Overview
Professor Nokuthula Sibiya, an NRF-rated researcher, is responsible for the University ‘s Research, Innovation and Engagement portfolio. The portfolio consists of the Research Directorate, the Technology Station in Chemicals, and Community Engagement and Development (CEAD)
Publication
Professor Nokuthula Sibiya, MUT’s DVC for Research, Innovation, and Engagements (RIE) has penned an inspiring piece on GALVANISING WOMEN’S EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP in the HERS-SA magazine as it celebrates its 20-years of making a difference in women leadership. It is of record that women are still under-represented in South African universities’ leadership positions; be it middle, senior, and executive positions. In the article, which first showcases her systemic rise to one of the second highest positions in university leadership, the reader sees her meteoric rise from the grassroots in academia that is marked by tangible results of her hard work regardless of the position she has held. In each position, there is evidence of gains made and how it has an impact across her institution.
As the article ends, Professor Sibiya, says, “I urge universities to support women to attend HERS-SA Academy initiatives so as to advance equity and empowerment of women in leadership in higher education.”
Research, Innovation and Engagement
Research and innovation, another core business of the university, is spearheaded by the institution’s Research, Innovation and Engagements Portfolio (RIE). The portfolio consists of the Research Department, the Technology Stations, Community Engagement, Rural Development and partnerships.
MUT explores the benefits of partnerships with business, academia, industry and government in driving the research and innovation (R&I) agenda to deliver solutions that will change the lives of South Africans, and the world.
It also supports the view that while the forces of competitiveness and globalisation are accelerating the scope, pace and importance of cross-border R&I, strengthened by directed partnerships both within and outside South Africa.
A vibrant and internationally competitive science, technology and innovation (STI) system is critical to growing a knowledge-driven economy and improving the social well-being of South Africans.
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2023 NRF – Rated Scientists
Name | Category | Faculty | Period of Rating |
Prof A.T. Kaniki | C2 | Engineering | 2021 – 2023 |
Prof. B.F Bakare | Y2 | Engineering | 2019 – 2024 |
Dr M. Lasich | Y2 | Engineering | 2019 – 2024 |
Dr B.P. Numbi | Y2 | Engineering | 2019 – 2024 |
Prof M.N. Sibiya | C2 | RIE Division | 2023 – 2028 |
Prof T. Davies | C2 | Natural Sciences | 2023 – 2028 |
Dr E. Oluwakemi | Y2 | Engineering | 2023 – 2028 |
Dr N.J. Gumede | Y2 | Engineering | 2023 – 2028 |
Dr D. Naidoo | Y2 | Natural Sciences | 2023 – 2028 |