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Dr Dr Lwazi Ndlwana
Senior Lecturer and Academic Researcher
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Research focus
My research is based on the development nanomaterials, polymers, and nanocomposites for water treatment. To name a few, these can be applied in producing clean and usable water from different wastewater streams ranging from domestic, industrial, as well as acid mine drainage. Furthermore, the nanocomposites can be tailored to fabricate membranes (filters) that can enhance potable water availability by desalination seawater via reverse osmosis at a fraction of the traditional price that hinders investment in this technology.
SDG targets
3.1
Reduce maternal mortality
3.2
End all preventable deaths under 5 years of age
3.3
Fight communicable diseases
3.4
Reduce mortality from non-communicable diseases and promote mental health
3.9
Reduce illnesses and death from hazardous chemicals and pollution
3.D
Improve early warning systems for global health risks
6.1
Safe and affordable drinking water
6.2
End open defecation and provide access to sanitation and hygiene
6.3
Improve water quality, wastewater treatment and safe reuse
6.4
Increase water-use efficency and ensure freshwater supplies
6.5
Implement integrated water resources management
6.6
Protect and restore water-related ecosystems
6.A
Expand water and sanitation support to developing countries
6.B
Support local engagement in water and sanitation management
12.1
Implement the 10-year sustainable consumption and production framework
12.2
Sustainable management and use of natural resources
12.3
Halve global per capita food waste
12.4
Responsible management of chemicals and waste
12.5
Substantially reduce waste generation
12.6
Encourage companies to adopt sustainable practices and sustainability reporting
12.A
Support developing countries' scientific and technological capacity for sustainable consumption and production
12.C