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Itumeleng Bahetane calls for indigenous language content across media
Mar 30, 2026 - In a time of multi-media and content creators, the critical role of indigenous languages in shaping inclusive and meaningful media content was explored during a lecture at the North-West University (NWU). Itumeleng Bahetane, South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) North West regional operations manager, returned to the NWU where his media…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nuclear-sector-important-economic-growth-driver-says-nwu-vice-chancellor
Nuclear sector is an important economic growth driver, says NWU Vice-Chancellor
Mar 30, 2026 - The nuclear sector remains an important economic growth driver that can support job creation, skills development and industrial expansion in South Africa, according to North-West University (NWU) principal and vice-chancellor Prof. Mzubanzi Bismark Tyobeka. Speaking at the NWU Nuclear Alumni Engagement held on 19 March 2026 in Sandton, Prof .…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-amenities
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Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Available Amenities, The Research Commons offers a range of dedicated facilities to support focused study, collaborative work, and access to essential research tools in a comfortable and professional environment. Quiet study zones High-performance computers with internet Bookable discussion rooms Group facilities Printers, Scanners Lockers (if available) Kitchenette…, Policies, Food & Beverage Only snacks and covered beverages are allowed within the Commons. NO messy foods such as pizza, pies or lunch boxes are allowed in the Commons. You may eat outside the library. Please wipe any spills on the workspace, and throw trash in the dustbin. Workspace Spaces are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Don't leave…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-training-workshops
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Mar 30, 2026 - Research Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Training and Workshops, Support for your research journey. Join regular training sessions and workshops covering research skills, tools, and best practice guidance. These sessions are tailored for postgraduate students, researchers, and academic staff seeking to enhance research impact and efficiency. You can look forward to training on: EndNote Referencing Tool…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-support-services
Research Commons
Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Research Support Services, At the heart of North-West University's commitment to academic excellence lies the Research Commons, a hub of expert support designed to empower postgraduate students, academic staff, and researchers at every stage of the research lifecycle. From identifying credible sources and managing references, our services are tailored to meet your evolving…, Advanced Literature Searching, Receive expert guidance on crafting effective search strategies , using Boolean operators, and accessing a wide range of academic databases to find high-quality, relevant literature for your research., Theses and Dissertations, All North-West University Electronic Theses and Dissertations are accessible through Boloka, the NWU Institutional Repository. Boloka provides open access to a wide range of NWU research outputs, including postgraduate research, published articles, conference papers, and other scholarly resources. This platform supports the visibility and…, Reference Management (EndNote), Learn to manage citations and bibliographies with powerful tools like EndNote to help you organise your sources, insert citations seamlessly into your work, and adhere to citation styles effortlessly., Ethical Clearance and Research Data Management Planning, Research conducted at NWU requires ethics clearance; postgraduates and researchers are encouraged to seek support in developing robust Data Management Plans (DMPs). These plans are essential for meeting the requirements of the institutional Research Ethics Committee and external funders, ensuring the responsible collection, handling, storage, and…, Research Data Management (RDM) Guidance, Responsible management of research data, including data underlying theses, dissertations, and scholarly publications, in accordance with NWU's open access policies, national policies, and global mandates, is essential for ensuring research integrity, accessibility, and long-term preservation. NWU Libraries offer assistance with storing and…, ORCID Registration, Boost your research profile by registering for an ORCID iD , a persistent digital identifier that connects research activities and outputs such as theses, articles, books, chapters, and other scholarly work to your ORCID record to enhance visibility and track your academic contributions. ORCID ensures proper attribution of your work and enhances…, Subject-specific Databases, Discover and access subject-specific databases curated for your field of study, with tools and guides to help you search efficiently, find authoritative sources, and stay up to date with the latest research. Access tailored databases relevant to your field, ensuring you find the most authoritative sources and up-to-date research in your area of…, Research Visibility & Impact, Learn strategies to increase the discoverability and citation of your research through profiling platforms , metrics, and dissemination strategies., Support for Systematic Reviews (e.g., Covidence), Get hands-on support for conducting systematic reviews , including training in tools like Covidence , protocol development, and database searching., Open Access Publishing, Receive expert guidance on selecting reputable journals , understanding open access publishing models, and avoiding predatory publishers. The NWU research community, including postgraduate students, can publish articles in selected open-access journals without paying Article Processing Charges (APCs), through NWU's transformative agreements with…, Journal Publishing Services, As part of our publishing support services, NWU Libraries offer access to the NWU Open Journal System (OJS), a powerful platform that streamlines the academic publishing process by offering tools for submission, peer review, and publishing workflows, empowering editors and authors with an efficient, transparent platform., Copyright & Licensing Consultation, Understand your rights as an author, learn how to legally share your work, and get help with Creative Commons licensing and permissions., Academic Writing Tools (Writefull), Enhance your academic writing with AI-powered tools like Writefull, designed to improve grammar, structure, and fluency in scholarly documents. Writefull Paraphrasing Tool gives you alternative phrasing suggestions to help you express your ideas more clearly and academically Writefull Add-in for Word - Download the plug-in for Word to get language…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ils-contact-us-faculty-librarians
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Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ILS Hub Information Services: 1st Year Navigator Academic Integrity Conferences Disability Support Guides, Events & Training LibGuides Printing & Photocopying Short Courses Contact Us, Your Librarian can help you with, Conducting literature searches on various databases by Book a Session with Your Faculty Librarian appointment or submitting a search request form. Training in any of the following: Learn Proper Citation Methods and Tools Referencing techniques and reference management tools Understanding bibliometrics and altmetrics (in collaboration with ROSS).…, Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (FEMS), Maphefo Maake Maphefo Maake Contact Maphefo Maake for Library Assistance Maphefo Maake 📧 Manager: Information Services Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2322 📅 Schedule an Appointment Lezelle Snyman Lezelle Snyman Contact Lezelle Snyman for Library Assistance Lezelle Snyman 📧 Librarian Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 299 2806 📅 Schedule an Appointment …, Faculty of Education, Maphefo Maake Maphefo Maake Contact Maphefo Maake for Library Assistance Maphefo Maake 📧 Manager: Information Services Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2322 📅 Schedule an Appointment Martha van der Walt Martha van der Walt Contact Martha van der Walt for Library Assistance Martha van der Walt 📧 Manager: Branch Libraries Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 299 1577…, Faculty of Engineering, Jons Moretedi Jons Moretedi Contact Jons Moretedi for Library Assistance Jons Moretedi 📧 Senior Librarian Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2583 📅 Schedule an Appointment Nestus Venter Nestus Venter Contact Nestus Venter for Library Assistance Nestus Venter 📧 Librarian Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 299 2810 📅 Schedule an Appointment, Faculty of Health Science, Maphefo Maake Maphefo Maake Contact Maphefo Maake for Library Assistance Maphefo Maake 📧 Manager: Information Services Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2322 📅 Schedule an Appointment Gerda Beukman Gerda Beukman Contact Gerda Beukman for Library Assistance Gerda Beukman 📧 Librarian Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 299 2804 📅 Schedule an Appointment Dannyboy…, Faculty of Humanities, Mavis Nani Mavis Nani Contact Mavis Nani for Library Assistance Mavis Nani 📧 Librarian Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2099 📅 Schedule an Appointment Anneke Coetzee Anneke Coetzee Contact Anneke Coetzee for Library Assistance Anneke Coetzee 📧 Librarian Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 285 2523 📅 Schedule an Appointment Dineo Boutlwanye Dineo Boutlwanye Contact…, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences (FNAS), Jons Moretedi Jons Moretedi Contact Jons Moretedi for Library Assistance Jons Moretedi 📧 Senior Librarian Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2583 📅 Schedule an Appointment Nestus Venter Nestus Venter Contact Nestus Venter for Library Assistance Nestus Venter 📧 Librarian Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 299 2810 📅 Schedule an Appointment Winnile Dlamini Winnile…, Faculty of Law, Maphefo Maake Maphefo Maake Contact Maphefo Maake for Library Assistance Maphefo Maake 📧 Manager: Information Services Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2322 📅 Schedule an Appointment Bulelwa Gcawu Bulelwa Gcawu Contact Bulelwa Gcawu for Library Assistance Bulelwa Gcawu 📧 Librarian Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 299 2298 📅 Schedule an Appointment Maropene…, Faculty of Theology, Mavis Nani Mavis Nani Contact Mavis Nani for Library Assistance Mavis Nani 📧 Librarian Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2099 📅 Schedule an Appointment Adri Smit Adri Smit Contact Adri Smit for Library Assistance Adri Smit 📧 Librarian Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 285 2587 📅 Schedule an Appointment Maropene Ramabina Maropene Ramabina Contact Maropene Ramabina…, Help Desk, Maphefo Maake Tebane Khoza Tebane Khoza 📧 Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 299 4715 📅 Schedule an Appointment Dennis Mabena Dennis Mabena Dennis Mabena 📧 Vanderbijlpark 📱 +27 (0)16 910 3024 📅 Schedule an Appointment Nolusindiso Myataza Nolusindiso Myataza Nolusindiso Myataza 📧 Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2823 📅 Schedule an Appointment Xolile Vilakazi Xolile…, Management, Maphefo Maake Maphefo Maake Contact Maphefo Maake for Library Assistance Maphefo Maake 📧 Manager: Information Services Mahikeng 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2322 📅 Schedule an Appointment Kgasane Seemela Kgasane Seemela Contact Kgasane Seemela for Library Assistance Kgasane Seemela 📧 Manager: Information Services Potchefstroom 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2826 📅 Schedule…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/call-applications-local-smme-training-programme-electrical-plumbing-mechanical-trades
Call for Applications - Local SMME Training Programme: Electrical, Plumbing & Mechanical Trades
Mar 30, 2026 - Eligible SMMEs are invited to apply for a fully supported skills development programme focused on Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical trades. This training programme is designed to strengthen the capacity of local SMMEs by providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, aligned with industry standards. Training Areas:…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-open-scholarship-librarians
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Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services Policies Digital Scholarship Services ROSS Resources Research Commons Library Resources Guides, Events & Training Bookings & Spaces Contact Us, Research and Open Scholarship Services (ROSS), Contact Us [accordion collapsed], Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (FEMS), Mirenda Hlophe Mirenda Hlophe Email Mirenda Hlophe Mirenda Hlophe 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Mirenda Hlophe +27 (0)18 389 2339 📅Schedule an Appointment Nomzingisi Madikane Nomzingisi Madikane Email Nomzi Madikane Nomzingisi Madikane 📧 Manager 📱 Phone Nomzi Madikane +27 (0)18 389 2198 📅Schedule an Appointment, Faculty of Education, Lindi Mabuya Lindi Mabuya Email Lindi Mabuya Lindi Mabuya 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Lindi Mabuya +27 (0)16 910 3142 📅Schedule an Appointment Songezo Mpikashe Songezo Mpikashe Email Songezo Mpikashe Songezo Mpikashe 📧 Manager 📱 Phone Songezo Mpikashe +27 (0)18 389 2352 📅Schedule an Appointment, Faculty of Engineering, Njabulo Mdunge Njabulo Mdunge Email Njabulo Mdunge Njabulo Mdunge 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Njabulo Mdunge +27 (0)18 285 2524 📅Schedule an Appointment Martin Nokoane Martin Nokoane Email Martin Nokoane Martin Nokoane 📧 Manager 📱 Phone Martin Nokoane +27 (0)18 299 2783 📅Schedule an Appointment, Faculty of Health Science, Mirenda Hlophe Mirenda Hlophe Email Mirenda Hlophe Mirenda Hlophe 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Mirenda Hlophe +27 (0)18 389 2339 📅Schedule an Appointment Nomzingisi Madikane Nomzingisi Madikane Email Nomzi Madikane Nomzingisi Madikane 📧 Manager 📱 Phone Nomzi Madikane +27 (0)18 389 2198 📅Schedule an Appointment, Faculty of Humanities, Njabulo Mdunge Njabulo Mdunge Email Njabulo Mdunge Njabulo Mdunge 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Njabulo Mdunge +27 (0)18 285 2524 📅Schedule an Appointment Martin Nokoane Martin Nokoane Email Martin Nokoane Martin Nokoane 📧 Manager 📱 Phone Martin Nokoane +27 (0)18 299 2783 📅Schedule an Appointment, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences (FNAS), Lindi Mabuya Lindi Mabuya Email Lindi Mabuya Lindi Mabuya 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Lindi Mabuya +27 (0)16 910 3142 📅Schedule an Appointment Songezo Mpikashe Songezo Mpikashe Email Songezo Mpikashe Songezo Mpikashe 📧 Manager 📱 Phone Songezo Mpikashe +27 (0)18 389 2352 📅Schedule an Appointment, Faculty of Law, Njabulo Mdunge Njabulo Mdunge Email Njabulo Mdunge Njabulo Mdunge 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Njabulo Mdunge +27 (0)18 285 2524 📅Schedule an Appointment Martin Nokoane Martin Nokoane Email Martin Nokoane Martin Nokoane 📧 Manager 📱 Phone Martin Nokoane +27 (0)18 299 2783 📅Schedule an Appointment Mirenda Hlophe Mirenda Hlophe Email Mirenda Hlophe Mirenda…, Faculty of Theology, Lindi Mabuya Lindi Mabuya Email Lindi Mabuya Lindi Mabuya 📧 Librarian 📱 Phone Lindi Mabuya +27 (0)16 910 3142 📅Schedule an Appointment Songezo Mpikashe Songezo Mpikashe Email Songezo Mpikashe Songezo Mpikashe 📧 Manager 📱 Phone Songezo Mpikashe +27 (0)18 389 2352 📅Schedule an Appointment, Open Scholarship and Digitisation Centre, Vacant Vacant Vacant Librarian Noxolo Sifundza Noxolo Sifundza Email Noxolo Sifundza Noxolo Sifundza 📧 Assistant Librarian 📱 Phone Noxolo Sifundza +27 (0)16 910 4071 Molifi Seleke Molifi Seleke Email Molifi Seleke Molifi Seleke 📧 Library Assistant 📱 Phone Molifi Seleke +27 (0)18 285 2507 Thembisile Tekani Thembisile Tekani Email Thembisile…, Management, Veli Tshetsha Veli Tshetsha Email Veli Tshetsha Veliswa Tshetsha 📧 Director: Research and Open Scholarship 📱 Phone Veli Tshetsha +27 (0)18 389 2803 Nomzingisi Madikane Nomzingisi Madikane Email Nomzi Madikane Nomzingisi Madikane 📧 Manager: Research and Open Scholarship Mahikeng 📱 Phone Nomzi Madikane +27 (0)18 389 2198 📅Schedule an Appointment…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-computers-software
Research Commons
Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Computers and Software, Research Commons provides individual-use computers equipped with essential academic software to support research, data analysis, and writing needs. All computers have the following software: Microsoft Office EndNote ATLAS.ti IBM SPSS iThenticatehttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-booking-spaces
Research Commons
Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Booking Spaces, Both Junior and Senior Research Commons offer discussion rooms that can be booked online Reserve a room via LibCal Collect or drop off keys at the Loans Service Desk, and staff will explain usage time & provide the register.http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-access-eligibility
Research Commons
Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers and Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training and Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Access Eligibility, Research Commons access is limited to: Master’s students PhD candidates Postdoctoral fellows Academic and support staffhttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-digital-scholarship-centre-data-visualisation
Digital Scholarship Services - Data Visualisation
Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Digital Scholarship Services: Digitisation Data Visualisation Contact Us, Data Visualisation, Data visualisation at North-West University (NWU) involves using visual representations to explore, analyse, and communicate data for various research and educational purposes. Data visualisation provides a powerful way to share data-driven findings, motivate analyses, and detect flaws. A data visualisation workflow outlines the steps to create…, Student Projects, We encourage students to incorporate data visualisation into their coursework and research projects. This helps build skills and creates a portfolio of work., Data Collection and Preparation, Gather the raw data from various sources. Clean and preprocess the data by handling missing values, outliers, and formatting issues. Perform data transformation and aggregation if necessary. Type of Data Format Images PNG and SVG Web Pages HTML Tabular Data XML, CSV and JSON, Data Exploration and Analysis, Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to gain a deeper understanding of the dataset. Identify patterns, trends, and relationships within the data. Type of Analysis Data Visualisation Tools Statistical Analysis Graphs and Infographics Text Analysis World Cloud, Word Tree, Collocation Graph Geospatial analysis Map, Network Graph, Select Visualisation Types, Choose the appropriate visualisation types based on the nature of the data and the objectives. Common visualisation types include bar charts, line graphs, scatter plots, pie charts, heat maps, and more., Design Layout and Structure, Plan the visualisation layout, including the arrangement of charts and graphs on the page. Decide on the colour scheme, fonts, and other visual elements., Create Visualisations, Use data visualisation tools or programming libraries (e.g., D3.js, Matplotlib, Tableau, Excel) to create the visualisations. Ensure that the visualisations accurately represent the data., Interactivity (if applicable), Add interactive elements to allow users to explore the data further. This can include tooltips, filters, and drill-down options., Labelling and Annotations, Provide clear labels for axes, data points, and legends. Add annotations and captions to explain key insights or trends., Testing and Iteration, Test the visualisations with potential users or stakeholders to gather feedback. Iterate and make improvements based on feedback., Optimise for Performance, Optimise the performance of the visualisation, especially for large datasets. Ensure that the visualisation loads quickly and is responsive., Data Storytelling, Create a narrative or story around the visualisation to explain the insights and findings. Ensure that the visualisation supports the narrative., Sharing and Distribution, Decide on the platform or medium for sharing the visualisation, such as a web page, report, or presentation. Publish or distribute the visualisation to the intended audience on Dayta Ya Rona . [/accordion] Training and Workshops We offer training sessions and workshops to students, faculty, and staff on data visualisation techniques and tools.…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-evaluation
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Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Research Evaluation, Researchers are increasingly required to report on the impact of their work in evaluating the quality of research. Bibliometric databases such as Scopus and Web of Science play a crucial role in this process by providing quantitative data and metrics that assess the impact and influence of scholarly publications. Scopus and Web of Science are…, Tools to Track and Showcase Research Performance, These bibliometrics tools produce reports on author profiles, Journal impact factors and quartiles , article-level metrics such as usage (citation counts, downloads, HTML views, abstract views), captures (bookmarks), mentions (blog posts, e-comments, Wikipedia references), social media attention, author-level metrics and altmetrics. In the NRF…, Altmetrics (Alternative metrics), Altmetric Explorer is a web-based tool that tracks, monitors, and analyses the online attention and impact of scholarly research outputs. This tool is designed to help researchers, institutions, publishers, and funders understand and visualise the broader impact of research beyond traditional academic citations. Training Material Altmetric…, Connect your NWU Profiles to ORCID, The NWU Repositories (Boloka and DaYta Ya Rona) provide research profiles for researchers. These profiles typically include information about the researcher's publications, datasets, and sometimes other scholarly outputs. These profiles help increase the visibility and discoverability of a researcher's work within the academic community and beyond…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-digital-scholarship-centre-digitisation
Digital Scholarship Services - Digitisation
Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Digital Scholarship Services: Digitisation Data visualisation Contact Us, Digitisation, Digitisation at universities often involves the conversion of physical documents, resources, and processes into digital formats to improve accessibility, efficiency, and preservation. Digitisation workflows in universities involve converting physical materials, such as books, documents, photographs, and other artefacts, into digital formats. This…, Material Selection and Preparation, Researcher identifies and gathers the physical materials to be digitised, such as books, documents, photographs, or artefacts (up to A1). Assess the condition of the materials and perform any necessary repairs or stabilisation to ensure they can withstand the digitisation process. Organise and catalogue the materials for efficient digitisation., Copyright and Permissions, Determine copyright status and obtain necessary permissions to digitise and provide access to copyrighted materials. Ensure compliance with intellectual property rights and licensing agreements., Digitisation Equipment and Setup, Select appropriate scanning or imaging equipment based on the type and condition of the materials. Set up the equipment and configure settings, such as resolution and colour, for optimal digitisation., Digitisation, Scan or photograph the materials using the chosen equipment. Ensure the highest possible quality and resolution to capture fine details. Capture images in standard formats like PDF, TIFF or JPEG., Quality Control, Review the digitised images to ensure they meet established quality standards. Check for image clarity, colour accuracy, and completeness. Retake images or adjust as needed., OCR (Optical Character Recognition), If applicable, perform OCR to convert text within scanned documents into machine-readable and searchable text., Metadata Creation, Create descriptive metadata for each digitised item, including title, author, date, subject, and other relevant information. Create technical metadata, such as file format and resolution., Storage and Backup, Store digitised materials in a secure and redundant storage system to prevent data loss. [/accordion] Service For digitisation needs, contact us at the Digital Scholarship Centre for more information or a quote. Mahikeng Campus, Ground floor, Room G15, Contact, Nomzingisi Madikane Nomzingisi Madikane Nomzingisi Madikane 📧 Manager: Research and Learning Services (MC) 📱 +27 (0)18 389 2198 📅Schedule an Appointmenthttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-policies
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Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services Policies Digital Scholarship Services ROSS Resources Research Commons Library Resources Guides, Events & Training Bookings & Spaces Contact Us, Research and Open Scholarship Services (ROSS), Open Science at North-West University, Open Science initiatives at North-West University are overseen by and accountable to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for NWU Research, Innovation, Community Engagement and Postgraduate Studies (RICEP). Aligned with the National Open Science Policy National Open Science Policy , the NWU defines Open Science as a collaborative, transparent, and…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-digital-scholarship-services
Digital Scholarship Services
Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Digital Scholarship Services: Digitisation Data Visualisation Contact Us Digital Scholarship Services Digital Scholarship Services, Welcome to Our Digital Scholarship Centre, At North-West University's digital scholarship centre, we're at the forefront of innovation in academic research and knowledge dissemination. Our commitment is to empower researchers, educators, and learners with the tools, skills, and support they need to thrive in the digital age., Unleashing the Power of Digital Scholarship, In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, how we research, analyse, and share knowledge is transforming. Digital scholarship harnesses technology's potential, enabling us to ask new questions, explore uncharted territories, and revolutionize the academic experience. At our centre, we embrace this transformation wholeheartedly. We believe that by…, Our Mission: Pioneering Digital Excellence, Our mission is to provide a dynamic hub where scholars, students, and enthusiasts unite to explore, create, and innovate. We offer a range of specialized services, cutting-edge tools, and collaborative spaces, all designed to facilitate the digital research journey. By fostering an inclusive and vibrant community, we aim to drive groundbreaking…, Workshops & Events, Training Calendar, Collaborations & Partnerships, CTL - Makerspace and One Button Studio, Physical Location, North-West University: Mahikeng Library Mahikeng Campus Corner of Albert Luthuli and University Drive Building A-7 MMABATHO 2745, South Africahttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-bookings-spaces
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Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services Policies Digital Scholarship Services ROSS Resources Research Commons Library Resources Guides, Events & Training Bookings & Spaces Contact Us, Research and Open Scholarship Services (ROSS), Bookings and Spaces, The postgraduate space provides exclusive access to all honours, master’s, doctoral and postdoctoral students and academic and research staff. Exciting opportunities to get acquainted with world-class products, techniques and methods are offered regularly. Researchers in different fields of study will be allowed to rub shoulders and, by doing so,…, Policies, Food & Beverage Only snacks and covered beverages are allowed within the Commons. NO messy foods such as pizza, pies or lunch boxes are allowed in the Commons. You may eat outside the library. Please wipe any spills on the workspace, and throw trash in the dustbin. Workspace Spaces are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Don't leave…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-resources
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Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services Policies Digital Scholarship Services ROSS Resources Research Commons Library Resources Guides, Events & Training Bookings & Spaces Contact Us, Research and Open Scholarship Services (ROSS), ROSS Resources, Select a resource from our list: Or choose via process:, Creating/Writing, Tools: Data Analysis Tools - ATLAS.ti Data Management Plans - DMPTool Citation Managers - EndNote LibKey Tools MS Word Postgraduate Template Plagiarism Tools - iThenticate Survey Tools - QuestionPro Systematic Reviews - Covidence Writefull Guides: EndNote Systematic Review, Measure/Impact, Tools: Altmetrics Bibliotmetrics - JCR, Scopus, SciVal H-Index - Scopus, Web of Science Journal impact factors - JCR, Incites ORCID Research(er) Visibility and Impact Check Tool Guides: NRF Rating Research Impact and Visibility, Publish/Preserve/Share, Tools: Accredited Journals Boloka: Institutional Repository Data Repositories - Dayta Ya Rona Journal Title Abbreviations ORCID OJS - Open Journal System Guides: Digital Scholarship Centre Open Access - Transformative Agreements Open Educational Resourceshttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-writing-publishing
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Mar 30, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services: Ethical Clearance & Funder Requirements Academic Writing Researcher Ethics Conducting Literature Review Copyright Services Reference Management Research Data Management (RDM) Writing Up & Publishing Journal Publishing Disseminating Research Output Research Visibility & Impact Research Evaluation…, Writing Up and Publishing, The research process includes writing up your findings and publishing them. Researchers are increasingly encouraged or required to: Select relevant SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals): Aligning research with the SDGs helps demonstrate how research contributes to global sustainability goals. Please choose the correct license: Researchers are…, APC-Free and Discounted Publishing for NWU Authors, NWU LIS supports students and researchers in publishing articles in hybrid open-access journals , including Wiley Gold open-access journals, without paying Article Processing Charges (APCs). Choose the best journal for your article by following a few steps from the workflow to get it published . Authors who choose to publish in gold open-access…, Where You Publish Matters: Make it Count, Deciding where to publish your research articles is a critical decision that can impact visibility, audience reach, and career advancement. Choosing where to publish your articles involves careful consideration of various factors to maximise the impact and visibility of your research within the academic community: Consider field-specific journals…, Choosing the Best Journal for Your Article and Avoiding Predatory Journals, Selecting the right journal for your scholarly article is a critical step in ensuring your research reaches the appropriate audience and achieves maximum visibility. Choosing a reputable, accredited journal not only enhances your research impact but also safeguards the integrity and credibility of your work. Predatory journals, which often charge…, Steps to Select a Credible and Accredited Journal, Selecting the best journal for your article requires careful consideration. Use the Think, Check and Submit tool. Follow the steps from the workflow on getting published . Publish your article open access without paying Article Processing Charges (APCs) in hybrid open-access journals negotiated by NWU LIS. Search if the selected journal is in the…, Get Started with ORCID, ORCID is a free, unique, and persistent digital identifier that distinguishes individual researchers from one another. It helps ensure that your work, whether publications, datasets, peer reviews, or grants, is correctly attributed to you, even if you have a common name or change affiliations. Before registering for an ORCID ID, it is helpful to…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-visibility-impact