Browsing Philosophiae Doctor - PhD (Chemistry) by Author "Faculty of Science"
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Pt Nanophase supported catalysts and electrode systems for water electrolysis
Petrik, Leslie F. (University of the Western Cape, 2008)In this study novel composite electrodes were developed, in which the catalytic components were deposited in nanoparticulate form. The efficiency of the nanophase catalysts and membrane electrodes were tested in an important ... -
Synthesis and characterization of nanofluids for cooling applications
Botha, Subelia Senara (University of the Western Cape, 2006)Low thermal conductivity is a primary limitation in the development of energy-efficient heat transfer fluids that are required in numerous industrial sectors. Recently submicron and high aspect ratio particles (nanoparticles ... -
The synthesis and evaluation of potential anti-Mycobacterium tuberculosis and apoptotic agents
Sagar, Sunil. (University of the Western Cape, 2007)Tuberculosis (TB) and Cancer are among the most devastating and therapeutically challenging diseases that need to be addressed in South Africa today. The development of muti-drug resistance in TB causing bacteria, Mycobacterium ... -
Synthesis of multi-metallic catalysts for fuel cell applications
Naidoo, Sivapregasen (University of the Western Cape, 2008)The direct methanol fuel cell or DMFC is emerging as a promising alternative energy source for many applications. Developed and developing countries, through research, are fast seeking a cheap and stable supply of energy ... -
Synthesis, electrodynamics and biosensor applications of novel sulphonated polyaniline nanocomposites
Michira, Immaculate Nyambura (University of the Western Cape, 2007)The overall aim of this thesis was to prepare nanostructured more processable heteronuclear sulphonated polyanyline nanocomposites with electroconductive properties suitable for applications in biosensors. The sulphonated ...