CSIR eNews: Materials science and manufacturing

Abstract

The CSIR is in a unique position to add value and impact to the materials and manufacturing industries in Africa and to develop human capital through its critical mass of multi-disciplinary researchers, its equipment and infrastructure and its knowledge and networks within these fields. A major competitive advantage is the wide coverage of materials (e.g. fibres, textiles, polymers, ceramics, composites, metals) and manufacturing disciplines within one unit. This enables CSIR Materials Science and Manufacturing to conduct true multi-disciplinary research and solution development within these fields.