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2010/08/23
D Hanekom: Applied Centre for Climate and Earth Systems Science (Access) launch
Vice Chancellor, Prof. Brian O'Connell
Distinguished guests
Ladies and gentlemen
Thank you for inviting me to come and address you.
Beyond the very splendid building we are in today is the rich biodiversity of the Cape Fynbos Plant Kingdom one of only six plant kingdoms in the world, and a source of immense pride to South Africans.
This unique natural splendour raises interesting ... [highlighted result]
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2010/08/23
D Hanekom on Africa Centre for Climate and Earth Systems Science (ACCESS) launch
The Deputy Minister of Science and Technology, Derek Hanekom, officiated the launch of the Africa Centre for Climate and Earth Systems Science, which is hosted by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). The event was held at the University of the Western Cape in their recently opened Life Sciences Building.
The Department of Science and Technology/National Research Foundation (DST/NRF) Centres of Excellence (CoEs) are ... [highlighted result]
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2010/08/13
D Hanekom: Launch of South African Risk and Vulnerability Atlas
Programme director, Ms Valerie Geen
Professor Colleen Vogel, Wits University
Members of the media
Distinguished guests
I would like to sincerely thank the National Business Initiative (NBI) for organising this breakfast engagement with ...
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2010/08/05
D Hanekom to adrress closing of National Science Week
The Deputy Minister of Science and Technology, Derek Hanekom will on Friday, 6 August 2010 deliver the closing address of the National Science Week at the Fort Hare University, Alice campus. The highlight of the event will be the handing over by of the mobile laboratory to the Forte School of Science and Technology (FOSST) Discovery Centre by the Deputy Minister. It is one on the 23 Science Centres that the Department of Science and Technology (DST) supports in its promotion... [highlighted result]
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2010/08/03
D Hanekom: Opening of World Congress of Food Science and Technology
I am most honoured to be addressing this congress, with delegates from no fewer than 70 countries present, and an impressive line-up of scientists, academics and executives of large food companies making presentations related to "Food Science Solutions... [highlighted result]
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2010/05/31
D Hanekom: Handover of mobile library to Mondi Science Centre
However, not all our learners have access to laboratory facilities, which is why the Department of Science and Technology was pleased to support the Mondi Science Centre proposal to acquire a mobile laboratory.We have no doubt that with proper planning and the support of the Mpumalanga Education Department, Mondi Science Centre will succeed in getting youngsters in under-resourced areas excited about science.The mobile laboratory being handed over today is not the first of its ... [highlighted result]
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2010/05/28
D Hanekom: Launch of Sci-Bono Science of Soccer Exhibition
With all of us firmly in the grip of football fever as the World Cup kick-off gets nearer, it's good to see the science fraternity embracing the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup tournament and using its positive vibe to awaken young people's interest in science.I'm also enthusiastic about the way the Academy of Science of South Africa covered the science of soccer in the latest issue of quest. There are currently 20 centres involved in the promotion of science and science education in the ... [highlighted result]
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2010/05/27
D Hanekom and B Creecy to launch Science of Soccer Exhibition, 28 May
The Deputy Minister for Science and Technology Mr Derek Hanekom and the Gauteng MEC for Education Ms Barbara Creecy will launch the Science of Soccer Exhibition, the world s first completely soccer-themed science exhibition. The launch will take place at the Sci-Bono Discovery Centre in Newtown Johannesburg on Friday, 28 May.Eleven hands-on, feet-on, minds-on exhibits custom built in South Africa will be opened to the public at the launch this Friday. All media are invited to play ... [highlighted result]
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2010/05/06
D Hanekom: Anniversary of Institute of Economic Research on Innovation
South Africa's gross investment in research and development increased from R16 billion in 2006 to R18 billion in 2007. Now, with early signs of a recovery in most sectors of the economy, South Africa needs to use the strengths and experience of its research institutions and universities, business and industry and international partnerships to position South Africa as one of the leaders of innovation among middle income countries. To return to IERI, Professor Muchie is attached to your ... [highlighted result]
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2010/05/06
D Hanekom: Anniversary of Institute of Economic Research on Innovation
South Africa's gross investment in research and development increased from R16 billion in 2006 to R18 billion in 2007. Now, with early signs of a recovery in most sectors of the economy, South Africa needs to use the strengths and experience of its research institutions and universities, business and industry and international partnerships to position South Africa as one of the leaders of innovation among middle income countries.Ministers responsible for research councils and ... [highlighted result]
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2010/04/20
D Hanekom: Science and Technology Dept Budget Vote 2010/11
Speaker, Honourable MembersOur country occupies an increasingly prominent place at the frontiers of science. The reality is that we are not producing nearly enough scientists, and without scientists there can be no science.Success in our efforts to develop science, engineering and technology human resources that are representative of South Africa's demographics depends largely on having sufficient numbers of school leavers with passes in mathematics and science. The Youth ... [highlighted result]
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2010/03/25
D Hanekom to open annual SciFest Africa science festival, 26 Mar
The Deputy Minister of Science and Technology, Derek Hanekom will deliver a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the SciFest Africa science festival on Friday, 26 March 2010 at the Guy Butler Theatre in GrahamstownCoordinated by the Grahamstown Foundation, SciFest Africa is an annual, national science festival that seeks to promote a culture of science and technology in a festive way. Activities planned for have been organised with the intention of addressing misconceptions ... [highlighted result]
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2010/02/18
D Hanekom: Launch of Biosafety South Africa
What we should be doing, is encouraging and permitting research, capacity development and the commercialisation of biotechnology products that stand to benefit South Africans; and expanding our ability to take full advantage of the biotechnology era.A national biosafety service platform, we believe, will effectively help address many of the biotechnology hurdles in South Africa.Our objective, as articulated in our biotechnology strategy, is to establish a sustainable and ... [highlighted result]
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2010/02/04
The Department of Science and Technology has established a number of initiatives to develop competencies in key technologies to strengthen the technological base of the South African manufacturing sector. Notable among these is the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Strategy.The strategy emphasises developing technologies with strategic value to the country and in areas in which South Africa can develop a competitive advantage.While South Africa has been spared the worst of the ... [highlighted result]
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2009/11/23
D Hanekom: International NanoSchool opening
We have put in place reliable equipment acquisition programmes, and research equipment is being placed at various research institutions. All research institutions should ensure that their research strategies in nanotechnology are informed by this research plan. The recently held Nanotechnology Industry Indaba organised by the department, which resulted in the agreement to form a Nanotechnology Industry forum, was a welcome first step in this direction. [highlighted result]
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2009/11/17
D Hanekom: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference
The government as a whole, and more specifically, my department, the Department of Science and Technology, has been motivating the importance of innovation since before the Cabinet approved the White Paper on Science and Technology in 1996. The TIA will focus predominantly on providing both financial and non-financial support towards technology development, prototyping, piloting and proof of concept for innovative technologies, including support for commercialisation.Another important ... [highlighted result]
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2009/11/16
D Hanekom: French South African technology institute in electronics satellite programme
Programme director
Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mazwi-Tanga
Deputy Vice-Chancellors and members of the Executive Management of Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
Vice-President responsible for Education, Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Jean-Paul Vermes
Counselor for Science, Culture and Development, Embassy of France, Professor Elmaleh
Executive Director: Institutional Capacity Development, National Research Foundation (NRF), Dr Maharaj<...
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2009/11/03
D Hanekom: Mine-Tech International Conference
As a result, the current South African expenditure on research and development in the mining sector is minimal. We aim to determine the precise scope and content of what is occurring in the mining sector with respect to cleaner production, mining and mineral processing technologies, best practices, research activities, technology development, and research and information dissemination on mining and minerals technology.Possibly even more importantly, we need to sharpen our focus on the ... [highlighted result]
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2009/10/26
D Hanekom: High performance computing facility
The South African National Research Network and very large databases programmes complement the HPC effort through the provision of high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity, and the effective management of a variety of notably large databases.The HPC field deals with the cutting edge of computing technology. This new HPC resource will enable your university to remain one of the top research institutions in the country and extend its capacity to deliver excellent research.I ... [highlighted result]
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2009/10/22
D Hanekom to launch high performance computing facility, 26 Oct
The Deputy Minister of Science and Technology, Mr Derek Hanekom, will launch the high performance computing facility at the North West University s Potchefstroom campus on Monday, 26 October 2009.The high performance computing facility was established in response to ongoing demand for computing power, particularly in the field of natural sciences research. These significant time-savings imply acceleration in the progress of many important programmes.Event details:
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