Innovations

The durable bricks are made from 30% recycled plastic, some of which they collect from a network of 50 waste pickers

Twenty-one years of recognising excellence in science, engineering, technology and innovation

Winner: Hot Spot

There is always hope for a better world

Sharon van Wyk reports on a passionate winemaker.

Dr Thavi Govender and his team of researchers are investigating the synthesis and testing of inhibitors targeting HIV/Aids and XDR-TB.

Although the tannin produced from wattle bark isn’t perfect, there are ways to make it ecofriendly, writes Sharon van Wyk.

Dr Niall Vine and his team are developing methods to mass produce the probiotics diet supplement that improves the perlemoen’s immune system.

A dedicated group of scientists and students are working at making steak juicier, tastier and more tender than ever before, writes Sharon van Wyk

The Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute is in war mode defending indigenous forests, writes Sharon van Wyk.

Sharon van Wyk looks at why Thrip, a research and development programme, ensures the growth of scientific development in the country.

Professor Chrissie Rey heads a Thrip-funded research project aimed at putting cassava on the map as Africa’s leading subsistence and commercial crop.