News, Research & Fieldwork

The Royal Society’s ISPF International Collaborations Enhancement Grant has been awarded to boost our #NanoSolarPureWater Project

Great research doesn’t stop at the laboratory door-it flows where it is needed most. We are thrilled to announce an Enhancement Award that will significantly strengthen our ongoing ISPF International Collaborations Award project. This new phase of support focuses on bridging the gap between cutting-edge nanomaterials science and real-world community implementation across the African continent. … Continued

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Nigerian leads research on solar-powered water purificator

A groundbreaking international research initiative led by Dr. Ojodomo Achadu at Teesside University is advancing the development of solar-powered water purification technologies. This pioneering innovation is strategically positioned to revolutionize access to safe drinking water across developing regions globally. Operating in close collaboration with premier research experts from South Africa and the Democratic Republic of … Continued

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Dr. Ojodomo Achadu Leads Breakthrough Solar-Powered Water Purification Project Recognized by BBC

University academics, in partnership with NanoSolar-Pure Water, are developing an innovative solar-powered water purification system that could transform access to clean drinking water for millions of people in the developing world. The project, led by Dr. Ojodomo Achadu of Teesside University, brings together researchers from the United Kingdom, South Africa, and the Democratic Republic of … Continued

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Circular Bioeconomy in Action: University of Kinshasa Advances Plant Waste-Derived Nanomaterials for Water Remediation

The international research framework of the NanoSolar-PureWater Project has reached a vital milestones in green nanotechnology through a pioneering breakthrough at the University of Kinshasa. Collaborative efforts have successfully demonstrated the synthesis of highly active nanomaterials extracted entirely from local plant and agricultural waste. This development transitions water treatment away from carbon-heavy chemical manufacturing toward … Continued

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University of Kinshasa Researchers Pioneer Nanotech Solutions for Textile Wastewater Treatment

Access to clean water remains one of the world’s greatest challenges, particularly in regions affected by industrial pollution and limited water infrastructure. At the University of Kinshasa, researchers are working to change this reality through the NanoSolar PureWater Project-an innovative initiative combining nanotechnology and solar energy to develop affordable, sustainable water purification solutions. Leading this … Continued

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University of Kinshasa Team Pioneers Nanotechnology Solutions for Global Health

The University of Kinshasa team, led by Prof. Christian Nkanga, is making significant strides in nanotechnology research with a strong focus on rapid pathogen detection and sustainable water purification. Passionate about leveraging science to solve real-world problems, the team is dedicated to developing groundbreaking technologies that address global health challenges, particularly in regions facing severe … Continued

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Faster, Smarter, and Safer: Dr. Achadu Unveils ‘Tripledemic’ Nanodiagnostics in Singapore

As part of an ongoing research project led by Muthumuni Fhumulani Managa, investigating the seasonal variation of microbial profiles in drinking water, a field sampling campaign was conducted in the Venda region of the Vhembe District, Limpopo Province. The objective of the winter-season campaign was to collect water samples from multiple sites to assess microbial presence and … Continued

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Securing Venda’s Water: Winter Fieldwork Kicks Off Study on Seasonal Microbial Risks

As part of an ongoing research project led by Muthumuni Fhumulani Managa, investigating the seasonal variation of microbial profiles in drinking water, a field sampling campaign was conducted in the Venda region of the Vhembe District, Limpopo Province. The objective of the winter-season campaign was to collect water samples from multiple sites to assess microbial presence and … Continued

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SETAC 9th World Congress: Muthumuni Managa Presents Photodynamic Porphyrin Conjugates for Water Treatment

Muthumuni Managa presented groundbreaking research on creating a new line of defense against polluted water. The presentation, “Photodynamic Activity of Novel Porphyrin Conjugates Against Bacteria in Water,” introduced an innovative approach — using special light-activated molecules (porphyrin conjugates) to destroy harmful bacteria in water sources. Think of it as a sustainable, chemical-free way to clean … Continued

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