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Hermanus Magnetic Observatory: a historical perspective of geomagnetism in southern Africa
(Copernicus Publications, 2018)In this paper a brief summary will be given about the historical development of geomagnetism as a science in southern Africa and particularly the role played by Hermanus Magnetic Observatory in this regard. From a very ... -
Adverse effect of heavy metals (As, Pb, Hg, and Cr) on health and their bioremediation strategies: a review
(Springer, 2018)Currently, heavy metal pollution becomes a severe problem whole over the world, and these toxic metals enter into the environment either by natural phenomena or due to extensive industrialization. The discharged effluents ... -
DNA barcoding of the medically important freshwater snail Physa acuta reveals multiple invasion events into Africa
(Elsevier, 2018)The medically important freshwater snail Physa acuta is highly invasive and has been reported in several freshwater environments across Africa. To identify species and provide initial insights into the origins of P. acuta ... -
Measurement of skin surface pH
(Karger, 2018)The acidic nature of the skin surface was recognised more than a century ago and has been measured since 1928. Several non-invasive methods for measuring skin surface pH have been developed ever since and have contributed ... -
“We help each other”: relational patterns among older individuals in South African samples
(Springer, 2018)The present study aimed to describe the reasons for the importance of relationships for older individuals living in urban and rural sites in South Africa. Participants were selected from urban (n = 50, males = 14, females = 36; ... -
Strategies for work-family balance in a South African context
(Taylor & Francis, 2018)Finding and maintaining work–family balance has become an increasingly difficult challenge for South African families due to various factors, including economic, political, social and cultural changes that can impact ... -
Challenges in implementing continuous support during childbirth in selected public hospitals in the North West Province of South Africa
(AOSIS, 2018)Background: According to a Cochrane review, continuous support during childbirth increases the mother’s chances of a vaginal birth without identified adverse effects. However, this evidence-based practice is not ... -
Montmorency tart cherry (Prunus cerasus L.) supplementation accelerates recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage in females
(Taylor & Francis, 2018)Tart Montmorency cherry concentrate (MC) has been reported to attenuate the symptoms of exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) and to accelerate exercise recovery, which has been attributed to its high anti-inflammatory and ... -
Social impact assessment: practitioner perspectives of the neglected status in South African SIA
(Taylor & Francis, 2018)Social Impact Assessment (SIA) in South Africa is still considered to be a neglected component of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), but the perspectives of the practitioners on the status and practice of SIA have never ... -
Non-destructive, high-resolution X-ray micro-CT of a Hairy Stalagmite: investigating the structural details of a biogenic speleothem
(Springer, 2018)Three-dimensional X-ray micro-computed tomography permits to investigate the internal structure of objects at a high resolution without altering its original form. It also facilitates the rendering and visualization of a ... -
Artificial neural networks: applications in the drinking water sector
(IWA Publishing, 2018)Artificial neural networks (ANNs) could be used in effective drinking water quality management. This review provides an overview about the history of ANNs and their applications and shortcomings in the drinking water sector. ... -
H.E.S.S. discovery of very high energy γ-ray emission from PKS 0625−354
(Oxford Univ Press, 2018)PKS 0625−354 (z = 0.055) was observed with the four High Energy Stereoscopic System (H.E.S.S.) telescopes in 2012 during 5.5 h. The source was detected above an energy threshold of 200 GeV at a significance level of 6.1σ. ... -
A review on the demineralisation of pre- and post-pyrolysis biomass and tyre wastes
(Elsevier, 2018)Pyrolysis is an attractive technology to convert low-cost carbonaceous waste materials into fuels, energy and other value added products goods. During pyrolysis, the inorganic minerals present in the feedstock can cause ... -
Efavirenz exposure, alone and in combination with known drugs of abuse, engenders addictive-like bio-behavioural changes in rats
(Nature, 2018)Efavirenz is abused in a cannabis-containing mixture known as Nyaope. The addictive-like effects of efavirenz (5, 10 and 20 mg/kg) was explored using conditioned place preference (CPP) in rats following sub-acute exposure ... -
Artikel 102 van die insolvensiewet en notariële verbande: van onsekerheid na sekerheid?
(LexisNexis, 2017)In this note, the application of section 102 of the Insolvency Act 24 of 1936 is analysed. This section provides preference (and not real security) to the holder of a specific type of notarial bond. To understand the ... -
Die effek van sekwestrasie op huiswerkers en die bepaling van voordeel vir skuldeisers weer onder die loep
(LexisNexis, 2017)The concept of “advantage to creditors” in insolvency law is not without problems. Inevitably the question arises, and is discussed in this note, whether the notion of creditor advantage ultimately got stuck at determining ... -
Fencing flèche performed by elite and novice épéeists depending on type of perception
(Archives of Budo, 2018)Background and Aim of Study: The effectiveness of a fencing competition is relative to the neuro-muscular coordination coupled with various types of perception. The objective of this study was the multi-faceted movement ... -
Qualitative job insecurity and turnover intention: the mediating role of basic psychological needs in public and private sectors
(Emerald, 2018)Purpose The purpose of this paper is to test two hypotheses. First, an indirect relationship between qualitative job insecurity and turnover intention through basic psychological need satisfaction was investigated. Second, ... -
Two new species of the family Nippobodidae (Acari, Oribatida), including a description of the leg-folding process
(Pensoft, 2018)Nippobodes panemorfis sp. n. and Leobodes trypasis sp. n. are described by means of optical and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and compared to other congeners. The leg-folding process is described and illustrated. Nippobodes ...
