective ways to enhance this crucial sector. Associate professor Rojanette Coetzee from the School of Industrial Engineering is focusing on “lean agriculture” to reduce waste and improve…http://news.nwu.ac.za/shared-vision-ahead-engagement-marks-new-era-cooperation
A shared vision ahead: an engagement that marks a new era of cooperation
On Monday, 18 December 2023 the North-West University (NWU) and the Mine Health and Safety Council (MHSC) engaged in a discussion aimed at promoting collaboration and fostering a relationship that will benefit both parties. The meeting took place at the office of the of the vice-chancellor in Building F1 on the Potchefstroom Campus, with both…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu%25E2%2580%2599s-innovations-impress-abroad
NWU’s innovations impress abroad
Two staff members from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) subject group Psychology recently rubbed shoulders with scholars in the innovation space in London. Dr Petro Erasmus and Irene Tsele were selected to be part of the South African cohort of 14 people to participate in the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Leadership in Innovation…http://news.nwu.ac.za/two-nwu-researchers-running-science-oscars
Two NWU researchers in the running for Science Oscars
Researchers from the North-West University (NWU) have done it again. The finalists for the 2018/2019 NSTF-South32 Awards have finally been announced, and this year two esteemed researchers from the NWU have been nominated. The “Science Oscars”, also known as the NSTF-South32 Awards, aim to recognise and applaud researchers and academics that…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwus-prof-leenta-grobler-rising-star
NWU’s Prof Leenta Grobler – A Rising Star
Prof Leenta Grobler, the director for business development and stakeholder engagement in the Faculty of Engineering at the North-West University (NWU), is a true trailblazer and not even the Covid-19 pandemic can hold her back. She was recently announced as a semi-finalist in the category Public and Private Service of the annual Accenture…http://news.nwu.ac.za/hard-work-advancing-world-language-technology
Hard at work advancing the world of language technology
Prof Febe De Wet, an associate professor in the School of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering at the North-West University (NWU), has more than three decades of experience in her field, and her passion is the driving force in making a meaningful contribution to her industry. She is working on several projects that deal with speech…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-alumna-appointed-ceo-newspace-systems
NWU alumna appointed CEO at NewSpace Systems
Tanya Lerm never imagined herself in the aerospace sector. But nearly seven years after joining NewSpace Systems, she now leads it. “Stepping into the role of CEO at NewSpace Systems has been one of the most significant moments of my career, both professionally and personally,” said Tanya, who holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in…http://news.nwu.ac.za/self-driving-cars-super-fast-communication-and-smart-cities-need-advanced-wireless-networks-run
Self-driving cars, super-fast communication and smart cities need advanced wireless networks to run
Artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly transformed communication systems in today’s modern world. The integration of AI into various communication systems will likely lead to more advanced capabilities and the invention of new applications. Autonomous vehicles, exceptionally fast communications speeds and smart cities come to mind.…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/solar-car/world-solar-challenge
World Solar Challenge
The NWU Solar Car Team and our futuristic mobile, the Sirius X25 has made history by becoming the first African team to ever cross the finish line of the World Solar Challenge. We completed the 3000km gruelling journey through the outback of Australia in 47hr22min, with an average speed…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-advances-science-tourism
NWU advances science in tourism
Under the theme of ‘Advancing Science Tourism’, the North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng celebrated National Science Week from 7 to 11 August 2017. National Science Week (NSW), an initiative of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), is a countrywide celebration of science involving various role players conducting…http://news.nwu.ac.za/experts/dawie-branken
Dawie Branken
Dr Branken obtained his PhD in the field of membrane-based gas separation from the North-west University (South Africa) in 2013, after obtaining his MSc in the field of crystallization in 2009. During his post-graduate studies, Dr. Branken has gained knowledge in the field of general fluorine chemistry, as well as expertise in both “wet” and “dry…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-applauds-best-best-lecturers
NWU applauds best-of-the best lecturers
The North-West University (NWU) celebrated its star lecturers during its Institutional Teaching Excellence Awards ceremony (ITEA). This annual event took place on 14 March at the Snowflake venue in Potchefstroom. Prof Juaneé Cilliers of the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and Prof Alfred Brunsdon of the Faculty of Theology walked…http://news.nwu.ac.za/how-grow-crops-and-generate-energy-same-time
How to grow crops and generate energy at the same time
A smart solar-powered partnership between the North-West University (NWU) and a German renewable energy company is empowering communities to grow food while generating energy. Co-financed by the German government, this partnership between the Faculty of Engineering and SUNfarming, one of Germany’s 10 major photovoltaic project development…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/test-modal-0
Test modal
Dr Felix Büchi Paul Scherrer Institut, Head Electrochemistry Laboratory a.i. and Fuel Cell Systems and Diagnostics Group × Speaker: Dr Felix Büchi Dr. Felix N. Büchi Electrochemistry Laboratory, Energy and Environment Division, Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI) OLGA/115, CH-5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland felix.…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/upcoming-events
Upcoming events
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