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Academic research shows Coca-Cola is ‘part of the family’ for young people in SA and Nigeria – Gqeberha in the News

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Academic research shows Coca-Cola is ‘part of the family’ for young people in SA and Nigeria: at Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). Akingbade, a post-doctoral research fellow at Canrad, detailed his research into normalising discourse about sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) ... Source: "Gqeberha" - BingNews. Spar workers strike over pay: Spar distribution centre in Gqeberha. Workers say their pay is not on par with workers at other Spar distribution centres. Since … [Read more...] about Academic research shows Coca-Cola is ‘part of the family’ for young people in SA and Nigeria – Gqeberha in the News

Minerals Council invests in Covid-19 research critical to mining industry – Port Elizabeth Business News

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Minerals Council invests in Covid-19 research critical to mining industry: Head of health at the Council Dr Thuthula Balfour says that healthcare workers were learning continuously about the coronavirus disease and its impact. Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Bruce Douglas: Doing the business after rugby: Celtic dealt blow in pursuit of target, former Rangers star set for Hearts switch, Stoke City interested in former Celtic target - Scottish Premiership Rumour Mill Former … [Read more...] about Minerals Council invests in Covid-19 research critical to mining industry – Port Elizabeth Business News

SACO to share important creative research at workshops

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SACO to share important creative research at workshops: THE cultural and creative industries (CCI) are often misunderstood. Not anymore. The South African Cultural Observatory (SACO), based at Nelson Mandela University, has developed a baseline cultural information system to help practitioners, policy-makers and planners better understand the South African cultural and creative economy. Source: News Latest News. … [Read more...] about SACO to share important creative research at workshops

Grahamstown in the news: Giyani Enters Into Research Collaboration With Rhodes University

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Giyani Enters Into Research Collaboration With Rhodes University: As part of its research efforts, Giyani established a relationship with Professor Hari Tsikos, head of Postgraduate Research in Iron and Manganese Ore Resources (PRIMOR) at Rhodes University, Grahamst... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Farm for Sale in Grahamstown Central: A high carrying capacity grazing farm, ideal for the start-up cattle farmers or game breeder. This 92-hectare property is fully game fenced and has a neat … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: Giyani Enters Into Research Collaboration With Rhodes University

Illovo appoints Boomtown for research project

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Africa's biggest sugar producer, Illovo, has appointed Boomtown for a consumer research project. With proven expertise within the FMCG sector, the Boomtown strategy department is working on market research into the main markets for the popular brand. "We're familiar with the FMCG markets across various African nations, and have worked with multiple household brands," remarks Stuart Innell, Boomtown lead strategist. "The entire team is incredibly excited to be working with another iconic South … [Read more...] about Illovo appoints Boomtown for research project

University staff awarded for excellence in research, teaching and engagement

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University staff awarded for excellence in research, teaching and engagement: South African academics have been called upon to play a more active role in the country’s major decision making structures so as to use their research to make a meaningful impact in the development of the country. This was the bold call by renowned actor and creative Dr John Kani, while delivering the keynote address at Nelson Mandela University's prestigious Research, Teaching and Engagement Excellence … [Read more...] about University staff awarded for excellence in research, teaching and engagement

Research in financial services: Professing a way forward

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Research in financial services: Professing a way forward: The importance of Financial Services Providers (FSPs) to the South African economy, specifically towards GDP growth, employment creation and employment transformation will be the main topic of the inaugural professorial address by Professor Chantal Rootman tomorrow evening. Source: News Latest News. … [Read more...] about Research in financial services: Professing a way forward

SANRAL Southern Region appoints first research associate

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SANRAL Southern Region appoints first research associate: EDUCATION IS KEY: Keith Nare is the newly appointed research associate at the South African National Roads Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL) lab in Port Elizabeth. SANRAL Southern Region appoints first research associate Port Elizabeth, 13 March 2017: The recent addition to the staff complement at the South African National Roads Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL) is a doctoral candidate who also volunteers as a maths and science and homework club mentor. … [Read more...] about SANRAL Southern Region appoints first research associate

The Research Community Keen to Showcase Latest Research Output in Economic Development at ERAN Conference

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The Research Community Keen to Showcase Latest Research Output in Economic Development at ERAN Conference: Leading research minds in South Africa are frantically placing finishing touches on to their research papers in anticipation of the 2nd Economic Research Advisory Network (ERAN) conference that will be held in Bloemfontein, Free State Province from 8 – 10 March 2017. The Annual Conference which is in its second instalment, will be hosted by the Department of Trade and Industry … [Read more...] about The Research Community Keen to Showcase Latest Research Output in Economic Development at ERAN Conference

Research, innovation and teaching lauded

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Research, innovation and teaching lauded: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University staff making major strides in their respective academic fields were lauded for their work at the prestigious Research, Teaching and Engagement Excellence Awards last night. Source: NMMU News Latest News. NMMU response to Minister Blade Nzimande's recommendation on 2017 fees: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) welcomes Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande’s announcement today, which … [Read more...] about Research, innovation and teaching lauded

SACO research library filling its shelves

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SACO research library filling its shelves: The SACO library in Port Elizabeth is already open to the public. Photo: Paula Holmes While South Africa lost an invaluable part of the collection of the law library at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Howard College, this month, another one is steadily growing. The South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) has been building a digital and physical library to assist both staff and the public’s research efforts on arts, culture, heritage and economics. … [Read more...] about SACO research library filling its shelves

Botany postgraduate research flourishes

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Botany postgraduate research flourishes: NMMU’s Botany department has had a research output boost this year with students and staff producing 20 articles and supervisor Prof Janine Adams reaching a milestone of more than 100 published scientific articles. Source: NMMU News Latest News. NMMU MANDELA LEGACY LECTURE SEEKING TO DECOLONISE EDUCATION: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University’s (NMMU) Faculty of Education is hosting this year’s Mandela Legacy Lecture, with … [Read more...] about Botany postgraduate research flourishes

South African Dermatologist awarded L’Oréal African Hair & Skin Research Grant

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South African Dermatologist awarded L’Oréal African Hair & Skin Research Grant: Dr Willem Visser, Head of Dermatology, Stellenbosch University has been awarded the L’Oréal African Hair & Skin (www.LOreal.co.za) research grant for his research on Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) (www.AfricaDerm.com). The award is open to all dermatologists and African PhD students specialising in the science of skin and hair. Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) is a skin and hair condition that … [Read more...] about South African Dermatologist awarded L’Oréal African Hair & Skin Research Grant