• Sampling and extraction methods for soil inorganic N determination to calibrate the EM38 in irrigated fields 

  Steenekamp, Diandra (University of the Free State, 2019-06)

  Precise management of N variability in crop fields are required to increase yields and ensure sustainable and economic crop production, whilst not having a negative impact on the environment. A popular type of sensor for ...

• Breed effects and non additive genetic variation in indigenous and commercial sheep in an extensive environment 

  Kao, 'Mamolleloa A. (University of the Free State, 2019-06)

  The first part of the study compared a commercial, the Dorper as an arguably adapted commercial breed to the Namaqua Afrikaner as an unselected, indigenous, far-tail breed. The Dorper conclusively outperformed the Namaqua ...

• New methodology for the biomimetic synthesis of Flavan-3,4-diols and derivatives 

  Van Jaarsveldt, Jeanette (University of the Free State, 2019-06)

  Abstract not available

• Tactile memory: a haptic architectural approach is explored as a way of revitalizing the historic lime works in Olifantsfontein through the process of making ceramic works as an exhibitionist element 

  Le Roux, Monique (University of the Free State, 2019-10)

  This dissertation explores the reactions that architectural experience can elicit, specifically by means of sensory stimulation. William J Mitchell associates sensory stimulation with the recollection of memories (2005:8), ...

• Rhenium(I) complexes and cancer: synthesis and characterisation of mono- and bi-metallic complexes 

  Oosthuizen, Ursula (University of the Free State, 2019-04)

  Organometallic compounds such as Re(I) complexes showed to be toxic to a few cancer cell lines, but lack the property of being selective towards cancer cells for the use as novel chemotherapeutic agents. Toxicity tests are ...

• Characterisation of the deep aquifers of South Africa - the Karoo Supergroup and Table Mountain Group 

  Makiwane, Nwabisa (University of the Free State, 2019-06)

  Abstract not available

• Stochastic groundwater flow models in confined and leaky aquifers 

  Amakali, Sarti Rautia (University of the Free State, 2019-06)

  This dissertation proposes an application of stochastic modeling of groundwater flow in confined and leaky aquifers. We are estimating that aquifer parameters such as transmissivity, storativity and leakage factor vary, ...

• Modelling reactive pollutant transport in ground water: the case of two species 

  Hans Tah, Mbah (University of the Free State, 2019-06)

  The locations of a significant number of industrial facilities, landfills and almost all mineral ore bodies are characterised by high in situ stresses and fractures and fissures act as flow paths for fluids underground. ...

• A new method for modeling groundwater flow problems: fractional-stochastic modeling 

  Mahantane, Mohau L. (University of the Free State, 2019-06)

  To date, groundwater flow problems are still increasingly becoming a great environmental concern worldwide. This is among some of the reasons that many researchers from various fields of science have focused much of their ...

• Geographic distribution and habitat selection in the berg adder, Bitis atropos (serpentes, viperidae) on the Mpumalanga escarpment, and the consequences for conservation 

  Jordaan, Adriaan (University of the Free State, 2019-06-01)

  Understanding how species use geographic space is foundational to ecology, biogeography and conservation biology. However, such essential geographic information remains unavailable for many species. This is especially true ...

• The spatial act of curation: how the intersectional spatial relationship between place and artwork unlocks meaning 

  Mathews, Pieter J. (University of the Free State, 2019-01)

  The aim of this dissertation is to investigate how meaning is unlocked through the intersectional relationship between space and artwork. By the use of specific curatorial techniques, an architect’s understanding of ...

• The parageneses of sulphide minerals in transgressive carbonatite of the Palabora Carbonatite Complex, South Africa 

  Du Plessis, Pieter George (University of the Free State, 2019-03)

  The Palabora Complex, also known as the Palabora Carbonatite Complex, is situated in the Limpopo Province, next to the town of Phalaborwa. The complex intruded the Kaapvaal Craton in early Proterozoic times. The centre of ...

• Recovery of platinum group elements from waste material 

  Ngcephe, Ayanda Maria (University of the Free State, 2019-06)

  The aim of this study was to recover the platinum group elements (PGE) from recycled or waste material using hydrometallurgical techniques. The waste material that was investigated for the possible isolation of PGE is a ...

• A comparative analysis of the treatment of biodiversity impacts in mining Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) before and after 2013: experiences from the Mpumalanga province, South Africa 

  Pohlo, Reanetsie T. (University of the Free State, 2019-07)

  Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is one of the environmental management tools employed by the relevant authorities to achieve the principles of sustainable development. Biodiversity Impact Assessment (BIA) studies are ...

• To ascertain the role of agricultural cooperatives to sustainable agricultural development and food security in the Gauteng Province of South Africa: the case of Metsweding Municipality 

  Mcata, Ncumisa Cordelia (University of the Free State, 2018-01)

  This study deals with analysis of the role of agricultural cooperatives to sustainable agricultural development and food security. A simple random sampling technique was used in the selection of agricultural cooperatives. ...

• Investigation of hydrogeochemical processes and groundwater quality in the Chókwè district, Mozambique 

  Saveca, Paulo Sergio Lourenco (University of the Free State, 2016-06)

  Groundwater has been recognised in Sub-Saharan countries as the main source of potable water in rural areas. In semi-arid regions, the climatic and anthropogenic factors both significantly affect groundwater quality. The ...

• A performing arts centre: re-adapting the iconic Luxurama Theatre in Wynberg, Cape Town 

  Moutzouris, Valentino (University of the Free State, 2014-09)

  The deprived Coloured community of Eastern Wynberg, Cape Town, is in dire need of communal and recreational facilities, as well as post-matric education facilities for the youth of the community; who cannot afford to attend ...

• Sport performance centre: exploring urban rituals and patterns together with the edge condition as design tool 

  Vosser, Suzanne (University of the Free State, 2015-09)

  This dissertation sets out to investigate architecture as a host for physical performance, the importance of integrating separated urban environments and the activation patterns of a fl uctuating, inanimate sport complex. ...

• Bird preservation, research & visitors centre 

  Moffat, S. L. (University of the Free State, 2016)

  This design dissertation investigates the proposal of a Bird Preservation, Research and Visitors’ Centre on Malgas Island in Saldanha Bay. The aim of the project is to assist the South African National Parks Board within ...

• Narrating an urban adventure: Montessori pre-school and day-care centre, Kingspark Zoo redevelopment 

  De Kock, Riana (University of the Free State, 2014-09)

  This thesis addresses the rejuvenation of a large part of the inner city. The design is motivated by the circumstances of the current urban landscape which fails to provide adequate play spaces for children. Karsten (2005 ...

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