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A call for greater collaboration: Industry needed to unlock South Africa’s nanoscience potential | SA News

Two decades ago, the Department of Science and Technology recognised nanotechnology as a strategic field capable of reshaping South Africa’s industrial future. This led to the establishment of the Masters Nanoscience Programme, a collaboration between four universities designed to train MSc graduates who can drive innovation, manufacturing and technology development locally rather than relying on imports.

Why nanoscience matters

Nanoscience focuses on materials measured in nanometres, structures at least 1,000 times thinner than a human hair. Its applications span chemistry, physics, biomedicine, electronics, petrochemicals, manufacturing and environmental solutions.

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