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Nanocomposite-graphene based platform for heavy metal detection
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)This study reports the synthesis of graphene by oxidizing graphite to graphite oxide using H2SO4 and KMnO4 and reducing graphene oxide to graphene by using NaBH4. Graphene was then characterized using FT-IR, TEM, AFM, XRD, ... -
Nanoformulation of Artemisia afra and its potential biomedical applications in type 2 diabetes
(University of Western Cape, 2019)Current research classifies Type 2 diabetes as most prevalent non-communicable diseases in South Africa. Approximately 285 million people are affected globally with an expected increase to 595 million by the year 2035. ... -
Nanoparticle antifungal therapy for resolution of oropharyngeal candidiasis: Systematic review and meta-analysis
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Oral candidiasis is an opportunistic infection caused by Candida Species that generally affects Immunocompromised individuals and Denture wearers. The side effects associated with the use of anti-fungal medicaments are ... -
Nanoparticles as advanced treatment modalities to disinfect the root canal system
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Persistent root canal pathogens are one of the main causes of endodontic treatment failure. These pathogens are usually isolated in areas within the root canals that are inaccessible to mechanical instrumentation, chemical ... -
Nanoparticles for use in imaging, catalysis and phthalocyanine synthesis
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Nanoscience and nanotechnology are known to be interdisciplinary, crossing and combining various fields and disciplines in pursuit of desirable outcomes. This has brought about applications of nanoscience and nanotechnology ... -
Nanoparticles-infused lithium manganese phosphate coated with magnesium-gold composite thin film - a possible novel material for lithium ion battery olivine cathode.
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)Architecturally enhanced electrode materials for lithium ion batteries (LIB) with permeable morphologies have received broad research interests over the past years for their promising properties. However, literature based ... -
Nanoparticulate of silver-modified poly (8-anilino-1-naphthalene sulphonic acid) nanobiosensor systems for the determination of Tuberculosis treatment drugs
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)This study firstly reports the development and characterization of PVP-AgNPs, PANSA and PVPAgNPs/ PANSA nanocomposite on gold. AFM and TEM analyses revealed highly electroactive nanocomposites whose morphogy and properties ... -
Nanostructured Europium and Palladium Oxide Substituted Lithium Manganese Oxide [LiEu(x)PdO(y)MnO3] Perovskite Material for Li Ion Battery Cathode
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The 4th Industrial revolution which is to be mainly powered by cleaner energy technologies has necessitated the scientific community to develop new high-tech energy storage materials. Furthermore, 4IR is associated with ... -
Nanostructured europium and palladium oxide substituted lithium manganese oxide [lieu(x)pdo(y)mno3] perovskite material for li ion battery cathode
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The 4th Industrial revolution which is to be mainly powered by cleaner energy technologies has necessitated the scientific community to develop new high-tech energy storage materials. Furthermore, 4IR is associated with ... -
Nanostructured europium and palladium oxide substituted lithium manganese oxide [lieu(x)pdo(y)mno3] perovskite material for li ion battery cathode
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The 4th Industrial revolution which is to be mainly powered by cleaner energy technologies has necessitated the scientific community to develop new high-tech energy storage materials. Furthermore, 4IR is associated with ... -
Nanostructured immunosensor for low level detection of waterborne cryptosporidium
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)A major causative agent of gastrointestinal disease is Cryptosporidium, a protozoan waterborne parasite identified in over 70 countries. Cryptosporidium infection is a cause of high disease morbidity in children and the ... -
Nanostructured light weight hydrogen storage materials
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)The main objective of this study was to advance kinetic performances of formation and decomposition of magnesium hydride by design strategies which include high energy ball milling in hydrogen (HRBM), in combination with ... -
Nanostructured materials for sustainable next generation organic solar cells
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Many researchers are conducting their studies that are centred on using solar energy to generate electricity due to the developing interest in solar energy. One of the most promising options to reduce the cost of ... -
Nanostructured polyamic acid electrocatalysts for reliable analytical reporting of sulphonamides as contaminants of emerging concern
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Polyamic acid (PAA) nanostructured materials were successfully produced by electrochemical deposition and electrospinning using polyvinlypyrrolidone (PVP) as supporting polymer. Polyamic acid thin film and nanofibers were ... -
Nanostructured polypyrrole impedimetric sensors for anthropogenic organic pollutants
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)Polypyrrole composites of polyaromatic hydrocarbon sulphonic acids (β–naphthalene sulphonic acid (NSA) and 1, 2-napthaquinone-4-sulphonic acid (NQS)), as well as those of transition metal oxides (tungsten (VI) oxide (WO3) ... -
A narrative approach to understanding child homicide from the perspective of incarcerated South African parents convicted of killing their children
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)South Africa has among the highest reported rates of neonaticide and infanticide, yet we do not know much about the circumstances surrounding parental child killing. Therefore, this dissertation sought to address this ... -
A narrative of crystal methamphetamine: a case study of a young person's experience of factors that leads to crystal methamphetamine use within a high-risk area in Cape Town
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Recent research has indicated a significant increase in the crystal methamphetamine abuse in the Western Cape. The study aimed to provide an understanding of the interaction of the social and historical contexts in relation ... -
Narratives in postgraduate studies: Stories of six master’s students who have experienced supervision-related challenges at a South African university
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Postgraduate research throughput and problems associated with appropriate supervision are a key focus area for many higher education institutions around the world (Lessing & Schulze, 2012; Amehoe, 2014; Botha, 2016). ... -
Narratives of assessment: the newsletter as case study
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The purpose of this thesis was to evaluate success of an integrated newsletter assignment for first year Human Resource Management students as an authentic and meaningful form of assessment by tracing and deciphering the ... -
Narratives of constructing as gay and having relationships in contemporary South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)This study examined how gay men construct a gay identity and have relationships within a heteronormative (Kritzinger, 2005) society in South Africa. The impact of this study is that homophobia continues to persist within ...