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A/Prof Rencia van der Sluis: Biochemical Genetics
Jun 09, 2023 - Research Background to research What is Biochemical Genetics? Biochemical Genetics is the study of the relationships between genes and enzymes, specifically the role of genes in controlling the steps in biochemical pathways. The focus of our research is to elucidate the role of secondary detoxification pathways in alleviating the symptoms…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/molecular-biology/members-biochemical-genetics
Members - Biochemical Genetics
Jun 09, 2023 - Research leaders and publication links Prof Rencia van der Sluis Associate Professor Research: ORCID LinkedIn Web of Science Telephone: +27 18 299 2068 E-mail: 21224919@nwu.ac.za Office: Potchefstroom Campus, Building F3, Room 202 Qualifications: PhD Expertise: Molecular genetics, biotechnology, enzyme kinetics,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/molecular-biology/biochemical-genetics-projects-funders-and-news
Biochemical Genetics - Projects, Funders and News
Jun 09, 2023 - Ongoing projects and collaborations International We are working together with Prof J. O. Sass from the Bonn-Rheinn Sieg University of Applied Sciences in Germany to determine the effect of variants in the glycine N-acyltransferase gene on isovalerylglycine conjugation. This is a less toxic metabolite that is formed in isovaleryl acidemia…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/molecular-biology/members-virology
Members - Virology
Jun 09, 2023 - Research leaders and publication links Dr Monray Edward Williams Senior Lecturer Research: Google Scholar / Orcid / Scopus Telephone: +27 18 299 4198 E-mail: : Monray.Williams@nwu.ac.za Office: Potchefstroom Campus, Building F3, Room 112 Qualifications: PhD Expertise: Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, Biotechnology Active…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/molecular-biology/virology-projects-funders-and-news
Virology - Projects, Funders and News
Jun 09, 2023 - Ongoing projects and collaborations Dr. Esme Janse Van Vuren, Hypertension in Africa Research Team (HART), Physiology, North-West University Dr. Pieter Naude, Neuroscience Institute, University of Cape Town Funders Dr. Monray Williams: Thuthuka grant 2023-2026 News Dr. Monray Williams awarded the novice teacher award 2022 NWU…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/electrochemistry-energy-environment-eee-group/history-group
History to the Group
Jul 04, 2023 - When joining the North-West University in 2004, Professor Cobus Kriek established the PGM Chemistry Group having moved to the NWU from The Council for Mineral Technology (Mintek). The initial research research focus was very much geared towards the Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) and could be summarised as focussing on “electron transfer to…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/catalysis-and-synthesis/collaborators
Collaborators
Jul 03, 2023 - Our collaborators and/or coinvestigators are as follows: Prof A Swarts – Department of Chemsitry, Wits Prof Lyn-Marie Birkholtz - DST/NRF South African Research Chair (SARChI) in Sustainable Malaria Control -University of Pretoria (SA) Proff SF Mapolie, SJ Ojwach, G Smith, NJ Goosen, Dr B Makhubela - DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence in…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/catalysis-and-synthesis/funders
Funders
Aug 30, 2023 - NRF Sasol c*Change DAAD DSThttp://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/hydrometallurgy/history-group
History to the Group
Jul 04, 2023 - Previously known as the Membrane Technology Group (MT, since 1996) under the leadership of Prof. Henning Krieg, the Hydrometallurgy Research Group was formed with a new focus in 2020. The MT research group had a specific goal to discover environmentally friendly, cost-effective membrane-based separation solutions for industrial and rural…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/hydrometallurgy/background-research
Background to the Research
Jul 04, 2023 - The North-West Province's mining sector is a significant contributor to the region's GDP, employing 150,000 people across 300 active mines. To maintain and strengthen this position, it's crucial to prioritise research and skills development. Innovations in mineral beneficiation are required to meet the challenges of transitioning from fossil…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/hydrometallurgy/research-leaders-and-publication-links
Research Leaders and Publication Links
Aug 30, 2023 - Mr. Derik van der Westhuizen Research scientist, group leader Orcid | Scopus Telephone: +27 18 299 2346 Email: derik.vanderwesthuizen@nwu.ac.za Office: Potchefstroom Campus, Building G8, Room 107 Highest qualification: M.Sc in Chemical Engineering Expertise: solvent extraction,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/hydrometallurgy/current-research-focus
Current Research Focus
Jul 05, 2023 - In an effort to create more sustainable outcomes for the mining and energy industries, the Hydrometallurgy research group is teaming up with the NWU Minerals Beneficiation research group at the Faculty of Engineering's Centre of Excellence for Carbon based Fuels (CoE for CbF) to conduct joint research as a cluster. This cluster is well-equipped to…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/hydrometallurgy/active-researchers-and-publication-links
Active Researchers and Publication Links
Apr 03, 2025 - Shriya Roopa Jnr. Metallurgist Orcid Marcus Keulder Jnr. Metallurgist Hanno Bijzet Process Engineer…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/hydrometallurgy/collaborators
Collaborators
Jul 03, 2023 - Our collaborators and/or coinvestigators are as follows: Dr. J. Kerres, Team Leader, Membrane Polymer Synthesis, HI-ERN, Erlangen, Germany Dr. V. Atanasov, Group Leader, Stuttgart University, Germany Dr. OSL Bruinsma, Managing Director, Bruinsma Solutions, South Africa Prof. M. Dry, Managing Director, Arithmetek, Canada Mr. P.…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/hydrometallurgy/funders
Funders
Jul 03, 2023 - Tharisa Minerals Arxo Metals RedoxOne Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, German Research Foundation) National Research Foundation (NRF, South Africa) Technology Innovation Agency (TIA, South Africa) The Chemical Industries Education & Training Authority (CHIETA, South Africa)http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/laboratory-analytical-services/key-functions-las
Key Functions of the LAS
Jul 03, 2023 - The Key Functions of the LAS include: Provision of state-of-the-art spectroscopic instruments Separation and thermal analyses equipment Knowledge transfer and training to students and researchers in all disciplines of science and engineeringhttp://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/laboratory-analytical-services/bruker-micro-qtof-hrms-dip-apci-and-esi-sources
Bruker Micro QTOF (HRMS) with DIP-APCI and ESI sources
Sep 06, 2023 - The Bruker MicroQTOF II is a high-resolution mass spectrometer that is equipped with both DIP-APCI and ESI ionization sources. This instrument is widely used in various research fields, such as metabolomics, proteomics, and environmental analysis, due to its high sensitivity, accuracy, and resolution. The DIP-APCI source allows for the direct…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/laboratory-analytical-services/bruker-autoflex-speed-iii-maldi-stainless-steel-polished-steel
Bruker Autoflex speed III MALDI with stainless steel, polished steel target plates and a TLC accessory plate
Jul 05, 2023 - The Bruker Autoflex Speed III TOF/TOF is a matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight (MALDI-TOF) mass spectrometer that combines the high-resolution capability of time-of-flight (TOF) mass spectrometry with the specificity of tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS). The instrument is compatible with both ground steel and polished…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/laboratory-analytical-services/bruker-600-mhz-nuclear-magnetic-resonance-spectrometer-nmr-direct
Bruker 600 MHz nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer (NMR) with direct (BBO) and indirect (TBI) broadband observation probes
Sep 06, 2023 - The 600 MHz NMR spectrometer is a high-field instrument with a magnet strength of approximately 14 Tesla. The NMR spectrometer is a workhorse and more than 1 000 samples are analysed per annum. Samples that are dissolved in liquids can be analysed. Routine analysis can be performed, which typically involves 1H, 11B, 13C, 19F, and 31P…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/laboratory-analytical-services/bruker-emx-electron-paramagnetic-resonance-spectrometer-epr