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To meet its mandate of improving the quality of life of South Africans, the CSIR relies on its most important asset, its people. The CSIR’s multidisciplinary nature positions the organisation to help solve the increasingly complex problems of our time. This multidisciplinary science, engineering and technology base is made up of individuals who are highly specialised in their respective fields. They are geneticists, virologists, software developers, polymer chemists, applied mathematicians and industrial engineers, just to name a few.
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O’Connell’s research focuses on the introduction of a new performance-graded binder specification for pavement construction in southern Africa, and the establishment of bituminous binder ageing models which can be linked to asphalt pavement life expectancy and pothole development.
Muronga’s current research interests lies in the use of technological advancement and information systems to improve the availability, reliability and viability of passenger transport activities in Southern Africa.
Pitso’s research interests lie in asphalt pavement innovation and sustainable concrete technology.
Mokoena’s research interest lies in sustainable road infrastructure in climate adaption.