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3MC-PIMS-SIMONS Summer School 2026
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3MC-PIMS-SIMONS Summer School 2026: Program
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3MC-PIMS-SIMONS Summer School 2026: Mini-Courses
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National Aquatic Bioassay Facility (NABF)
FundersNational Research Foundation (NRF) South Africa, National Nanotechnology Equipment Programme and the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation The National Aquatic Bioassay Facility (NABF) forms part of the NWU Water Research Group (WRG) and is regarded as one of the largest Zebrafish facilities in the southern hemisphere.…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group/lab-239
Environmental Chemical Facility
FundersNorth-West University The Chemical Facility is part of the Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management (UESM), which provides the infrastructure and expertise required to prepare and analyse biological and environmental samples for the assessment of organic and inorganic pollutants and toxicants across a variety of matrices,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group/lab-203
"The Parasite" - Parasitology Lab 203
Funders National Research Foundation (NRF) South African & National Science Foundation (NSF) United States The Water Research Group (WRG) within the Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management (UESM) at the North-West University (NWU) hosts a specialised laboratory dedicated to the study, description, and redescription of…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group/our-impact-c
Our impact
Community engagement"If children don't grow up knowing about nature and appreciating it, they will not understand it, and if they don’t understand it, they won't protect it, and if they won't protect it, who will?"— Sir David Attenborough At the Water Research Group (WRG) of North-West University (NWU), community outreach is not an…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/paa/3MC-PIMS-SIMONS-Summer-School-2026/Participants
3MC-PIMS-SIMONS Summer School 2026: Participants
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3MC-PIMS-SIMONS Summer School 2026: Travel
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Molecular Lab 310
FundersNational Research Foundation (NRF) South African & National Science Foundation (NSF) United States Within the Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management (UESM) at North-West University (NWU), the Water Research Group (WRG) has a molecular laboratory devoted to the preparation of biological specimens for molecular…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group/our-impact-sdg
Our impact
Contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development GoalsThe research undertaken by the North-West University Water Research Group (WRG) is driven by the belief that excellent science should not only advance knowledge but also contribute to solving real-world environmental challenges. Through interdisciplinary research in ecology,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group/ENIVRA
WRG-UESM ENVIRA Newsletter
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The 21st Biennial AABNF Conference.
Host Institution: Proudly hosted by North-West University (NWU), Potchefstroom Campus, South Africa.Dates: May 2nd to 6th, 2027.Tagline: Harnessing Biological Nitrogen Fixation (BNF) as a green technology to secure Africa's food future under a changing climate.Call to Action: [Register Now] | [Submit Your Abstract] | [Download First Announcement]…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/african-association-biological-nitrogen-fixation-aabnf/organising-committee-and-keynote-speakers
Organising Committee and Keynote Speakers
Organising CommitteePresident, LOC: Prof. Rasheed Adeleke (North-West University).Members: Dr. Siphiwe Lusiba (University of Venda)Prof. Olubukola Babalola (North-West University)Dr. Deidre van Wyk (North-West University)Prof. Lucy Moleleki (University of Pretoria)Dr. Ashira Roopnarain (Agricultural Research Council)Prof. Ahmed Idris Hassen (…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/african-association-biological-nitrogen-fixation-aabnf/programme-and-workshops
Programme and Workshops
The 5-day "Delegate Journey" includes:Day 1 (May 2): Arrival, formal protocols, and registration.Day 2 (May 3): Plenary sessions featuring international keynotes and parallel scientific tracks.Day 3 (May 4): Mid-conference excursion to local agricultural sites to observe legume adaptations firsthand.Day 4 (May 5): Specialised workshops, deep-dive…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/african-association-biological-nitrogen-fixation-aabnf/call-abstractspapers-and-registration
Call for Abstracts/Papers and Registration
Call for Abstracts/PapersScientific Themes: Includes plant-microbe interactions, biotechnological advances, grain and forage legumes, and policy development.Format: Abstracts should be approximately 250 words with up to seven keywords.Submission Deadline: November 30, 2026.Submission Link: [Submit Abstract Online via Google Forms].…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/african-association-biological-nitrogen-fixation-aabnf/venue-and-accommodation
Venue and Accommodation
Venue: Potchefstroom Campus, NWU, a hub of academic excellence in South Africa.Accessibility: Served by OR Tambo International Airport with dedicated participant shuttles provided between the airport and Potchefstroom.Accommodation: Sports village and a range of VIP and student-friendly hotels are available within the city. Visit our accommodation…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/african-association-biological-nitrogen-fixation-aabnf/sponsors-and-partners