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CSIR senior researcher

Expertise: Marine and estuarine ecology

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Date: 
Sunday, July 4, 2021 - 00:00

About the bursary

Throughout history, science has had a critical role to play in contributing towards societal progress and prosperity. Organisations such as the CSIR have an important role to play in advancing science and innovation. Armed with some of the best minds in the world, we work on trying to solve problems that can help all South Africans. The CSIR hereby invites applications from students wishing to pursue a career in research, technology development and innovation as well as corporate/support areas. Read more...

Applications for 2022 intake is now closed.

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Date: 
Friday, December 22, 2017 - 00:00

The CSIR corporate functions Bursary Programme aims to build a pipeline and strengthen capabilities in the corporate functions to ensure business excellence that will forster a conducive environment for the Research, Development and Innovation work to thrive. This bursary is open to academically qualifying young people and also aims to attract and increase participation of women and black people. The CSIR hereby invites bursary applications from talented young people wishing to pursue their studies. Read more...

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Friday, June 10, 2022 - 00:00

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), an entity of the Department of Science and Innovation, invites applications from students wishing to pursue a career in research, technology development and innovation as well as corporate/support areas. Read more...

Closing date for applications is 15 July 2022

The CSIR, in collaboration with the Sasol Foundation, provides financial support to full-time, unemployed students seeking qualifications in areas that are deemed a priority by the CSIR.

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Date: 
Friday, April 19, 2024 - 16:00

The CSIR is pleased to announce the commencement of its Vaccine Production Technologies course (CSIR-VP-1A), scheduled to start on Monday, 1 July 2024, as part of its African Biomanufacturing Workf

Lindokuhle Christopher Mhlongo

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CSIR-Inter Bursary Recipient

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Topic: 
The impact of the Black wattle forage inclusions in maize silage on the milk production and intakes in dairy cows

Dairy production is expensive to maintain due to the high cost of animal feed. There is a need for inexpensive feed to maintain the nutritional requirement of dairy cows. Black wattle (BW) is an invasive plant that grows during all seasons of the year and is readily available at a reasonable price. BW is a potential feed source that can be used to supplement the dietary requirements of dairy cows. However, it cannot be immediately incorporated in animal feeds as there is still not enough information on its feeding value. This study investigates the impact of the inclusions of BW in maize silage on the feed intake and milk production of dairy cows.

Esteé Opperman

Esteé Opperman chartered accountant [CA(SA)] is the CSIR Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 January 2024.

Esteé's journey with the CSIR began in 2008 as the Finance Manager for the then Natural Resources and Environment unit. Since then, she has been actively involved in and led various projects within the finance portfolio. In 2019, Esteé assumed the role of Divisional Finance Manager for CSIR Advanced Production and Security.

Esteé Opperman
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Vuyani Jarana (Chairperson)

Vuyani Jarana is the Chairperson of the CSIR Board. He is also the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ilitha Telecommunications. Prior to this role, he was the CEO of South African Airways. He also held various roles at Vodacom before joining South African Airways. He is a C-Level business leader strategy, business development and business transformation expert.

Jarana holds an Honours and a Master’s in business administration, both from Stellenbosch University.

Vuyani Jarana, CSIR Board chairperson
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