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Using a conceptual change approach to improve learners' understanding of ions in aqueous solutions in Physical Sciences.
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
The purpose of this study was to investigate how the use of a conceptual change approach could contribute to enhancing the teaching and learning of ions in aqueous solutions in Grade 10 Physical Science. More specifically, ...
The in vitro detection and measurement of the unfolded protein response in Saccharomyces cerevisiae
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Bioethanol is currently the most widely used biofuel and can be used as a direct replacement for current fossil fuel based transportation fuels. Consolidated bioprocessing (CBP), in which bioethanol is produced in a single ...
An assessment of the influence of water allocation on sustainable water resources management: A case study of the Nyando river basin, Kenya
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Water problems prevalent in the Nyando River Basin are due to an ineffective water allocation
system and lack of adequate conditions for implementation of sustainable integrated water
resources management (IWRM) strategies. ...
The experiences of transgender female sex workers within their families, occupation and the health care system
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
There is a dearth of scholarly literature surrounding transgender female sex workers (TFSW) within South Africa. Their voices are often marginalised and not adequately heard in the literature and in a society that generally ...
Investigating the reproductive health knowledge, attitudes and practices among student nurses at a selected private nursing college in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Background: The changes in sexual and reproductive behaviour of young people as they become students, has been widely documented. International and local studies promote the development of student-centred, comprehensive ...
Platinum based catalysts for the cathode of proton exchange membrane fuel cells
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) is carried out in the cathode of the proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) and it is known for its sluggish kinetics and the existence of two-pathway mechanism, related with the production ...
3,3'-diindolylmethane improves drought tolerance of Zea mays through enhancing antioxidant activity
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Maize is one of the most abundantly produced cereals and contributes to about 40% of the global cereal production. This figure will have to increase in order to feed the ever-growing human population. One of the major ...
Post-deposition doping of silicon nanowires
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Silicon nanowires (Si NWs) continue to demonstrate superior properties to their bulk
counterparts, with respect to their morphological and electrical transport properties for
the use in photovoltaic (PV) applications. ...
Examining the influence of co-curricular activities on learner attitudes and achievement in physical sciences
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
This study seeks to examine the influence of co-curricular activities on learner attitudes in Further Education and Training (FET) Physical Sciences. Butterworth FET school in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa was ...
The effect of flow field design on the degradation mechanisms and long term stability of HT-PEM fuel cell
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Fuel cells are long term solution for global energy needs. In current fuel cell
technologies, Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells are known for quick start-up
and ease of operation compared to other types of fuel ...