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-EventsWebinar: Invitation to a Knowledge-Sharing Virtual WorkshopGovernment officials, recipients of public funding for research and development (R&D), entrepreneurs, private sector stakeholders in innovation, and representatives of public science, technology and innovation (STI) entities are invited to an interactive workshop intended to contribute to improving the government’s June 3, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsScience for Society Lecture SeriesWebinar Invitation: NRF Science for Society Lecture SeriesThe impact of climate variability and change in agriculture poses a particular challenge for the African continent and has led to weakened resilience in nutrition and food security in various African countries. In addition, the war in Ukraine has also May 30, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsFormer NRF Board Member, Dr Namane Magau, passes awayIt is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of a former National Research Foundation (NRF) Board Member, Dr Namane Magau. Dr Magau, who died at age 70, served on the NRF Board from 2008 to May 24, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsNEOFrontiers Programme to Address Socioeconomic and Environmental ChallengesA new programme developed by the South African National Space Agency (SANSA) in collaboration with the National Research Foundation (NRF), called the New Earth Observation Frontiers (NEOFrontiers), was launched at an event held at the NRF’s head office in Pretoria May 23, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsNRF CEO Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo on the difficult choices facing his agency and whether ratings still matterWhen Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo took over as Chief Executive Officer of the National Research Foundation, it was a time of flux for South Africa’s flagship funding agency. The NRF was reeling from large cross-government budget cuts as part of measures May 19, 2022Read more -NRF in the News2022 Youth Month Campaign and QuestionnaireThe NRF annually invites profile submissions to celebrate young researchers during Youth Month who have an affiliation with the NRF and its Business Units (NRF-SAASTA, NRF-SAAO, NRF-iThemba LABS, NRF-SAIAB, NRF-SAEON and NRF-SARAO). The affiliation can be through funding, employment, or May 18, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsSasols’ Energy Transition – Collaboration on the Hydrogen EconomySasol and the National Research Foundation (NRF) wish to engage at a strategic level with your institution and others to better understand our national research capabilities and the challenges and opportunities ahead with regards to South Africa’s energy transition. We May 5, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsDr Mary-Jane Bopape appointed as Managing Director of NRF-SAEONIt gives the NRF immense pleasure to announce that Dr Mary-Jane Bopape has been appointed as the new Managing Director of NRF-SAEON, effective from 09 May 2022. Dr Bopape is a seasoned scientist with an impressive record of accolades, revealing May 3, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsNRF-DAAD Information SessionJoin the NRF and the DAAD for an online info session and find out more about the joint NRF-DAAD Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship. This annual call is open to South African citizens and permanent South African residents for postgraduate studies April 29, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsFIAS CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 2023/2024 April 28, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsAnnouncement for the new dates of the New Earth Observation Frontiers (NEOFRONTIERS) Launch and Information Session.NEOFrontiers is the new South African National Space Agency (SANSA)/Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) earth observation Research and Development (R&D) funding programme, managed in partnership with the National Research Foundation (NRF). It is with great pleasure to announce the April 28, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsFounder & CEO of Black Women in Science (BWIS), Climate Scientist and Academic Researcher, Ms Ndoni Mcunu, Passes AwayIt is with deep sadness that the National Research Foundation (NRF) learnt of the passing of Ms Ndoni Mcunu on Saturday, 16 April 2022. Ms Mcunu is the founder and CEO of Black Women in Science (BWIS), a researchers’ programme April 19, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsDr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo Appointed to COHORT EXCOThe Committee of Heads of Organisations of Research and Technology (COHORT) held a plenary meeting on 06 April 2022 where a new EXCO and Chair were elected for the 2022-2024 term. NRF CEO, Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo, was appointed to the April 11, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsOpen Call for Institutions in Southern Africa: In Country/ In Region Scholarship programmeCall for host institutions: DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship DAAD invites academic institutions in Southern Africa to apply to become In-Country/In-Region partner institutions to host and mentor scholarship holders, starting in 2024. This is a two-stage process. Deadline for submission of expression April 11, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsNEOFrontiers Launch PostponedWith deep regret we wish to inform all the stakeholders that, due to unforeseen circumstances, the NEOFrontiers Launch and information session, planned for 11 April 2022, has been postponed. New dates will be communicated soon. Registered participants will automatically receive April 5, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsNRF and NSFAS Announce Partnership Agreement for Postgraduate Student FundingThe National Research Foundation (NRF) has partnered with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), to collaborate on initiatives that will increase access to funding opportunities for postgraduate students. This initial five-year partnership commences from April 2022, with the annual March 24, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsNRF South Africa to host the Africa Future Earth Global Secretariat HubThe National Research Foundation (NRF) is pleased to announce its selection to host the Africa Future Earth Global Secretariat Hub. The Africa Hub will join eight global hubs namely: Canada (Montreal), China (Beijing), France (Paris), Japan (Tokyo), South Asia (Bengaluru), March 23, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsNRF-SAASTA’s New Managing Director is Working Towards a Science-Literate South AfricaIt’s been a little over three months since Dr Mamoeletsi Mosia began her journey spearheading the South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (NRF-SAASTA) as its Managing Director. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from the Technical University of March 8, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsRealising the potential of open scienceThe following article was written by Dr Sepo Hachigonta and Dr Aldo Stroebel. It was published in the Cape Times on 22 February 2022 under “Social Impact”. Dr Hachigonta is the director of Strategic Partnerships and Dr Stroebel the executive March 3, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsNRF-SARAO MD Dr Rob Adam awarded Honorary Doctorate by UCTDr Rob Adam, Managing Director of the National Research Foundation’s South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO), is one of the six recipients of Honorary Doctorates awarded by the University of Cape Town (UCT) for having excelled in their fields and February 25, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsPost Doctoral Research Scholarship 2022/2023: NRF/SARChI Chair in Sustainable Local (Rural) LivelihoodsNRF/SARChI CHAIR IN SUSTAINABLE LOCAL (RURAL) LIVELIHOODS Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral Research Scholarship under the NRF/SARChI Chair in Sustainable Local (Rural) Livelihoods based in the School of Management, IT and Governance within the College February 23, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsEarly bird registration for SRI2022 is now openEarly bird registration for SRI2022 is now open! SRI is releasing an initial batch of 250 onsite tickets to attend the event in-person in Pretoria, South Africa, as well as all online tickets. A number of registration options are available February 11, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsAn Electrifying View of the Heart of the Milky WayNoise and chaos reign at the heart of the Milky Way, our home galaxy, or so it appears in an astonishing image captured recently by astronomers in South Africa. The image, taken by the MeerKAT radio telescope, an array of 64 antennas February 3, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsFulbright South African Foreign Student Program 2023-2024Scholarships to work towards your Master’s or PhD studies in the United States. The following opportunities are available: Visiting Student Researcher (VSR): VSRs conduct one year’s research at a U.S. institution towards their South African PhD studies. Current National Research February 3, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsFulbright South African Research Scholar Program 2023-2024Conduct research in your field at a U.S. academic or research Institution for three to nine months. Eligibility: Researcher/Scholar South African Citizen/Permanent Resident Doctoral Degree or Equivalent University Teaching Experience & Productive Scholarly Record Visit: https://za.usembassy.gov/education-culture/fulbright-postdoctoral/ Apply by May 01, February 3, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsThe Belmont Forum, Future Earth and Future Africa have launched their call for session proposals for the SRICongress 2022!This call is open to groups composed of anyone working in sustainability science and practice, which includes the research sector, government, business, philanthropy, art and civil society. Proposals can be submitted in English, French, Japanese, Mandarin and Spanish! Submissions close February 2, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsRetirement of National Research Foundation (Nrf) Deputy CEO: Risa And appointment of New Deputy CEO: RisaFollowing 12 years of exceptional service to the NRF, we bid a fond farewell to the National Research Foundation’s Deputy CEO of Research and Innovation Support and Advancement (RISA), Dr Gansen Pillay, as he retires on the 31st of January February 2, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsMinister Nzimande welcomes South Africa’s hosting of NASA-funded Hazardous Asteroid Tracking TelescopeThe Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, is pleased that one of two new ATLAS asteroid alert system telescopes is being hosted in South Africa. The system, operated by the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy, January 31, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsCall for proposals – Early Career Research CollaborationsDear everyone, This serves to draw your attention to this Call for Proposals aimed at facilitating research collaborations amongst early career academics/researchers in mathematical sciences. This is open to all early career researchers/academics at member institutions of the National Graduate January 18, 2022Read more -NRF in the NewsScience MattersNRF Science Matters Magazine Vol4 Issue2COVID-19 again takes centre stage with a report on vaccine hesitancy in South Africa. The impact of the COVID-19 lockdowns on HIV care is the subject of another study, this time in KwaZulu-Natal, a region with the country’s heaviest HIV/AIDS December 15, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsDr Gansen Pillay conferred “IIASA Honorary Scholar” by IIASADr Gansen Pillay, Deputy Chief Executive Officer RISA, has been recognised by the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) with an appointment as IIASA Honorary Scholar. A highly significant title, Dr Pillay’s long-standing commitment and prominent leadership in establishing and expanding November 22, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsYoung Scientists Summer ProgramIIASA offers a summer program for PhD students to undertake a scientific project on a topic related to the IIASA research agenda. Annually, from 1 June to 31 August, IIASA hosts up to 50 doctoral students from around the world November 11, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsNRF-iThemba LABS joins the IAEA’s Collaborating Centre NetworkOn Tuesday, 09 November, NRF-iThemba LABS officially became an International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Collaborating Centres. This designation was conferred during a virtual signing ceremony with signatories the Deputy Director General for Nuclear Science and Applications at the IAEA, Ms November 10, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsIAEA Appoints NRF-iThemba LABS as newest member of Collaborating Centre NetworkThe International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), consisting of 173 member-states collaborates with designated Member State Institutions through its Collaborating Centres Network to implement its programmatic activities that focus on research, development and training in the field of nuclear science. There are November 8, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsCall for Proposals: Inclusive Community-based Research – Science Shops DevelopmentThe South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA) in partnership with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) would like to invite South African universities to submit proposals in response to the grant call for facilitating inclusive community-based November 5, 2021Read more -EventsSAIAB Seminar Series 2021: Harnessing the metabolic potential of indigenous marine biodiversityWebinar, Thursday 04 November 2021, 10:30 Currently, natural products or their derivatives account for more than half of all new pharmaceutical drugs on the market or in clinical trials. Many of the new molecules in the drug discovery pipeline are November 4, 2021Read more -NRF in the News2021 NRF Awards Honour and Celebrate South Africa’s Top Researchers and ScientistsOn the 2nd of November 2021, the National Research Foundation (NRF) hosted the prestigious celebration of South African research excellence; the NRF Awards. The annual NRF Awards recognise recent outstanding achievements made by individuals and teams whose excellence has significantly advanced November 3, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsDr Faïçal Azaiez Elected Fellow of the American Physical SocietyDr Faïçal Azaïez, Director of NRF-iThemba LABS, has been elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society (APS) by its Representatives in recognition of his leadership in experimental nuclear-structure physics, management of international research facilities, and promotion of science and October 29, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsDr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo Appointed to the Belmont ForumThe NRF is pleased to announce the election of Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo, CEO, to the Steering Committee of the Belmont Forum. The NRF is a founding member of this prominent group. Established in 2009, the Belmont Forum is a partnership October 26, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsProf Bruce Mellado wins TW Kambule-NSTF Award for ResearchProfessor Bruce Mellado won the TW Kambule-NSTF Award: Research at this year’s NSTF-South32 Awards. Named after the esteemed South African Mathematician and Educator who was the first black professor at the University of the Witwatersrand, the award recognises research and research outputs. Prof October 15, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsNew Leadership of the International Science CouncilThe National Research Foundation (NRF) would like to congratulate a prominent scholar from South Africa who have been elected to the Governing Board of the International Science Council. The general assembly of the ISC is taking place during 11-15 October October 14, 2021Read more -Nobel Inspired Lecture2021 Virtual Nobel-Inspired Lecture: Adapting to Climate Change – What does the science say?Climate change has been described as the defining crisis of our time. Yet, the world is still not on track to achieve international climate commitments. With unprecedented events such as wildfires and higher than normal temperatures across many countries, the October 6, 2021Read more -Nobel Inspired Lecture2021 Virtual Nobel-Inspired Lecture: The meaning of Science in the age of Covid-19, one year laterSince the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak as a global pandemic in March 2020, science and scientists have been propelled to the forefront to play the critical role of informing global strategies on tackling and managing the October 4, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsGlobal Forum of Funders: Unleashing Science – Delivering Missions for SustainabilityIn partnership with the National Research Foundation and prominent international partners, the International Science Council has published a seminal report: Unleashing Science: Delivering Missions for Sustainability – a call to action emphasising that the achievement of the transformative vision of the SDGs September 23, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsCall for Abstracts: 7th World Conference on Research IntegrityThe 7th WCRI will take place next year from the 29th May to 1st June 2022. The deadline for submitting abstracts and applying for conference travel grants is fast approaching on the 15th October 2021. Please visit the conference website to submit September 22, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsSasol & NRF Call: Research Proposals to Enable SA’s Energy Transition & Green EconomySasol, together with the National Research Foundation (NRF), is calling for research proposals on science and engineering projects that can enable its energy transition and that of the country, as well as the development of South Africa’s green economy. The September 20, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsProf Felix Dakora awarded the 2021 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and FoodThe NRF congratulates Prof Felix Dakora as the 2021 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food Laureate. This prominent award was made in the category of ‘Outstanding Career in Agricultural Development’ for his distinguished career devoted to agricultural September 17, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsTelescope built by Karoo locals releases data to astronomers around the worldThe HERA telescope, an array of 350 antennas situated next to MeerKAT in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, is being built by a team of local artisans from the town of Carnarvon. It has now released its first September 16, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsThree supermassive black holes merge together in our nearby universeResearchers discover three supermassive black holes merging together in our nearby universe Researchers using the IRSF (InfraRed Survey Facility) at SAAO in Sutherland, have discovered three supermassive black holes from three galaxies merging together! The IRSF is a collaboration between September 15, 2021Read more -NRF in the NewsNRF Framework to Advance the Societal and Knowledge Impact of ResearchIn line with NRF Vision 2030, which is grounded on Transformation, Impact Excellence and Sustainability (TIES), the NRF has developed a Framework to Advance the Societal and Knowledge Impact of Research. This Framework outlines how the NRF, through its core September 10, 2021Read more 1 2 … 7 8 9
-EventsWebinar: Invitation to a Knowledge-Sharing Virtual WorkshopGovernment officials, recipients of public funding for research and development (R&D), entrepreneurs, private sector stakeholders in innovation, and representatives of public science, technology and innovation (STI) entities are invited to an interactive workshop intended to contribute to improving the government’s June 3, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsScience for Society Lecture SeriesWebinar Invitation: NRF Science for Society Lecture SeriesThe impact of climate variability and change in agriculture poses a particular challenge for the African continent and has led to weakened resilience in nutrition and food security in various African countries. In addition, the war in Ukraine has also May 30, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsFormer NRF Board Member, Dr Namane Magau, passes awayIt is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of a former National Research Foundation (NRF) Board Member, Dr Namane Magau. Dr Magau, who died at age 70, served on the NRF Board from 2008 to May 24, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsNEOFrontiers Programme to Address Socioeconomic and Environmental ChallengesA new programme developed by the South African National Space Agency (SANSA) in collaboration with the National Research Foundation (NRF), called the New Earth Observation Frontiers (NEOFrontiers), was launched at an event held at the NRF’s head office in Pretoria May 23, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsNRF CEO Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo on the difficult choices facing his agency and whether ratings still matterWhen Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo took over as Chief Executive Officer of the National Research Foundation, it was a time of flux for South Africa’s flagship funding agency. The NRF was reeling from large cross-government budget cuts as part of measures May 19, 2022Read more
-NRF in the News2022 Youth Month Campaign and QuestionnaireThe NRF annually invites profile submissions to celebrate young researchers during Youth Month who have an affiliation with the NRF and its Business Units (NRF-SAASTA, NRF-SAAO, NRF-iThemba LABS, NRF-SAIAB, NRF-SAEON and NRF-SARAO). The affiliation can be through funding, employment, or May 18, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsSasols’ Energy Transition – Collaboration on the Hydrogen EconomySasol and the National Research Foundation (NRF) wish to engage at a strategic level with your institution and others to better understand our national research capabilities and the challenges and opportunities ahead with regards to South Africa’s energy transition. We May 5, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsDr Mary-Jane Bopape appointed as Managing Director of NRF-SAEONIt gives the NRF immense pleasure to announce that Dr Mary-Jane Bopape has been appointed as the new Managing Director of NRF-SAEON, effective from 09 May 2022. Dr Bopape is a seasoned scientist with an impressive record of accolades, revealing May 3, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsNRF-DAAD Information SessionJoin the NRF and the DAAD for an online info session and find out more about the joint NRF-DAAD Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship. This annual call is open to South African citizens and permanent South African residents for postgraduate studies April 29, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsAnnouncement for the new dates of the New Earth Observation Frontiers (NEOFRONTIERS) Launch and Information Session.NEOFrontiers is the new South African National Space Agency (SANSA)/Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) earth observation Research and Development (R&D) funding programme, managed in partnership with the National Research Foundation (NRF). It is with great pleasure to announce the April 28, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsFounder & CEO of Black Women in Science (BWIS), Climate Scientist and Academic Researcher, Ms Ndoni Mcunu, Passes AwayIt is with deep sadness that the National Research Foundation (NRF) learnt of the passing of Ms Ndoni Mcunu on Saturday, 16 April 2022. Ms Mcunu is the founder and CEO of Black Women in Science (BWIS), a researchers’ programme April 19, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsDr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo Appointed to COHORT EXCOThe Committee of Heads of Organisations of Research and Technology (COHORT) held a plenary meeting on 06 April 2022 where a new EXCO and Chair were elected for the 2022-2024 term. NRF CEO, Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo, was appointed to the April 11, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsOpen Call for Institutions in Southern Africa: In Country/ In Region Scholarship programmeCall for host institutions: DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship DAAD invites academic institutions in Southern Africa to apply to become In-Country/In-Region partner institutions to host and mentor scholarship holders, starting in 2024. This is a two-stage process. Deadline for submission of expression April 11, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsNEOFrontiers Launch PostponedWith deep regret we wish to inform all the stakeholders that, due to unforeseen circumstances, the NEOFrontiers Launch and information session, planned for 11 April 2022, has been postponed. New dates will be communicated soon. Registered participants will automatically receive April 5, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsNRF and NSFAS Announce Partnership Agreement for Postgraduate Student FundingThe National Research Foundation (NRF) has partnered with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), to collaborate on initiatives that will increase access to funding opportunities for postgraduate students. This initial five-year partnership commences from April 2022, with the annual March 24, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsNRF South Africa to host the Africa Future Earth Global Secretariat HubThe National Research Foundation (NRF) is pleased to announce its selection to host the Africa Future Earth Global Secretariat Hub. The Africa Hub will join eight global hubs namely: Canada (Montreal), China (Beijing), France (Paris), Japan (Tokyo), South Asia (Bengaluru), March 23, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsNRF-SAASTA’s New Managing Director is Working Towards a Science-Literate South AfricaIt’s been a little over three months since Dr Mamoeletsi Mosia began her journey spearheading the South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (NRF-SAASTA) as its Managing Director. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from the Technical University of March 8, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsRealising the potential of open scienceThe following article was written by Dr Sepo Hachigonta and Dr Aldo Stroebel. It was published in the Cape Times on 22 February 2022 under “Social Impact”. Dr Hachigonta is the director of Strategic Partnerships and Dr Stroebel the executive March 3, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsNRF-SARAO MD Dr Rob Adam awarded Honorary Doctorate by UCTDr Rob Adam, Managing Director of the National Research Foundation’s South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO), is one of the six recipients of Honorary Doctorates awarded by the University of Cape Town (UCT) for having excelled in their fields and February 25, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsPost Doctoral Research Scholarship 2022/2023: NRF/SARChI Chair in Sustainable Local (Rural) LivelihoodsNRF/SARChI CHAIR IN SUSTAINABLE LOCAL (RURAL) LIVELIHOODS Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral Research Scholarship under the NRF/SARChI Chair in Sustainable Local (Rural) Livelihoods based in the School of Management, IT and Governance within the College February 23, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsEarly bird registration for SRI2022 is now openEarly bird registration for SRI2022 is now open! SRI is releasing an initial batch of 250 onsite tickets to attend the event in-person in Pretoria, South Africa, as well as all online tickets. A number of registration options are available February 11, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsAn Electrifying View of the Heart of the Milky WayNoise and chaos reign at the heart of the Milky Way, our home galaxy, or so it appears in an astonishing image captured recently by astronomers in South Africa. The image, taken by the MeerKAT radio telescope, an array of 64 antennas February 3, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsFulbright South African Foreign Student Program 2023-2024Scholarships to work towards your Master’s or PhD studies in the United States. The following opportunities are available: Visiting Student Researcher (VSR): VSRs conduct one year’s research at a U.S. institution towards their South African PhD studies. Current National Research February 3, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsFulbright South African Research Scholar Program 2023-2024Conduct research in your field at a U.S. academic or research Institution for three to nine months. Eligibility: Researcher/Scholar South African Citizen/Permanent Resident Doctoral Degree or Equivalent University Teaching Experience & Productive Scholarly Record Visit: https://za.usembassy.gov/education-culture/fulbright-postdoctoral/ Apply by May 01, February 3, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsThe Belmont Forum, Future Earth and Future Africa have launched their call for session proposals for the SRICongress 2022!This call is open to groups composed of anyone working in sustainability science and practice, which includes the research sector, government, business, philanthropy, art and civil society. Proposals can be submitted in English, French, Japanese, Mandarin and Spanish! Submissions close February 2, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsRetirement of National Research Foundation (Nrf) Deputy CEO: Risa And appointment of New Deputy CEO: RisaFollowing 12 years of exceptional service to the NRF, we bid a fond farewell to the National Research Foundation’s Deputy CEO of Research and Innovation Support and Advancement (RISA), Dr Gansen Pillay, as he retires on the 31st of January February 2, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsMinister Nzimande welcomes South Africa’s hosting of NASA-funded Hazardous Asteroid Tracking TelescopeThe Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, is pleased that one of two new ATLAS asteroid alert system telescopes is being hosted in South Africa. The system, operated by the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy, January 31, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsCall for proposals – Early Career Research CollaborationsDear everyone, This serves to draw your attention to this Call for Proposals aimed at facilitating research collaborations amongst early career academics/researchers in mathematical sciences. This is open to all early career researchers/academics at member institutions of the National Graduate January 18, 2022Read more
-NRF in the NewsScience MattersNRF Science Matters Magazine Vol4 Issue2COVID-19 again takes centre stage with a report on vaccine hesitancy in South Africa. The impact of the COVID-19 lockdowns on HIV care is the subject of another study, this time in KwaZulu-Natal, a region with the country’s heaviest HIV/AIDS December 15, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsDr Gansen Pillay conferred “IIASA Honorary Scholar” by IIASADr Gansen Pillay, Deputy Chief Executive Officer RISA, has been recognised by the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) with an appointment as IIASA Honorary Scholar. A highly significant title, Dr Pillay’s long-standing commitment and prominent leadership in establishing and expanding November 22, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsYoung Scientists Summer ProgramIIASA offers a summer program for PhD students to undertake a scientific project on a topic related to the IIASA research agenda. Annually, from 1 June to 31 August, IIASA hosts up to 50 doctoral students from around the world November 11, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsNRF-iThemba LABS joins the IAEA’s Collaborating Centre NetworkOn Tuesday, 09 November, NRF-iThemba LABS officially became an International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Collaborating Centres. This designation was conferred during a virtual signing ceremony with signatories the Deputy Director General for Nuclear Science and Applications at the IAEA, Ms November 10, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsIAEA Appoints NRF-iThemba LABS as newest member of Collaborating Centre NetworkThe International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), consisting of 173 member-states collaborates with designated Member State Institutions through its Collaborating Centres Network to implement its programmatic activities that focus on research, development and training in the field of nuclear science. There are November 8, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsCall for Proposals: Inclusive Community-based Research – Science Shops DevelopmentThe South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA) in partnership with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) would like to invite South African universities to submit proposals in response to the grant call for facilitating inclusive community-based November 5, 2021Read more
-EventsSAIAB Seminar Series 2021: Harnessing the metabolic potential of indigenous marine biodiversityWebinar, Thursday 04 November 2021, 10:30 Currently, natural products or their derivatives account for more than half of all new pharmaceutical drugs on the market or in clinical trials. Many of the new molecules in the drug discovery pipeline are November 4, 2021Read more
-NRF in the News2021 NRF Awards Honour and Celebrate South Africa’s Top Researchers and ScientistsOn the 2nd of November 2021, the National Research Foundation (NRF) hosted the prestigious celebration of South African research excellence; the NRF Awards. The annual NRF Awards recognise recent outstanding achievements made by individuals and teams whose excellence has significantly advanced November 3, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsDr Faïçal Azaiez Elected Fellow of the American Physical SocietyDr Faïçal Azaïez, Director of NRF-iThemba LABS, has been elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society (APS) by its Representatives in recognition of his leadership in experimental nuclear-structure physics, management of international research facilities, and promotion of science and October 29, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsDr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo Appointed to the Belmont ForumThe NRF is pleased to announce the election of Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo, CEO, to the Steering Committee of the Belmont Forum. The NRF is a founding member of this prominent group. Established in 2009, the Belmont Forum is a partnership October 26, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsProf Bruce Mellado wins TW Kambule-NSTF Award for ResearchProfessor Bruce Mellado won the TW Kambule-NSTF Award: Research at this year’s NSTF-South32 Awards. Named after the esteemed South African Mathematician and Educator who was the first black professor at the University of the Witwatersrand, the award recognises research and research outputs. Prof October 15, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsNew Leadership of the International Science CouncilThe National Research Foundation (NRF) would like to congratulate a prominent scholar from South Africa who have been elected to the Governing Board of the International Science Council. The general assembly of the ISC is taking place during 11-15 October October 14, 2021Read more
-Nobel Inspired Lecture2021 Virtual Nobel-Inspired Lecture: Adapting to Climate Change – What does the science say?Climate change has been described as the defining crisis of our time. Yet, the world is still not on track to achieve international climate commitments. With unprecedented events such as wildfires and higher than normal temperatures across many countries, the October 6, 2021Read more
-Nobel Inspired Lecture2021 Virtual Nobel-Inspired Lecture: The meaning of Science in the age of Covid-19, one year laterSince the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak as a global pandemic in March 2020, science and scientists have been propelled to the forefront to play the critical role of informing global strategies on tackling and managing the October 4, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsGlobal Forum of Funders: Unleashing Science – Delivering Missions for SustainabilityIn partnership with the National Research Foundation and prominent international partners, the International Science Council has published a seminal report: Unleashing Science: Delivering Missions for Sustainability – a call to action emphasising that the achievement of the transformative vision of the SDGs September 23, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsCall for Abstracts: 7th World Conference on Research IntegrityThe 7th WCRI will take place next year from the 29th May to 1st June 2022. The deadline for submitting abstracts and applying for conference travel grants is fast approaching on the 15th October 2021. Please visit the conference website to submit September 22, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsSasol & NRF Call: Research Proposals to Enable SA’s Energy Transition & Green EconomySasol, together with the National Research Foundation (NRF), is calling for research proposals on science and engineering projects that can enable its energy transition and that of the country, as well as the development of South Africa’s green economy. The September 20, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsProf Felix Dakora awarded the 2021 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and FoodThe NRF congratulates Prof Felix Dakora as the 2021 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food Laureate. This prominent award was made in the category of ‘Outstanding Career in Agricultural Development’ for his distinguished career devoted to agricultural September 17, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsTelescope built by Karoo locals releases data to astronomers around the worldThe HERA telescope, an array of 350 antennas situated next to MeerKAT in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, is being built by a team of local artisans from the town of Carnarvon. It has now released its first September 16, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsThree supermassive black holes merge together in our nearby universeResearchers discover three supermassive black holes merging together in our nearby universe Researchers using the IRSF (InfraRed Survey Facility) at SAAO in Sutherland, have discovered three supermassive black holes from three galaxies merging together! The IRSF is a collaboration between September 15, 2021Read more
-NRF in the NewsNRF Framework to Advance the Societal and Knowledge Impact of ResearchIn line with NRF Vision 2030, which is grounded on Transformation, Impact Excellence and Sustainability (TIES), the NRF has developed a Framework to Advance the Societal and Knowledge Impact of Research. This Framework outlines how the NRF, through its core September 10, 2021Read more