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Call for proposals: CSIR Rental Pool Programme 2026/27

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is inviting proposals for the Rental Pool Programme (RPP) for the 2026/27 financial year. Funded by…

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A call for proposals: African Laser Centre - Research Collaboration Programme 2026

The African Laser Centre, a flagship initiative championed by the New Partnership for Africa’s Development and funded by the Department of Science, Technology…

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Continued global warming headlines “State of the Climate in 2024” report

The latest information on the global climate state has been released in the publication “The State of the Climate 2024”. Contributions from scientists…

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CSIR supports the South African delegation at the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee 2025

Strong support for urgent and coordinated international action to end plastic pollution across its full life cycle remained at the forefront during the second…

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CSIR showcases 5G and TVWS tech at University of Limpopo, highlighting inclusive connectivity

On 20 August 2025, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) captivated the University of Limpopo campus in Mankweng with a demonstration of…

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DSTI – CSIR African Laser Centre Scholarship Programme for African Students

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation – Council for Scientific and Industrial Research African Laser Centre  ( DSTI-CSIR ALC) invites…

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DSTI – CSIR African Laser Centre Knowledge Exchange Programme 2026

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation – Council for Scientific and Industrial Research African Laser Centre Knowledge Exchange Programme (…

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CSIR to host 8th Emerging Researchers Symposium

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) will host its 8th Emerging Researchers Symposium (ERS), an initiative designed to empower the next…

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CSIR ocean expert to serve on seventh Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

The CSIR’s Dr Sandy Thomalla has been selected as a first author on the seventh assessment report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).…

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National Space Conference: CSIR calls for investment in local radar satellites

The CSIR is calling for urgent investment in radar and other satellite technologies that researchers say could transform agriculture, energy, security and even…

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Embracing the Future: Revolutionising global mobility with cutting-edge technologies locally

In our rapidly evolving world, the concept of mobility is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Gone are the days when transportation simply meant getting…

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Bridging the gender gap: Boitumelo Leotlela awarded Best Student paper at FDCR2025 conference

In the context of South Africa’s research, development and innovation (RD&I) agenda, Boitumelo Leotlela’s recognition as Best Student at the Foundational…

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CSIR hosts eMicromobility Workshop at NAACAM Show 2025

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) will host an exclusive workshop on Thursday, 14 August 2025, at the NAACAM Show 2025, taking place at…

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Wired for the future: Sharing science behind FDCR2025

In a world increasingly defined by digital acceleration, the question is no longer whether we need digital skills but which ones and for…

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CSIR empowers young learners to explore careers in STEMI

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) hosts its annual Career Day on 5 and 6 August 2025 at its Pretoria campus. The event aims to inspire…

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Celebrating excellence: Phelisa Ntayiya nominated as finalist in the 2025 South African Women in Science Awards

Phelisa Ntayiya, a software engineer within the Geospatial Modelling Analysis research group at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR),…

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