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New Frontiers for Mathematical Research
28 October, 2025
The first Workshop on Pandisciplinary Research on Mathematical Structures took place in September 2025, offering a well-planned and engaging programme for postgraduate students in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics.
NITheCS Associate wins prize in global photo competition
28 October, 2025
We are delighted to congratulate NITheCS Associate Dr Yaseera Ismail for achieving second place in the “At a Glance” category of the IUPAP–IYQ2025 Photo Contest, held in celebration of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.
NITheCS rewards innovators at 45th Eskom Expo
27 October, 2025
NITheCS participated in the 45th Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair, held at Emperors Palace Conference Centre in Kempton Park on 9–10 October 2025. The event brought together some of South Africa’s most promising young minds to celebrate scientific excellence and innovation across a wide range of disciplines. During the Special Awards Ceremony, Mr Aluwani Guga presented laptops on behalf of NITheCS to four school learners who demonstrated outstanding creativity, innovation and scientific rigour in their respective research projects.
Associate wins prestigious STEM Award
27 October, 2025
When Prof Dephney Mathebula learned she had been named one of the winners of the 2025 Mail & Guardian Women of Power Awards, her reaction was a mix of disbelief, relief, and immense gratitude.
Featured Scientist: Prof Irvy (Igle) Gledhill
27 October, 2025
Prof Igle Gledhill is an Honorary Adjunct Professor of Flow Physics in the School of Mechanical, Industrial and Aeronautical Engineering at the University of the Witwatersrand. Her fields of expertise in physics are Computational Fluid Dynamics and Applied Computational Physics.
South Africa’s voice at BRICS 2025
22 October, 2025
NITheCS Associate Dr William Tichaona Vambe recently represented South Africa at the 10th BRICS Young Innovators Forum in Brazil. His selection as one of only nine participants from 259 applicants is a remarkable achievement that underscores his contributions to science, technology, and innovation.
Featured scientist: Dr Vivien Visaya
25 September, 2025
‘My research focuses on the analysis of time series data – data that reflects real-world phenomena observed over time. Beyond traditional statistical modelling and forecasting methods, I am interested in dynamical systems, particularly in how complex systems evolve and exhibit chaotic behaviour. Currently I am exploring Topological Data Analysis (TDA), which employs tools from algebraic topology and geometry to extract shape-based features from data, providing additional insights beyond classical analysis techniques.’
Associate writes book for postgrads
25 September, 2025
NITheCS Associate Dr Farai Mlambo of the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) has authored a new book that speaks directly to the heart of the postgraduate experience.
NITheCS at National Science Week 2025
24 September, 2025
NITheCS once again participated in the official launch of National Science Week, which was held at the Tshwane University of Technology in Pretoria West on 2 August 2025. Under the theme ‘Science, Technology, and Innovation are for everyone’, the event brought together learners, educators, researchers and science enthusiasts from across the country.
