The Danish Ministry of the Environment visited the CSIR on 9 June 2015 at Knowledge Commons. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss possible co-operation between Denmark and South Africa in the areas of water and the environment. A full article will follow shortly.
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Vietnamese delegation expresses interest in CSIR’s biosciences research
A delegation from Vietnam led by Dr Do Trung Ta, head of Committee of the National Programme for High-tech Development who is also former Minister of Information and Communication, and Chairman of National Science and Technology Policy Council, accompanied by a high-level delegation from his country visited the CSIR on 23 April 2015. The delegation […]
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Egyptians visit South Africa to accelerate joint research programme
The Egyptian Minister of Scientific Research, H.E. Prof. Sherif Hammad accompanied by a high level delegation visited the CSIR on 8 April 2015. The delegation’s interest was on the CSIR’s information, communication and technology (ICT), biosciences (particularly plant biotechnology), remote sensing and space science research. Prior to their visit at the CSIR, the delegation held […]
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National Research Foundation 2015 Call Schedule
The National Research Foundation (NRF) has issued the 2015 Call Schedule. Priority investment areas are, Established Researchers, Human and Infrastructure Capacity Development, Strategic knowledge Fields, Applied Research Innovation & Collaboration, Strategic Platforms Grants, International Relations and Cooperation and, Community Engagement Grants More information: Call schedule for 2015 Communication from NRF Executive Director: Grants Management & Systems […]
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Energy Research Programme (Hub & Spokes) Deadline 10 February 2015
The DST and NRF are pleased to announce the Energy Research Programme Call for Ocean Energy Spoke 2015. The overall aim of the Spokes are to accelerate the delivery of knowledge capacity and appropriate human resources in strategic focus areas of renewable and sustainable energy in support of accelerated and shared economic growth within the […]
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Call for proposals: SA/Japan S&T research cooperation. Deadline 10 September 2014
The National Research Foundation (NRF) invites researchers to submit proposals for joint projects in the following areas of science and technology (S&T): Humanities Social Sciences Natural Sciences The National Research Foundation (NRF) and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) entered into a MoU in 2005 as implementers following a 2003 Agreement on […]
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ESASTAP – Invitation to submit Expression of Interest: Deadline 16 June 2014
ESASTAP Plus aims to support the deepening of science, technology and innovation cooperation between South Africa and Europe, with a special focus on innovation. The project is supported by the European Commission under the Seventh Framework Programme, with co-funding from the South African Department of Science and Technology. The project is coordinated by the PRAXI […]
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Thuthuka Programme call: Deadline 23 June 2014
The Thuthuka Programme of the National Research Foundation (NRF) aims to improve the research capabilities of designated researchers (Black: African, Indian and Coloured researchers) with the ultimate aim of redressing historical imbalances. The categories available are post-graduate bursaries, post-doctoral fellowships and staff development grants. Deadline: 23 June 2014. More information.
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Blue Skies Research Funding call: Deadline 4 July 2014
The National Research Foundation (NRF) invites researchers to submit concept notes for the Blue Skies Research Funding Instrument, which aims to provide space and time for research to “push the frontiers of knowledge and to encourage imagination” through scientific and scholarly endeavours. Blue Skies-type research is associated with fundamental and basic research programmes. Closing date: […]
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NRF call for proposals: SA/Romania research collaboration. Deadline 16 May 2014
South Africa and the Government of Romania signed an agreement 15 September 2004 in Bucharest, Romania aimed at contributing to scientific advancement in both countries through the funding of joint research activities in specified research fields; providing an opportunity for young researchers in the two countries to engage; supporting the advancement of basic research and; […]
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