Unisa Chemistry PhD Student to Meet Nobel Laureates at Prestigious Meeting in Germany

Unisa Chemistry PhD Student to Meet Nobel Laureates at Prestigious Meeting in Germany

  • Unisa chemistry PhD graduate Dr Bambesiwe May is one of eight young South African scientists chosen to meet Nobel Laureates in Germany
  • This prestigious meeting allows young scientists to learn from the best and engage in-depth with Nobel Laureates on research
  • Dr May's research on water-cleaning materials earned her awards and opportunities to publish her work
Dr Bambesiwe May is one of eight young South African scientists chosen to attend a prestigious meeting with Nobel laureates in Germany
Dr Bambesiwe May will join a group of eight young South African scientists to participate in the 73rd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting in Germany. Image: @unisa
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Dr Bambesiwe May, a recent chemistry PhD graduate from Unisa, is heading to Germany!

SA chemist joins elite Lindau Nobel Laureate group

May has been chosen as one of eight young South African scientists to attend a special meeting with Nobel Laureates (scientists who won the Nobel Prize).

According to Unisa, the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), as the official partner of the Lindau Foundation and with funding from the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), nominates young scientists from South Africa annually to attend the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings.

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This meeting is a chance for young scientists worldwide to chat with Nobel Laureates and learn from them. Dr May was a researcher at Mintek while finishing her PhD on materials to clean water. She's won awards for her science work and published research papers.

May is also currently a geochemist at Digby Wells, one of the largest environmental consulting firms in Africa focused on the resources sector.

Before going to Germany, Dr May and the other young scientists will meet with past attendees to learn what to expect and how to make the most of the opportunity. They'll also meet with government officials and talk about representing South Africa at this important event.

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