Research Focus
The aim of our research group is to find novel, cost effective and environmentally friendly membrane based separation solutions for industrial as well as rural applications with a specific emphasis on South African relevance. There are two cross-linked key areas of interest within our research group:
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Resource beneficiation: South Africa is rich in resources and it is a national priority to develop processes and technologies to beneficiate these raw materials adding value and unlocking new markets. Basic principles of membrane technology are applied to both new and existin
g processes to enhance the efficiency of the process and the value of the products involved.
- Energy production: Worldwide energy use is on the rise. This calls for the development of i) novel energy production systems as well as ii) the improvement of existing systems.