Research
Globally renowned marine scientist to participate at Unisa's Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium
Prof Juliet Hermes, a leading global marine scientist, will share her expertise during a high-level panel discussion at the Unisa Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium, taking place from 30 to 31 July 2025. Read more
Cementing global collaboration through innovation and entrepreneurship exchange programme
To cement global collaboration, Unisa's student innovators and technology entrepreneurs have embarked on an international exchange programme that exposes them to world-class innovation practices, elevating the university's endeavour to promote innovation, entrepreneurship and commercialisation. Read more
Join a leading African futurist at Unisa's Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium
Mic Mann, co-founder and CEO of Africarare – Africa's first metaverse – will be a featured panellist during Unisa's Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium, taking place from 30 to 31 July 2025. Read more
Unisa PhD student seeks to protect human and environmental health
Over the years, the use of plastic food packaging has become a global cause of concern because of its ability to leach into food. Celia Muzeza’s study aims to contribute solutions for reducing phthalate pollution from wastewater treatment plants. Read more
Study finds black men underrepresented in public healthcare facilities
A recent study by Mampete Mookeng found that despite the availability of free public primary health care services in townships, Black men seldom utilise them. Read more
A new dawn for Unisa's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem
The Directorate of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Commercialisation recently hosted the inaugural Unisa Innovation and Entrepreneurship Networking Session, where key players from the university's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem came together to foster collaboration and build synergy. Read more
Demystifying misconceptions and errors in simplifying algebraic fractions
Unisa's master's student and high school deputy principal, Cynthia Mkhari, says that by understanding the common errors and misconceptions learners make when simplifying algebraic fractions, educators can create strategies that address these errors. Read more
Proudly African, globally relevant: Celebrating the PRG's research for impact
Unisa's professional and support staff recently shone at the 2025 Research and Innovation Week's Professional Research Group workshop through showcasing impactful research rooted in African realities. Read more
Unisa Launches the Dr Motsoko Pheko Digital Archive Collection
Unisa recently held the official handover and digital launch of the Dr Motsoko Pheko Collection – a monumental archive honouring one of South Africa's revered liberation figures and celebrated Unisa alumnus. Read more
Y2 NRF-rated young scholar pursues cutting-edge research to benefit society
As a young academic with unlimited potential, Dr Muthumuni Managa is making a mark in the scientific community to benefit society through ensuring access to safe and healthy drinking water, propelled by research. Read more