H. Richards
"Research with a purpose"
Globally water resources are under threat due to the impact of factors such as climate change, pollution and increased population and industrialisation, to name a few. This presents a multitude of complex, interconnected problems that cannot be solved through the efforts of one discipline alone. In order to address these problems as scientists, it is important to be able to identify projects where we can make the most impact and where we can make a difference for those in need of these interventions, whether its industry or the community.
In this presentation, current research projects based on polymer membrane systems, that are geared toward addressing immediate challenges and show promise for future application in industry and communities, will be shared. These projects include technical innovations, as well as international projects with key collaborators. The role and importance of capacity building within these projects will also be touched on and some success stories shared