Prof Moss is a C2 rated NRF researcher focus her research on physical activity as modality for the prevention and treatment of risk factors of chronic diseases of lifestyle across the life span, with a focus on persons with special needs (pregnancy, intellectually disabled and depression). As a Biokineticists she is registered with the…
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Hanlie Moss
Prof Moss is a C2 rated NRF researcher focus her research on physical activity as modality for the prevention and treatment of risk factors of chronic diseases of lifestyle across the life span, with a focus on persons with special needs (pregnancy, intellectually disabled and depression). As a Biokineticists she is registered with the…Prof Moss is 'n NRF-navorser wat C2-gegradeer het en fokus op navorsing oor fisieke aktiwiteit as modaliteit vir die voorkoming en behandeling van risikofaktore van chroniese lewenstylsiektes oor die hele lewensduur, met die fokus op persone met spesiale behoeftes (swangerskap, verstandelik gestremdheid en depressie) . As 'n biokinetikus is sy…
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Hanlie Moss
Prof Moss is 'n NRF-navorser wat C2-gegradeer het en fokus op navorsing oor fisieke aktiwiteit as modaliteit vir die voorkoming en behandeling van risikofaktore van chroniese lewenstylsiektes oor die hele lewensduur, met die fokus op persone met spesiale behoeftes (swangerskap, verstandelik gestremdheid en depressie) . As 'n biokinetikus is sy…https://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-data-science-and-computing/programmes
Postgraduate qualifications
Master's programmes offered by the UDSC: MSc in Computer Science - Research (2GK P01 N801P/V/M) MSc in Computer Science - Coursework and research (2GK P01 N801P) MSc in Business Mathematics and Informatics (2BP P01) MSc in Business Mathematics and Informatics with Financial Mathematics (2BP P02) MSc in Business Mathematics and…https://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-data-science-and-computing/advanced-computing-group
Advanced Computing Group
The research group focuses on advancing computational methodologies across diverse domains, including Astronomy Computing, Computational Space Weather, Instrumentation Development, and the Internet of Things (IoT). By leveraging high-performance computing, data science, and machine learning, the group processes large-scale…https://www.nwu.ac.za/mynwu/ri-test2
RI-test2
Prof Awie Kotze Executive Dean; Faculty of Health Sciences (NWU) Prof Babs Surujlal Executive Dean; Faculty of Economic & Management Sciences (NWU) Dr Neo Morei Executive Dean; Faculty of Law (NWU) Prof Lloyd Conely Executive Dean; Faculty of Education (NWU) Prof Liezl Van Dyk Executive Dean; Faculty of…https://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/food-security-and-safety/about-us
About us
Who are we? The Food Security and Safety (FSS) niche area consists of multi-disciplinary research expertise in Agriculture, Biological Sciences, and Environmental Sciences. The strategic aim is to conduct fundamental and applied research and to develop innovative methods of ensuring food security and safety. Through the facilitation of on-going…https://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-expert-weighs-north-west-floods
NWU expert weighs in on North West floods
Torrential rains have left parts of the North West Province struggling with school closures, damaged infrastructure and impassable roads. Learners in several areas were unable to attend school due to flooded classrooms and collapsed buildings, while scholar transport was affected by washed-out roads. North-West University (NWU) Head of the…https://news.nwu.ac.za/vanderbijlpark-campus-hosts-find-your-next-y-presenter-talent-search
Vanderbijlpark Campus hosts 'Find your next Y presenter' talent search
The Arts and Culture Department of the North-West University's (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus, in collaboration with YFM, recently held a "Find your next Y presenter" talent search. This presenter search is part of the festive activities leading up to the annual First-Year Carnival Celebrations, which will take place next month. The carnival is…https://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/food-security-and-safety/contact-us
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Office of the Director of Food Security and Safety, New Science Building, (Room G10), Faculty Natural and Agricultural Science, North-West University. Private bag X2046, Mmabatho, 2735, South Africa. Tel: +27 183892738 E-mail: kenny.mnisi@nwu.ac.zahttps://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-data-science-and-computing/home
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Welcome to the Unit for Data Science and Computing (UDSC) A word of welcome from the director: Prof Roelien Goede +27 18 285 2760 Roelien.Goede@nwu.ac.za Building G3, room G21, Potchefstroom Qualification: PhD, DTE Welcome to the Unit for Data Science and Computing (UDSC) webpage. In an era where artificial…https://news.nwu.ac.za/study-explores-bacteria-plants-new-source-medicine
Study explores bacteria in plants as a new source of medicine
Instead of further depleting overharvested indigenous plants for medicinal purposes, it might be possible to use the bacteria inside their roots. This would preserve at-risk plants while still allowing access to the medicinal properties associated with them. A master’s study by Benedict Ndou, a researcher and a PhD candidate at North-West…https://news.nwu.ac.za/academic-weighs-possibility-south-africa-losing-agoa-trade-benefits
Academic weighs in on possibility of South Africa losing AGOA trade benefits
The trade relationship between South Africa and the United States (US) faces uncertainty as tensions between Pretoria and Washington grow. The potential loss of benefits under the African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA) raises concerns about economic consequences for key industries. "If South Africa loses AGOA benefits, the impact will be…https://news.nwu.ac.za/celebration-literature-and-knowledge-nwu-alumni-and-friends-authors-book-fair
A celebration of literature and knowledge at the NWU Alumni and Friends Authors Book Fair
The North-West University (NWU) Alumni and Friends Authors Book Fair, held on Saturday, 22 February 2025 at the Big Lapa on the NWU Vanderbijlpark Campus, was a remarkable literary gathering that brought together book lovers, aspiring writers and established authors for an unforgettable day of literary celebration. The event showcased the…https://news.nwu.ac.za/love-consent-and-informed-choices
Love, consent and informed choices
North-West University (NWU) students on the Vanderbijlpark Campus gathered at the Vergelegen and Jasmyn residences for an event that redefined the meaning of love. The event was hosted in collaboration with the Student Campus Council (SCC), the Campus Healthcare Centre (CHC), Student Judicial Services (SJS), Student Counselling and Development,…https://news.nwu.ac.za/dr-rassie-erasmus-delivers-guest-lecture
Dr Rassie Erasmus delivers guest lecture
He has a recipe for success, and he knows how to collect the trophies. One of South Africa’s favourite sons, Dr Rassie Erasmus, was a welcome sight back at the North-West University (NWU) when he delivered his first guest lecture since being awarded an honorary doctorate in 2024. The lecture, entitled From the Sidelines to the Spotlight: Insights…https://news.nwu.ac.za/ambulance-service-enhances-safety-247-coverage
Ambulance service enhances safety with 24/7 coverage
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Vanderbijlpark Campus has taken a significant step to enhance health and safety by renewing its EMS Ambulance service, which officially began operations on 1 February 2025. This initiative follows the expiration of the previous contract for emergency medical services and aims to offer comprehensive support to…https://news.nwu.ac.za/study-reveals-shifting-portrayals-women-south-african-advertisements
Study reveals shifting portrayals of women in South African advertisements.
Television advertisements influence how society views gender roles, and a new study from North-West University (NWU) explores how women are represented in South African adverts. The research, conducted by Koketso Rabanye from the NWU’s School of Communication, examined both traditional and changing portrayals of women in the media. “Advertisers…