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Game-Enhanced Learning & Educational Technology
The Game-Enhanced Learning & Educational Technology group explores how game mechanics, interactive storytelling, and emerging technologies enhance learning engagement, retention, and skill development. Rooted in playful pedagogy, the group investigates how structured and emergent play can create meaningful learning experiences (LX) that foster…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group/about-us
About us
Background The Water Research Group forms part of the Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management (UESM) and the School of Biological Sciences at the North-West University (NWU), Potchefstroom Campus. The areas of specialisation that the members of the group have include aquatic ecology, aquatic ecotoxicology, aquatic ecosystem…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group-support-staff
Support staff
Makolobe Mabotja Senior Laboratory Technician: NABF Bianca van der Linde Laboratory Technician: NABF Last updated: February 2025 Comments on the content and accessibility, please contact: Anja Erasmushttp://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group/facilities
Facilities
National Aquatic Bioassay Facility (NABF) Collaborators Prof. Victor Wepener (NWU-WRG), Prof. Nico J. Smit (NWU-WRG), Dr Tarryn Lee Botha (UNISA), Dr Anja Erasmus (NWU-WRG), and the Zebrafish Interest Group of South Africa Funders National Research Foundation (NRF) South Africa, National Nanotechnology…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/fakulteit-natuur-en-landbouwetenskappe/undergraduate-studies
Undergraduate Studies
WELCOME TO THE FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES! We are delighted by your interest in joining our vibrant academic community, where innovation meets excellence. At our faculty, you will embark on an exciting journey of discovery, guided by expert lecturers and supported by cutting-edge facilities. Our commitment is to…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/faculty-natural-and-agricultural-sciences/fnas-glance
FNAS at a Glance
The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at North-West University (NWU) offers a wide range of qualifications designed to provide students with a comprehensive and integrated learning experience. Our programmes equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, ensuring they are well-prepared to tackle…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-data-science-and-computing/research-information-security-and-computer-security-group
Research in Information Security and Computer Security Group
Information, computer, and cybersecurity have become critical national security concerns for many countries and significant issues for organisations worldwide. The continuously increasing number of discovered vulnerabilities, exploitation, and presence on Internet-connected devices creates a highly complex scenario that requires comprehensive…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-data-science-and-computing/advanced-computing-group
Advanced Computing Group
The research group focuses on advancing computational methodologies across diverse domains, including Astronomy Computing, Computational Space Weather, Instrumentation Development, and the Internet of Things (IoT). By leveraging high-performance computing, data science, and machine learning, the group processes large-scale…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-data-science-and-computing/software-engineering-and-next-generation-networking
Software Engineering and Next Generation Networking
Our research focuses on Software Engineering (SE) and Next Generation Networking (NGN), aiming to improve system reliability and security through advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques. In Software Engineering, we work on building robust and maintainable systems. Our key areas of interest include requirements…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-data-science-and-computing/artificial-intelligence-research-and-applications