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Herpetofaunal survey of the Khaudum–Ngamiland dispersal area in Namibia
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)An extensive Herpetofaunal survey of three under researched areas in North–eastern Namibia (all forming part of the Khaudum Ngamiland dispersal area) was conducted. The areas in question were the Nyae Nyae conservancy, ... -
The spatial distribution of spaza shops in rural versus urban low-income settlements
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Located in low-income settlements, spaza shops significantly contribute to the South African economy yearly, ensuring an estimated 300 000 employment opportunities. Due to the informal nature of spaza shops, the emphasis ... -
Assessing urban open space network connectivity in semi arid Windhoek, Namibia
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)With more than half of the world’s population living in urban areas, and urbanisation increasing rapidly in sub-Saharan Africa, there is constant pressure on cities to accommodate people. Urbanisation is one of the main ... -
EcoHealth survey of Herpetofauna in South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)In this project, the samples were taken from reptiles’ oral and cloacal cavities. The majority of samples originated from healthy-appearing captive reptiles therefore the bacteria detected in this study form part of the ... -
Mid-Infrared spectroscopy calibration models for base cation concentration prediction in soils of the North-West Province, South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Fertilizers are essential for plant nutrition to sustain global food demands. Fertilizer recommendations requires soil analysis. Conventional laboratory analysis for soil chemistry is often slow and expensive. Mid-Infrared ... -
The mineralogical and geochemical study of the Etosha meteorite from the North-West University collection
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)The Etosha meteorite, which is part of the North-West University (NWU) collection, was found in 1970 in the Etosha National Park in Namibia. Although the meteorite has been described by previous researchers, its re-evaluation ... -
Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis survey in Ncandu Nature Reserve and fungal ecology
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Amphibians across the globe have been experiencing rapid declines, especially in areas with a high amphibian population density. It was assumed that this decline was caused by habitat destruction and climate change. A ... -
Biodiversity of rhizobia associated with sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia) in South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia) is a perennial crop with multiple agricultural and environmental benefits, as well as biotechnological applications. When used as forage, it can remedy the problem of bloating in livestock ... -
Development of a real time PCR assay to distinguish between Coxiella burnetii and Coxiella-like endosymbionts
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Q fever is classified as notifiable by the World Organisation of Animal Health (OIE, now known as the World Organisation for Animal Health, WOAH). It is a zoonotic bacterial disease caused by Coxiella burnetii that occurs ... -
Breeding biology and habitat utilization of the Long-toed Tree Frog (Leptopelis xenodactylus)
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Leptopelis xenodactylus Poynton, 1963 is a little-known member of the Leptopelis genus. It was discovered in 1963 and, since then, minimal work has been carried out on the species. It is listed as Endangered and its ... -
Diatoms as indicators of water quality change from drought to flood conditions in the Kruger National Park
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Water as a resource is important for all living organisms and forms the very basis of life. The transportation of water, around the globe, forms the hydrologic cycle. This cycle includes precipitation, evaporation, and ... -
Analyzing the methodology for the use of eDNA in detecting Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) is an aquatic fungal pathogen that has caused mass mortalities in amphibian populations globally. Conventional diagnostic assays for the pathogen are invasive, and involve the collection ... -
Assessment of nematocidal activity of novel N-alkyl analogues of nitrofurantoin on Caenorhabditis elegans nematode model
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Caenorhabditis elegans is considered as a simple but important invertebrate model which provides a versatile platform of various experiments such as drug studies. The C. elegans is commonly used in anthelmintic drug studies ... -
Root-knot nematode abundance and diversity in grain fields of New-Era producers in South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Production of maize, the third most important grain crop for human consumption after rice and wheat, is hampered by Meloidogyne which is the economically most important plant-parasitic nematode (PPN) genus infecting and ... -
The effects of fungal strains with biocontrol potential on the motility and reproduction of Meloidogyne incognita
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) pose a global threat to grain crop production since it causes major yield losses which results in less food sources for animals and humans. Since classical nematicides are continually ... -
Glossina brevipalpis (Diptera : Glossinidae) in South Africa : distribution, endosymbionts and assessment of irradiated male mating proficiency
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Glossina brevipalpis found in the north-eastern KwaZulu-Natal Province of South Africa represents the southernmost distributional limit of this genus in Africa. This species covers approximately 18 000 km2 where it co-occurs ... -
Bioecology of lepidopteran pests of Macadamia integrifolia in South African production areas
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)South Africa is the largest exporter of macadamia nuts in the world. Larvae of the Lepidoptera nut borer complex causes economic damage to macadamia in South Africa. Larvae damage both young developing and old hard nuts ... -
Towards land use management options : the KwaZulu-Natal traditional land narrative
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Despite multiple attempts by authorities, land use management on traditional land in KwaZulu-Natal remains ineffective in providing tenure security to occupants of the land. This study investigates feasible land use ... -
Microplastic pollution in the ocean and coral reefs of the Western Indian Ocean
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Plastics, a century old answer to everyday problems, are now the cause of environmental and health problems. The concern of plastics in the natural environment is causing global distress. Never was the intention by creating ... -
Diversity and distribution of anuran blood parasites within the Vhembe Biosphere
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)The Soutpansberg mountain range, the most northern mountain range in South Africa, forms part of the Vhembe Biosphere Reserve, a highly diverse region comprising at least three biomes and 23 different vegetation types. ...
