Browsing Research Articles (Centre for Research on Evaluation, Science and Technology (CREST)) by Title
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A unique fingerprint? Factors influencing attitudes towards science and technology in South Africa
(Academy of Science of South Africa, 2016)From an international perspective, research in the field of public attitudes towards science and technology has been conducted since the 1970s. A frequently proposed – and empirically supported – theory is that strong ... -
Use of scientific research by South African winemakers
(SISSA, 2014-02)The study investigated the extent to which transmission and cognition, the first two stages in the research use process, are accomplished for winemakers. “Transmission-cognition” was operationalized as the frequency of ... -
Valorisation : the case of the Faculty of Applied Sciences at the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe
(HESA, 2018)Valorisation is a process that adds value to academic knowledge. It comprises all activities pertaining to the dissemination and exploitation of such knowledge for social and economic benefit. A 4D valorisation map was ... -
Women’s representation in national science academies : an unsettling narrative
(Academy of Science of South Africa, 2017-12)Science academies are well placed to contribute towards strengthening of national systems of innovation through advocating for an increased participation of girls and women in science. To successfully do so, academies would ...
