SAIP2012

Africa/Johannesburg
Chris Theron (University of Pretoria)
Description
The 57th Annual Conference of the SA Institute of Physics
hosted by the University of Pretoria.
Participants
  • Aaron Joel Lontsi Sob
  • Abdelrhman Mohmmed
  • Abdulghaaliq Adams
  • Abdulhakeem Bello
  • Alan Matthews
  • Albert Chawanda
  • Albert Thinavhuyo Ramashia
  • Albertus Seyffert
  • Alet de Witt
  • Aletta Karsten
  • Alexander Paradzah
  • Alexander Svirikhin
  • Alfred Mogotsi Sehone
  • Ali Abdub Guyo Ali
  • Alia Zaidi
  • Alida Odendaal
  • Aline SIMO
  • Alpha Hamadou Ibrahim
  • Alwyn Geyser
  • Amanda Gulbis
  • Amany Kamblawe
  • Andre Botha
  • Andre Smit Smit
  • Andrea von Flotow
  • Andrew Collier
  • Andrew Forbes
  • Andrew Venter
  • André Vantomme
  • Angel Nyirenda
  • Angela Dudley
  • Angela Simon
  • Aniekan Magnus Ukpong
  • Ann Singh
  • Anna Kozakiewicz
  • Anne Ghesquiere
  • Anthony Anukam
  • Attie Hendriks
  • Augusto Machatine
  • Azwinndini Muronga
  • Azwitamisi Eric Mudau
  • Bahati Mukeru
  • Bakang Moses Mothudi
  • Bathusile Masina
  • BATSIRAI MAGUNJE
  • Ben Opperman
  • Ben Rakgalakane
  • Bertrand SONE
  • Bertus Theron
  • Betty Kibirige
  • Bheki Zulu
  • Bhekumusa Mathe
  • Blessed Muchono
  • Bonex Mwakikunga
  • Bongani Thabethe
  • Brendon Mac Leod
  • Brett Delport
  • Brian Masara
  • Burkhard Schillinger
  • Busiso Mtunzi
  • Buyi Sondezi-Mhlungu
  • CABLE MOJI
  • Carlo van Rensburg
  • Carmen Jacobs
  • Case Rijsdijk
  • Cecil Ouma
  • Chamunorwa Oscar Kureba
  • Channon Price
  • Charles McGruder
  • Charles Rigby
  • Chemist Mabena
  • Chonco Nelisiwwe Princess Nelly
  • chris franklyn
  • Chris Rohwer
  • Chris Theron
  • Christelle Christelle
  • Christian Engelbrecht
  • Christo Raaths
  • Christo Venter
  • Christopher Coleman
  • Claire Antel
  • Claire Lee
  • Claire Van den Berg
  • Claudia Zander
  • CLIFFTON MASEDI
  • Cobus Jacobs
  • Cornelia van der Walt
  • Cosmas Mafusire
  • Craig Comrie
  • Daniel Joubert
  • Daniel Mojalefa Moeketsi
  • Daniel Wamwangi
  • Darryl Naidoo
  • David Bitton
  • David Dodoo-Arhin
  • David Gilbank
  • David Roux
  • David van der Westhuizen
  • Davison Munyaradzi Murape
  • Deena Naidoo
  • Deon Marais
  • Deon Steyn
  • Dereje Mekonnen Woldemariam
  • Derek Fish
  • Diane Grayson
  • Dillon Rossouw
  • DINESH NEGI
  • Dirk-Mathys Spangenberg
  • Dolly Langa
  • Donald Mkhonto
  • Doomnull Attah Unwuchola
  • Douglas Clerk
  • Driaan Bisschoff
  • Edmund Zingu
  • Edson Meyer
  • Edwin Mapasha
  • Edzani Ratsibi
  • Electdom Siziba
  • Elfrieda Meyburgh
  • Ella Linganiso
  • Elsabe Brits
  • Emily Aradi
  • Enoch Rotich
  • Enoch Sithole
  • Enrico Lombardi
  • Erasmus Koena Rammutla
  • Eric Chinaka
  • eric njoroge
  • Erich Friedland
  • Erich Rohwer
  • Ernest van Dyk
  • Eva Khoza
  • Evans Benecha
  • Fabio Frescura
  • Farooq Kyeyune
  • Fhumulani Nemulodi
  • filippo giraldi
  • Filippus Roux
  • FILIPU YELTON NDLOVU
  • Francesco Petruccione
  • Francis Dejene
  • Francois Nsengiyumva
  • FRANKLIN OCHONOGOR
  • Frederick Gbaorun
  • Frederik Scholtz
  • Frederik Vorster
  • Frikkie De Beer
  • Gabriel Nothnagel
  • Gaotsiwe Joel Rampho
  • Garreth Kemp
  • Gebhu Ndlovu
  • Genevéve Deyzel
  • Geoffrey Webb
  • George Chimowa
  • George Tsatsi
  • Gerrit Bauer
  • Getinet Yenealem Ashebir
  • Gezekile Nyalunga
  • Gilbert Mashapa
  • Gilbert Osayemwenre
  • Gilbert Samukonga
  • GLORY NWAGBARA
  • GODFREY MOSHE MOSOTHO
  • Gopolang Mohlabeng
  • Graham Daniels
  • Guillermo Hamity
  • GUY LEBA KABONGO
  • Gwendolyn Barnes
  • Hafiz Abdallah
  • Hamed Kourouma
  • Hans-Werner Liebsch
  • Happy Vilakazi
  • Hartmut Winkler
  • Hasani Chauke
  • Hassan Seed Ahmed
  • Heather McCreadie
  • Helga Danga
  • Hencharl Strauss
  • Hendrik Swart
  • Hermann Azemtsa Donfack
  • Hermann Uys
  • Humphrey Nkosi
  • HUZIFA MOHAMMED AHAMED MOHAMMED ELNOUR
  • Igor Litvin
  • Ilani Loubser
  • Ilsa Basson
  • Ilya Sinayskiy
  • Iniyan Natarajan
  • Ipeleng Mathebula
  • Irene Mabuda
  • Irvy (Igle) Gledhill
  • Isaac Motochi
  • Ishmael Mmusi Gopane
  • itani given madiba
  • Ivan Mfouo Tynga
  • IYABO USMAN
  • Izak Snyman
  • Jaco Blanckenberg
  • Jaco Mentz
  • Jaco van Zyl
  • Jacoba Smit
  • Jacqueline Nel
  • Jacques Bezuidenhout
  • Jacques Maritz
  • Jacqui Crozier
  • Jakobus Hoffman
  • Jan Greben
  • Jan-Louis Raath
  • Japie Engelbrecht
  • JAPPIE DOLO
  • Jasper Snyman Snyman
  • Jayson Easton
  • Jean Cleymans
  • Jean de Villiers
  • Jeaneth Thokozile Kabini
  • JJ (Koos) Terblans
  • Johan Burger
  • Johan Janse van Rensburg
  • Johan Malherbe
  • Johan van der Merwe
  • John Bosco Habarulema
  • John Carter
  • John Dean
  • John Garrett de Villiers
  • John Motsoeneng
  • Jonah Kuria
  • Jonathan Hartman
  • Jonathan Keartland
  • Joram Ndayishimye
  • Joseph Asante
  • Joshua Botha
  • Joshua Khoele
  • Kalengay Mbela
  • Kamohelo George Tshabalala
  • KATLEGO MOLOTO
  • Katlego Phoshoko
  • kemeridge Tumelo Malatji
  • Kessie Govender
  • Ketevi Adikle Assamagan
  • Kevin Garapo
  • Kewele Emily Foka
  • KGOTLAESELE JOHNSON SENOSI
  • Kharouna Talla
  • Kingsley Obodo
  • Kinnock Vundawaka Munthali
  • Kittessa Roro
  • Kobus Lawrie
  • Konstantin Zloschastiev
  • Kristian Müller-Nedebock
  • Kurt van der Heyden
  • Kutullo Maibane
  • KWETANA MUSA LONWABO
  • Laetitia Cilliers
  • Lehlohonolo Koao
  • Leon Wessels
  • Lerato Shikwambana
  • Lerothodi Leeuw
  • LESOLLE SEBITLA
  • Liesl Burger
  • Lifa Mbuli
  • Linda Prinsloo
  • Lindsay Donaldson
  • Linette White
  • Lordwell Jhamba
  • Lorinda Wu
  • Louis Vorster
  • Lourens Botha
  • Louwrens van Schalkwyk
  • Loyiso Maweza
  • Lucian Bezuidenhout
  • Ludwig Combrinck
  • Lufuno Vhengani
  • Lunga Bam
  • Lutendo Netshivhera
  • Luyanda Lunga Noto
  • Lynette van der Westhuizen
  • M J Daniel Esser
  • Mabuti Jacob Radebe Radebe
  • Mahassin. A. A Nemair
  • Mahlaga Molepo
  • Maibi Malape
  • Maje Phasha
  • Makhamisa Senekane
  • Malcolm Govender
  • Malebo Tibane
  • Malehlohonolo Semonyo
  • Mamogo Masenya
  • Manaka Mmakgabo
  • Manaka Mmakgabo Colen
  • Mandla Msimanga
  • Mantile Lekala
  • Mapankana Shumane
  • maqabuka Bongani
  • Marco Mariola
  • Marinus Krommenhoek
  • Mario Benecke
  • Marjorie Mujaji
  • Mark Herbert
  • Mark Moldwin
  • Mart-Mari Duvenhage
  • Martin Cook
  • Masilu Godfrey Mulaudzi
  • Massimo Predieri
  • Mathews Makhubela
  • Mathoto Thaoge-Lefyedi
  • Matshisa Legodi
  • Matthew Johnson
  • Matthias Schmidt
  • Max Chirwa
  • MAXWELL JINGO
  • Mbuso Mlambo
  • Mduduzi Mbongo
  • Mduduzi Ntuli
  • Mehluli Ncube
  • Melanie McLaren
  • MELODY MWEWA
  • Mesfin Kebede
  • Mhlambululi Mafu
  • MICHAEL AFFUL
  • Michael Gaylard
  • Michael Morrissey
  • Michael Mwalaba
  • Michael Simon
  • Michiel De Kock
  • Milton van Rooy
  • Miyombo Miyombo
  • Mmantsae Diale
  • Modiehi Amelia Tshabalala
  • MOHAMMED S. H. SULEIMAN
  • Mokhotjwa Simon Dhlamini
  • Monica Breed
  • Mosebetsi Leotlela
  • Moshawe Madito
  • MOSHIBUDI SHAI
  • Moyahabo Hellen Chuma
  • Mpati Ramatsoku
  • mulalo rollet mudau
  • Mulatedzi Gandamipfa
  • mulaudzi immanuel
  • Muneer Sakildien
  • MUPEMBE TSHISEKEDI
  • Mxolisi Mukhawana
  • Nangamso Nathaniel Nyangiwe
  • Nazley Towfie
  • Ncholu Manyala
  • NDANDULENI LESLEY LETHOLE
  • Ndlovu Nothando
  • NDUMA NTIMANE
  • Nia Imara
  • Nicholas Ade
  • Nicholas Ssessanga
  • Nicola Orford
  • Nithaya Chetty
  • Nkambule Sifiso
  • Nkanyiso Mbatha
  • Nkululeko Nokwara
  • Nnditshedzeni Eric Maluta
  • Noel Mkhululi Jacobs
  • Nokwethemba Fortunate Thabezhe
  • Nompumelelo Basi
  • Nosipho Moloto
  • Nozuko Ndamase
  • Ntombizikhona Beaulah Ndlovu
  • Nwabunwanne Nwokolo
  • OBED SHIRINDA
  • ochuko overen
  • Odutayo Raji Rufai
  • Olakunle Ogunjobi
  • Olatunbosun Nubi Nubi
  • oliver collett
  • OLUFEMI OPEYEMI OLAOYE
  • opeyemi odutemowo
  • ouassini nemraoui
  • Patience Mthunzi
  • Patricia Govender
  • Patricia Whitelock
  • Patrick Masina
  • Patrick Mukumba
  • Patrick Regan
  • Patrick Sibanda
  • Paul Molefe
  • Paul Papka
  • Paul Vaandrager
  • Peace Prince Mkhonto
  • Pesi Hangoma
  • Pete Jones
  • Phathutshedzo Murovhi
  • phil ferrer
  • Phillip Prinsloo
  • Phineas Ntsoele
  • phumudzo rabambi
  • Phuti Ngoepe
  • Phuti Ngoepe
  • Pierre Mubiayi Kalenga
  • Pieter Du Toit
  • Pieter Neethling
  • Pius Rodney Fernando
  • Polycarp Mabizela
  • Pontsho Sylvia Mbule
  • PRIME NIYONGABO
  • Primrose Nosicelo Njingana
  • Prince Mkwae
  • Prince Olusegun Ogunbade
  • prosper NGABONZIZA
  • PUSELETSO MOKOENA
  • Quintin Odendaal
  • Ralph Wijers
  • Ramathabathe Madigoe
  • Ramon Lopez
  • Rapela Regina Maphanga
  • Raphael Okoye
  • RASIDI SULE
  • Raymond Sparrow
  • Razia Adam
  • Reggie Madjoe
  • Reginald Abdul
  • Remeredzai Joseph Kuhudzai
  • Rendani Rejoyce Nndanganeni
  • Rene Kotze
  • Renee C. Kraan-Korteweg Kraan-Korteweg
  • Retief Neveling
  • Riaan Stuart Coetzee
  • Richard Andrew
  • Richard Brayshaw
  • Richard Harris
  • Richard Holton
  • Robert Bark
  • Robert Czanik
  • Robert de Mello Koch
  • Robert Nshimirimana
  • Rocco Coppejans
  • Rocco Duvenhage
  • Roelf Botha
  • Roger Deane
  • Rona du Toit
  • Ronnie Kritzinger
  • Rosinah Mahlangu
  • Ross McIntosh
  • Ross Schultz
  • Rotondwa Mudau
  • Rudolph Erasmus
  • Rudolph Nchodu
  • Ruhann Steyn
  • Ryno Botha
  • Sabata Moloi
  • Sahal Yacoob
  • Sam Ramaila
  • Sampson Mamphweli
  • Samuel Iyen Jeffrey Oronsaye
  • Samy Shaat
  • Sandeep Goyal
  • Sandile Ngcobo
  • Sandra Ayuk
  • Sashin Moonsamy
  • Setumo Victor Motloung
  • Sharmini Pillay
  • Shaun Cronje
  • Shazrene Mohamed
  • Shimul Kumar Maharaj
  • Shukree Wassin
  • Sibongiseni Gaqa
  • SIBONGISENI THABETHE
  • Sidiki ZONGO
  • Sifiso Fakude
  • Sifiso Senzo Ntshangase
  • Simon Connell
  • Simon Mullins
  • Simphiwe Hlatshwayo
  • Siphephile Ncube
  • Sipho Dlamini
  • Sive Noncolela
  • sivuyile Manxoyi
  • Siyabonga Majola
  • Sophie Mulaudzi
  • Spencer Wheaton
  • Stanley Walton
  • Stephanie Smith
  • Stephen Dobson
  • Stephen Loh Tangwe
  • Stephen potter
  • Steven Karataglidis
  • Steven Nkosi
  • Stoyan Stoychev
  • Sudhanshu Barway
  • Sujit Kumar Choudhary
  • Sulaiman Jacobs
  • Susan Jacobs
  • Suzan Phumudzo Bvumbi
  • Suzanne Theron
  • Sylvester Hatwaambo
  • SYLVESTER MAMMAH
  • Tabani Mtombeni
  • Takalani Marubini
  • Taziwa Raymond
  • Ted Kroon
  • Thabiso Vincent Mthimunye
  • Thabsile Thabethe
  • Thandeka Mhlanga
  • Thandikhaya Lungisa Lotha
  • Thembela Hillie
  • Thembinkosi Nyawo
  • Theo Muller
  • Theodore Williams
  • THOKOZANE MOSES Sithole
  • Thomas Jarrett
  • Thomas Konrad
  • Thomas Kubai
  • Thomas Moyo
  • Thulani Jili
  • Thuto Mosuang
  • Tiisetso Mphuthi
  • Timothy Gibbon
  • Timothy Mohlolo
  • Tjatji Tjebane
  • Tony Nsio Nzundu
  • Trevor Chauke
  • Trisha Salagaram
  • Tsepo Tsekoa
  • Tshegofatso Moipolai
  • Tshepo Ntsoane
  • Tshepo Shibambu
  • Tshilidzi Thovhogi
  • Tshimangadzo Rambau
  • Vanessa McBride
  • Viljoen Danièl
  • Vincent Marsicano
  • Vishal Ramnath
  • Vitalii Semin
  • Vladimir Luzin
  • Volkmar Nolting
  • Vonani Baloyi
  • Vumile Tyalimpi
  • Vusi Malaza
  • vusumuzi masondo
  • wael tabaza
  • Wako Ali Halake
  • Walter Meyer
  • Warren Alistoun
  • Wayne Koen
  • Werner Richter
  • Wilbert Mtangi
  • Wilfred mbiombi
  • Wilfrid Ndebeka
  • William Alexander Horowitz
  • William Tafon Sivla
  • William Wright
  • Winston Tumps Ireeta
  • Wynand Dednam
  • Xolile Mdlalo
  • Yannick Mvondo-She
  • Yaseera Ismail
  • Zakhelumuzi Khumalo
  • Zama Thobeka Katamzi
  • Zeblon Vilakazi
  • Zinhle Buthelezi
  • Zipho Ngcobo
  • Zipozihle Makwane
  • Zivayi Chiguvare
  • Zodwa Mbambo
  • Zolile Mguda
  • Zolile Mtumela
  • Zwelithini Mahlubi
    • 07:30 08:45
      Registration & Tea 1h 15m IT Building

      IT Building

    • 08:45 09:00
      EJS Winterschool - Welcome & Opening 15m
    • 08:45 09:00
      NECSA Winterschool - Opening & Welcome 15m
    • 09:00 10:30
      EJS Winterschool
      • 09:00
        Introduction to EJS 45m IT 2-23

        IT 2-23

        Speaker: Mr Johan Janse van Rensburg (University of Pretoria)
      • 09:45
        Using EJS in an advanced 3rd-year level physics course 45m IT 2-23

        IT 2-23

        Speaker: Dr Spencer Wheaton (Department of Physics)
    • 09:00 10:30
      NECSA Winterschool

      The Physics of Probing - With emphasis on neutrons

      • 09:00
        Fundamentals of the interaction of quanta with matter 45m
        Speaker: Dr Gabriel Nothnagel (Necsa R&D)
      • 09:45
        Probing Techniques and Diagnostics 45m
        Speaker: Dr Andrew Venter (Necsa Limited)
    • 10:30 11:00
      Tea Break 30m
    • 11:00 13:00
      EJS Winterschool
      • 11:00
        Interactive building of EJS simulations 1h 20m
        Speaker: Mr Johan Janse van Rensburg (University of Pretoria)
      • 12:20
        EJS Project Presentation by students 25m
        Speaker: Dr Trisha Salagaram (University of Pretoria)
      • 12:45
        Available EJS Resources 15m IT 2-23

        IT 2-23

    • 11:00 13:00
      NECSA Winterschool

      The Physics of Probing - With emphasis on neutrons

      • 11:45
        Questions & Discussions of the morning session 45m
        Speaker: Mr Frikkie De Beer (Necsa)
    • 13:00 14:00
      Lunch 1h
    • 14:00 15:30
      EJS Winterschool
      • 14:00
        Optional: Hands on session in computer lab 1h 30m
        Speakers: Dr Jacoba Smit (CSIR) , Mr Johan Janse van Rensburg (University of Pretoria) , Dr Trisha Salagaram (University of Pretoria)
    • 14:00 15:30
      NECSA Winterschool

      The Physics of Probing - With emphasis on neutrons

      • 14:00
        Selected neutron diffraction applications 45m
        Speaker: Dr Vladimir Luzin (Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation)
      • 14:45
        Selected neutron imaging applications 45m
        Speaker: Dr Burkhard Schillinger (Technische Universitaet Muenchen, Forschungsneutronenquelle Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM II))
    • 15:30 16:00
      Tea Break 30m
    • 16:00 17:30
      EJS Winterschool
    • 16:00 17:30
      NECSA Winterschool

      The Physics of Probing - With emphasis on neutrons

      • 16:00
        Some fast neutron techniques and applications 45m
        Speaker: Mr Graham Daniels (Necsa)
      • 16:45
        Epilogue 45m
        Speaker: Dr Frederik Vorster (NMMU)
    • 18:30 21:00
      Welcome
    • 07:30 09:15
      Conference Registration & Tea 1h 45m
    • 09:15 09:30
      Welcome Thuto

      Thuto

      Convener: Prof. Chris Theron (University of Pretoria)
    • 09:30 10:30
      Plenary
      Convener: Prof. Patricia Whitelock (SAAO and UCT)
      • 09:30
        Plenary - Gamma-ray bursts and other transients: Ephemeral tests of extreme physics 1h
        Speaker: Prof. Ralph Wijers (Astronomical Institute 'Anton Pannekoek', University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands)
    • 10:30 11:00
      Tea break 30m
    • 11:00 12:20
      Applied Physics Forum: Radiation Physics
      Convener: Mr Frikkie De Beer (Necsa)
      • 11:00
        Effects of impurities and defects on the performances of synthetic diamond crystals when used as radiation sensors for medical applications 20m
        Speaker: Mr Nicholas Ade (School of Physics, Radiation and Health Physics Unit, DST/NRF Centre of Excellence in Strong Materials, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits 2050, Johannesburg, and the National Research Foundation of South Africa.)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        Assessment of spatial resolution and contrast in 3-dimensions at SANRAD 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mabuti Jacob Radebe Radebe (Necsa)
      • 11:40
        Image optimization techniques in a PET diamond location system 20m
        Speaker: Mr Martin Cook (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 12:00
        Towards Quantification of Cu and Ni Using X-Ray Radiography 20m
        Speaker: Mr Lunga Bam (Necsa)
    • 11:00 12:20
      Astrophysics: Stellar Astrophysics
      Convener: Dr Amanda Gulbis (SALT)
      • 11:00
        Pulsation modes in B stars recently discovered in the Galaxy and the LMC 20m
        Speaker: Dr Christian Engelbrecht (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        A search for pulsating B-type variable stars in the southern open clusters NGC 6204 and Hogg 22 20m
        Speaker: Mr Jaco Mentz (North West University)
      • 11:40
        Angular Momentum of Giant Molecular Clouds 20m
        Speaker: Dr Nia Imara (Astronomy Department, University of California, Berkeley, USA)
      • 12:00
        To Pulse or not to Pulse? That is the question. 20m
        Speakers: Dr Chris Engelbrecht (University of Johannesburg) , Mr Christopher Middleton (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
    • 11:00 12:20
      DCMPM1: MSc Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Mr Albert Chawanda (University of Pretoria)
      • 11:00
        Improving the microhardness and wear resistance of Titanium and Titanium carbide based metal matrix composite 20m
        Speaker: Mr FRANKLIN OCHONOGOR (Dr Patricia A.I. Popoola)
      • 11:20
        Effects of the substrate temperature on the properties of vanadium dioxide nano-coatings deposited on glass substrate by inverted cylindrical magnetron sputtering 20m
        Speaker: Mr itani given madiba (university of western)
      • 11:40
        Angle Resolved PhotoEmission Spectroscopy (ARPES) Study of Sr4Ru3O10 20m
        Speaker: Mr Prosper NGABONZIZA (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 12:00
        Luminescent dynamics of GdTaO<sub>4</sub>:Pr<sup>3+</sup> 20m
        Speaker: Mr Luyanda Lunga Noto (University of Free State (Student))
        Paper
    • 11:00 12:20
      DCMPM2: PhD Prize Awards

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Prof. Nithaya Chetty (University of Pretoria)
      • 11:00
        Van der Waals density functional studies of hydrogen adatoms on bilayer graphene 20m
        Speaker: Mr Edwin Mapasha (University of Pretoria)
      • 11:20
        Brillouin scattering study of ion-implanted chemical vapour deposited diamond 20m
        Speakers: Dr B. A Mathe (University of the Witwatersrand) , Mr Isaac Motochi (PhD student, University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 11:40
        SnO<sub>2</sub> NCs morphology control during microwave synthesis 20m
        Speaker: Mr Ben Rakgalakane (Academic)
      • 12:00
        Synthesis and characterization of ZnO flower-like nanostructures using the chemical bath deposition method 20m
        Speaker: Mr Lehlohonolo Koao (UFS (Qwa Qwa Campus))
        Paper
    • 11:00 12:20
      Education

      Physics Education Division

      Convener: Dr Deena Naidoo (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 11:00
        An informal teaching of light and lasers through the CSIR-NLC PULSE programme 20m
        Speaker: Mr Lerato Shikwambana (CSIR-NLC)
        Slides
      • 11:20
        Curriculum reform – Does it provide the divide between developed and developing countries? 20m
        Speaker: Dr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 11:40
        The African School of Fundamental Physics and its Applications 20m
        Speaker: Dr Ketevi Adikle Assamagan (University of Johannesburg/Brookhaven National Laboratory)
        Paper
        Slides
      • 12:00
        Making problem solving in physics explicit 20m
        Speaker: Dr Mark Herbert (University of the Western Cape)
    • 11:00 12:20
      NPRP: High Energy Physics 1

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Dr William Horowitz (University of Cape Town)
      • 11:00
        Data analysis of W-boson in p-p and Pb-Pb collisions at LHC energies 20m
        Speaker: Mr Pieter Du Toit (University of Pretoria / iThemba LABS for the ALICE Collaboration)
      • 11:20
        Analysis of Monte-Carlo generated Data for W production in the semi-muonic channel using the ALICE Detector 20m
        Speaker: Mr KGOTLAESELE JOHNSON SENOSI (University of Cape Town/iThemba LABS for the ALICE collaboration)
      • 11:40
        W Mass Measurement at D0 20m
        Speaker: Dr Sahal Yacoob (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 12:00
        Production of muons in the ALICE experiment at the LHC 20m
        Speaker: Dr Zinhle Buthelezi (iThemba LABS)
    • 11:00 12:20
      Photonics: Biophotonics

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Pieter Neethling (Stellenbosch University)
      • 11:00
        Ability of ZnPcS<sub>mix</sub>-phthalocyanine in inducing cellular death in human breast cancer cells (MCF-7) using laser irradiation 20m
        Speaker: Mr Ivan Mfouo Tynga (Student)
        Paper
        Slides
      • 11:20
        Response of low intensity laser irradiation on collagen production in diabetic wounded fibroblast cells in vitro 20m
        Speaker: Ms Sandra Ayuk (Laser Research Center)
        Paper
        Slides
      • 11:40
        Global DNA methylation status of colorectal cancer cells exposed to photodynamic therapy 20m
        Speaker: Mr Louis Vorster (Laser Research Center)
        Paper
        Slides
      • 12:00
        Neuroblastoma cells efficiently photo-transfected using 1064nm femtosecond laser pulses 20m
        Speaker: Dr Patience Mthunzi (CSIR - NLC)
    • 11:00 12:20
      Space Science: Ionosphere (1)
      Convener: Dr Andrew Collier (Hermanus Magnetic Observatory)
      • 11:00
        Neural Network Based M(3000)F2 Global Model: An Option for the M(3000)F2 module within the IRI Global Model 20m
        Speaker: Mr Samuel Iyen Jeffrey Oronsaye (Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa & South African National Space Agency (SANSA), South Africa.)
      • 11:20
        Development of an ionospheric map for Africa 20m
        Speaker: Mr Nicholas Ssessanga (South African National Space Agency)
      • 11:40
        TEC response over the African sector during selected storm conditions 20m
        Speaker: Dr John Bosco Habarulema (South African National Space Agency)
      • 12:00
        TIDs propagation properties over the South Africa region 20m
        Speaker: Mr Vumile Tyalimpi (South African National Space Agency)
    • 11:00 12:20
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Prof. Frederik Scholtz (National Institute for Theoretical Physics)
      • 11:00
        On the analytic properties of the Jost function 20m
        Speaker: Mr Yannick Mvondo-She (University of Pretoria)
      • 11:20
        Parametrization of scattering data using genetic algorithm 20m
        Speaker: Mr Prince Olusegun Ogunbade (University of Pretoria)
      • 11:40
        A study of resonant- and bound-state dependence on the variables of a step-potential for a quantum mechanical system by making use of the Jost Functions 20m
        Speaker: Mr Paul Vaandrager (University of Pretoria)
        Paper
        Slides
    • 12:20 12:30
      Walk 10m
    • 12:30 13:30
      Plenary
      Convener: Dr Andrew Collier (Hermanus Magnetic Observatory)
      • 12:30
        Plenary - An Introduction to Space Weather: How it Impacts South African Technology and Society 1h
        Speaker: Prof. Mark Moldwin (University of Michigan)
    • 13:30 14:30
      Lunch 1h
    • 14:30 15:50
      Applied Physics Forum: Radiation Physics
      Convener: Dr Gabriel Nothnagel (Necsa R&amp;D)
      • 14:30
        Characteristics of the Micro-Focus X-ray Tomography Facility (MIXRAD) at Necsa in South Africa 20m
        Speaker: Mr Jakobus Hoffman (Necsa)
      • 14:50
        Precision of Porosity Calculation and Material Identification Using Neutron Radiography 20m
        Speaker: Mr Robert Nshimirimana (NECSA)
      • 15:10
        Non-Specialist Talk - Measurement of Residual Stress with Diffraction Techniques 40m
        Speaker: Dr Andrew Venter (Necsa Limited)
    • 14:30 15:50
      Astrophysics: Stellar Astrophysics
      Convener: Dr Vanessa McBride (University of Cape Town &amp; SAAO)
      • 14:30
        Observations of Stellar Occultations by Trans-Neptunian Objects 20m
        Speaker: Dr Amanda Gulbis (SALT)
      • 15:30
        Listen to Our Universe and beyond 20m
        Speaker: Mr Jacques Jacques (Masters Student)
        Slides
    • 14:30 15:50
      DCMPM1: MSc Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Andre Botha (Unisa)
      • 14:30
        First principle stability study of FePO<sub>4</sub> and LiFePO<sub>4</sub> polymorphs 20m
        Speaker: Mr NDANDULENI LESLEY LETHOLE (SAIP)
      • 14:50
        Conversion of FeCl<sub>3</sub> into FeSi fibrous structures at high temperature for gas sensing applications 20m
        Speaker: Mr SIBONGISENI THABETHE (CSIR,National Centre for Nano -Structured Materials)
      • 15:10
        A Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Platinum Nanoparticle Formation During Vapour Deposition 20m
        Speaker: Mr Leon Wessels (UFS)
        Paper
      • 15:30
        RBS-Channelling Investigation of Radiation Damage and Diffusion of Krypton implanted into 6H-SiC 20m
        Speaker: Mr Chemist Mabena (University of Pretoria)
    • 14:30 15:50
      DCMPM2: PhD Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Prof. Craig Comrie (iThemba LABS)
      • 14:30
        Nanostructured tungsten trioxide thin films by aqueous chemical growth for applications in gas sensing and electrochromism 20m
        Speaker: Mr Bertrand SONE (iThemba LABS-UWC)
      • 14:50
        Tuning the electrical transport properties of carbon nanotubes (MWNTs and DWNTs) through semiconductor, semi-metal and metal filling 20m
        Speaker: Mr George Chimowa (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 15:10
        First principles LDA + U and GGA + U study of protactinium and protactinium oxides: Dependence on the effective U parameter 20m
        Speaker: Mr Kingsley Obodo (University of Pretoria, South Africa)
      • 15:30
        Comparative Study of Nanostructures VO2 nanoplates: Annealing effect and Structural Properties 20m
        Speaker: Ms Aline SIMO (PHD Student)
        Paper
    • 14:30 15:50
      Education

      Physics Education Division

      Convener: Mr Douglas Clerk (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 14:30
        Using Clickers as a tool in classroom instruction to facilitate student learning 20m
        Speaker: Dr Mark Herbert (University of the Western Cape)
        Paper
      • 14:50
        Physics III Laboratory Module at the University of the Witwatersrand 20m
        Speaker: Dr Jonathan Keartland (University of the Witwatersrand)
        Paper
      • 15:10
        Practicals make percentage: A student’s perspective 20m
        Speaker: Dr Jacques Bezuidenhout (Stellenboch University)
      • 15:30
        Adjusting the height of the hurdle 20m
        Speaker: Mr Johan van der Merwe (Military Academy)
    • 14:30 15:50
      NPRP: High Energy Physics 2

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      • 15:10
        Search for Higgs to 4 leptons through new gauge bosons 20m
        Speaker: Mr Phineas Ntsoele (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 15:30
        Measurement of the Missing Transverse Momentum based on tracks in proton-proton collisions at sqrt(s) = 7 TeV centre-of-mass energy with the ATLAS detector 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Claire Lee (University of Johannesburg)
    • 14:30 15:50
      Photonics: Spectroscopy

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Erich Rohwer (Stellenbosch University)
      • 14:30
        Aerosol measurements over CSIR-Paardefontein (South Africa) test range using LIDAR 20m
        Speaker: Mr Azwitamisi Eric Mudau (Defence, Peace, Safety and Security, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research)
        Paper
      • 14:50
        An improved Nd:YAG laser pumped setup for vacuum ultra violet spectroscopy of carbon monoxide molecules 20m
        Speaker: Mr Charles Rigby (Stellenbosch University, Laser Research Institute)
      • 15:10
        Investigation of the time-dependent electric field induced second harmonic signal from the Si/SiO<sub>2</sub> interface 20m
        Speaker: Mr Wilfrid Ndebeka (Laser Research Institute, Physics Department, University of Stellenbosch)
      • 15:30
        Complex refractive index determination using Terahertz time domain spectroscopy 20m
        Speaker: Dr Pieter Neethling (Laser Research Institute, University of Stellenbosch)
    • 14:30 15:50
      Space Science: Neutral Atmosphere & Satellites
      Convener: Mr Brett Delport (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
      • 14:30
        Appropriate airmass and solar irradiation attentuation parameterisations for southern Africa 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Hartmut Winkler (Dept. Physics, University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 14:50
        LIDAR Observations of middle atmospheric gravity waves over Durban (29.9° S, 31.0° E), South Africa: Case study 20m
        Speaker: Dr Nkanyiso Mbatha (SANSA Space Science and UKZN)
      • 15:10
        Effects of Slant Angle and Illumination Angle on MTF Estimations 20m
        Speaker: Mr Lufuno Vhengani (CSIR)
        Paper
      • 15:30
        Orbit Decay Predictions of Low Earth Orbit Satellites and the DeorbitSail 20m
        Speaker: Mr Michael Afful (Stellenbosch University)
    • 14:30 15:50
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Prof. Azwinndini Muronga (University of Johannesburg)
      • 14:30
        Analysis of four-body breakup reactions using Faddeev-Yakubovsky formalism 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Mantile Lekala (UNISA)
      • 14:50
        Two-body electrodisintegration of <sup>4</sup>He with antisymmetrized molecular dynamics 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Gaotsiwe Joel Rampho (University of South Africa)
        Paper
      • 15:10
        A resolution of the cosmological constant problem 20m
        Speaker: Dr Jan Greben (CSIR)
      • 15:30
        Applications of Space Geodesy in tests of general relativity 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Ludwig Combrinck (HartRAO)
    • 15:50 16:20
      Tea break 30m
    • 16:20 16:30
      Walk 10m
    • 16:30 17:30
      Plenary
      Convener: Dr Izak Snyman (NITheP)
      • 16:30
        Plenary - Spin caloritronics – more than spin-dependent thermoelectrics 1h
        Speaker: Prof. Gerrit Bauer (Institute of Materials Research, Tohoku University, Japan and Kavli Institute of NanoScience, TU Delft, The Netherlands)
    • 17:30 19:30
      Poster Session IT Building

      IT Building

      • 17:30
        A Comparative Study of Zn-doped Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> versus Al-doped ZnO Thin Films on Glass for Optimizing Transparent Conducting Properties 2h
        Speaker: Ms Primrose Nosicelo Njingana (University of Fort Hare)
      • 17:30
        A new method for obtaining the mole fraction in Al<sub>x</sub>Ga<sub>1-x</sub>N epilayers 2h
        Speaker: Ms Genevéve Deyzel (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
      • 17:30
        A Study of the Interaction of Charge Carriers and Defects in Diamond 2h
        Speaker: Mr MUPEMBE TSHISEKEDI (N/A)
      • 17:30
        A study of the relationship between the concentrations of naturally occurring radionuclides in various locations in the Western Cape 2h
        Speaker: Dr Jacques Bezuidenhout (Stellenboch University)
      • 17:30
        An Accurate Determination of Pressure Profiles in Microfluidic Crevices and Networks 2h
        Speaker: Mr Vishal Ramnath (Silvan Industries)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        An all-optical system designed for the heating and temperature measurement of the diamond tool 2h
        Speaker: Ms Bathusile Masina (CSIR-National Laser Centre)
      • 17:30
        An experimental and modeling study of the thermoluminescence of natural quartz 2h
        Speaker: Mr Aaron Joel Lontsi Sob (Rhodes University)
      • 17:30
        Annealing effects on Pt coating morphology 2h
        Speaker: Ms Nokwethemba Thabezhe (University of Zululand)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Are the Dynamics of Fluid Injection a Mechanism of Improving the Acoustic Characteristics of Performance Exhaust Mufflers? 2h
        Speaker: Mr Ipeleng Mathebula (CSIR)
        Paper
        Poster
      • 17:30
        Baryon - Omega Meson Electroproduction 2h
        Speaker: Mr Doomnull Attah Unwuchola (University of Johannnesburg)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Characterisation of polycrystalline diamond samples from different origins 2h
        Speaker: Ms Tshegofatso Moipolai (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Characterization and XPS information of commercially Y<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>S:Eu<sup>3+</sup> powder phosphor 2h
        Speaker: Dr JAPPIE DOLO (University of the free state)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Characterization of spectral broadening of femtosecond pulses in microstructured fiber 2h
        Speaker: Mr Wilfrid Ndebeka (Laser Research Institute, Physics Department, University of Stellenbosch)
      • 17:30
        Characterization of the electrical properties of the Platinum-Palladium-Hydrogen system 2h
        Speaker: Ms Claire Van den Berg (University of Cape Town (MSc student))
      • 17:30
        Comparison of screened hybrid functionals to GGA functionals for predicting the properties of intrinsic radiation induced defects in Si 2h
        Speaker: Mr Geoffrey Webb (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Computational studies of palladium/platinum sulfide using solid-solution approach 2h
        Speaker: Ms Mamogo Masenya (University of Limpopo)
      • 17:30
        Computational study of O vacancy and Ti doped tin-dioxide(SnO<sub>2</sub>) 2h
        Speaker: Mr NDUMA NTIMANE (UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Computer simulation studies of spinel LiMn<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> and LiNi<sub>x</sub>Mn<sub>2-x</sub>O<sub>4</sub> (0≤ x ≤ 2) 2h
        Speaker: Mr kemeridge Tumelo Malatji (University of Limpopo)
      • 17:30
        Computer Simulation Study of Synthetic Nickel-Rich Pentlandite (Fe<sub>4</sub>Ni<sub>5</sub>S<sub>8</sub>) Surfaces 2h
        Speaker: Mr Peace Prince Mkhonto (University of Limpopo)
      • 17:30
        Confined single- and multiple-jet impingement heat transfer in helium-cooled beam window assemblies at a cyclotron facility 2h
        Speaker: Dr G. F. Steyn (iThemba LABS)
      • 17:30
        Construction of a centralised microprocessor based smart metering system with optimised scheduling of energy usage 2h
        Speaker: Ms MELODY MWEWA (STUDENT)
      • 17:30
        Core flow inversions from the Earth’s magnetic field 2h
        Speaker: Dr Jean de Villiers (South African National Space Agency, Space Science Directorate.)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Defect complexes on SiC surfaces 2h
        Speaker: Ms Eva Khoza (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Defect identification in FeTiO<sub>3</sub> using positron annihilation technique 2h
        Speaker: Mr Thulani Jili (University of Zululand)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Deposition, Structural, Optical and Electrical Characterization of Silicon Carbide Thin Films for Solar Cell Applications 2h
        Speaker: Mr Joshua Khoele (University of Western Cape)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Diblock copolymers as templates for semiconductor nanostructure fabrication 2h
        Speaker: Mr Stephen Dobson (Department of Physics, P.O Box 77000, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Port Elizabeth 6031, South Africa)
      • 17:30
        Digital Arduino Driven Spectrometer using Scientific MATLAB Orientated Interface and Protocol 2h
        Speaker: Mr Jacques Jacques (Masters Student)
      • 17:30
        Effect of concentration on the optical and solid state properties of ZnO thin films deposited by Aqueous Chemical Growth (ACG) method 2h
        Speaker: Mr Sylvester Mammah (Department of Science Laboratory Technology, School of Applied Sciences , Rivers State Polytechnic Bori, Rivers State , Nigeria)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Effects of synthesised temperature and solvents on the ZnO properties 2h
        Speaker: Ms Modiehi Amelia Tshabalala (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Evaluation of the Potential of Parametric Neutron Activation Analysis in the RINGAS Irradiation Positions of the SAFARI-1 Research Reactor 2h
        Speaker: Mr Happy Vilakazi (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Extracting growth rates from a Particle-In-Cell simulation 2h
        Speaker: Mr Etienne Koen (South Africa National Space Agency)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Feasibility study of DFTB+ parameterization Li, Ti and O systems 2h
        Speaker: Mr Mulatedzi Gandamipfa (University of Limpopo)
      • 17:30
        Fine Structure of the Isovector Giant Dipole Resonance using the (p,p') reaction at zero degrees: Effects of strong nuclear deformation 2h
        Speaker: Ms Lindsay Donaldson (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg 2050, South Africa)
      • 17:30
        Graphene based nano-coatings for space application 2h
        Speaker: Mr Nyangiwe Nangamso (iThemba LABS)
      • 17:30
        Heat treatment of glassy carbon implanted with cesium at room and high temperatures 2h
        Speaker: Mr Dolly Langa (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        High Efficient TEMp0 End Pumped Nd:YAG Lasers 2h
        Speaker: Mr Sandile Ngcobo (CSIR)
      • 17:30
        Influence of temperature and precursor concentration on synthesis of HDA-capped Ag<sub>2</sub>Se nanoparticles 2h
        Speaker: Mr Mbuso Mlambo (University of Witwatersrand)
      • 17:30
        Influence of working atmosphere on Y<sub>3</sub>(Al,Ga)<sub>5</sub>O<sub>12</sub>:Tb thin films grown by PLD technique 2h
        Speaker: Mr Abdelrhman Mohmmed (University of the Free State- Department of physics)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Investigations on the Characterization of Ion implanted boron Nitride 2h
        Speaker: Ms Emily Aradi (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 17:30
        Ion-Bernstein waves in a plasma with a kappa velocity distribution 2h
        Speaker: Mr Francois Nsengiyumva (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
      • 17:30
        Light Ion Spectrometer for the study of multi-body decays of heavy nuclei. 2h
        Speaker: Mr Vusi Malaza (Stellenbosch University, Military Academy)
      • 17:30
        Listen to Our Universe 2h
        Speaker: Mr Jacques Jacques (Masters Student)
      • 17:30
        Low temperature deposition of silicon nitride thin films by hot-wire CVD 2h
        Speaker: Mr Abdulghaaliq Adams (Department of Physics, University of the Western Cape)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Low Temperature Transport of HTR Nuclear fuel Composite Graphite 2h
        Speaker: Ms phathutshedzo murovhi (university of pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Lower and upper thermospheric wind variations during magnetically quiet days 2h
        Speakers: Dr Heather McCreadie (School of Chemistry and Physics, University of Kwazulu-Natal,Durban) , Dr William Tafon Sivla (School of Chemistry and Physics, Unversity of Kwazulu-Natal, Durban.)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Luminescence studies of a solution-combustion synthesized of blue-green BaAl<sub>x</sub>O<sub>y</sub>:Eu<sup>2+</sup>,Dy<sup>3+</sup> nanophosphors 2h
        Speaker: Prof. Francis Dejene (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Magnetic substitution in CePt<sub>2</sub>Si<sub>2</sub> and CeCu<sub>5</sub>In Kondo lattice compounds 2h
        Speaker: Mr Zwelithini Mahlubi (University of the western cape)
      • 17:30
        Microstructural and electrical evaluation of ZnO solgel films 2h
        Speaker: Mr Ruhann Steyn (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        MOCVD grown ZnO on R-sapphire: effect of high growth temperature and high VI/II ratio on the morphology and optical properties 2h
        Speaker: Dr Kharouna Talla (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
      • 17:30
        Modification of glassy carbon under strontium ion implantation 2h
        Speaker: Ms opeyemi odutemowo (university of pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Monte Carlo simulation of an in-situ gamma-ray detector system used in conjunction with a planned calibration facility 2h
        Speaker: Mr Alfred Mogotsi Sehone (Stellenbosch University, Military Academy)
      • 17:30
        Morphological, structural and photoluminescence properties of sol-gel synthesized strontium titanate (SrTiO<sub>3</sub>:Pr:Al) nanophosphors 2h
        Speaker: Mr Thandikhaya Lungisa Lotha (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Nonlocality arguments in the temporal Clauser–Horne–Shimony–Holt scenario 2h
        Speaker: Dr Sujit Kumar Choudhary (School of Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa.)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Nuclear Incompressibility and Nuclear Symmetry Energy Calculated Using M3Y-type Interaction Derived from Variational Calculation. 2h
        Speaker: Mr Frederick Gbaorun (Benue State University, makurdi, Nigeria)
      • 17:30
        Numerical calculations of received dose due to various geometries of radioactive material 2h
        Speaker: Mr Martin Cook (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Optimized discharge excitation techniques for short pulse gas lasers: TEA CO<sub>2</sub> laser 2h
        Speaker: Mr Farooq Kyeyune (Stellenbosch University)
      • 17:30
        Phonon confinement analysis of carbon doped titanium dioxide quantum dots 2h
        Speaker: Mr Taziwa Raymond (University of Fort Hare Institute of Technology (FHIT), University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X1314, Alice 5700, Republic of South Africa)
      • 17:30
        Photo-induced isomerisation reactions in mercury dithizonates 2h
        Speaker: Mr OLUFEMI OPEYEMI OLAOYE (LASER RESEARCH INSTITUTE, PHYSICS DEPARTMENT, STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY, STELLENBOSCH.)
      • 17:30
        Photon dose distributions between 3D-water phantom and Profiler2 scanning system 2h
        Speaker: Dr Enoch Sithole (member)
      • 17:30
        Printed Transistors Based on Nanoparticulate Silicon 2h
        Speaker: Mr Stanley Walton (University of Cape Town)
      • 17:30
        Rarefied Gas Ejection as a Thrust Mechanism for Miniature Electric Space Propulsion Systems 2h
        Speaker: Mr Marinus Krommenhoek (WITS Physics Msc Student)
      • 17:30
        Room Temperature FePt Nanoparticles Formation Kinetics during Laser Solution Photolysis 2h
        Speaker: Mr Steven Nkosi (University of the witwatersrand)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Seyfert 2 galaxies with unusually wide nebular lines 2h
        Speakers: Prof. Hartmut Winkler (Dept. Physics, University of Johannesburg) , Mr Trevor Chauke (Dept. Physics, University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Sol-gel synthesis and Characterization of Structural and Luminescence Properties of ZnAl<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> singly doped with Mn<sup>2+</sup>, Cr<sup>2+</sup>, or Pb<sup>2+</sup> powder phosphors 2h
        Speaker: Mr Setumo Victor Motloung (University of the Free State)
        Slides
      • 17:30
        Sorting Orbital Angular Momentum states of light 2h
        Speaker: Ms Thandeka Mhlanga (Laser Research Institute, University of Stellenbosch / CSIR NLC)
      • 17:30
        Structural, Electrical and Electronic Properties of carbon and carbon-based materials 2h
        Speaker: Mr Wilfred mbiombi (Wits)
      • 17:30
        Structural, morphological and luminescence properties of hexagonal ZnO particles by wet chemical process 2h
        Speaker: Prof. Francis Dejene (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Study of Current-Voltage-Temperature (I-V-T) Characteristics of Palladium Schottky contacts on n-Ge (100) 2h
        Speaker: Prof. Albert Chawanda (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Synthesis and characterisation of sputter deposited AlN thin films 2h
        Speaker: Mr Simphiwe Hlatshwayo (University of Zululand)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Synthesis and characterization of a narrowband Ca<sub>5</sub>(PO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>3</sub>(OH):Gd<sup>3+</sup>, Pr<sup>3+</sup> phosphor for medical applications 2h
        Speaker: Ms PUSELETSO MOKOENA (UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Synthesis and Characterization of BaB<sub>8</sub>BO<sub>13</sub>: Eu nanophosphors Prepared Using Solution- Combustion Method 2h
        Speaker: Mr THOKOZANE MOSES Sithole (University Of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Synthesis and characterization of green SrAl<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>:Tb<sup>3+</sup> phosphor using solution combustion method 2h
        Speaker: Ms Kewele Emily Foka (University of the Fee Stae)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Synthesis and characterization of MnS nanoparticles using the chemical bath deposition method 2h
        Speaker: Mr Lehlohonolo Koao (UFS (Qwa Qwa Campus))
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Synthesis and characterization of sputter deposited TiN thin films 2h
        Speaker: Ms Gezekile Nyalunga (University of Zululand)
        Slides
      • 17:30
        Synthesis and Magnetic properties of Mg<sub>0.2</sub>Cr<sub>1.8-x</sub>Fe<sub>x</sub>O<sub>3</sub> oxides 2h
        Speaker: Mr Kalengay Mbela (UKZN)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Synthesis of a three dimensional graphene network for ultracapacitor application 2h
        Speaker: Mr Abdulhakeem Bello (Department of Physics, University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        TGFS: Power of source lightning strokes 2h
        Speaker: Mr Olakunle Ogunjobi (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
      • 17:30
        The formation of ordered phases in Pt-Mo coated systems 2h
        Speaker: Mr Zakhelumuzi Khumalo (ithemba LABS)
      • 17:30
        Theoretical calculation of positron states and annihilation rates in BaF<sub>2</sub> 2h
        Speaker: Mr Thulani Jili (University of Zululand)
      • 17:30
        Thermally activated charge transport in printed silicon networks 2h
        Speaker: Mr BATSIRAI MAGUNJE (UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN)
      • 17:30
        Thickness and Solvent influence on the photo-active layer in Organic photovoltaic devices 2h
        Speaker: Ms Pontsho Sylvia Mbule (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        TIGRESS segmented gamma-ray detector studies 2h
        Speaker: Mr Sive Noncolela (UWC)
      • 17:30
        Topology of the landscape of optimally controlled transitions in a multilevel system 2h
        Speaker: Ms Ramathabathe Madigoe (CSIR NLC)
      • 17:30
        Tranport properties of LiPF6 in PEO-PDMS polymer matrix 2h
        Speaker: Mr Thomas Kubai (SAIP)
      • 17:30
        Upper bound to accessible information for the six-state quantum key distribution protocol 2h
        Speaker: Mr Mhlambululi Mafu (Quantum Research Group)
      • 17:30
        Using WWLLN to track tropical cyclone Irena 2h
        Speaker: Mr Brett Delport (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
      • 17:30
        VCSEL Technology for Square Kilometre Array (SKA) Optical Fibre Network 2h
        Speaker: Mr Enoch Rotich (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
        Paper
    • 07:30 08:00
      Registration & Tea 30m
    • 08:00 09:20
      Applied Physics Forum: Industrial Physics
      Convener: Dr Frederik Vorster (NMMU)
      • 08:00
        Applied Physics Forum Group Meeting 40m
        Speaker: Dr Frederik Vorster (NMMU)
      • 08:40
        A low-cost Thermo-Luminescence system for use with .NET computing environments 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mduduzi Mbongo (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 09:00
        Selectivity of ice crystallization and refrigeration waste heat integration in freeze desalination of brine - Application and Optimisation 20m
        Speaker: Mr Tabani Mtombeni (Tshwane University of Technology)
        Paper
    • 08:00 09:20
      Astrophysics: Pulsars
      Convener: Dr Christo Venter (North-west University, Potchefstroom Campus)
      • 08:20
        Inferring the presence of nearby sources of cosmic rays by method of galactic propagation modelling 20m
        Speaker: Mr Driaan Bisschoff (NWU, Potchefstroom)
        Slides
      • 08:40
        The anatomy of <i>γ</i>-ray pulsar light curves 20m
        Speaker: Mr Albertus Seyffert (Centre for Space Research, North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2520 Potchefstroom, South Africa)
        Paper
      • 09:00
        The Effect of Different Magnetospheric Structures on Predictions of Gamma-ray Pulsar Light Curves 20m
        Speaker: Ms Monica Breed (North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus)
        Paper
        Slides
    • 08:00 09:20
      DCMPM1: MSc Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Prof. Francis Dejene (University of the Free State)
      • 08:00
        First-Principle Study on Stabilities of Reactive Products of Sulphur and Oxygen in Lithium- and Sodium- air Batteries. 20m
        Speaker: Mr CLIFFTON MASEDI (UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO)
      • 08:20
        Structural and Magnetic Properties of MgCe<sub>x</sub>Fe<sub>2-x</sub>O<sub>4</sub> Nanoferrites 20m
        Speaker: Mr Prince Mkwae (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
      • 08:40
        Nitrogen-doped carbon nanospheres 20m
        Speaker: Mr Vincent Marsicano (University of the Witwatersrand)
    • 08:00 09:20
      DCMPM2: PhD Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Max Chirwa (Walter Sisulu University)
      • 08:00
        Effect of ruthenium on oxidation behaviour of copper interconnect 20m
        Speaker: Mr RASIDI SULE (DTech Stuent at TUT)
        Paper
      • 08:20
        The effect of nano-sized Alq3 on the external quantum and power efficiency of OLEDs 20m
        Speaker: Ms Mart-Mari Duvenhage (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 08:40
        Spin density wave behaviour in the (Cr<sub>84</sub>Re<sub>16</sub>)<sub>100-y</sub>V<sub>y</sub> system 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Bincy Susan Jacobs (University Of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 09:00
        Mechanical properties of graphene and boronitrene 20m
        Speaker: Mr Richard Andrew (University of Pretoria)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Education

      Physics Education Division

      Convener: Mr Derek Fish (Unizul Science Centre)
      • 08:00
        The symmetry of Gauss’s law and Ampère’s law 20m
        Speaker: Dr Ted Kroon (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 08:20
        Exploring large group dynamics 20m
        Speaker: Dr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 08:40
        An evaluation of students’ performance in a typical first year non-calculus based Mechanics Module 20m
        Speaker: Dr Deena Naidoo (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 09:00
        The problem of motivation: what students want, what students need, and what works well within a Physics context. 20m
        Speaker: Mr Paul Vaandrager (University of Pretoria)
    • 08:00 09:20
      NPRP: Reaction Mechanisms and Fission

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Dr David Roux (Rhodes)
      • 08:00
        Reaction mechanisms studied using the iThemba LABS recoil detector 20m
        Speaker: Dr Sifiso Senzo Ntshangase (University of Zululand)
      • 08:20
        Characterization of Incomplete Fusion Reaction with AFRODITE and DIAMANT 20m
        Speaker: Mr maqabuka Bongani (University of Johannesburg)
        Slides
      • 08:40
        High Resolution Two Proton Stripping reactiosn with the AFRODITE/WAFANA2 setup 20m
        Speaker: Dr Paul Papka (Stellenbosch University)
      • 09:00
        A facility for fast-neutron irradiations at Jyvsäkylä and its use for nuclide cross-section measurements in fission 20m
        Speaker: Dr Pete Jones (iThemba LABS)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Photonics: Ultrafast spectroscopy

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Erich Rohwer (Stellenbosch University)
      • 08:20
        Observing photo-induced dynamics in the charge density wave compound 4HB-TaSe<sub>2</sub> by means of femtosecond electron diffraction 20m
        Speaker: Ms Andrea von Flotow (Stellenbosch University)
      • 08:40
        Photonics Division Group Meeting 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Erich Rohwer (University of Stellenbosch)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Space Science: Cosmic Rays
      Convener: John Bosco Habarulema (Hermanus Magnetic Observatory)
      • 08:20
        Modelling of galactic cosmic ray electrons in the heliosphere 20m
        Speaker: Ms Rendani Rejoyce Nndanganeni (North West University)
      • 08:40
        Numerical Modelling of Cosmic Rays in the Inner Heliosphere 20m
        Speaker: Mr Jan-Louis Raath (North-West University)
      • 09:00
        A multi-detector study of the effect of a varying heliospheric current sheet tilt angle on cosmic-ray intensity 20m
        Speaker: Mr KATLEGO MOLOTO (NORTH WEST UNIVERSITY)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Dr Jan Greben (CSIR)
      • 08:00
        Analytical techniques for noise filtering in quantum logic gates 20m
        Speaker: Dr Hermann Uys (National Laser Centre, CSIR)
      • 08:20
        Derivation of the quantum-bit-error rate for the BB84 protocol based on the phase-covariant-cloning machine 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mhlambululi Mafu (Quantum Research Group, UKZN)
        Paper
      • 08:40
        Monitoring the State of a Single Quantum System 20m
        Speaker: Mr Kevin Garapo (Centre for Quantum Technology, University of Kwazulu-Natal.)
      • 09:00
        Non-Hermitian approach to the dissipative dynamics of two-level system 20m
        Speaker: Dr Konstantin Zloshchastiev (School of Chemistry and Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal in Pietermaritzburg)
    • 09:20 09:30
      Walk 10m
    • 09:30 10:30
      Plenary
      Convener: Prof. Diane Grayson (University of Pretoria)
      • 09:30
        Plenary - Some things physicists have learned about physics education by doing research in cognitive science 1h
        Speaker: Prof. Ramon Lopez (The University of Texas at Arlington)
    • 10:30 10:55
      Tea break 25m
    • 10:55 11:55
      Applied Physics Forum: Industrial Physics
      Convener: Dr Sampson Mamphweli (University of Fort Hare)
      • 10:55
        Influence of the motion of aerospace systems on the polarization angle of qubits for free space QKD 20m
        Speaker: Mr Marco Mariola (University of kwazulu-natal)
        Paper
      • 11:15
        Prediction of aerodynamic loads in arbitrary manoeuvre: identifying flow regimes 20m
        Speaker: Dr Irvy (Igle) Gledhill (CSIR)
        Paper
      • 11:35
        Fluid Simulation for Corona ionization Thruster 20m
        Speaker: Dr phil ferrer (wits)
    • 10:55 11:55
      Astrophysics: Pulsars
      Convener: Dr Christian Engelbrecht (University of Johannesburg)
      • 10:55
        Glow-in-the-dark globular clusters: modelling their multiwavelength lanterns 20m
        Speaker: Dr Christo Venter (North-west University, Potchefstroom Campus)
        Paper
      • 11:15
        Modelling the soft-photon energy density of globular clusters 20m
        Speaker: Mr Phillip Prinsloo (North-west University)
        Paper
        Slides
      • 11:35
        Modelling of non-thermal radiation from pulsar wind nebulae 20m
        Speaker: Mr Joshua Botha (North-west University)
        Slides
    • 10:55 11:55
      DCMPM1: MSc Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Prof. Enrico Lombardi (UNISA)
      • 10:55
        An investigation of the structural and magnetic properties of Ho substituted BiFeO<sub>3</sub> 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mehluli Ncube (University of the Witswatersrand)
      • 11:15
        Synthesis, Structural Characterization and Magnetic Properties of Mg<sub>1-x</sub>Zn<sub>x</sub>Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> Nanoparticles 20m
        Speaker: Mr Patrick Masina (School of Chemistry and Physics, Westville Campus,University of KwaZulu Natal, Durban, South Africa)
      • 11:35
        Synthesis and characterization of SnO<sub>2</sub> Nanostructures for gas sensing applications 20m
        Speaker: Mr Bongani Thabethe (Msm csir)
    • 10:55 11:55
      DCMPM2: PhD Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Ncholu Manyala (University of Pretoria)
      • 10:55
        Synthesis and characterization of europium activated lanthanum oxysulphide by sol- combustion method 20m
        Speaker: Mr Ali Abdub Guyo Ali (University of the free State, Qwaqwa campus.)
        Paper
      • 11:15
        Erbium point defects and complexes in GaN: A G0W0 and hybrid functional study 20m
        Speaker: Mr Cecil Ouma (Student)
    • 10:55 11:55
      Education

      Physics Education Division

      Convener: Dr CABLE MOJI (UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA)
      • 10:55
        Probing students’ problem-solving ability in physics – a possible role for a typology of errors 20m
        Speaker: Mr Douglas Clerk (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 11:15
        Active Learning in Thermal and Statistical Physics at the University of the Witwatersrand 20m
        Speaker: Dr Jonathan Keartland (University of the Witwatersrand)
        Paper
      • 11:35
        Investigating the causes of unsatisfactory performance on the Physics section involving vectors in basic mechanics 20m
        Speaker: Mr Paul Molefe (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
    • 10:55 11:55
      NPRP: Reactors and Radio-activity

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Dr IYABO USMAN (iTHEMBA LABS)
      • 10:55
        Assessment of Beryllium Depletion Modeling on SAFARI-1 Reactor Core Parameters in aid of OSCAR-4 Validation 20m
        Speaker: Mr Richard Brayshaw (Necsa, Eskom)
        Paper
      • 11:15
        Criticality effects of storage patterns of spent nuclear fuel casks 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mosebetsi Leotlela (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand.)
      • 11:35
        Biological Monitoring of Air Pollution with Plants: results from a pilot study in the Western Cape, South Africa 20m
        Speaker: Ms Ntombizikhona Beaulah Ndlovu (Department of Physics, Stellenbosch University)
    • 10:55 11:55
      Photonics: Beam propagation

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Hencharl Strauss (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 10:55
        Essence of re-calibrating optical instruments: Analysis of digital delay line 20m
        Speaker: Dr Winston Tumps Ireeta (Department of Physics, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University/ Makerere University)
        Paper
      • 11:15
        Generation of High Order Modes 20m
        Speaker: Mr Sandile Ngcobo (CSIR)
      • 11:35
        A transmitter-receiver model of the propagation of the second moments of a non-Gaussian non-spherical laser beam through an ABCD system. 20m
        Speaker: Dr Cosmas Mafusire (CSIR National Laser Centre)
    • 10:55 11:55
      Space Science: Magnetosphere
      Convener: Mr MICHAEL AFFUL (UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN)
      • 10:55
        Correlating fractional hop whistlers detected on DEMETER with WWLLN lightning 20m
        Speaker: Mr Brett Delport (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 11:15
        Narrowband VLF observations as validation of plasmaspheric model 20m
        Speaker: Dr Andrew Collier (SANSA Space Science)
      • 11:35
        Dynamics of Electrons Injected into the Inner Magnetosphere 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Mahassin A. A. Nemair (School of Chemistry and Physics, University of KawZulu-Natal, Durban 4000, South Africa)
    • 10:55 11:55
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Prof. Frederik Scholtz (National Institute for Theoretical Physics)
      • 10:55
        Steady state behaviour in an interacting bipartite Gaussian system 20m
        Speaker: Dr Anne Ghesquiere (National Institute for Theoretical Physics)
        Paper
      • 11:15
        Theoretetical & Computational Physics Division Group Meeting 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Frederik Scholtz (National Institute for Theoretical Physics)
    • 11:55 12:00
      Walk 5m
    • 12:00 12:45
      Plenary
      Convener: Prof. Chris Theron (University of Pretoria)
      • 12:00
        Plenary - Communicating Science – How to wake the sleeping, gray cat 45m
        Speaker: Mrs Elsabe Brits (Die Burger)
    • 12:45 13:45
      Lunch 1h
    • 13:45 14:00
      Conference Photo 15m Amphitheatre

      Amphitheatre

    • 14:00 16:00
      Demonstration Competition AE du Toit Auditorium

      AE du Toit Auditorium

      Convener: Mr Johan Janse van Rensburg (University of Pretoria)
      • 14:00
        Fun Physics for Schools 2h
        Speaker: Mr Johan Janse van Rensburg (University of Pretoria)
    • 16:00 16:30
      Tea break & SAIP student meeting 30m
    • 16:30 17:50
      Applied Physics Forum: Radiation Physics- Non Specialist Talk
      Convener: Dr Irvy (Igle) Gledhill (CSIR)
      • 16:30
        Non-Specialist Talk - Use of neutron diffraction for residual stress mapping in industrial applications 40m
        Speaker: Dr Vladimir Luzin (Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation)
      • 17:10
        Measurement and simulation of neutron beam fluence spectra 20m
        Speaker: Dr Mark Herbert (University of the Western Cape)
        Paper
    • 16:30 17:50
      Astrophysics: Stellar Astrophysics
      Convener: Dr Michael Gaylard (HartRAO)
      • 16:30
        A search for optical counterparts of the complex Vela X system 20m
        Speaker: Mr Takalani Marubini (Attend)
        Paper
      • 16:50
        Periodic X-ray Modulations in Supersoft X-ray Sources 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Alida Odendaal (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:10
        Orbital periods of Be X-ray binaries through optical lightcurves 20m
        Speaker: Dr Vanessa McBride (University of Cape Town, SAAO)
      • 17:30
        The Asymmetric Outflow of RS Ophiuchi 20m
        Speaker: Dr Shazrene Mohamed (SAAO)
    • 16:30 17:50
      DCMPM1: MSc Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Bonex Mwakikunga (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 16:30
        The influence of spin on electronic transport in reduced graphene oxide 20m
        Speaker: Mr Ross McIntosh (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 16:50
        Study of iodine implanted in pyrolytic carbon after heat treatment 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mxolisi Mukhawana (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:10
        Mechanisms of luminescence in carbon-doped alpha aluminium oxide: Investigations using time-resolved optical stimulation technique 20m
        Speaker: Mr Angel Nyirenda (Rhodes University)
      • 17:30
        Laser Surface Alloying of Aluminium (AA1200) Alloy for Improving Hardness Property 20m
        Speaker: Mr Tshimangadzo Rambau (TUT)
        Paper
        Slides
    • 16:30 17:50
      DCMPM2: PhD Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Walter Meyer (University of Pretoria)
      • 16:30
        The effect of temperature on the calculated bulk vacancy formation energy in Al and Cu 20m
        Speaker: Ms Cornelia van der Walt (University of the Free State Physics Department)
        notes
        Paper
      • 16:50
        Structural, Electronic and Optical Properties of Gold Nitrides 20m
        Speaker: Mr MOHAMMED SULEIMAN (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, Sout Africa.)
        Paper
      • 17:10
        Interaction mechanism for energy transfer from Ce to Tb ions in silica 20m
        Speaker: Mr Hassan Seed Ahmed (University of the Free State)
        Slides
      • 17:30
        Growth and characterization of RF Magnetron Sputtered NbN and ZrN thin films 20m
        Speaker: Mr Jonah Kuria (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
    • 16:30 17:50
      Education

      Physics Education Division

      Convener: Mr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
      • 16:30
        Correlation between first year physics students’ understanding of the nature of science (NOS) and their academic performance 20m
        Speaker: Mr Vonani Baloyi (University of Pretoria)
      • 16:50
        How much do first year physics students really understand? An entry-level test 20m
        Speaker: Mr Paul Molefe (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 17:10
        Investigation of the understanding of heat-time graphs by extended program students at the Mamelodi Campus of the University of Pretoria 20m
        Speaker: Dr CABLE MOJI (UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA)
    • 16:30 17:50
      NPRP: Anti-neutrinos and beta-decay ; Division Meeting

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Dr Simon Mullins (iThemba LABS (Gauteng))
      • 16:30
        Are anitneutrinos affecting beta-plus decay rates? 20m
        Speaker: Mr Milton van Rooy (Stellenbosch university, iThemba LABS)
      • 16:50
        Introduction to NPRP Division Meeting 20m

        One speaker has withdrawn - hence we can start the Division meeting 20 min earlier

      • 17:10
        NPRP Division meeting 40m
        Speaker: Dr Simon Mullins (iThemba LABS (Gauteng))
    • 16:30 17:50
      Photonics: Pulse shaping

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Andrew Forbes (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 16:30
        Time-Frequency Representations of Ultra Short Laser Pulses for Coherent Control of Quantum Processes 20m
        Speaker: Mr Andre Smit Smit (CSIR NLC)
      • 16:50
        Process Optimization Utilizing Adaptive Algorithms in a Closed Loop Feedback System 20m
        Speaker: Mr Attie Hendriks (SAIP member)
      • 17:10
        Prism Pulse Compressor 20m
        Speaker: Mr Raphael Okoye (Laser Reasearch Institute, Stellenobosch University.)
      • 17:30
        Femtosecond laser pulse shaping using a 4f-pulse shaper 20m
        Speaker: Mr Dirk Spangenberg (Stellenbosch University)
    • 16:30 17:50
      Space Science
    • 16:30 17:50
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Prof. Daniel Joubert (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 16:30
        Efficiency of Open Quantum Walk implementation of the Dissipative Quantum Computing 20m
        Speaker: Dr Ilya Sinayskiy (School of Chemistry and Physics and NITheP, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 16:50
        The role of the initial system-bath correlations in the dynamics of open quantum systems 20m
        Speaker: Dr Vitalii Semin (Quantum Research Group, School of Chemistry and Physics, University of Kwazulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 17:10
        Dissipative Dynamics of a Spinless Electron Strongly Interacting with the Environment of Spinless Electrons 20m
        Speaker: Mr Michael Mwalaba (National Institute for Theoretical Physics and Quantum Research Group, School of Chemistry and Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Decoherence-assisted transport in quantum networks 20m
        Speakers: Ms Adriana Marais (Quantum Research Group, School of Chemistry and Physics and National Institute for Theoretical Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 4001, South Africa) , Dr Ilya Sinayskiy (Quantum Research Group, School of Chemistry and Physics and National Institute for Theoretical Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 4001, South Africa)
        Paper
    • 18:00 19:00
      SAIP Council with HOD's meeting 1h
    • 07:30 08:00
      Registration & Tea 30m
    • 08:00 09:20
      Applied Physics Forum: Renewable Energy
      Convener: Prof. Ernest van Dyk (NMMU)
      • 08:00
        A Case Study into the Effects of Partial Shadowing on a 4 kWp Photovoltaic array 20m
        Speaker: Ms Jacqui Crozier (NMMU)
      • 08:20
        An Investigation into the operational modes used in a charge controller in a grid integrated photovoltaic system with battery storage 20m
        Speaker: Mr Warren Alistoun (NMMU)
      • 08:40
        Investigation of the design aspects on the performance of a LCPV system 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mario Benecke (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
        Paper
      • 09:00
        Development of CTJ Cell Characterisation Techniques for HCPV Modules 20m
        Speaker: Mr Ross Schultz (Nelson Mandela Metropolitian University)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Astrophysics: Group Meeting
      Convener: Dr Andrew Collier (Hermanus Magnetic Observatory)
      • 08:40
        Astrophysics Division Group Meeting 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Patrick Woudt (Department of Astronomy, University of Cape Town)
    • 08:00 09:20
      DCMPM1: Hons Oral Prize

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Rapela Maphanga (University of Limpopo)
      • 08:00
        Semi-metallic transport in ultra-thin layers of carbon films deposited by laser ablation 20m
        Speaker: Mr Christopher Coleman (The University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 08:20
        Extracting device parameters of pn-junction diodes using sigmoidal properties of resistance – voltage curves: theory, simulation and application 20m
        Speaker: Ms Pesi Hangoma (Univeristy of Zambia)
      • 08:40
        Density Functional Tight-Binding (DFTB) Study of Si as an Anode Material 20m
        Speaker: Mr Katlego Phoshoko (University of Limpopo, Materials Modelling Centre)
      • 09:00
        Laser surface alloying of Al with Mo for hardness improvement 20m
        Speaker: Mr Humphrey Nkosi (Tshwane University of Technology)
        Paper
    • 08:00 09:20
      DCMPM2

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Mr Mandla Msimanga (iThemba LABS)
      • 08:00
        Charge injection at metal–polymer interfaces 20m
        Speaker: Mr Lordwell Jhamba (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 08:20
        Quantification of printed silicon aggregates using Ultra-small angle X-ray scattering 20m
        Speaker: Mr Emmanuel Ohieku Jonah Jonah (NanoSciences Innovation Centre, Department of Physics, University of Cape Town, Rondebosch 7701, South Africa)
      • 08:40
        NiS Nanostructures for Application in Room Temperature Gas Sensors 20m
        Speaker: Ms Ella Cebisa (National Centre for Nano-structured Materials, Council for Scientific and Industrial ResearchP. O. Box 395, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa)
      • 09:00
        Nitrogen-vacancy in diamond for Solid-state quantum computing 20m
        Speaker: Mr Bheki Zulu (Student)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Education

      Physics Education Division

      Convener: Prof. Diane Grayson (University of Pretoria)
      • 08:20
        National Senior Certificate results: Steady improvement versus output quality 20m
        Speaker: Dr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 08:40
        Identifying and Nurturing Future Scientists: From High School to Undergraduate Research Program and onwards to PhD and science-related careers. 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Azwinndini Muronga (UNiversity of Johannesburg)
      • 09:00
        Is Foundation Provision the solution to first year students’ performance? 20m
        Speaker: Ms Buyi Sondezi-Mhlungu (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
    • 08:00 09:20
      NPRP: Nuclear Resonances : From Pygmy to Giant

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Prof. John Carter (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 08:00
        A study of the complete electric dipole response in <sup>96</sup>Mo 20m
        Speaker: Dr Retief Neveling (iThemba LABS, South Africa)
        Slides
      • 08:20
        Fine structure of E2 strength in one-proton-different nuclei from (p,p’) experiments 20m
        Speaker: Dr IYABO USMAN (iTHEMBA LABS)
      • 08:40
        Effects of nuclear deformation on the fine structure of the Isoscalar Giant Quadrupole Resonance from even-even neodymium isotopes using proton inelastic scattering 20m
        Speaker: Mr Chamunorwa Oscar Kureba (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg 2050, South Africa)
      • 09:00
        Investigation of fine structure of the Isovector Giant Dipole Resonance in nuclei across the periodic table using proton inelastic scattering at zero degrees 20m
        Speaker: Mr Maxwell Jingo (University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Photonics: Quantum Optics

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Cosmas Mafusire (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 08:00
        Compensating Birefringence Effects in Fibre for Polarisation Encoded QKD 20m
        Speaker: Ms Sharmini Pillay (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 08:20
        Realization of B92 QKD Protocol Using id3100 Clavis2 System 20m
        Speaker: Mr Makhamisa Senekane (Quantum Research Group, School of Chemistry and Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X54001, Durban 4000, South Africa)
        Paper
      • 08:40
        Progress toward Ion Trapping at the NLC 20m
        Speaker: Dr Hermann Uys (National Laser Centre, CSIR)
      • 09:00
        Magneto-Optical Trapping of Rubidium Atoms 20m
        Speaker: HUZIFA MOHAMMED AHAMED MOHAMMED ELNOUR (STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Space Science: Plasma Physics
      Convener: Dr Andrew Collier (Hermanus Magnetic Observatory)
      • 08:00
        Space Science Division Group Meeting 40m
        Speaker: Dr Andrew Collier (Hermanus Magnetic Observatory)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Prof. Thomas Konrad (UKZN)
      • 08:00
        Critical exponents and the extensive nature of statistical entropy 20m
        Speaker: Dr Trisha Salagaram (University of Pretoria)
      • 08:20
        Entropic entanglement criteria for fermion systems 20m
        Speaker: Dr Claudia Zander (University of Pretoria)
      • 08:40
        Stochastic wave-function unravelling of the generalized Lindblad equation using correlated states 20m
        Speaker: Mr Tony Nsio Nzundu (UKZN)
      • 09:00
        Control in boson-boson dynamics through long time scale discontinuities 20m
        Speaker: Dr filippo giraldi (School of Physics and NITheP, Westville Campus, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, SouthAfrica)
    • 09:20 09:30
      Walk 10m
    • 09:30 10:30
      Plenary
      Convener: Dr Simon Mullins (iThemba LABS (Gauteng))
      • 09:30
        Plenary - From RISING at GSI to the DESPEC Fast-Timing Project at FAIR: The New Nuclear Spectroscopy of the Most Exotic Isotopes 1h
        Speaker: Prof. Patrick Regan (University of Surrey, UK)
    • 10:30 11:00
      Tea Break 30m
    • 11:00 12:20
      Applied Physics Forum: Renewable Energy
      Convener: Dr Frederik Vorster (NMMU)
      • 11:00
        Performance monitoring of a photovoltaic thermal collector system 20m
        Speaker: Mr Busiso Mtunzi (University of Fort Hare, Institute of Technology)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        Design, construction and characterization of a steady state solar simulator 20m
        Speaker: Mr Thabiso Vincent Mthimunye (University of Fort Hare)
        Paper
      • 11:40
        Title: Mathematical modeling of the coefficient of performance of a Carnot's Air source heat pump water heater 20m
        Speaker: Mr Stephen Loh Tangwe (Fort Hare Institute of Technology, University of Fort Hare)
        Paper
      • 12:00
        Construction and evalauation of a PV/T collector under low concentration using the batch method 20m
        Speaker: Mr Gilbert Samukonga (University of Zambia)
        Paper
    • 11:00 12:20
      Astrophysics: Non-specialist lecture and radio astronomy
      Convener: Prof. Renee C. Kraan-Korteweg Kraan-Korteweg (Astronomy Department (ACGC), University of Cape Town)
      • 11:00
        Non-Specialist talk - Toward the Great Quest to Decipher Galaxies: The WISE High-Resolution Galaxy Image Atlas 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Tom Jarrett (UCT, Department of Astronomy; Caltech)
      • 11:40
        Radio Astronomy at High Angular Resolution 20m
        Speaker: Dr Michael Gaylard (HartRAO)
      • 12:00
        Forward Application of Propagation Path Effects in Radio Interferometry Using Measurement Equations 20m
        Speaker: Mr Iniyan Natarajan (University of Cape Town)
        Paper
    • 11:00 12:20
      DCMPM1

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Bhekumusa Mathe (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 11:00
        Comparative study of luminescence properties of Eu<sup>2+</sup>, Dy<sup>3+</sup> and Tm<sup>3+</sup> co-doped CaAl<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> powder phosphors 20m
        Speaker: Dr Mokhotjwa Simon Dhlamini (University of South Africa)
      • 11:20
        Thermoluminescent properties of Ba<sub>1-x</sub>Mg<sub>x</sub>Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>:Eu<sup>2+</sup>,Dy<sup>3+</sup> prepared by combustion method 20m
        Speaker: Dr Bakang Moses Mothudi (University of South Africa)
      • 11:40
        Synthesis and electrochemical properties of cation doped spinel LiM<sub>x</sub>Mn<sub>2-x</sub>O<sub>4</sub> (M=Ni, Al and x=0, 0.5) cathode materials for Li-ion battery 20m
        Speaker: Dr Mesfin Kebede (Council for Scientific and Industrial Research(CSIR))
        Paper
      • 12:00
        Absorption and site-selective laser spectroscopy of BaF<sub>2</sub>:Nd<sup>3+</sup> single crystals 20m
        Speaker: Dr Marjorie Mujaji (Wits University)
    • 11:00 12:20
      DCMPM2

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Jacqueline Nel (University of Pretoria)
      • 11:00
        Effect of Li composition on HCP to BCC phase transformation in ultra-lightweight binary Mg-Li alloys: an ab initio study 20m
        Speaker: Mr Maje Phasha (CSIR)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        Temperature dependence of the capture cross section for the E3 defect in Ir/ZnO Schottky contacts 20m
        Speaker: Mr Wilbert Mtangi (University of Pretoria)
      • 11:40
        The magnetocaloric effect in PrNiSi<sub>2</sub> 20m
        Speaker: Mr JL Snyman (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 12:00
        Defects in the traditional analogy between the dipolar structure of a circular current and a simple electric dipole’s 20m
        Speaker: Dr Max Chirwa (Walter Sisulu University)
        Paper
    • 11:00 12:20
      Education

      Physics Education Division

      Convener: Mr Paul Molefe (University of Johannesburg)
      • 11:00
        Setswana Astronomical Nomenclature as a Tool in (Astro)Physics Education 20m
        Speaker: Dr Lerothodi Leeuw (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        Best-fit Physics: Adapting presentations to diverse school backgrounds. 20m
        Speaker: Mr Derek Fish (Unizul Science Centre)
      • 11:40
        Using Easy Java Simulations in the first year classroom 20m
        Speaker: Mr Johan Janse van Rensburg (University of Pretoria)
        Paper
      • 12:00
        The Use of Models and Simulation in the Teaching of Thermal Physics 20m
        Speaker: Dr Spencer Wheaton (University of Cape Town)
    • 11:00 12:20
      NPRP: Radio-active beams, shielding and monitoring

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Dr Noel Mkhululi Jacobs (Stellenbosch University)
      • 11:00
        News on the iThemba LABS Radioactive Beams Project 20m
        Speaker: Dr Robert Bark (iThemba LABS)
      • 11:20
        Radiation Shielding calculations using MCNPX transport code for cost optimization of the shielding material to be used at iThemba LABS 20m
        Speaker: Mr Phumlani Zipho (iThemba Labs)
        Paper
      • 11:40
        Radiation shielding analysis and optimisation for the mineral-PET Kimberlite sorting facility using the Monte Carlo calculation code MCNPX 20m
        Speaker: Mr Eric Chinaka (UJ & NECSA)
        Paper
    • 11:00 12:20
      Photonics: Optical trapping

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Hermann Uys (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 11:00
        Novel Double MOT System for a BEC Experiment 20m
        Speaker: Ms Malehlohonolo Semonyo (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        A Bose-Einstein Condensation Machine 20m
        Speaker: Dr Michael Morrissey (University of KwaZulu NAtal)
      • 11:40
        Robust qutrit quantum states in atmospheric turbulence 20m
        Speaker: Dr Filippus Roux (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 12:00
        Simulating atmospheric turbulence with random phase screens 20m
        Speaker: Mr Alpha Hamadou Ibrahim (CSIR, National Laser Center)
    • 11:00 12:20
      Space Science
      Convener: Dr Ben Opperman (South African National Space Agency)
      • 11:00
        Simulation of Space Plasmas with Kappa Distributions 20m
        Speaker: Mr Reginald Abdul (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
      • 11:20
        Beam-generated electrostatic instabilities in two-electron temperature space plasmas 20m
        Speaker: Mr Lifa Mbuli (SANSA Space Science/University of the Western Cape)
      • 11:40
        Nonlinear electric field structures in a magnetized dusty plasma 20m
        Speaker: Dr Shimul Kumar Maharaj (South African National Space Agency (SANSA) Space Science (formerly NRF Hermanus Magnetic Observatory), P O Box 32, Hermanus 7200, South Africa)
      • 12:00
        Solitary Waves in a Magnetized Plasma with Two Temperature Electrons 20m
        Speaker: Mr Odutayo Raji Rufai (Department of Physics, University of the Western Cape, Cape-Town, South-Africa)
        Slides
    • 11:00 12:20
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Dr Izak Snyman (NITheP)
      • 11:00
        Sufficient condition for an array of beam splitters to distinguish d-photon antisymmetric state 20m
        Speaker: Dr Sandeep Goyal (UKZN)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        Unsharp mesaurement in Quantum Mechanics and its realization 20m
        Speaker: Dr Sujit Kumar Choudhary (School of Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa.)
        Paper
      • 11:40
        Computation of the anomalous dimension of ABJM theory 20m
        Speakers: Mr Garreth Kemp (University of the Witwatersrand) , Mr Nkululeko Nokwara (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 12:00
        From Large N Nonplanar Anomalous Dimensions to Open Spring Theory 20m
        Speaker: Mr Garreth Kemp (University of the Witwatersrand)
    • 12:20 12:30
      Walk 10m
    • 12:30 13:10
      Plenary
      Convener: Mrs Malebo Tibane (University of South Africa)
      • 12:30
        Plenary Talk - Widening the net: Attracting and keeping women in physics 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Diane Grayson (University of Pretoria)
    • 13:10 14:10
      Lunch - WiPiSA 1h
    • 14:10 15:30
      Applied Physics Forum: Renewable Energy
      Convener: Dr phil ferrer (wits)
      • 14:10
        A Study of Photo-Generated Charge Carrier Density in Dye Sensitized solar cells by Microwave Reflectance 20m
        Speaker: Dr Nnditshedzeni Eric Maluta (University of Venda)
      • 14:30
        Determination of energy yield for multi-MW photovoltaic power stations 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Ernest van Dyk (NMMU)
      • 14:50
        Analysis of the solar radiation data and the determination of regression coefficients for the Vhembe region of Limpopo Province, South Africa 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Sophie Mulaudzi (University of Venda)
      • 15:10
        Energy Conservation Measure in RDP House In South Africa 20m
        Speaker: Mr ochuko overen (University of Fort Hare, Institute of Technologyh)
        Paper
    • 14:10 15:30
      Astrophysics: Instrumentation and Extragalactic Astronomy
      Convener: Dr David Gilbank (South African Astronomical Observatory)
      • 14:10
        Astro-Informatics - South African Virtual Observatory 20m
        Speaker: Dr Sudhanshu Barway (South African Astronomical Observatory)
      • 14:30
        Commissioning the new Sutherland High-speed Optical Cameras (SHOC) 20m
        Speaker: Mr Rocco Coppejans (SAAO / UCT)
      • 14:50
        Molecular gas and dust of selected lensed SMGs from the Herschel-ATLAS Science Demonstration Phase Data 20m
        Speaker: Dr Lerothodi Leeuw (University of Johannesburg)
      • 15:10
        The detailed nature of active central cluster galaxies 20m
        Speaker: Dr Ilani Loubser (North-West University)
        Paper
    • 14:10 15:30
      DCMPM1

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Bakang Moses Mothudi (University of South Africa)
      • 14:10
        Depth profiling and thickness measurements of transition metal based thin hard coatings using Heavy Ion ERD time of flight spectrometry 20m
        Speaker: Dr Mandla Msimanga (iThemba LABS)
      • 14:30
        Electronic transport in a rope of metal filled single walled carbon nanotubes 20m
        Speaker: Ms Siphephile Ncube (University of the Witwatersrand.)
      • 14:50
        Enhanced tunnel transport in disordered carbon superlattice structures incorporated with nitrogen 20m
        Speaker: Mr Ross McIntosh (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 15:10
        Large Area CVD Graphene for Photovoltaic Applications: Synthesis, Transfer and Characterisation. 20m
        Speaker: Dr David Dodoo-Arhin (SARCHI Chair in Carbon Technology and Materials, Department of Physics, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, 0002, South AfricaPretoria)
    • 14:10 15:30
      DCMPM2

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Kharouna Talla (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
      • 14:10
        Magnetic 4f-systems and their application in spintronics 20m
        Speaker: Dr Volkmar Nolting (Vaal University of Technology)
        Paper
      • 14:30
        Accurate model of Si-Ge-Sn alloys:Electronic and Optical properties 20m
        Speaker: Dr Hermann Azemtsa Donfack (University of South Africa)
      • 14:50
        Segregation measurements of In and S on a Cu(In,S) ternary alloy using Auger Electron Spectroscopy coupled with a linear programmed heater 20m
        Speaker: Mr Moshawe Madito (Student)
      • 15:10
        Semiconducting quantum dots: emerging materials for photovoltaics 20m
        Speaker: Dr Nosipho Moloto (University of the Witwatersrand)
        Paper
    • 14:10 15:30
      Education

      Physics Education Division

      Convener: Mr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
      • 14:10
        Physics Education Division Group Meeting 30m
        Speaker: Mr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
      • 14:40
        Incorporating an engineering project into an augmented Physics course 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Diane Grayson (University of Pretoria)
        Paper
    • 14:10 15:30
      NPRP: Nuclear Structure

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Mr Sifiso Senzo Ntshangase (University of Cape Town / iThemba LABS)
      • 14:10
        In-beam spectroscopy of <sup>72</sup>Ge 20m
        Speaker: Dr David Roux (Rhodes)
        Paper
      • 14:30
        The structure of excited states seen in double beta decay 20m
        Speaker: Ms Suzan Phumudzo Bvumbi (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 14:50
        New rotational bands in <sup>192</sup>Tl 20m
        Speaker: Mr Jayson Easton (iThemba LABS and University of the Western Cape)
      • 15:10
        Search for Chiral Structures in <sup>193</sup>Tl 20m
        Speaker: Mr Joram Ndayishimye (Stellenbosch University)
    • 14:10 15:30
      Photonics: Beams

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Daniel Esser (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 14:30
        High-dimensional Entanglement 20m
        Speaker: Ms Melanie McLaren (CSIR)
      • 14:50
        Non-Specialist Talk - Digital Holograms 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Andrew Forbes (CSIR/NLC)
    • 14:10 15:30
      Space Science: Pulsations and Ionosphere (2)
      Convener: Mr Lifa Mbuli (SANSA Space Science/University of the Western Cape)
      • 14:10
        A multiple instrument investigation of the nature of geomagnetic pulsations 20m
        Speaker: Mr Zolile Mtumela (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
      • 14:30
        Diurnal Double Maxima (DDM) structures observations in South Africa 20m
        Speaker: Dr Zama Thobeka Katamzi (South African National Space Agency)
      • 14:50
        Ionospheric Dynamics Observed Along the South-west African Longitude GNSS-receiver chain. 20m
        Speaker: Dr Ben Opperman (South African National Space Agency)
    • 14:10 15:30
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Prof. Kristian Müller-Nedebock (University of Stellenbosch)
      • 14:10
        The double coset ansatz for integrability in AdS/CFT 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Robert de Mello Koch (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 14:30
        Non Supersymmetric Large N Background for Two Yang-Mills Coupled Matrices 20m
        Speaker: Dr Alia Zaidi (University of Witwatersrand)
      • 14:50
        Two Loop Dilatation Operator in <i>N</i>=4 SYM 20m
        Speaker: Ms Stephanie Smith (University of the Witwatersrand)
        Slides
      • 15:10
        Geometries of quantum systems: Towards an AdS / Quantum Mechanics correspondence 20m
        Speaker: Mr Hendrik van Zyl (Stellenbosch University)
    • 15:30 16:00
      Tea Break 30m
    • 16:00 17:20
      Applied Physics Forum: Renewable Energy
      Convener: Dr Mmantsae Diale (University of Pretoria)
      • 16:00
        SEM analysis as a diagnostic tool for photovoltaic cell degradation 20m
        Speaker: Mr Gilbert Osayemwenre (Fort Hare institute of technology)
      • 16:20
        Model free kinetic analysis of biomass/sorbent blends for gasification purposes 20m
        Speaker: Ms Irene Mabuda (University of Fort Hare, Institute of Technology)
        Paper
      • 16:40
        Optimization of biogas by co-digestion using a field-scale bath digester 20m
        Speaker: Mr Patrick Mukumba (university io Fort Hare Physics Department)
    • 16:00 17:20
      Astrophysics: Extragalactic Astronomy
      Convener: Dr Ilani Loubser (North-West University)
      • 16:00
        Ram pressure statistics in the galaxy environments of the MareNostrum Universe simulation 20m
        Speaker: Mr Zolile Mguda (UCT Dept of Astronomy. UCT Astronomy, Cosmology and Gravity Center.)
        Paper
      • 16:20
        Central stellar populations of brightest cluster galaxies 20m
        Speaker: Ms Danièl Viljoen (Student)
        Paper
      • 16:40
        Using Galaxy Clusters to constrain Dark Energy 20m
        Speaker: Dr David Gilbank (South African Astronomical Observatory)
      • 17:00
        Extragalactic Large-Scale Structures in the Northern Zone of Avoidance 20m
        Speaker: Ms Mpati Ramatsoku (University of cape Town)
        Paper
    • 16:00 17:20
      Biophysics IT 4-4

      IT 4-4

      • 16:00
        Quantum effects in biological systems: An introduction 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Francesco Petruccione (South African Research Chair in Quantum Information Processing and Communication, School of Chemistry and Physics - Quantum Research Group,University of KwaZulu-Natal - Westville Campus)
      • 16:20
        Biophysical Characterization of Biologics 20m
        Speaker: Dr Stoyan Stoychev (CSIR – Biosciences. Molecular Biomedical Technologies Platform)
      • 16:40
        Optical tweezing, guiding, sorting and transfection of mammalian cells 20m
        Speaker: Dr Patience Mthunzi (CSIR - NLC)
      • 17:00
        Effect of epidermal absorption on laser treatment dose calculations 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Aletta Karsten (CSIR, National Laser Centre)
    • 16:00 17:20
      DCMPM1

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Prof. Japie Engelbrecht (NMMU)
      • 16:00
        Study of irradiation-induced primary defects in wide bandgap semiconductors 20m
        Speaker: Mr Johan Janse van Rensburg (University of Pretoria)
        Paper
      • 16:20
        On the T2 Deep-Level in Zinc Oxide Thin Films 20m
        Speaker: Dr Matthias Schmidt (University of Pretoria)
      • 16:40
        CMPMS Division Group Meeting 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Japie Engelbrecht (NMMU)
    • 16:00 17:20
      DCMPM2

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Prof. Johan Malherbe (University of Pretoria)
      • 16:00
        Synthesis and Characterisation of Titania supported Gold nanoclusters for Catalysts via Magnetron Sputtering 20m
        Speaker: Dr Richard Harris (Mintek)
      • 16:20
        Surface structure modification of Cu(111) by Sb dopants for temperature sensing application 20m
        Speaker: Mr Gebhu Ndlovu (Researcher)
      • 16:40
        CMPMS Division Group Meeting 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Japie Engelbrecht (NMMU)
    • 16:00 17:20
      Education

      Physics Education Division

    • 16:00 17:20
      NPRP: Clustering, break-up and spontaneous fission

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Dr Paul Papka (Stellenbosch University)
      • 16:00
        Investigation of the 11.16 MeV state of <sup>12</sup>C 20m
        Speaker: Mr fhumulani nemulodi (university of stellenbosch)
      • 16:20
        Multi-detector registration system for the study of multi-body decays of heavy nuclei. 20m
        Speaker: Mr Vusi Malaza (Stellenbosch University, Military Academy)
        Paper
      • 16:40
        The investigation of properties of short-lived SF isotopes (Z > 100) at the focal plane of VASSILISSA separator. 20m
        Speaker: Mr Alexander Svirikhin (Joint Institute for Nuclear Research)
    • 16:00 17:20
      Photonics: Beams

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Hermann Uys (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 16:00
        Detection of Bessel-Gauss modes by the use of digital holography 20m
        Speaker: Ms Yaseera Ismail (CSIR-National Laser Centre)
      • 16:20
        Azimuthal Decomposition of Optical Modes 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Angela Dudley (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 16:40
        Angular self reconstruction 20m
        Speaker: Dr Igor Litvin (CSIR/NLC)
      • 17:00
        Modal Analysis through Complex Amplitude and Phase modulation 20m
        Speaker: Mr Darryl Naidoo (Council for Scientific and Industrial Research)
    • 16:00 17:20
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Prof. Robert de Mello Koch (University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 16:00
        KMS states 20m
        Speaker: Ms Gwendolyn Barnes (University of Pretoria)
      • 16:20
        Biofilaments in assays of molecular motors: collective effects and the role of geometry 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Kristian Müller-Nedebock (Stellenbosch University)
      • 16:40
        Topological equivalence of polymers: regular isotopy in a projection geometry 20m
        Speaker: Mr Chris Rohwer (Physics Department, Stellenbosch University)
    • 17:30 19:30
      Poster Session IT Building

      IT Building

      • 17:30
        <sup>222</sup>Rn activity measurements in water samples in the Montagu area, Western Cape, South Africa using the RAD 7 alpha spectrometer detector 2h
        Speaker: Mr Ryno Ryno (Univsersity of Stellenbosch)
      • 17:30
        A new white light emitting phosphor 2h
        Speaker: Mr Samy Shaat (Department of Physics at University of The Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        A review of the mobile LIDAR system developed at the CSIR and a proposed improvement of the system 2h
        Speaker: Mr Lerato Shikwambana (CSIR-NLC)
      • 17:30
        A saturation boiling model for an elongated boiling water target operating at a high pressure 2h
        Speaker: Dr G. F. Steyn (iThemba LABS)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        A Voltage Source Simulation Model of a Solar Cell 2h
        Speaker: Dr Betty Kibirige (Department of Physics and Engineering, University of Zululand)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Ab-initio Study of Elastic Properties of Ru-Cr and Pt-Cr Alloys 2h
        Speaker: Dr Malebo Tibane (University of South Africa)
      • 17:30
        Ab-initio study of structural stability of monoclinic, tetragonal and cubic ZrO<sub>2-x</sub>S<sub>x</sub> for 0 ≤ X < 2 2h
        Speaker: Mr Masilu Godfrey Mulaudzi (University of Limpopo)
      • 17:30
        AFM and SEM studies on iodine implanted 6H-SiC 2h
        Speaker: Mr Remeredzai Joseph Kuhudzai (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Automating self-calibration - a software solution 2h
        Speaker: Mrs Alida Odendaal (University of the Free State)
      • 17:30
        Calculations of structural and electronic properties of manganese dioxide 2h
        Speaker: Dr Rapela Maphanga (University of Limpopo, Materials Modelling Centre, Private bag x 1106, Sovenga, 0727)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Characterisation of grid tied micro-inverters using a solar array simulator 2h
        Speaker: Mr Brendon Mac Leod (NMMU)
      • 17:30
        Characterization and computer simulation of various biomass / coal blends for co-gasification for electricity generation 2h
        Speaker: Mr Polycarp Mabizela (University of Fort Hare, Institute of Technology)
      • 17:30
        Characterization of the by-products of the biomass gasification process 2h
        Speaker: Ms Irene Mabuda (FHIT)
      • 17:30
        Clebsch-Gordan coefficients for Scattering Tensors in Bi<sub>2</sub>Se<sub>3</sub> 2h
        Speakers: Dr Augusto Machatine (University of Pretoria) , Mr Prime Niyongabo (University of Pretoria)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Comparison of electrical properties of Schottky contacts on Si, Ge, SiC and AlGaN using sputtering, electron-beam and resistive evaporation 2h
        Speaker: Mr Tiisetso Mphuthi (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Comparison of the effects of annealing on Ni/Au and Ni/Ir/Au Schottky photodiodes 2h
        Speaker: Mr Phuti Ngoepe (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Computational simulations of graphene and carbon nanotubes 2h
        Speaker: Ms MOSHIBUDI SHAI (university of limpopo)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Computing in large high energy physics collaborations 2h
        Speaker: Dr Sahal Yacoob (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Design of a light beam induced current measurement system for the characterisation of defects in crystalline silicon solar cells. 2h
        Speakers: Prof. Ernest van Dyk (NMMU) , Dr Frederik Vorster (NMMU) , Mr Lucian Bezuidenhout (NMMU Physics Department)
      • 17:30
        Detection at Necsa's Accelerator facility. 2h
        Speaker: Mr Graham Daniels (Necsa)
      • 17:30
        Development of a novel low power microwave proton ion source for Van de Graaff accelerator 2h
        Speaker: Mr Cebo Ndlangamandla (University of Zululand)
      • 17:30
        Development of refractive delay stages for application in two-dimensional electronic spectroscopy 2h
        Speaker: Mr David van der Westhuizen (Stellenbosch University)
      • 17:30
        Diffusion studies of Xenon and Krypton implanted in CVD-SiC 2h
        Speaker: Dr Thulani Hlatshwayo (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Digital HF Radar for Antarctic Space Science Research 2h
        Speaker: Dr Kessie Govender (SANSA Space Science)
      • 17:30
        DLTS and I-V-T characteristicsof e-beam deposited Pd/W 4H-SiC Schottky contacts 2h
        Speaker: Mr Alexander Paradzah (UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Effect of temperature on spectral response measurements of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells 2h
        Speaker: Mr Maibi Malape (Fort Hare Institute of Technology)
      • 17:30
        Effects of the wetting process in wool and mohair fibres studied by small-angle neutron scattering (SANS) 2h
        Speaker: Mr Tjatji Tjebane (Necsa)
      • 17:30
        Electrical Properties of Mn<sub>0.5</sub>Co<sub>0.5</sub>Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> Nanosized Synthesized Via High-Energy Milling technique 2h
        Speaker: Mr HAFIZ M. I. ABDALLAH (School of Chemistry and Physics, Westville Campus, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X54001, Durban 4000, South Africa)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Energy transfer from Ce<sup>3+</sup> to Tb<sup>3+</sup> in low quartz and amorphous SiO<sub>2</sub> hosts 2h
        Speaker: Mr Kamohelo George Tshabalala (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Enhanced luminescence from Tb for the mixed spinel Mg<sub>x</sub>Zn<sub>1-x</sub>Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> 2h
        Speaker: Mr Wael Tabaza (Physics Dept, UFS)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Evaluation of a space-grade fluxgate magnetometer for a CubeSat 2h
        Speaker: Ms Electdom Siziba (Cape Peninsula University of Technology)
      • 17:30
        Fingerprints of chiral bands associated with multi-quasiparticle configuration 2h
        Speaker: Dr OBED SHIRINDA (iThemba LABS)
      • 17:30
        First-Principles Calculations of the Structural, Electronic and Optical Properties of PdN and PdN2 2h
        Speaker: Mr MOHAMMED SULEIMAN (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, Sout Africa.)
        Paper
        Poster
      • 17:30
        First-principles studies of extrinsic and intrinsic defects in boron nitride nanotubes 2h
        Speaker: Mr Matete Mashapa (CSIR)
      • 17:30
        Gasification characteristics of sugarcane bagasse 2h
        Speaker: Mr Anthony Anukam (Iniversity of Fort Hare, Institute of Technology)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Green density effects on the structural and magnetic properties of (Cd, Zn)<sub>0.5</sub>Ni<sub>0.5</sub>Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> 2h
        Speaker: Dr Thomas Moyo (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Half-metallic ferromagnetic ordering in Fe-doped diamond 2h
        Speaker: Mr Evans Benecha (University of South Africa)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Heat treatment of 6H-Silicon Carbide implanted with palladium at room temperature 2h
        Speaker: Ms Jeaneth Thokozile Kabini (Univerity of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Infrared thermography of operational photovoltaic modules 2h
        Speaker: Mr FILIPU YELTON NDLOVU (FORT HARE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY)
      • 17:30
        Investigating Dunedin Whistlers using Volcanic Lightning 2h
        Speaker: Ms Claire Antel (NASSP, UCT & SANSA Space Science)
      • 17:30
        Investigations of the Diffusion of Xenon Implanted in 6H-SiC 2h
        Speaker: Ms Thabsile Thabethe (University of pretoria (Tuks))
      • 17:30
        Laser mode control using an intracavity spatial light modulator 2h
        Speaker: Ms Liesl Burger (Laser Research Institute, University of Stellenbosch / CSIR NLC)
      • 17:30
        Magnetic phase diagram of CrIr 2h
        Speaker: Mr Pius Rodney Fernando (PhD Student)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Measuringcurrent – voltage characteristics of photovoltaic cells and module at various wavelengths 2h
        Speaker: Ms Nwabunwanne Nwokolo (University of Fort Hare, Institute of Technology)
      • 17:30
        Modification of Surface Optical and Electrical properties of bulk GaSb (100) resulting from a Sulphur- based chemical treatment 2h
        Speaker: Mr Davison Munyaradzi Murape (NMMU)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Nonlinear Optical Properties of Natural Dyes 2h
        Speakers: Maaza Malik (iThemba LABS) , Sidiki ZONGO (iThemba LABS)
      • 17:30
        Nuclear energy spectra calculated from derived single particle energies 2h
        Speaker: Mr Frederick Gbaorun (Benue State University, makurdi, , Nigeria.)
      • 17:30
        On the interface properties of an oxidised Au/Ni/AlGaN MIS structure 2h
        Speaker: Mr Matshisa Legodi (University of Pretoria)
        Slides
      • 17:30
        Optical properties of Mo-SiC thin film composites 2h
        Speaker: Prof. Ouassini Nemraoui (University of Zululand)
      • 17:30
        Optical Properties of SiN:H thin films obtained by hydrogen dilution 2h
        Speaker: Mr Sulaiman Jacobs (University of the Western Cape)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Performance monitoring of a Passive Flat Plate Solar Water Heating system 2h
        Speaker: Ms Ndlovu Nothando (Fort Hare Institute of Technology)
      • 17:30
        Plasma Characterisation of an Electron Cyclotron Resonance 2h
        Speaker: Mr Muneer Sakildien (iThemba LABS)
      • 17:30
        Polarized Dust Emission of the Nearby Starburst Galaxies M82 and NGC253 2h
        Speaker: Dr Lerothodi Leeuw (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Pressurized Water Reactor MOX/UO<sub>2</sub> Core Transient Benchmark Steady State Calculations with OSCAR-4 2h
        Speaker: Mr Mduduzi Ntuli (Westinghouse Electric South Africa)
      • 17:30
        Quantum Monte Carlo (QMC) study of Pressure-induced B3-B1 phase transition in GaAs 2h
        Speaker: Mr Cecil Ouma (Student)
      • 17:30
        Radiation damage of sapphire induced by ion implantation studied in nuclear and electronic energy loss regime. 2h
        Speaker: Anna Kozakiewicz (Wits)
      • 17:30
        Radiometric modelling of a satellite remote sensing system used for image generation 2h
        Speaker: Ms Lynette van der Westhuizen (CSIR)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Raman Scattering Tensors in tetragonal WO<sub>3</sub> 2h
        Speaker: Mr Malcolm Govender (CSIR)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Raman signatures of the modern pigment (Zn,Cd)S<sub>1-x</sub>Se<sub>x</sub> and glass matrix of a red bead from Magoro Hill archeological site, as a method to recalibrate the historical settlement chronology 2h
        Speaker: Mr Geoffrey Webb (University of Pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Rare earth substitutions in Mg<sub>0.5</sub>Co<sub>0.5</sub>Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> nano-ferrites synthesized by Glycol-thermal method 2h
        Speaker: Mr Prince Mkwae (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
      • 17:30
        Room Temperature (RT), 429 &deg;C and 600 &deg;C Ion implantation of Cadmium (Cd) in Glassy Carbon: Diffusion behavior and RAMAN Analysis 2h
        Speaker: Mr LESOLLE SEBITLA (PhD student)
      • 17:30
        Scattering tensors in Si and Ge 2h
        Speakers: Dr Augusto Machatine (University of Pretoria) , Mr PRIME NIYONGABO (University of Pretoria)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Search for Collinear Multi Body Decays of Low Excited Nuclear Systems“An Overview” 2h
        Speaker: Dr Noel Mkhululi Jacobs (Stellenbosch University)
        Slides
      • 17:30
        Simulating indirect IR femtosecond pulse shaping 2h
        Speaker: Ms Nicolene Botha (NLC)
      • 17:30
        Simulation of a pencil proton beam through a phantom of water. 2h
        Speaker: Ms Carmen Jacobs (NECSA)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Solid state reaction between zirconium and silicon carbide at elevated temperatures 2h
        Speaker: Mr eric njoroge (university of pretoria)
      • 17:30
        Standard Model Higgs→WW with hadronic tau decays in ATLAS 2h
        Speakers: Mrs Claire Lee (University of Johannesburg) , Prof. Ketevi Assamagan (Brookhaven National Laboratory) , Prof. Simon Connell (University of Johannesburg)
      • 17:30
        Statistical &gamma decay studies at iThemba LABS 2h
        Speaker: Dr D NEGI (iThemba LABS, P.O. Box 722, Somerset West 7129, South Africa)
      • 17:30
        Structural and luminescence properties of yellow Y3Al5012:Ce3+ thin film phosphors prepared by Pulsed Laser Deposition 2h
        Speaker: Dr kittessa Roro (CSIR)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Structural properties of some defects in tin-dioxide (SnO<sub>2</sub>) 2h
        Speaker: Mr James Ntimane (University of Limpopo)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Synergistic evaluation of the biomass/coal blends for co-gasification purposes 2h
        Speaker: Ms Sibongiseni Gaqa (University of Fort Hare)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Synthesis and Characterisation of Ag/Cu co-doped nano TiO<sub>2</sub> 2h
        Speakers: Prof. Erasmus Koena Rammutla (University of Limpopo) , Mr Olatunbosun Nubi (University of Limpopo) , Dr Thuto Mosuang (University of Limpopo)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        Temperature dependence of current-voltage characteristics of p-silicon Schottky diodes for radiation-hard detectors 2h
        Speaker: Dr Sabata Moloi (University of South Africa)
        Paper
      • 17:30
        The Bound ground states of the Hypernucei with single Lambda particle 2h
        Speaker: Mr Ishmael Mmusi Gopane (none)
      • 17:30
        The effects of annealing on the quality of Pt Si Schottky contacts and the defects introduced in Si during electron beam deposition 2h
        Speaker: Ms Helga Danga (UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA)
      • 17:30
        The exposure levels of the saldanha population due to the high levels of natural occurring radiation 2h
        Speakers: Mr Alwyn Geyser (Stellenbosch University) , Dr Jacques Bezuidenhout (Stellenbosch University)
      • 17:30
        The structural and elastic properties of Ti<sub>50</sub>Pt<sub>50-x</sub>Co<sub>x</sub> ternaries using solid solution method employed in CASTEP 2h
        Speaker: Ms Rosinah Mahlangu (University of Limpopo)
      • 17:30
        The temperature dependence of the structure and magnetic properties of Mg-Mn-Co nanoferrites 2h
        Speaker: Mr Patrick Masina (School of Chemistry and Physics, Westville Campus,University of KwaZulu Natal)
      • 17:30
        Thermoluminescent properties of CaAL<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>:Eu<sup>3+</sup>, (Dy<sup>3+</sup>,Sm<sup>3+</sup>) phosphors prepared by solid state reaction 2h
        Speaker: Mr Manaka Mmakgabo Colen (Depertment of physics, University of South Africa)
      • 17:30
        Using streaked electron diffraction as an alternative to conventional femtosecond pump-probe electron diffraction 2h
        Speaker: Ms Andrea von Flotow (Laser Research Institute, University of Stellenbosch)
      • 17:30
        Variability of total electron content (TEC) over the crest of equatorial anomaly station UNZA - First results 2h
        Speaker: Dr Patrick Sibanda (Univeristy of Zambia)
      • 17:30
        What is the geomagnetic PC index? 2h
        Speaker: Dr Heather McCreadie (UKZN)
    • 07:30 08:00
      Registration & Tea 30m IT Building

      IT Building

    • 08:00 09:20
      Applied Physics Forum: Materials
      Convener: Dr Daniel Wamwangi (wits university)
      • 08:00
        New Interactive and Graphical Calculation Method for Setting up Isochronous Magnetic Fields in the Solid Pole Injector Cyclotron 2 at iThemba LABS 20m
        Speaker: Dr John Garrett de Villiers (iThemba LABS)
      • 08:20
        Induced Stress studies of RF Magnetron Sputtered ZrC thin films 20m
        Speaker: Dr Daniel Wamwangi (wits university)
      • 08:40
        Stability of high temperature operating Ru-SiC Schottky diodes using 6H-SiC as a substrate, and nickel as an ohmic contact 20m
        Speaker: Mr Kinnock Vundawaka Munthali (University of Pretoria and Polytechnic of Namibia)
      • 09:00
        Fabrication and Characterization of an AlGaN-Based Four-Quadrant Solar-Blind UV Photodetector Device 20m
        Speaker: Mr Louwrens van Schalkwyk (Student)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Astrophysics
    • 08:00 09:20
      Biophysics IT 4-4

      IT 4-4

      Convener: Dr RAYMOND WALTER SPARROW (CSIR - SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY ERA (BIOSCIENCES))
      • 08:00
        Comparison of optical techniques to measure melanin absorption 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Aletta Karsten (CSIR, National Laser Centre)
      • 08:20
        An FTIR study on the chlorophyll and apoprotein aggregation states in LHCII due to solvent effects 20m
        Speaker: Dr Jacoba Smit (CSIR Modelling and Digital Sciences / Synthetic Biology ERA (Biosciences))
      • 08:40
        Elastic response of lament networks with active cross-links 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Kristian Müller-Nedebock (Inst. of Theoretical Physics, Dept of Physics, Stellenbosch University)
      • 09:00
        Modelling the HIV epidemic in Africa 20m
        Speaker: Dr Alan Matthews (UKZN)
    • 08:00 09:20
      DCMPM1

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Dr Erasmus Koena Rammutla (University of Limpopo)
      • 08:00
        Real-time XRD/RBS study of platinum germanide formation on Ge<100> and Ge<111> substrates 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Craig Comrie (iThemba LABS)
      • 08:20
        Tunable half-metallicity in substitutionally-doped boronitrene 20m
        Speaker: Dr Aniekan Magnus Ukpong (Department of Physics, University of Pretoria)
        Paper
        Slides
      • 08:40
        Non-Specialist Talk - Materials analysis of the fuels for the next generation of nuclear reactors 40m
        Speaker: Prof. Johan Malherbe (UP)
    • 08:00 09:20
      DCMPM2

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      • 08:40
        Non-Specialist Talk 40m
    • 08:00 09:20
      Education

      Physics Education Division

    • 08:00 09:20
      NPRP: Nuclear Theory

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Mr Zipho Ngcobo (iThemba Labs)
      • 08:00
        Linking nuclear masses with nucleon separation energies 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Steven Karataglidis (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 08:20
        Application of the Isobaric Mass Multiplet Equation to the rp process in Nuclear Astrophysics 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Werner Richter (iThemba LABS, Somerset West)
      • 08:40
        Ground state properties of doubly closed-shell nuclei with the Potential Harmonic Expansion Method 20m
        Speaker: Mr Bahati Mukeru (UNISA)
        Paper
      • 09:00
        The formulation of a hybrid nuclear cluster potential 20m
        Speaker: Mrs Amany Kamblawe (Stellenbosch University)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Photonics: Lasers

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Filippus Roux (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 08:00
        Tm-doped double-clad fibre laser development 20m
        Speaker: Mr Riaan Riaan Stuart Coetzee (Stellenbosch University)
      • 08:20
        Wavelength Selected, Tm:YLF Slab Pump-Source 20m
        Speaker: Dr Hencharl Strauss (CSIR (National Laser Centre))
      • 08:40
        Challenges in developing a Holmium slab laser to pump a rod OPO 20m
        Speaker: Mr Cobus Jacobs (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 09:00
        Mid-Infrared doubly-resonant Optical Parametric Oscillator based on ZnGeP<sub>2</sub> 20m
        Speaker: Mr Wayne Koen (CSIR National Laser Centre)
    • 08:00 09:20
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Prof. Mantile Lekala (UNISA)
      • 08:00
        Equilibration of hot and dense nuclear matter 20m
        Speaker: Mr Tshilidzi Thovhogi (University of Johannesburg)
        Paper
      • 08:20
        Light flavor symmetry breaking for heavy baryons 20m
        Speaker: Mr Jaco Blanckenberg (Stellenbosch University)
      • 08:40
        Progress in Thermodynamics and Electrodynamics of Relativistic Fluids 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Azwinndini Muronga (University of Johannesburg)
      • 09:00
        Followup on the Monte Carlo simulation of MUSR using GEANT 4 20m
        Speaker: Mr Jonathan Hartman (University of Johannesburg)
        Slides
    • 09:20 09:30
      Walk 10m
    • 09:30 10:30
      Plenary
      Convener: Prof. Japie Engelbrecht (NMMU)
      • 09:30
        Plenary - <i>In situ</i> RBS and XRD investigation of thin film formation 1h
        Speaker: Prof. Andre Vantomme (Instituut voor Kern- en Stralingsfysica, KU Leuven, Belgium)
    • 10:30 11:00
      Tea Break 30m IT Building

      IT Building

    • 11:00 12:20
      Applied Physics Forum: Materials
      Convener: Dr Daniel Wamwangi (wits university)
      • 11:00
        Physics Publication Productivity in South Africa 20m
        Speaker: Dr Alan Matthews (UKZN)
      • 11:20
        Design of a high-resolution PID temperature controller for use in a low-cost thermo-luminescence system 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mduduzi Mbongo (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 11:40
        Morphological and Luminescent properties of Y<sub>3</sub>(AlGa)<sub>5</sub>O<sub>12</sub>:Ce<sup>3+</sup> powder phosphor 20m
        Speaker: Mr Sipho Dlamini (University of the Free State: Physics Department)
        Paper
    • 11:00 12:20
      Astrophysics: Extragalactic Astronomy and Cosmology
      Convener: Dr Lerothodi Leeuw (University of Johannesburg)
      • 11:00
        The mass overdensity of the Great Attractor as determined from a deep NIR imaging survey 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Renee C. Kraan-Korteweg Kraan-Korteweg (Astronomy Department (ACGC), University of Cape Town)
      • 11:20
        Cosmic Telescope Chromacity: apparent spectral distortions in a high-redshift, gravitationally lensed starburst/AGN 20m
        Speaker: Dr Roger Deane (University of Cape Town)
        Paper
      • 11:40
        Exploring Dark Energy and the Dark Equation of State 20m
        Speaker: Mr Gopolang Mohlabeng (University of Kansas)
    • 11:00 12:20
      Biophysics IT 4-4

      IT 4-4

      Convener: Dr RAYMOND WALTER SPARROW (CSIR - SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY ERA (BIOSCIENCES))
      • 11:00
        On the calculation of solvation free energy from Kirkwood-Buff integrals: A large scale molecular dynamics study 20m
        Speaker: Mr Wynand Dednam (Department of Physics, University of South Africa)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        Profiling of Nutrients and trace elements in Sorghum bicolor mutants 20m
        Speaker: Ms Zodwa Mbambo (CSIR – Biosciences, Natural Products and Agro-processing, Pretoria / UKZN Department of microbiology.)
      • 11:40
        Molecular modelling of calcium dependent protein kinase 4 (CDPK4) from plasmodium falciparum 20m
        Speaker: Tsepo Tsekoa (Protein Technologies, CSIR Biosciences)
    • 11:00 12:20
      DCMPM1

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

      Convener: Prof. Hendrik Swart (University of the Free State)
      • 11:00
        The Lattice Dynamics of Mercuric Chloride 20m
        Speaker: Dr Jonathan Keartland (University of the Witwatersrand)
        Paper
      • 11:20
        Volume element structure and roton-maxon-phonon excitations in superfluid helium-4 beyond the Gross-Pitaevskii approximation 20m
        Speaker: Dr Konstantin Zloshchastiev (School of Chemistry and Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal in Pietermaritzburg)
      • 11:40
        Analysis of Iodine Implanted 6H-SiC 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Johan Malherbe (University of Pretoria)
    • 11:00 12:20
      DCMPM2

      Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

    • 11:00 12:20
      Education

      Physics Education Division

    • 11:00 12:20
      NPRP: High Energy Physics 3

      Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics

      Convener: Dr Zinhle Buthelezi (iThemba LABS)
      • 11:00
        Relativistic thermodynamics: transverse momentum distributions in high-energy physics 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Jean Cleymans (University of Cape Town)
      • 11:40
        Studying Hot Many Body QCD 20m
        Speaker: Dr Will Horowitz (Department of Physics, University of Cape Town)
      • 12:00
        From chi-squared to Bayesian model comparison: Levy expansions of Bose-Einstein correlations in e+e− correlations 20m
        Speaker: Mr Michiel De kock (University of Stellenbosch)
    • 11:00 12:20
      Photonics: Materials

      Lasers, Optics and Spectroscopy

      Convener: Patience Mthunzi (CSIR National Laser Centre)
      • 11:00
        Computation of Amplified Spontaneous Emission in multi-element laser models 20m
        Speaker: Mr oliver collett (National Laser Center)
      • 11:20
        Syntheses and characterization of copper chalcogenide nanoparticles and their use in solution processed photovoltaics 20m
        Speaker: Mr Pierre Mubiayi Kalenga (University of Witwatersrand)
      • 11:40
        Solution – combustion synthesis and photoluminescence property of (Gd,Y)BO<sub>3</sub>:Tb<sup>3+</sup> phosphor powders 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Francis Dejene (University of the Free State)
        Paper
      • 12:00
        Capability of testing the ageing behaviour of incandescent lamps 20m
        Speaker: Ms Patricia Govender (CSIR DPSS unit)
        Slides
    • 11:00 12:20
      Theoretical

      Theoretical & Computational Physics Division

      Convener: Mr Gaotsiwe Joel Rampho (University of South Africa)
      • 11:00
        Fermi edge singularity and finite frequency spectral features in a semi-infinite 1D wire 20m
        Speaker: Dr Izak Snyman (NITheP)
      • 11:20
        Mapping Kohn-Sham eigenenergies onto vertical ionization energies 20m
        Speaker: Prof. Daniel Joubert (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
      • 12:00
        Structural and Electronic Properties of ZnO: a hybrid density functional study 20m
        Speaker: Mr Mahlaga Molepo (University of the Witwatersrand)
    • 12:20 12:30
      Walk 10m
    • 12:30 13:30
      Plenary
      Convener: Mr Frikkie De Beer (Necsa)
      • 12:30
        Plenary - Neutron imaging – a powerful set of methods complementary to X-rays 1h
        Speaker: Dr Burkhard Schillinger (Technische Universitaet Muenchen, Forschungsneutronenquelle Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM II))
    • 13:30 14:30
      Lunch 1h
    • 14:30 16:00
      AGM Thuto

      Thuto

      Annual General Meeting

      • 14:30
        Annual General Meeting 1h 30m
    • 17:00 23:00
      Banquet 6h Freedom Park & Voortrekker Monument

      Freedom Park & Voortrekker Monument

      Banquet function