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Research Commons
May 21, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers & Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training & 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 that empowers 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…, Research Support Services at the NWU Research Commons, [accordion collapsed], 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. Search across several databases Or browse through the alphabetical list of databases or individual database search, i.e., Scopus (Elsevier…, 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://news.nwu.ac.za/indigenous-foods-still-shape-diets-mahikeng-communities
Indigenous foods still shape diets in Mahikeng communities
May 21, 2026 - Pumpkin leaves, sorghum porridge and bone marrow remain on the menu in parts of Mahikeng, even as younger generations drift toward processed foods. A new study by Modjadji Mandy Rasehlomi, a North-West University (NWU) master’s student, found that indigenous foods continue to support dietary diversity, household nutrition and the preservation…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-alumnus-wins-2026-nedbank-cup-durban-city-football-club
NWU alumnus wins 2026 Nedbank Cup with Durban City Football Club
May 21, 2026 - Michael Navi Radebe, an alumnus of the North-West University (NWU), has added his name to the list of 2026 Nedbank Cup winners after helping Durban City FC secure the title. He says the victory carried personal significance because of his earlier connection with the Nedbank brand. “I was part of the last Nedbank Ke Yona Team Search in…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-policies
Research and Open Scholarship Services
May 21, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services Policies Digital Scholarship Services Special Collections ROSS Resources Research Commons Library Resources Guides, Events & Training Bookings & Spaces Contact Us, 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 PDF document National Open Science Policy (PDF) , the NWU defines Open Science as a collaborative, transparent, and reproducible…, 1. NWU Open Access Publications Policy, This policy regulates public access to NWU research outputs, including master's and doctoral theses and dissertations (ETDs), journal articles, books, and conference proceedings. These outputs are preserved and disseminated through the institutional repository, Boloka , to increase the visibility, discoverability, and global impact of the…, 2. NWU Research Data Management (RDM) Policy, The RDM policy provides a framework for managing research data, including raw, cleaned, and analysed data throughout its entire life cycle. Eligible data that substantiates published research is made available for reuse in the NWU Research Data Repository (DaYta Ya Rona / Figshare) . PDF document Read Policy →, The Strategic Value of Open Science, The NWU's Open Access (OA) and RDM policies are vital to enhancing the dissemination of knowledge and ensuring research integrity . These policies: Aligned with the National Open Science Policy, UNESCO recommendations, and other funder mandates (including the NRF), our policies enable rapid dissemination of research findings. Remove barriers by…, Policies and Training Material, National Open Science Policy PDF document Open Access Policy (PDF) PDF document Research Data Management Policy (PDF) PDF document Research Data Management Rules and Appendices (PDF) Research Data Management LibGuide DaYta Ya Rona Data Management Plan DMPTool: quick start guide for researchers PDF document DMPTool Flyer (PDF)http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-support
Research and Open Scholarship Services (ROSS)
May 21, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services Policies Digital Scholarship Services Special Collections ROSS Resources Research Commons Library Resources Guides, Events & Training Bookings & Spaces Contact Us, About Us, Research and Open Scholarship Home We are dedicated to advancing research and open scholarship through a range of innovative services. Our open access publishing, supported by transformative agreements, maximizes NWU work's reach. We facilitate reproducible science with Boloka and DaYta Ya Rona repositories and offer robust research data…, Quick links, Manual for Higher Degrees Studies MS Word Postgraduate Template Postgraduate Support Guide Open Access Week Resources EndNotehttp://library.nwu.ac.za/lis-libraries-spaces
Libraries and Spaces
May 21, 2026 - Menu LIS Dashboard Library Profile, Reports & Policies Management Code of Conduct Conferences & Symposiums Contact Info, Directions & Maps Hours & Calendars Libraries & Spaces Research Output & Milestones Services by Entities & Sections Staff Directory For Library Staff, Our Libraries and Branch Libraries, Read more about the Mahikeng Library, Mahikeng Library, Virtual Tour Read more about the Potchefstroom Libraries, Potchefstroom Libraries, On this campus Ferdinand Postma Library (Main Library) Education Library Music Library Natural Sciences Library Theology Library (Jan Lion Cachet Library) Virtual Tour Read more about the Vanderbijlpark Library, Vanderbijlpark Library, Virtual Tourhttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-commons
Research Commons
May 21, 2026 - Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers & Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training & Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Explore the Research Commons, Research Commons logo Research Commons is a dedicated space designed to support postgraduate students and academic staff by providing access to specialised research resources, services, and infrastructure in a conducive scholarly environment., Virtual Tour of our Libraries, Explore our campus libraries through interactive virtual tours. Mahikeng Library Potchefstroom Libraries Vanderbijlpark Libraryhttp://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/centre-human-metabolomics/pliem-2021-test-information
PLIEM - 2021 Test Information
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Event: Library Week 2026
May 20, 2026 - South African Library Week logo for 2026, South African Library Week (SALW) 2026, Join us in celebrating South African Library Week under the theme "Reclaiming Knowledge, Empowering Futures" from 16–22 March 2026., Programme Highlights, 🔄📚 Library Amnesty Week, Have an overdue library book quietly hiding on your shelf or desk? This is the perfect time to bring it back home. During this period, all overdue library materials can be returned with fines waived - no penalties, no awkward explanations. This initiative helps return valuable resources to circulation while giving everyone a fresh start with the…, 📖👥 Book Club - You're invited, Registration: LIS Book Club Launch - 19 March 2026 In celebration of South African Library Week, the NWU LIS, in collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders, warmly invites you to the official launch of the Book Club. A new chapter begins - be part of the story. Join us as we open a new chapter by creating a space where stories…, 🏛️📚 Faculty Pop-Up Libraries, We will be bringing the library closer to you through Faculty Pop-Up Libraries across campuses. Visit our pop-up stations to discover key resources, explore services, and connect with your librarians right where you are. Knowledge. Access. Support - right at your faculty., 🤖🏆 Library Life in 60 Seconds Challenge, Show us your library experience and stand a chance to win your share in Takealot vouchers! Create a short, creative video (max 60 seconds) showing how you experience the NWU libraries - whether it's engaging with our library staff, interacting with our triplet Library robots information robots Lexi, Labone & Sebueng , using our spaces ,…, Campus Specific Events, Events taking place across the NWU Library campuses Mahikeng Events 16 March Mini display of books, photo booth & quizzes 17 March Pop-up Library: School for Agriculture 18 March Mascot visit CTL & Student Chapter & Career centre to display their services Radio interview Redbull event 19 March Mini session on library services Showcase…http://library.nwu.ac.za/event-mandela-month-drive-2025
Event: Mandela Month Drive 2025
May 20, 2026 - Mandela Day 2025 logo, Dignity in every Drop, This Mandela Month, the Library and Information Service calls on the entire NWU community to come together in solidarity and compassion through our Mandela Month Drive , a heartfelt initiative to support our male students who may be silently struggling with access to basic hygiene products. While there are many commendable efforts across our…http://library.nwu.ac.za/event-international-open-access-week-2025
Event: International Open Access Week 2025
May 20, 2026 - Open Access 2025 , NWU Open Access Celebrations: 21 & 23 October 2025, #OAWeek, Theme: Who Owns Our Knowledge? The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, in collaboration with the Library and Information Service, proudly hosts NWU's 2025 Open Access Week celebrations. This annual global campaign raises awareness about the benefits of Open Access (OA) and invites critical engagement with emerging issues in scholarly…, Tuesday, 21 October 2025: 10:00 - 12:00, REGISTER HERE Who owns the knowledge? The session will open with a keynote by Prof. Martial Zebaze Kana (UNESCO) , setting the stage for a critical conversation on ownership, equity, and access in scholarly publishing. This will be followed by a dynamic discussion featuring perspectives from across the publishing landscape, including a…, Thursday, 23 October 2025: 10:40 - 12:10, REGISTER HERE Journey into Open Access publishing: Transformative Agreements as a vehicle In celebration of International Open Access Week 2025 , join the NWU Library and Information Service, in collaboration with the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, for a powerful session that dives into the central theme: “ Who owns the…, Speakers: Tuesday, 21 October 2025, Photo of Prof Zebaze Kana Prof Martial Zebaze Kana, UNESCO Topic: Keynote Address: " Who owns the knowledge ?" Biography: Prof. Martial Zebaze Kana is currently the Head of Science at the UNESCO Regional Office for Southern Africa. He was previously the Chief of Section, Innovation and Capacity Building in Science and Engineering at UNESCO…, Speakers: Thursday, 23 October 2025, Photo of Ms Zine Sapula Ms Zine Sapula, SANLiC Topic: Open Access publishing: Transformative Agreements as a vehicle Biography: Ms Zine Sapula is an Open Access Project Manager at SANLiC. She holds a BA degree in information science from Unisa and is a certified data carpentry instructor. She has over 10 years of experience in LIS, having…, NWU Library Initiatives, Hosts and maintains the NWU Institutional Repository , which collects, preserves, and distributes NWU research material at no cost to the user. Boloka (NWU-IR) serves as the primary repository for all NWU Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETDs). Dedicated librarians assist researchers with uploading their outputs to Boloka. Hosts and maintains…, NWU Initiatives, NWU Research Repository: DaYta Ya Rona (figshare)http://library.nwu.ac.za/event-international-literacy-day-2025
Event: International Literacy Day 2025
May 20, 2026 - International Literacy Day 2025 , International Literacy Day - 8 September 2025, Celebrate International Literacy Day with NWU Library and Information Service (LIS) The Library and Information Service (LIS), in collaboration with the Faculty of Humanities, will celebrate International Literacy Day 2025 under the global theme " Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era ". This event will take a fresh and dynamic approach,…, Programme, REGISTER HERE Theme: Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era Online Event: 8 September 2025 [Attendees will receive the MS Teams session link upon registration.] Time: 10:00 - 13:00 Video Recording of the Event: https://youtu.be/Nmhit7o2XoI?si=sZjmBIsV3MAKrSLK 10:00 - 10:15 Opening, welcome and setting the scene: Dr Mathew Moyo 10:15 - 10:30 Word…, Speakers, Photo of Dr. Sabelo Chizwina, Dr. Sabelo Chizwina, Dr. Sabelo Chizwina is a seasoned librarian and has been serving as a Director responsible for Information and Learning Services at North-West University (NWU) since 2023. Dr. Chizwina holds a doctoral degree in Library and Information Sciences, obtained in 2019 and has made significant contributions to the advancement of Information Literacy in…, Professor Janelize Morelli, Janelize Morelli is the director of the newly established NWU Centre for Digital Humanities. She teaches undergraduate modules in community music and music education with a focus on ethical digital heritage practices. Janelize holds a PhD in Music Education from NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. She supervises…, Professor Anné H. Verhoef, Anné H. Verhoef is a professor in Philosophy and Director of the North-West University (NWU) AI Hub. He holds a PhD from the University of Stellenbosch and a second one from the Free University of Amsterdam. His research interests are, amongst others, ethics, artificial intelligence and academic integrity, and the philosophy of happiness. He…, Mr Jeff Nyoka, Jeff Nyoka is the E-learning Manager for City of Johannesburg Library and Information Services in South Africa, with over 20 years of experience in the information sector at both academic and public libraries. His current role involves researching ICT trends, establishing partnerships and collaborations, and initiating innovative ways of…http://library.nwu.ac.za/directions-music-library
Directions to the Music Library
May 19, 2026 - N12 from Johannesburg, Follow the N12 to Potchefstroom. At the fifth robot, after entering Potchefstroom, turn right into Govan Mbeki Drive (old Mooirivier Drive). The Mooi Rivier Mall will be on your right-hand side. Follow the road past the Riverwalk shopping centre, McDonald's and Kentucky on your left. Turn left onto Chief Albert Luthuli Drive (Von Wielligh Street…, N12 from Klerksdorp, At the third robot, turn left into Beyers Naudé Avenue (Kruger Street) directly after crossing the bridge. Carry on straight. At the fourth stop sign, Beyers Naudé Avenue becomes Hoffman Street. Turn right at this four-way stop. Pass the first robot and turn left onto the slipway at the second robot into Thabo Mbeki Street. Continue straight, pass…, R53 from Ventersdorp, After passing the artillery school mess hall on your left, turn left at the robot onto Meyer Street. Follow the road past the Medi-Clinic hospital on your right. Continue through two four-way stop streets and across a bridge, and then continue through the next four-way stop and the robot. Pass the next four-way stop and turn left at the next robot…, R501 from Carletonville, After entering Potchefstroom at the first robot, you will find the Conservatory building on your left (before you cross the robot). The Music Library is in the Conservatory building. Music Library Homehttp://library.nwu.ac.za/theology-library-directions