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Green synthesis of novel nanostructured silicon semiconductor thin film material from sugarcane bagasse ash for solar energy materials
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The sun is considered the most abundant source of renewable and clean energy. With silicon being the most common element used for the direct conversion of solar energy into electrical energy, solar cells have, over the ... -
Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles from Indian hawthorn (rhaphiolepis indica) and the investigation of their antimicrobial, antioxidant and cytotoxic effects
(University of Western Cape, 2024-01-08)The global health concern pertaining the rapid spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has led to a rise in mortality rate caused by infectious diseases that have become difficult to treat due to the misuse and lack ... -
Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using honey from the meliponinae stingless bee species and antibacterial studies.
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) is an environmentally friendly approach for preparing nanoparticles using biological sources as the reducing agent. Apart from using plant extracts, honey, that is used in ... -
Green synthesis: the use of brown algae in the synthesis of palladium nanoparticles and applications in carbon – carbon bond formation reactions
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Due to the negative impact on the environment and the associated biological risks on human and animal life, the need for eco-friendly synthetic protocols is critical. With the rapid advancement in nanotechnology, this ... -
Green synthesised Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and their antifungal effect on Candida albicans Biofilms
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Candida albicans is a clinical fungal isolate that is most frequently isolated from different host niches, and is implicated in the pathogenesis of several fungal infections, including oral candidiasis. The pathogenesis ... -
Greywater reuse - An assessment of health and nutritional quality of home gardens produce in rural South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2021)The majority of rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa are predominantly poor and depend largely on small-scale subsistence farming. To date, various farming mechanisms (e.g. organic farming, crop rotation, agroforestry ... -
A Grounded theory of ways in which flexible working arrangements are understood to foster flourishing in the workplace: The experience of employees at the corporate offices of a private South African hospital group
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)This study envisioned providing a substantive theory to explain employees’ flourishing in the workplace through the implementation and experience of flexible working arrangements. In so doing it aimed to contribute to the ... -
Groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, Namibia: Omdel Aquifer as case study
(University of Western Cape, 2020)The study addressed the groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, the Omaruru River Delta Aquifer (Omdel Aquifer) was used as a case study. Sustainable utilization ... -
Groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, Namibia: Omdel Aquifer as case study
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)The study addressed the groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, the Omaruru River Delta Aquifer (Omdel Aquifer) was used as a case study. Sustainable utilization ... -
Groundwater Dependence of Aquatic Ecosystems associated with the Table Mountain Group Aquifer
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Results from this study enables a better understanding of groundwater surface water interactions in the TMG, particularly regarding aquatic ecosystems. It has also highlighted the necessity to do proper impact assessments ... -
Groundwater management model for the Spitskop area in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)The thesis investigates the potential of the Rietfontein and Spitskop aquifer to meet a demand of 1000 m3/d (12 Lis) as an alternative water resource for the Rietfontein and Spitskop Community. Increasing demand for clean ... -
Groundwater occurrence of Table Mountain area in Cape Town, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Groundwater is an important water resource to be used to supplement the water demand for the City of Cape Town for present and future generations. Understanding the groundwater occurrence of the Table Mountain area is very ... -
Groundwater policy and law in South Africa and mainland Tanzania: a comparative study
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Groundwater is a truly hidden resource that millions of lives depend on for survival. The importance of this resource cannot be accentuated enough, yet for generations it has been abused and misused. Groundwater forms an ... -
Groundwater quality monitoring : An approach to groundwater resource quality protection
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)Resource protection is considered by the National Water Act (Act No. 36, 1998) of South Africa as one of the methods that can lead to resource management. Furthermore, the Water Services Act (Act No. 108, 1997) regards ... -
Groundwater recharge estimation in Table Mountain Group aquifer systems with a case study of Kammanassie area
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The focus of this study was on recharge mechanisms and recharge estimation within the Table Mountain Group area. The study evaluated recharge processes and recharge estimation methods in the Table Mountain Group aquifer systems. -
Groundwater resource evaluation and protection in the Cape Flats, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)The analysis of geologic, hydrologic and hydrogeologic data interpreted to give the characteristics of the Cape Flats aquifer showed the quality of groundwater from the aquifer is suitable for development as a water resource. ... -
Groundwater resource evaluation in Table Mountain group aquifer systems
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)Table Muntain Group has been identified as one of the major Regional Aquifers in South Africa. the vast distribution of it leads to a great diversity in its hydrogeological properties, which influences the dynamics of ... -
The Group Areas Act and Port Elizabeth's heritage: a study of memorial recollection in the South End Museum
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)The second half of the 1990's was marked by a significant reworking of memory and history in South Africa. WHilst the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) was involved in its hearings on amnesty applications and gross ... -
Group polarization in decision making: a study of selected secondary school disciplinary panels in Rongo District of Kenya
(University of Western Cape, 2012)Behaviour problems have been on the rise in Kenyan schools for some time now. Various maladaptive behaviours found among school children include bullying, vandalism, stealing, alcohol and drug abuse, truancy, not completing ... -
Group work in management education - the role of task design
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)This theses examined adult learners' experiences of group work in management education. Group work is an integral part of learning and teaching methods at most business schools because it develops team skills demanded by ...