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To meet its mandate of improving the quality of life of South Africans, the CSIR relies on its most important asset, its people. The CSIR’s multidisciplinary nature positions the organisation to help solve the increasingly complex problems of our time. This multidisciplinary science, engineering and technology base is made up of individuals who are highly specialised in their respective fields. They are geneticists, virologists, software developers, polymer chemists, applied mathematicians and industrial engineers, just to name a few.
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Jacobs’ research focuses on developing novel solid-state laser prototypes for military and industrial applications. He is the laser source development platform champion and project leader for laser defence applications. He has a keen interest in new laser architectures, laser control and electronics and scientific software development.
Naidoo’s research is centered on laser beam shaping for the generation of transverse higher-order modes in solid-state laser resonators.
Tlotleng’s research interests focus on laser materials processing using powder-blown and 3D printing. The main focus is on functional graded materials and metal matrixes. He is also looking into the development of titanium aluminide alloys for material synthesis and their applications.
Dr Mathe’s research focuses on laser-enabled manufacturing, specifically additive manufacturing and business development in this field.
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