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Welcome to the Centre for Human Metabolomics (CHM)
Aug 31, 2025 - CHM is dedicated to providing the healthcare sector with innovative, cutting-edge analytical services We are driven by our passion for innovation and our commitment to providing the best possible service to our clients. Our state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge analytical methods allow us to meet the demands of various sectors within…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/centre-human-metabolomics/services-offered
Services offered
Jan 10, 2023 - The Metabolomics Platform has the following commercial and research services available based on the different metabolomics approaches (sorted in 4 categories) Metabolic profiling or metabolome blocking (targeted analysis of compounds related by class, pathway or function) Amino acid analyses Acylcarnitine analyses (acylglycines and…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/centre-human-metabolomics/technology-and-instrumentation
Technology and instrumentation
Nov 14, 2022 - Untargeted analysis Our instrumentation for untargeted analysis, which can utilise either very little or no sample preparation, is highly selective. This allows for the separation of signals from closely related compounds in terms of mass, retention time, or fragmentation spectra. This is a powerful tool for those looking to analyse a sample…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/centre-human-metabolomics/meet-team
Meet the team
Mar 08, 2024 - Dr Ilse du Preez Acting Director: Centre for Human Metabolomics Prof Chris Vorster Director: Nngwe Programme Director Ms Derylize Beukes Section Head: Analytics, Centre for Human Metabolomics Mr Grant Maasdorp Section Head: Operations, Centre for Human…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/mathematical-and-statistical-sciences/maths-refresher-course
Maths Refresher Course
Aug 24, 2017 - This course is compulsory for all students that are enrolled for WISN111 All bona fide first year students enrolled for programs/curriculums which include the module(s) WISN111 and/or MATE111 must attend the refresher course. This implies that all Engineering and BMI students, the specific BSc, BCom and BA students enrolled for the module…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/physical-and-chemical-sciences/about-us
About us
Feb 04, 2019 - Welcome to the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences The School of Physical and Chemical Sciences (SPCS) provides relevant, value-driven training which prepares students for the industry. The School's expertise is divided into three subject groups, namely Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics. The…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/biochemistry
Biochemistry
Jul 01, 2020 - What is Biochemistry? Biochemistry is the study of the molecular basis of life. Living organisms such as humans, animals, plants, fungi, bacteria and viruses are made up of unique chemicals. Because these chemicals are so different from the chemical compounds found in non-living systems, we call them biomolecules. By studying…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/chemistry
About chemistry ...
May 24, 2023 - What is Chemistry? Look at the following video for an overview of chemistry and chemistry study fields at the NWU.http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/physics
Physics
Oct 15, 2025 - Physics attempts to summarise phenomena in nature according to scientific laws. Such laws are formulated to provide us with knowledge of the physical world. Physics, together with the subjects Chemistry and various divisions of Mathematics, form the basis of Science and Technology.The mission of the Physics Subject Group is centred on…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/physical-and-chemical-sciences/qualifications
Qualifications
Apr 01, 2023 - Undergraduate Study: 3 year BSc (Baccalaureus Scientiae) The study period for a BSc degree is 3 years full time. We offer comprehensive market related degrees, which combine the subject groups of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics into various programmes ranging from Chemistry and Physics to Physics and Applied Mathematics. Each…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/school-physical-and-chemical-sciences/careers
Careers in Physical and Chemical Sciences
Apr 14, 2023 - Where can you work? Obtaining the qualification BSc in Physical and Chemical Sciences offers you diverse career opportunities available in various industries and organisations, such as: Petrochemical industry (SASOL, AECI, OMNIA, Sentrachem, SAB) Universities and secondary schools Government organisations (SABS, MRC, NECSA, MINTEK)…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/biological-sciences/about-us
About us
Nov 30, 2022 - Welcome to the School of Biological Sciences At the School of Biological Sciences, our vision is to provide relevant, value driven training and research of international standard that is focussed on proven expertise within the environmental sciences. We also offer a unique BSc degree in Tourism where subject specific disciplines of Botany,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/zoology
Zoology
Aug 15, 2024 - What is Zoology? Zoology is the scientific study of animals, including their classification, physiology, behaviour, and distribution in their natural habitats. It encompasses various aspects of animal biology, ranging from molecular biology and genetics to ecology and evolutionary biology. Zoologists study animal diversity, structure,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/microbiology
Microbiology
Jul 28, 2025 - What is Microbiology? Microbiology entails the uncovering of mysteries of microscopic life and the application thereof in modern society. The interaction of viruses, bacteria, archaea and fungi with the environment, their industrial application and clinical importance affects almost every area of human life. Undergraduate study in…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/botany
Botany
Jan 28, 2020 - What is Botany? Plants form the bridge between the biosphere and its energy source, the sun. Plants are furthermore the source of oxygen, food, fossil and recent fuel, fibre, medicine and building material. Plants, such as cut flowers, are cultivated and planted for their esthetical value. Studies in the basic structure,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/biological-sciences/qualifications
Qualifications
Jul 16, 2018 - Undergraduate study: 3 year BSc (Baccalaureus Scientiae) The study period for a BSc degree in Natural and Agricultural Sciences is 3 years full-time. We offer comprehensive market related degrees, which combine the subject groups Botany, Zoology, Geology, Geography, Microbiology, Physiology, and Tourism into different curricula…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/biological-sciences/careers