Category: Science Matters

Research Nugget Astronomy as a strategic driver for sustainable development https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lq3T5VQkzZg The International Astronomical Union’s Office of Astronomy for Development (IAU OAD) is hosted by the NRF–SAAO, a business unit of the National Research Foundation (NRF). Traditional development approaches are

Research Nugget The Missing Middle: Funding gaps for mid-career researchers in South Africa Mid-career researchers are at risk of falling into a critical gap where they are no longer eligible for early-career support but are not yet sufficiently established to

Research Nugget Parental Concerns Around Children’s Road Safety En Route to School Children’s safety in traffic is a major concern globally, with traffic injuries recognised as a leading cause of preventable death among children and young people. Children in low-

Research Nugget How Social Media Shopping Affects Well-Being in South Africa Social media has become part of everyday life for millions of South Africans. Beyond communication and entertainment, it has also become a space for shopping and self-expression. Yet the

Research Nugget Contributions of Social Media to Paratransit and Minibus Taxi Challenges in South Africa In South Africa, minibus taxis, are the most popular form of public transport. These taxis dominate the market, but many operators still rely on informal

Research Nugget Money Does Not Stay, It Is a Visitor — I Blew It! Modern culture often links happiness with material wealth, yet many who suddenly gain large sums of money quickly lose it all. In South Africa’s unequal society,

Research Nugget Festive-Season Gender-Based Violence in South Africa Gender-based violence (GBV) remains one of South Africa’s most urgent social and criminal challenges. While South Africa has frameworks to combat GBV, enforcement remains inconsistent. Law-enforcement agencies face heavier workloads in December

Research Nugget Fresh vs Dry Lemongrass Tea Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is a common herbal tea in many African homes, known for its refreshing flavour and healing properties. Although lemongrass is used in both its fresh and dried forms, very little

Research Nugget Burnout: Work-Related Wellbeing Profiles of South African Employees Across the world, organisations rely on motivated employees who are fully engaged in their work. Engaged employees are energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to their tasks—qualities that boost productivity and morale.

Research Nugget Physical Activity Profile of Hypertensive Adults Living in Rural South Africa Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a serious global health concern and a leading cause of early death. In South Africa, the condition is widespread, especially in