Category: Science Matters

Research Nugget Impact of Umjolo Breakups on South African University Students Romantic relationship dissolutions (RRDs), or breakups, are a common yet often overlooked cause of emotional distress, especially among young adults in university. While breakups are not classified as “traumatic”

Research Nugget From Tradition to Trend: Marula Beer’s Journey to Commercial Success For over 10,000 years, the marula tree (Sclerocarya birrea) has played a vital role in Southern African life, providing food, medicine, and a cherished traditional alcoholic beverage—marula beer.

Research Nugget Parenting Style Behind Highly Resilient Students in South Africa South Africa has a tough economic and social environment that requires people to be strong and adaptable to deal with everyday challenges. Learning how parenting affects resilience can help

Research Nugget Infection, Nutritional Status, and Body Composition in Infants from Birth to Six Months Many infants in South Africa face poor nutrition, frequent infections, and limited access to clean water and sanitation. These issues can slow their growth, weaken

Research Nugget Perceived Healthfulness, and Consumption of Ultra-processed Products Among Adults in South Africa In low- and middle-income countries, such as South Africa, the rising consumption of ultraprocessed products (UPPs) poses a significant public health challenge. These products, which are

Research Nugget Water Quality Monitoring in Remote Communities Access to safe drinking water remains a significant challenge in many parts of the world, particularly in rural and isolated areas. In South Africa, limited rainfall, inadequate water management systems, and reliance

Research Nugget Functional and Nutritional Properties of Infrared and Microwave Heat-Moisture Treated Sorghum Meals Sorghum is a key dietary staple, with starch making up 68%–75% of its composition. Despite its status as a slowly digestible starch compared to other grains,

Financing Dynamics in South Africa’s Green Hydrogen Energy Transition Achieving transformative change involves more than technological advancements; it requires structural adjustments in skills, infrastructure, regulations, cultural dynamics, and user preferences. Financing plays a pivotal role in this process, shaping how