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Groundbreaking nanotech unit opened at Rhodes University in Africa first

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The Tebello Nyokong Institute for Nanotechnology Innovation houses the continent's best and brightest as they work to create nanomaterials to clean water, help detect disease and treat cancer.
The article from MSN discusses the opening of a pioneering nanotechnology unit at Rhodes University in South Africa, marking it as the first of its kind in Africa. This new facility, named the Nanotechnology Innovation Centre (NIC), aims to foster research, innovation, and education in nanotechnology. The center is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for nanoscale research, focusing on applications in health, energy, water purification, and environmental management. The initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance South Africa's capabilities in science and technology, promoting economic development through cutting-edge research. The NIC is expected to collaborate with both local and international institutions, providing training and development opportunities for students and researchers, thereby positioning Rhodes University as a key player in nanotechnology on the continent.

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