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4-8 July 2016
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<a href="http://events.saip.org.za/internalPage.py?pageId=10&confId=86">The Proceedings of SAIP2016</a> published on 24 December 2017

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555. Biological photovoltaic building blocks for solar energy harvesting
Prof. Raoul Frese (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam)
04/07/2016, 09:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Winter School: The Biophysics of Cells and Macromolecules
570. Coffee fueling, Welcome & Logistics
Prof. Thomas Jarrett (UCT/Caltech)
04/07/2016, 09:00
547. Dark Matter
Prof. Pauline Gagnon
04/07/2016, 09:00
571. Opening Remarks
Dr Rob Adam (Director, SKA-SA)
04/07/2016, 09:25
563. Show on SKA
Mr Marty Schwartz (Unizul Science centre)
04/07/2016, 09:30
572. The State of the Universe
Prof. Steven Kahn (Stanford University)
04/07/2016, 09:30
556. The cytoskeleton and membrane: thermal and mechanical properties
Prof. Kristian Müller-Nedebock (University of Stellenbosch)
04/07/2016, 10:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Winter School: The Biophysics of Cells and Macromolecules
573. Particle Physics -- a window into the early universe
Prof. Heribert Weigert (University of Cape Town)
04/07/2016, 10:15
562. 556 - The cytoskeleton and membrane: thermal and mechanical properties
Prof. Kristian Müller-Nedebock (University of Stellenbosch)
04/07/2016, 11:00
548. Computational Physics Workshop
Prof. Rhett Allain
04/07/2016, 11:00
574. The Exploration of the Early Universe with the Large Hadron Collider
Dr Helen Hayward (University of Liverpool)
04/07/2016, 11:20
557. Single-Molecule Spectroscopy: Beyond the Ensemble Average
Dr Tjaart Krüger (University of Pretoria)
04/07/2016, 11:30
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Winter School: The Biophysics of Cells and Macromolecules
575. (2) Brief talks by UCT Physics PhD students
04/07/2016, 12:05
558. Higher order structures and noise filtering in biological signal cascades
Dr Musa Mhlanga (CSIR (UCT))
04/07/2016, 12:15
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Winter School: The Biophysics of Cells and Macromolecules
576. Lunch Talk: Exploring the early universe with the SKA
Dr Obinna Umeh (University of the Western Cape)
04/07/2016, 12:30
577. The Stormy Cosmos: Life and Times of a Waning Universe
Dr Michelle Cluver (University of Cape Town)
04/07/2016, 13:30
549. Computational Physics Workshop
Prof. Rhett Allain
04/07/2016, 14:00
559. Structure and Affinity of Protein Complexes in Infectious Diseases
Prof. Wolf-Dieter Schubert (University of the Western Cape)
04/07/2016, 14:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Winter School: The Biophysics of Cells and Macromolecules
578. Studies of Galaxy Evolution with MeerKAT
Dr Bradley Frank (University of Cape Town)
04/07/2016, 14:15
560. Studying large (>400 kDa) macromolecular complexes
Dr Jeremy Woodward (University of Cape Town)
04/07/2016, 14:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Winter School: The Biophysics of Cells and Macromolecules
579. Brief Talks by UCT Astro PhD students
Mr Bishop Mongwane (Department of astronomy, ACGC, university of Capetown) , Mr Moses Mogotsi (UCT)
04/07/2016, 15:00
550. Stories of Women in Physics
Prof. David Wolfe
04/07/2016, 15:00
561. An Experimental Physicist’s view of Enzyme Reaction Mechanisms
Prof. Bryan Trevor Sewell (University of Cape Town)
04/07/2016, 15:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Winter School: The Biophysics of Cells and Macromolecules
580. Panel Discussion
All Participants
04/07/2016, 15:30
523. Welcome Address
05/07/2016, 08:30
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
569. PLENARY: Neutrinos - The X-files of particle physics
Prof. Kai Zuber (Technische Universität Dresden, Germany)
05/07/2016, 09:00
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
PLENARY
2. A Multi-frequency analysis of dark matter annihilation interpretations of recent anti-particle and gamma-ray excesses in cosmic structures.
Mr Geoff Beck (University of Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
111. Are we gauging the pressure correctly?
Mr Greg Jackson (UCT)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
292. Development of a large mode area (LMA), high-power, thulium-doped fibre laser
Mr Daniel Morris (Council for Scientific and Industrial Research)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
134. Jet measurements in LHC
Ms Debarati Roy (Postdoc at Wits)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
97. Nonlinear dust-acoustic waves in the nighttime polar mesosphere
Dr Shimul Maharaj (SANSA Space Science/University of the Western Cape)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
376. Power Budget Analysis of Passive Components along an Optical Fibre Link of a Frequency Dissemination System within the MeerKAT Telescope Array
Mr Shukree Wassin (NMMU)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
375. Probing students perceptions of first year physics labs: a focus on learning and enjoyment aspects
Ms Munene Tlowana (Student)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
91. Structural and optical studies of cobalt and indium simultaneously doped zinc oxide nanopowders prepared using high energy ball milling technique
Ms Mahlatse Manamela (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
229. Yang-Lee and Fisher zeros in a model of adsorbing self-avoiding walks
Prof. Esaias J Janse van Rensburg (Mathematics and Statistics, York University, Toronto, Ontario)
05/07/2016, 10:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
244. A small-amplitude study of solitons near supercritical points
Dr Carel Olivier (SANSA)
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
60. Anti-Newtonian cosmological solutions in fourth-order gravity
Dr Amare Abebe (North-West University)
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
109. Beyond Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Computational Study on Advanced Lithium – Sulphur Battery
Mr CLIFFTON MASEDI (CSIR/ UL)
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
121. CZTS solar cell: CZT precursor layer deposition by electron beam evaporation and electroplating
Mr Antonie Fourie (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
245. Effect of 1.712 GHz RF-Clock Signal Distribution on 10 Gbps 1550.89 nm VCSEL Based Transmission over Single Optical Fibre for Square Kilometre Telescope Array
Mr George Isoe (Centre for Broadband Communication,Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
172. Jet substructure techniques for identifying boosted bosons in ATLAS
Ms Chane Simone Moodley (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
129. Physical models: A crucial link between reality and mathematical models
Dr Miriam Lemmer (North-West University (Potchefstroom))
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
41. Quantum Corrections to the Kink-Antikink Potential
Mr Zander Lee (Stellenbosch University)
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
516. Simulaser, a graphical laser simulator based on Matlab Simulink
Mr Cobus Jacobs (CSIR National Laser Centre)
05/07/2016, 10:20
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
249. Characterization of a Direct Current Discharge Based Microthruster
Mr William Wright (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
124. Evaluation of sputtering-induced surface roughness of polycrystalline Ni/Cu multilayers thin films with AES and ToF-SIMS depth profiling
Mr XinLiang Yan (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
176. Free-space Optical Communications through Turbulence
Mr Mitchell Cox (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
136. Gas sensing applications of Cobalt and Indium double-doped ZnO nanoparticles prepared by sol-gel method
Mr Mpho Maswanganye (Universtity of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
352. Parallel computing solutions to the Balitsky-Kovchegov equation
Mrs Charlotte Hillebrand-Viljoen (UCT)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
491. Probing accretion in magnetic Cataclysmic Variables through fast photometry
Mr Hannes Breytenbach (University of Cape Town)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
95. Spectroscopy of the low-lying excitation region in <sup>9</sup>B
Dr Marín-Lámbarri Daniel José (University of the Western Cape/ iThemba LABS)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
421. The interaction of high power cw laser beams with weakly absorbing optical elements
Mr Rocky Ramokolo (CSIR, National Laser Centre)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
6. Understanding of vector addition and subtraction by first year university students: graphical versus algebraic methods
Dr Emanuela Carleschi (Department of Physics, University of Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 11:10
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
196. Confirmation of low latitude electrodynamics in driving poleward waves
Dr John Bosco Habarulema (South African National Space Agency)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
424. Coulomb excitation reorientation effect of the first 2<sup>+</sup> state at 4.439 MeV in <sup>12</sup>C
Dr Kumar Raju Mukhi (University of the Western Cape)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
500. Investigation of the isochronal annealing profiles of the E centres in n-type silicon
Mr Abraham Barnard (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
269. Kozai-Lidov mechanism in LS I +61 303?
Mr Itumeleng Monageng (SAAO/UCT)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
276. Laser Effect on the RF Signal Stability for Clock Signal Distribution over Optical Fibre
Ms Phumla Dlamini (optical fibre research unit (nelson mandela metropolitan university))
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
252. Postgraduate Studies: Influences that make students to choose their respective research fields
Dr Buyi Sondezi (University of Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
260. Proton induced radiation damage to the fluorescence capability of plastic scintillators for the Tile Calorimeter of ATLAS
Ms Harshna Jivan (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
145. Quantum Boltzmann evolution of the Quark-Gluon Plasma
Mr William Grunow (University of Cape Town)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
544. SILVER MEDALLIST LECTURE: Manipulating Structured Light
Dr Angela Dudley (CSIR National Laser Centre)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
127. Ultrafast Excited state dynamics of a direct hetroarylation derived bithiophene-isoindigo copolymer and application in inverted ITO free solar cells.
Mrs Newayemedhin Tegegne (Stellenbosch University)
05/07/2016, 11:30
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
384. Ambient noise tomography (Passive Seismic) to image the Cape-Karoo transition near Jansenville, Eastern Cape.
Mr Lucian Bezuidenhout (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
318. COMPARISON OF TWO MODELS OF PROBLEM SOLVING IN PHYSICS: A STUDY OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA
Mr Ishiyaku Mbela Abubakar (College)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
419. Crystals Orientation Measurements of the iThemba LABS Segmented Clover Detector.
Ms Sinegugu Happiness Mthembu (iThemba LABS)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
264. Deep Level Transient Spectroscopy of GaSb/GaAs Quantum Dots
Ms Danielle Venter (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
442. Engineer inflation in realistic string compactifications
Mr Luca Pontiggia (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
98. Plasma Drift Modeling: Multivariate Analysis
Mr Makhosonke Dubazane (SANSA Space Science)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
194. Searching for exotic shapes in silicon-28
Dr Philip Adsley (Stellenbosch University and iThemba LABS)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
427. Studying the Star formation - Neutral gas relation in WHISP Galaxies
Ms Elizabeth Naluminsa (University of Cape Town)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
182. Synthesis of ZrC coatings in a vertical-wall CVD system
Ms Saphina Biira (Department of Physics, University of Pretoria.)
05/07/2016, 11:50
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
566. PLENARY: Women and diversity in Physics
Prof. Pauline Gagnon (CERN)
05/07/2016, 12:10
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
PLENARY
240. Atomistic simulations studies on the structural change in Li<sub>x</sub>TiO<sub>2</sub> (x: 2.82, 3.76, 6, 57) at high temperatures for energy storage in Lithium-ion Battery Applications.
Ms B.N Rikhotso (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
355. Determining the spectroscopic quadrupole moment Q<sub>s</sub> of the first 2<sup>+</sup> state in <sup>40</sup>Ar
Mr Makabata Jeremia Mokgolobotho (UWC)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
268. Interactions of xanthates and dithiophosphate on (110) nickel-rich pentlandite (Fe<sub>4</sub>Ni<sub>5</sub>S<sub>8</sub>) mineral surface
Mr Peace Mkhonto (Materials Modelling Centre, School of Physical and Mineral Sciences, University of Limpopo, Private Bag x1106, Sovenga, 0727)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
457. Lattice thermal conductivity properties of three binary type- I Sn clathrates from Density Functional Theory
Mr Peter Egbele (University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
335. Non-reversal Open Quantum Walks
Mr Hazmatally Goolam Hossen (UKZN)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
99. Quiet time enhancements over African latitudes
Ms Nicola Orford (SANSA)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
282. Simulations of systematic effects for 21-cm observations
Mrs Chuneeta Devi Nunhokee (Rhodes University)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
7. The Need for a Physics Olympiad
Mr Case Rijsdijk (ASSA/SAIP)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
58. The relationship between solar irradiance and cloud cover in Durban.
Mr Elison Ganya (UKZN)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
296. Ultrafast mapping of structural changes in organic radical salts
Mr A. Bart Smit (Stellenbosch University)
05/07/2016, 14:00
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
274. Colloidal InSe nanostructures: effect of morphology on their chemical sensitivity to methanol and formaldehyde fumes
Ms Mildred Airo (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
323. Digital simulation of many-body non-Markovian dynamics
Ryan Sweke (Ukzn)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
386. First Principle Investigation of Structural, Thermodynamic, Electronic and Elastic Properties of Ru-Cr-Z Ternary Alloys
Mr BHILA MNISI (UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
551. Problem Solving
Mr Douglas Clerk (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 14:20
92. Searching for the low-energy enhancement in <sup>91</sup>Zr
Mr Bonginkosi Richard Zikhali (University of Zululand)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
271. Study of the performance of a Cadmium Telluride photovoltaic system
Ms Petja Dobreva (NMMU)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
158. Supercontinuum Generation in Highly Birefringent Photonic Crystal Fibers
Mr James Jena (National University of Science and Technology)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
304. Survey of Southern Local Group Dwarf Galaxies.
Ms BRENDA NAMUMBA (UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
209. Understanding proton induced radiation damage in plastic scintillators using electron paramagnetic resonance and DFT modelling
Mr Chad Pelwan (University of Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
520. Using Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) to determine velocities of TIDs over South Africa
Mr Fiso Mahlangu (South African National Space Agency)
05/07/2016, 14:20
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
526. A comparison of measured TEC data with the IRI2011 and NeQuick 2 model results over the transition regions from low to mid-latitudes
Dr Patrick Sibanda (University of Zambia)
05/07/2016, 14:40
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
435. Application of Ag nanocubes for efficiency enhancement in organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices
Mr Lesias Kotane (Wits University)
05/07/2016, 14:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
329. Combustion synthesis and characterization of Eu3+ doped Ba5(PO4)3OH phosphors
Ms Puseletso Pricilla Mokoena (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 14:40
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
533. Division Meeting: NPRP
Dr Simon Mullins (iThemba LABS (Gauteng))
05/07/2016, 14:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
177. Electronic structure and bandgap of gamma-Al2O3:Ce compound using LDA+U exchange potential
Ms Winfred Mueni Mulwa (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 14:40
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
404. Galaxy Dynamics and Star Formation in the Inner Regions of SINGG Galaxies.
Mr Moses Mogotsi (UCT)
05/07/2016, 14:40
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
394. PIRANA, an all optical time-domain ptychographic pulse characterisation method
Mr Dirk-Mathys Spangenberg (University of Stellenbosch)
05/07/2016, 14:40
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
147. Quantum channel tomography with classical light
Mr Bienvenu Ndagano (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 14:40
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
288. Beyond &frac12;-BPS: Symmetry Generators in <i>su(2)</i> and <i>su(3)</i>
Ms Laila Tribelhorn (Student)
05/07/2016, 15:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
189. Computational study of TiO<sub>2</sub> polymorphs as an anode material for energy storage devices
Mr Mulatedzi Gandamipfa (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 15:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
529. Division Meeting: Astrophysics and Space Science
Dr Christian Engelbrecht (University of Johannesburg) , Dr John Bosco Habarulema (South African National Space Agency)
05/07/2016, 15:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
530. Division Meeting: Astrophysics and Space Science
Dr Christian Engelbrecht (University of Johannesburg) , Dr John Bosco Habarulema (South African National Space Agency)
05/07/2016, 15:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Space Science
552. Newton's Laws
Mr Case Rijsdijk (SAAO (retd))
05/07/2016, 15:00
338. Structural and optical properties of Holmium doped α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> nanoparticles
Ms Langutani Mathevula (Department of Physics, University of South Africa, P. O. Box 392, 0003, south Africa)
05/07/2016, 15:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
401. Supercontinuum characterisation and compression
Mr Ruan Viljoen (Stellenbosch University)
05/07/2016, 15:00
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
131. Synthesis and characterization of Titanium dioxide nanotubes using electrochemical anodization system for solar cell application.
Mr Mpheleki Lupiwana (1Fort Hare Institute of Technology (FHIT), University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X1314, Alice, 5700, Republic of South Africa. 2Chemistry department, University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X1314, Alice, 5700, Republic of South Africa.)
05/07/2016, 15:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
309. The photocatalytic degradation study of Rhodamine B using zinc oxide as an alternative catalyst to titanium dioxide
Mr Siyabonga Nkabinde (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 15:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
353. Boundary Current Response in Ba<sub>0.34</sub>K<sub>0.64</sub>Fe<sub>2</sub>As<sub>2</sub> Single Crystals Probed by Non-Resonant Microwave Absorption.
Ms Tshiwela Caroline Ramashitja (University of South Africa)
05/07/2016, 15:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
307. Characterisation of the optical thermometry properties of a phosphor material
Mr Lucas Erasmus (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 15:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
68. Determining resonance parameter from experimental cross-sections of Coulomb scattering.
Mr Paul Vaandrager (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 15:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
513. Investigating the optical properties of ANDi-PCFs for nonlinear imaging application
Mr George Okyere Dwapanyin (Stellenbosch University)
05/07/2016, 15:20
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
397. The SCC-DFTB study of H<sub>2</sub>O interaction with TiO<sub>2</sub> supported Pd catalyst
Ms Moyahabo Hellen Chuma (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 15:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
113. Wilson Lines and Color-Neutral Operators in the Color Glass Condensate
Mrs Judith Zeilinger (University of Cape Town)
05/07/2016, 15:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
9. Ab − initio study of transition metals impurities and stability of complexes in Ge.
Mr Emmanuel Igumbor (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
486. Application of uniaxial stress with Laplace DLTS as a structure sensitive characterization technique.
Mr Kian Ostvar (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
501. Astronomy for Teachers Update: Teaching the Strand Planet Earth and Beyond in Primary School Natural Science
Prof. Lerothodi Leeuw (University of South Africa)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track E - Physics Education
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
393. Beneficial effects of Cobalt on ZrNb alloy using density functional theory and virtual crystal approximation.
Mr Magoja Martinus Malebati (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
69. Blue-yellow luminescence of Eu-doped CaSnO3 nanopowders synthesized by the sol-gel autocombustion process
Prof. F. Birhanu Dejene (UFS) , Dr Moges Tsega Yihunie (University of the Free State (qwaqwa campus))
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
40. Ce<sub>1-x</sub>La<sub>x</sub>Cu<sub>4</sub>Al as a case study for the investigation of Ce 4<i>f</i> wave function evolution from a coherent to a local Kondo effect
Dr Emanuela Carleschi (Department of Physics, University of Johannesburg, PO Box 524, Auckland Park 2006, South Africa)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
450. Characterisation of the optical properties of silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) for use in the enhancement of the performance of an organic photovoltaic (OPV) device.
Dr Joseph Kirui (University of Venda) , Mr Kenneth Baloyi (University of Venda) , Mr Lordwell Jhamba (University of Venda)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
259. Characterization of Complex Spinel LiMn<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> Nanosheet Simulated via Armorphization and Recrystalization Technique
Ms Raesibe Sylvia Ledwaba (Physics)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
510. Commissioning of a Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) system for III-V semiconductor growth
Prof. Chris Theron (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
156. Computer simulation studies of spinel LiMn<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> surfaces
Mr David Magolego Tshwane (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
496. Crystal orientation of the iThemba LABS segmented clover detector
Mr Sive Noncolela (UWC)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
143. Density functional theory study of PtS surfaces
Ms Mamogo Masenya (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
142. Density Functional Theory study of stability of rutile MnO<sub>2</sub>, VO<sub>2</sub> and TiO<sub>2</sub>
Ms Khomotso Maenetja (University Of Limpopo (MMC))
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
164. Determination of spectroscopic quadrupole moment of the first excited state in 32S.
Mr Lihleli Mavela (University of he western Cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
203. Development of Metal-flux based Crystal-growth Facility
Ms Buyi Sondezi (University of Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
179. Disentangling second-order effects in Coulomb Excitation Theory: (Reorientation and Nuclear Polarizability Effects)
Mr Elijah Akakpo (University of the Western Cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
312. Down-conversion process in Dy3+, Yb3+ co-doped TiO2 nanophosphor powder
Mr Mpho S Mokoena (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
56. Effect of annealing temperature on LiMn2O4 nanostructures prepared by chemical bath method
Mr Lehlohonolo Koao (UFS (Qwa Qwa Campus))
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
337. Effect of annealing temperature on the structure, morphology and optical properties of Sm<sup>3+</sup> doped lanthanum phosphovanadate
Dr Kamohelo George Tshabalala (University of The Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
351. Effect of different synthesis methods on structure, morphology and magnetic properties of CoFe2O4 nanoparticles
Dr Nadir Osman (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
188. Effect of Eu3+ ion concentration on phase transition, site symmetry and quantum efficiency of ZrO2 nanocrystal rods
Dr Iorkyaa Ahemen (University of the Free State-Qwaqwa Campus, Private Bag X13, Phuthaditjhaba, 9866, South Africa)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
46. Effect of pressure on the nanostructured of TiO2 during recrystallisation
Mr Tshegofatso Michael Phaahla (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
347. Effect of refluxing growth time on structural, optical and luminescence properties of zinc telluride Quantum dots
Ms Sharon Kiprotich (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
382. Effects of doping ratio on structural, luminescence and transmittance properties of Ga–Doped ZnO nanoparticles by precipitation reflux method
Mr Jatani Ungula (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
332. Effects of precursor concentration on morphological, structure and optical properties of TiO2 synthesised via sol-gel method
Prof. Francis Dejene (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
472. Enhanced photoluminescence emission from Dy <sup>3+</sup> and Tb<sup>3+</sup> activated lanthanum phosphovanadate
Mr Selepe Joel Motloung (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
118. Estimation of non-prompt fake muon background in scattering of two massive vector bosons (VBS), W W → W W .
Mr Lucas McConnell (University of Cape Town)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
212. Estimation of the fake rate background in same sign W<sup>+mn</sup>W<sup>+mn</sup> production at the LHC with ATLAS Detector
Ms Xolisile Thusini (University of Cape Town)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
14. Evaluation of Fission Energy Deposition in the SAFARI-I Nuclear Reactor
Mrs Linina Jurbandam (University of Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
480. Feasibility Study of Electron Source Production at iThemba LABS
Ms Tebogo Lorraine (physics hons)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
418. Fine structure of the Isoscalar Giant Monopole Resonance in <sup>208</sup>Pb, <sup>90</sup>Zr, <sup>58</sup>Ni and <sup>40</sup>Ca using medium energy Alpha-particle Scattering at Zero Degree
Mr Nolan Botha (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
76. First-principle study of Ti<sub>50-x</sub>Pt<sub>50</sub>Zr<sub>x</sub> High temperature shape memory alloys
Mr Mordecai Mashamaite (Materials Modeling Centre)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
469. Growth and characterization of RuO<sub>2</sub> thin films nanostructures
Ms Nelisiwe Chonco (University of Zululand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
303. High energy electron irradiation influence on the Schottky barrier hieght and the Richardson constant on Pd/ZnO Schottky barrier diodes
Mr Meehleketo Advice Mayimele (university of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
365. High temperature and phase transformation studies of Pt<sub>3</sub>Al compounds
Ms CHRESTINAH MKHONTO (SAIP MEMBERSHIP)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
485. Identification of a third stable state associated with E3 center in GaAs.
Ms Fatemeh Taghizadeh (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
389. Influence of Hexamethylenetetramine on the Low Temperature Chemical Bath Deposited ZnO Nanorods
Mr Benard Saamwel Mwankemwa (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
258. Interplay of antiferromagnetic and Kondo effect in Ce<sub>8</sub>Pd<sub>24</sub>Al
Mr Aiman Bashir (University of the Western Cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
63. Investigating the Gamma-Ray Strength Function in 74Ge using the Ratio Method
Mr Khanyisa Sowazi (University of the Western Cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
433. Iron (III) Oxide Nanostructured Thin Films Based Selective Solar Absorber for Concentrating Solar Power Application
Mr Mduduzi Mbongo (University of South Africa)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
253. Magnetic and Kondo behaviour in Ce8Pd24(Al1-xSnx)
Prof. Moise Bertin Tchoula Tchokonte (Department of Physics, University of the Western Cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
191. Magnetic properties of Cr +2.9 at.% Al thin films
Ms patience mudau (University of Johannesbug)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
161. Measurement of the first &frac12;<sup>+</sup> state in <sup>9</sup>B<sup>*</sup>
Mr ndinannyi justice mukwevho (university of the western cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
291. Measurement of the surface potential of AlGaAs/GaAs heterostructures using Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy
Mr Christian Kameni Boumenou (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
396. Microwave-assisted method derived ZnO nanostructures with various morphologies: Effect of pH on PL, magnetic and sensing properties.
Ms Katekani Shingange (CSIR and UFS)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
295. Molecular dynamics simulations of the interactions between water molecules and sulphide nanoparticles
Dr Mofuti Mehlape (University Of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
96. Molecular dynamics studies of Lithium intercalation into amorphous structure of Titanium dioxide (TiO<sub>2</sub>) nanoparticle
Dr Malili Matshaba (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
190. Neutron irradiation and damage assessment of plastic scintillators of the TILECAL section of the ATLAS detector.
Ms Joyful Mdhluli (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
364. Novel method to make a calibrated thoron source
Mr Elmughera Elhag (University of the Western Cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
305. Optimisation of spin-coating parameters for fabrication of thin film polyaniline-based nuclear radiation sensors
Mr Jimmy Mokoean (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
286. Optimizing the 90 degree scattering setup for determining the coordinates of the interaction points inside the iThemba LABS segmented clover detector.
Mr Jayson Easton (iThemba LABS)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
426. Orientation of the Ge Crystals of the iThemba LABS Segmented Clover Detector
Dr Tshepo Dinoko (iThemba LABS)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
278. Particle and gamma decay studies: an update on the K600
Dr Retief Neveling (iThemba LABS)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
49. Phase Stability Study of Nickel Doped Spinel LiMn<sub>2</sub> O<sub>4</sub> Using Cluster Expansion Method
Mr kemeridge Tumelo Malatji (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
466. Physics of the artisanal mining of sandstones in a rural community
Prof. Mulaba-Bafubiandi Antoine F. (University of Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track E - Physics Education
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
174. Pick-off annihilation of delocalized positronium in BaF2 at elevated temperatures
Thulani Jili (University of Zululand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
85. Precise visualisation of dispersive low-energy features in ARPES spectra
Ms Chani van Niekerk (Department of Physics, University of Johannesburg, PO Box 524, Auckland Park 2006, South Africa)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
294. Preparation of organically modified Vermiculite and calculation of intercalation energies of polymers into both unmodified and organically modified Vermiculite
Mr Michael Feredi Phala (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
3. Problems with the calculation of the refractive index of In<sub>x</sub>Ga<sub>1-x</sub>As
Prof. Japie Engelbrecht (Centre for HRTEM, NMMU)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
101. Pulsed laser deposited KY3F10:Ho3+ phosphor thin films
Mr Nebiyu Debelo (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
207. Role of swift heavy ion irradiation on structural and magnetic properties of Ti<sub>0.95</sub>Co<sub>0.05</sub>O<sub>2-δ</sub> epitaxial thin films
Dr PANKAJ MOHANTY (University of Johanneburg)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
31. Self-efficacy beliefs of physical science teachers
Dr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track E - Physics Education
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
407. Simulating Iron Oxide Nanoparticle Oscillations in different Electric Fields.
Dr Richard Harris (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
293. Sol-gel synthesis of Zn<sub>2</sub>SiO<sub>4</sub>:Mn<sup>2+</sup> phosphors and the effect of rare-earth ions co-doping on their photoluminescence
Dr Pontsho Sylvia Mbule (University of South Africa)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
437. Spectroscopic investigation of charge and energy transfer in P3HT/GO nanocomposites
Mr Fokotsa Molefe (UNISA)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
497. spectroscopy of proton unbound states in 32Cl for nuclear structure and astrophysical studies.
Mr mohamed kamil (university of western cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
325. Structural prediction of β-MnO2 nanoclusters using global search techniques
Mr Phala Masoga (University of Limpopo)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
80. Structure and luminescence of sol-gel spin coated ZnO films
Mr Emad Hasabeldaim (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
222. Surface Brillouin scattering studies of VC thin films deposited on SiC
Mr Kudakwashe Jakata (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
447. Synthesis and characterization of gold nanoparticles and their functionalization using dodecanethiol
Mr Ndivhuwo Shumbula (University of Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
33. Synthesize and characterisation of optical properties of a down-converting Y<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> phosphor co-doped with Bi<sup>3+</sup> and Yb<sup>3+</sup>.
Mr Edward Lee (University of the Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
226. The &frac12; --> &frac12; branch in <sup>19</sup>Ne &beta; -decay
Ms Phumzile Zandile Mabika (University of Zululand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
314. The Bottom-up synthesis and characterization of molybdenum dichalcogenide nanomaterials for applications in supercapacitors
Mr Zakhele Ndala (University of the Witwatersrand)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
414. The Effect of Annealing Temperature on the Sensitivity and Selectivity of TiO<sub>2</sub> base Gas Sensors
Ms Zamaswazi Tshabalala (CSIR and UFS)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
23. The effects of Cd2+ concentration on the structure, optical and luminescence properties of MgAl2O4:x% Cd2+ nanophosphor prepared by sol-gel method
Dr Setumo Victor Motloung (Sefako Makgatho Health Science University)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
403. The Spectroscopy of <sup>162</sup>Hf at Low and High Spins
Ms Nontobeko Khumalo (University Of the Western Cape/iThemba LABS)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
322. Thermal stability of titanium Schottky contacts and defects introduced in epitaxial p-Si
Ms Helga Tariro Danga (University of Pretoria)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
57. Thermoluminescence investigation of Sm<sup>3+</sup> activated NaSrBO<sub>3</sub> phosphors for gamma dosimetry.
Dr Ankush Kumar Bedyal (Department of Physics, University of Free State)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
30. University physics students’ perceptions of teaching methods
Dr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track E - Physics Education
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
32. University science students’ self-efficacy – A case of physics learning
Dr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track E - Physics Education
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
73. van Hove singularities in Sr<sub>3</sub>Ru<sub>2</sub>O<sub>7</sub>
Ms Jessica Tsuen (University of Johannesburg)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
301. Zig zag of quadrupole shapes in sd-shell
Mr Kenzo Abrahams (The University of the Western Cape)
05/07/2016, 16:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (1)
297. PLENARY: The SI Redefined: Counting Atoms, Single-Electron Tunnelling and Optical Atomic Clocks
Dr Wynand Louw (NMISA)
06/07/2016, 08:40
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
PLENARY
233. A Tunable Vacuum Ultraviolet Light Source and High Intensity Saturation of the Nonlinear Medium
Dr Charles Rigby (Laser Research Institute, Stellenbosch University)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
170. Coupling of single proton configurations to collective core excitations in <sup>162</sup>Yb: the nucleus <sup>161</sup> Tm
Ms SANDILE JONGILE (UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND/ ITHEMBA LABS/UNIVERSITY OF THE WESTERN CAPE)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
77. Fast neutron radiography observation of water absorption through porous media
Mr Graham Daniels (Necsa)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
234. How Cool is the Gluon Plasma?
Mr Dino Giovannoni (Rhodes University)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
192. Investigation of the number of time ground-backscatter occurs for all the beams and range gates using the SuperDARN SANAE HF radar data.
Dr Zolile Mtumela (South African National Space Agency (SANSA))
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
525. NON-SPECIALIST LECTURE: Optical Fibre Communication: Silica Information Super-Highways
Dr Timothy Gibbon (NMMU Physics Department)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
326. Orthonormal vector polynomials in a general pupil
Dr Cosmas Mafusire (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
137. The development of learners’ views on the nature of science in a science enrichment programme
Mr Vonani Michael Baloyi (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
290. The re-definition of the of mass
Dr Aletta Karsten (NMISA)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
28. Thermal Model and Tsallis distribution for Large Hadron Collider
Dr DAWIT WORKU (Cape Peninsula University of Technology)
06/07/2016, 09:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
470. Coupling of single neutron and proton configurations to collective core excitations in <sup>162</sup>Yb.
Mr Linda Mdletshe (University of Zululand)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
239. Excitation spectroscopy with vibration selective detection for self-absorption free rovibronic spectra of CO
Mr Andre de Bruyn (Laser Research Institute, Stellenbosch University)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
123. Ionospheric Disturbances During Geomagnetic Storm at SANAE
Mr Alicreance HIYADUTUJE (South African National Space Agency and Rhodes University)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
412. Residual stress measurements in leached polycrystalline diamond using X-ray diffraction and Raman spectroscopy techniques
Mr Maxwell Vhareta (DST/NRF Centre of Excellence in Strong Materials, University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
257. Short Path Length Energy Loss in the Quark Gluon Plasma
Ms Isobel Kolbe (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
71. Streams out of a Cloud
Dr Nathan Deg (UCT)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
267. Thermal Model Description of Collisions of Small Systems
Prof. Jean Cleymans (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
541. Towards a new standard for electrical current in South Africa
Prof. Mark Blumenthal (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
155. Using Design Based Research to improve teaching, testing and learning.
Mr Derek Fish (Unizul Science Centre)
06/07/2016, 10:00
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
107. Characterization of inclusions and defects in natural zirconia
Prof. Mike Lee (Centre for HRTEM, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Port Elizabeth)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
210. Coupling of single neutron configurations to collective core excitations in <sup>162</sup><sub>70</sub>Yb , the nucleus <sup>163</sup> <sub>70</sub>Yb.
Mr Jongile Sandile (University of Zululand) , Mr Linda Mdletshe (University of Zululand) , Mr Makuhane Sithole (University of the Western Cape)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
82. Graph theory and pulsar astronomy tie the knot: the use of labeled graph kernels in exploring the pulsar P-Pdot diagram
Mrs Maritz Elizabeth (UFS)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
512. Integrated optical tweezer and fluorescence microscope.
Ms Anneke Erasmus (Stellenbosch University)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
328. NLO Rutherford Scattering and Energy Loss in a QGP
Mr Abdullah Ibrahim (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
317. Optimising GPU Integration into the ATLAS Trigger
Mr Marc Sacks (University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
213. Physics of noise and its impediment to the health of mine workers
Mr AMOUR DORICK KOMBO TSOUMBOU (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
411. Probing quark gluon plasma in pA collisions
Mr Daniel Adamiak (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
374. Single-photon, single-pixel camera
Mr Gareth Berry (Structured Light Lab , School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
122. The mystery of black auroras
Ms Amore Nel (SANSA)
06/07/2016, 10:20
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
247. ADC trigger board for the PROMETEO test-bench of the ATLAS Tile Calorimeter
Mr Matthew Spoor (WITS)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
398. Characterization of elastic constants and electronic property of diamond-like carbon films.
Mr wilfred mbiombi (wits university)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
399. Long-term cosmic-ray modulation model: A simplified ab initio approach
Mr KATLEGO MOLOTO (NORTH WEST UNIVERSITY)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
539. Performance characterisation for Positron Emission Particle Tracking at “PEPT Cape Town”
Prof. Andy Buffler (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
438. Probing the role of mergers in galaxy evolution with HI profile asymmetries
Ms Jamie Bok (UCT)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
345. Production of ion beams with ECR ion sources and the pre-acceleration with injector cyclotrons at iThemba LABS
Dr Joele Mira (iThemba LABS)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
139. QCD thermodynamics in finite volume
Husam Mohamed (UCT)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
362. The efficiency of Hypericin used in Photodynamic Therapy Treatment with low intensity laser irradiation to induce the cell death of human breast cancer cells (MCF7).
Ms KIRO NDIVITO (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
61. The pedagogical orientation of 4th year BEd students in teaching physics
Dr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
468. The search for new bosons with the ATLAS detector at the LHC
Prof. Bruce Mellado (University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 11:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
165. BPS Geometries
Mr Lwazi Nkumane (University of the witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
540. Considerations when interpolating discrete measurements of continuous functions: applications to particle tracking in physical systems
Dr Thomas Leadbeater (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
349. EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF INNER SHELL IONIZATION IN AN ECRIS PLASMA
Mr Muneer Sakildien (iThemba LABS)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
340. Facile synthesis of mesoporous NiCo(OH)<sub>2</sub>/CNT composite for high performance energy storage application
Ms Faith Ugbo (Department of Physics, University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
19. Modelling Radiative Line Transfer in Maser Environments
Ms Ruby Van Rooyen (SKASA)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
432. Optical and electronic properties of silicon nanowires fabricated by Metal Assisted Chemical Ecthing
Mr Sfiso khanyile (Author)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
506. Optical interference with digital holograms
Mr David Gossman (University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
415. Photobiomodulation of Isolated Lung Cancer Stem cells
Ms Anine Crous (Student at University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
86. Solar energetic particles and their transport to Earth
Dr Du Toit Strauss (Centre for Space Research, North-West University)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
198. The production of multiple leptons due to heavy bosons at the Large Hadron Collider
Mr Abdualazem Fadol (University of Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 11:30
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
459. 3D Radiation-Hydro Models of the Circumstellar Environments of Evolved stars
Mr Elias Aydi (University of Cape Town - South African Astronomical Observatory)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
361. Analyses of heliospheric magnetic field data as input for ab initio modulation models
Prof. Renier Burger (North-West University)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
93. Change in the Angular Momentum Distribution due to Nuclear Plasma Interactions
Mr Thembalethu Nogwanya (University of the Western Cape)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
489. Evaluation of the Technical Feasibility and Economic Viability of Solar Heated underground fixed dome household size digesters suitable for Vhembe district of South Africa.
Mrs Sharon Ntuwiseni Mandada (University of Venda)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
16. Evolution of Yukawa couplings in 5 dimensions for an SU(3) gauge group
Mr Mohammed Omer Khojali (Wits University)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
225. Exciton dynamics of individual plant light-harvesting complexes as revealed by fluorescence lifetime and intensity shifts.
Mr Joshua Botha (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
524. Measurement of <sup>238</sup>U fission cross sections using quasi-monoenergetic neutrons with energies from 35 MeV to 100 MeV.
Mr Dieter Geduld (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
208. Search for a heavy scalar decaying into the Higgs boson and missing energy with the ATLAS detector
Mr Chad Pelwan (University of Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
169. Seeing is believing?
Mr Derek Fish (Unizul Science Centre)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
478. Tuning the Energetic Driving Force of P3HT-ZnO heterostructures for Enhanced Electron Transfer in Organic PV solar cells
Mr GUY LEBA KABONGO (Département de Physique,Université Pédagogique Nationale)
06/07/2016, 11:50
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
564. PLENARY: New trends in strongly correlated materials
Prof. Silke BÜHLER-PASCHEN (Institute of Solid State Physics, Vienna University of Technology)
06/07/2016, 12:10
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
PLENARY
94. Cosmic ray ground level enhancments: Power of pulse shape
Dr Olakunle Ogunjobi (Centre for Space Research, North-West University)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
554. Dale Taylor
Dr Dale Taylor (UCT)
06/07/2016, 14:00
146. Development of a free space, LED illuminated Spectral Domain Optical Coherence Tomography setup
Mr Nyasha Suliali (National University of Science & Technology)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
367. ESKOM, Irradiance and Sunny Skies - the physics of solar irradiance in South African conditions
Prof. Hartmut Winkler (Dept. Physics, University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
464. Measurements of W-boson production in p-Pb collisions with ALICE at the LHC
Mr KGOTLAESELE JOHNSON SENOSI (University of Cape Town/iThemba LABS)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
502. Modelling of Pyrite (FeS<sub>2</sub>) surfaces and adsorption of dithiophosphate (DTP) onto pyrite surface.
Mr Masilu Godfrey Mulaudzi (University of Limpopo)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
149. NON-SPECIALIST LECTURE: The gravitational wave event GW150914
Prof. Nigel Bishop (Rhodes University)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
542. Primary liquid scintillation radioactivity measurement capabilities of NMISA
Mr Milton van Rooy (Stellenbosch University)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
341. Strings with Finite Endpoint Mass
Dr William Horowitz (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
333. Upgrades to the iThemba LABS quasi mono-energetic neutron beam facility
Dr Frederick David Smit (iThemba LABS)
06/07/2016, 14:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
395. A study into the rate of photo-bleaching undergone by radiation damaged plastic scintillators
Ms Harshna Jivan (University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 14:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
440. Experimental characterization of a metamaterial optical polarizer in the quantum regime.
Mr Solomon A. Uriri (Center for Quantum Technology, School of Chemistry and Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal, 4000, Durban, South Africa)
06/07/2016, 14:20
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
553. ISLE
Prof. Eugenia Etkina
06/07/2016, 14:20
467. Radiation Shielding Calculation using FLUKA transport code for Radioactive-ion Beams Facility at iThemba LABS.
Mr Nkanyiso R. Mantengu (University of Zululand /iThemba LABS)
06/07/2016, 14:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
543. Secondary standard instrumentation used at NMISA for radioactivity measurement
Mrs Joline Lubbe (NMISA)
06/07/2016, 14:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
354. Solar power prediction model using quantum machine learning algorithm
Mr Makhamisa Senekane (Quantum Research Group, School of Chemistry and Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X54001, Durban 4000, South Africa)
06/07/2016, 14:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
75. The total solar modulation of low energy electrons in the heliosphere
Dr Rendani nndanganeni (South African Nation Space Agency)
06/07/2016, 14:20
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
511. Comparison of low frequency accelerometer measurement results obtained from three different laboratories.
Mr Vumile Tyalimpi (NMISA)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
532. Division Meeting: TCP
Prof. Kristian Müller-Nedebock (University of Stellenbosch)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
186. Effect of Solar tracking on a PV system operating in the CSIR (South Africa)
Dr Kittessa Roro (Energy Center - CSIR)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
446. Heavy quark production at forward rapidity with ALICE at the LHC
Ms Nomvelo Dindikazi (University Of Zululand)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
47. Investigation of Luminescence Properties of Dy3+ Doped different Alkaline based White-light emitting Phosphors
Dr Balakrishna Avula (University of The Free State)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
202. Irrotational-fluid cosmologies in fourth-order gravity
Ms Maye Elmardi (UCT)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
311. Measurements of gamma-ray production cross sections of proton beam at energies of 80-125 MeV with calcium target.
Mr AYANDA KUNYANA (UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
443. Single-photon probing of plasmonic waveguides
Mr Jason Francis (UKZN)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
64. TEC modelling over the African sector during geomagnetic storms
Mr Jean Claude Uwamahoro (SANSA Space Science, Rhodes University)
06/07/2016, 14:40
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
130. Accurate Volume Measurements of Irregular Objects at NMISA
Mr Bongani Ndlovu (NMISA)
06/07/2016, 15:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (2)
456. ALICE MUON software upgrade for RUN3
Sean Murray (CHPC/UCT)
06/07/2016, 15:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
65. Analysis of ionospheric response to great geomagnetic storms during solar cycle 23
Mrs Tshimangadzo Merline Matamba (SANSA Space Science)
06/07/2016, 15:00
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
531. Division Meeting: DPCMM
Prof. Japie Engelbrecht (NMMU)
06/07/2016, 15:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
528. Division Meeting: Photonics
Prof. Erich Rohwer (University of Stellenbosch)
06/07/2016, 15:00
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
324. Measuring prompt gamma cross-section data for Carbon target using AFRODITE clover detectors
Ms VIJITHA RAMANATHAN (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 15:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
368. The Shear-Free Perfect Fluid Conjecture in General Relativity: Progress
Mr Muzikayise Sikhonde (UCT)
06/07/2016, 15:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
410. The study of organic photovoltaics with Illumination intensity
Dr Kamalakannan Ranganathan (University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 15:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
284. Constraining Lorentz Invariance violation using directional correlations of Gamma-Ray Bursts with IceCube cosmic neutrinos
Dr REETANJALI MOHARANA (University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park-2006)
06/07/2016, 15:20
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
381. Cross Section Measurements for Neutron Induced Reactions on Bi Target using Quasi Mono-Energetic Neutron Beams of 90 and 140 MeV Energies.
Ms Thobeka Lamula (University of Zululand)
06/07/2016, 15:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
505. Electrical design of and reticulation to solar energy triggered microwave single mode system for sandstones processing: A feasibility study
Mr Tshilidzi Marwala (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 15:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
465. Neutral meson and direct photon measurement with ALICE
Andile Whitehead (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 15:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (2)
183. Thermospheric neutral density observations by radar
Prof. Michael Kosch (SANSA)
06/07/2016, 15:20
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
428. A comparison of neutron energy distributions unfolding codes used with a NE213 detector
Dr Mark Herbert (University of the Western Cape)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
153. A genetic algorithm approach to enhancing the performance of a PET detector array
Prof. Simon Connell (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
348. A high speed OCT system developed at the CSIR National Laser Centre
Mr Ameeth Sharma (CSIR National Laser Centre)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
390. A review on the benefits of Biogas Technology from the Renewable Energy, Environment and Agronomy perspectives
Prof. SAMPSON MAMPHWELI (INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
243. Advantages of Free Space Optics over Optical Fibre for Clock Tone Distribution in a 2.5 GHz Transmission Link
Mr Kagiso J Leburu (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
254. Africhino Quasi-Computer
Mr Kreason Aaron Naidoo (University of KwaZulu-Natal) , Ms Nonky Ramohoeba (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
238. Air Source Heat Pump Water Heater: PID Controller Based Control System and Optimal Energy Management
Mr YO NGOUA Nana (University of Fort Hare Institute of Technology)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
377. An ab initio density functional theory study of structural, electronic, magnetic and optical properties of Niobium diphosphide (NbP2 )
Mr Elkana Rugut (Elkana Rugut University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
15. Analysis of the rich optical iron-line spectrum of the x-ray variable I Zw 1 AGN 1H0707-495
Prof. Hartmut Winkler (Dept. Physics, University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
261. Analytical Results for the Tsallis Thermodynamic Variables in a Hot and Dense System
Dr Sylvain Mogliacci (UCT)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
184. Applying the technique of Ultrafast Pump-Probe spectroscopy on the main plant light-harvesting complex of spinach leaves
Ms Asmita Singh (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
48. Assessment of biomass torrefaction effect on gasification efficiency
Mr Anthony Anukam (University of Fort Hare)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
220. Calculation of air density through measurements of falling spheres
Mr Andrew McCaughna (University of Michigan)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
391. Calibration of a statistical method used to constrain pulsar geometries via light curve modelling
Mr Tiaan Bezuidenhout (NWU)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
241. Characterization and Compensation of Fibre Link Dispersion in a 10 Gb/s Flexible Network
Mr Duncan Boiyo (Centre for Broadband Communication, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
79. Characterization and implications of Soot generated from Pinewood gasification
Mr Aviwe Melapi (University of Fort Hare)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
84. Characterization and Thermal Load Impact of Reflective Coatings on a Low Cost House in Alice, South Africa
Mr Ochuko Kelvin Overen (Physics Department, University of Fort Hare)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
102. Characterization of a Q-Plate in terms of Hyper-Geometric Gaussian modes
Ms Bereneice Sephton (CSIR National Laser Centre; Wits Physics Department)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
371. Classical light simulations of quantum measurements
Mr Gareth Berry (Structured Light Lab, School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
140. Computational Model of solid-state lithium ion batteries
Mr Leta Jule (University of the Free State)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
216. Computerised Ionospheric Tomography (CIT) for supportive GNSS-derived ionospheric applications
Mr Ahsan Ansari (University of Michigan)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
5. Creation and detection of vector Bessel beams using digital axicons
Mr David Omoefe Idisi (University of Fort Hare, Alice)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
308. Density Functional Theory on a Lattice: Self-consistence Hartree plus Exchange Approximation.
Mr Kossi Amouzouvi (University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
256. DESIGN, MANUFACTURE AND PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF A WASTE HEAT RECOVERY UNIT IN A GASIFICATION PLANT
Ms Nwabunwanne Nwokolo (University of Fort Hare)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
454. Determination of thin silicon sample thicknesses using linear and nonlinear optical methods
Mr Wilfrid Ndebeka (Laser Research Institute, University of Stellenbosch)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
474. Development of non-linear microscopy infrastructure
Ms Anneke Erasmus (Laser Research Institue) , Mr George Dwapanyin (Laser Research Institue) , Mr Ruan Viljoen (Stellenbosch University)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
262. Development of Quantum Key Distribution System
Ms Marie Louise Umuhire (University of KwaZulu-Natal - Westville Campus, Durban, South Africa)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
461. Digital laser mode amplification using ND: YAG amplifier
Mr Teboho Bell (CSIR)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
441. Digitally transforming high-order mode to a high brightness beam
Mr Sandile Ngcobo (CSIR)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
242. Driven non-equilibrium systems modeled with Markov processes
Mrs Pelerine Tsobgni Nyawo (University of Stellenbosch)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
231. Dust heating by Alfvén waves using non-Maxwellian distribution function
Dr Zubia Kiran (GC University, Lahore, 54000, Pakistan)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
88. Dynamic Model to Evaluate the Performance of Residential Air Source Heat Pumps in South Africa
Mr YONGOUA Nana (Fort Hare Institute of Technology)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
117. Effect of annealing of P3HT:PCBM blend in the performance of organic solar cell devices
Mr Francis Otieno (Witwatersrand University)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
181. Effect of carbon doping on the structural, optical and electronic properties of zinc oxide nanoparticles synthesized by pneumatic spray pyrolysis technique.
Mr Luyolo Ntozakhe (1Fort Hare Institute of Technology (FHIT), University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X1314, Alice, 5700, Republic of South Africa. 2Chemistry department, University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X1314, Alice, 5700, Republic of South Africa.)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
275. Emission modelling of numerical hydrodynamical simulations with application to Active Galactic Nuclei jets
Mr Izak van der Westhuizen (University of the Free State)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
43. Enhanced properties of thermoelectric materials for technological applications
Dr George S. Manyali (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kakamega, Kenya)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
70. Facile hydrothermal synthesis of Ni(OH)<sub>2</sub>-graphene foam composite for supercapacitor application
Mr Abubakar Khaleed (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
320. Finding the needle in Galaxy Evolution: HI Stacking
Ms Julia Healy (Dept of Astronomy, University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
171. First-principles studies of transition metal defects in a molybdenum disulfide (MoS<sub>2</sub>) monolayer
Ms Noeliarinala Felana Andriambelaza (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
423. Follow up studies on delta Schuti star: HD 75656
Ms Charissa Button (University of Pretoria) , Ms Nosicelo Mrwetyana (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
383. Free-space data transfer using the spatial modes of light
Mr Lucas Gailele (Structured Light Lab, School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
204. Gas Accretion and Triggering in NGC 3998
Dr Bradley Frank (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
175. Generating Arbitrary Optical Vector Beams
Mr Mitchell Cox (University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
10. Geomagnetic derivation of current strengths and electric fields of three current systems in the ionosphere and magnetosphere.
Dr Jean De Villiers (South African National Space Agency)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
24. Growing zirconium carbide (ZrC) layers by CVD using ZrCl4 mixed with CH4,Ar and H2
Mr Bilal Alawad (Department of physics, university of Pretoria,0002 - department of physics, sudan university of science and technology, Khartoum Sudan)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
219. HF Propagation Systems for African communications
Ms Clare Luckey (University of Michigan)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
78. Improving gas sensing properties of multi-walled carbon nanotubes by vanadium oxide encapsulation
Dr George Chimowa (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
363. Ionospheric characterisation of the South Atlantic Magnetic Anomaly using a ship-based dual-frequency GISTM receiver
Mrs Annelie Vermeulen (UCT SpaceLab)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
221. Ionospheric Irregularities studies using GPS and radio astronomy interferometers
Mr Eric Vargo (University of Michigan)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
218. Ionospheric Scintillation Proxies derived from geodetic GPS receiver data
Mr Nick Azzopardi (University of Michigan)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
490. Isotropic energy and luminosity correlations with spectral peak energy for five long GRBs
Mr Feraol F. Dirirsa (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
473. Long-term measurements of temperature of the fermenting slurry within the biogas digesters at Vele secondary school
Mr Vhutshilo, M Nekhubvi (University of Venda)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
358. Long-term monitoring of TeV Blazars with the Watcher Robotic Telescope
Mr Johannes Petrus Marais (UFS)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
251. Low cost passively Q-switched laser
Mr Bigboy Madlala (Structured Light Lab, School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
330. Materiallurgy of macadamia nut shell explained using its physical properties
Ms Eloko Niclette (University of Johannebsurg)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
508. MCNPX based Radiation Shielding Analysis for the Mineral-PET Kimberlite Sorting Facility
Mr Eric Chinaka (UJ &amp; NECSA)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
38. Measurements of the hyperfine and weak field Zeeman spectra of Rb 85 and Rb 87
Mr Adrian Wyngaard (Cape Peninsula University of Technology)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
128. Metal Oxide N-doped CNTs decorated Gas sensors
Mr Ibrahim B. Usman (University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
436. Modelling and testing the effects of space radiation on space borne electronic components
Ms Holly Snell (SpaceLab, Dept of Electrical Engineering, University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
8. Modelling the Linke Turbidity for solar irradiance in South Africa
Mr LUTENDO CHRISTOPHER NETHWADZI (SAAPMB)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
154. Multi-wavelength variability and optical identification of a selection of supersoft X-ray sources
Ms Miriam Mumbua Nyamai (University of Free State)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
248. Multiparty Quantum State Sharing of an arbitrary unknown three particle state with GHZ state measurements
Mr COMFORT SEKGA (Botswana International University of Science and Technology) , Dr Mhlambululi Mafu (Botswana International University of Science and Technology)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
484. Nature of forces acting on the terrestrial globe
Dr Nicodeme Djiedeu (CEPAMOQ, University of Douala)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
280. New Calibration Sources for Very Long Baseline Interferometry at 1.6 GHz
Mr Mekuanint Kifle Hailemariam (University of Pretoria & Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
52. Nonlinear optical processes and saturated absorption spectroscopy in two and multi-level atoms: a theoretical and numerical study
Ms Meena Patel (Cape University of Technology)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
504. Novel PET detector with high throughput electronics for Mineral-PET
Prof. Simon Connell (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
334. Observing 5 MHONGOOSE galaxies with the KAT-7
Mr Amidou Sorgho (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
360. Open Quantum System approach to spontaneous formation of prebiotic molecules in interstellar space.
Mr Paul Els (NWU, Potchefstroom)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
507. Optical Spectra of Herschel Gravitational Lenses and their Astrophysical Implications
Prof. Lerothodi Leeuw (University of South Africa)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
53. Outreach and Education with the Virtual Observatory
Dr Khadija EL Bouchefry (HartRAO)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
270. Performance evaluation of a direct expansion bulk milk cooler on a dairy farm in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa
Mr Russel Mhundwa (University of Fort Hare Institute of Technology)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
89. Performance evaluation of a domestic split-type air conditioner in South Africa, a case study of ALICE
Ms GLORY BANTAN MAFOR (UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
499. Photo-thermal degradation analysis of single junction amorphous silcion solar module EVA encapsulation
Mr Gilbert Osayemwenre (Fort Hare)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
350. Physics of clayey soils to explain their geophagic, traditional pottery making and paints applications
Mrs Adeline Megne-Tiegum- (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
168. Prediction of Coefficient of Performance of an Air Source Heat Pump Water Heater under Two Critical Operating Scenarios
Mr Tangwe Stephen (University of Fort Hare)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
336. Qualitative comparison of advanced characterisation techniques of Photovoltaic cells
Mr Ross Dix-Peek (NMMU)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
289. Quantum state sharing of an arbitrary three particle state using Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen pairs and GHZ state measurements
Mr Comfort Sekga (Botswana International University of Science and Technology) , Dr Mhlambululi Mafu (Botswana International University of Science and Technology)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
479. RF Generation for Ion Trapping Experiments
Mr Naleli Matjelo (Stellenbosch University)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
494. Second stage distribution of biogas to an area of application after the first stage distribution has reached the zero pressure as displayed on the gauge
Dr DAVID TINARWO (UNIVERSITY OF VENDA) , Mr vhutshilo 1st mountaineer nekhubvi (UNIVERSITY OF VENDA)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
217. SQUID Magnetometer Filter Design and Data Analysis
Ms Megan Avery (University of Michigan)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
87. Stochastic differential equations as a powerful numerical tool
Dr Du Toit Strauss (Centre for Space Research, North-West University)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
483. Structural and dynamical properties of oxygen and cerium vacancies in cerium dioxide
Dr Thuto Mosuang (University of Limpopo)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
13. Structural and electrical properties of ruthenium thin films on 6H-SiC annealed in the air
Dr Kinnock Vundawaka Munthali (University of Pretoria and University of Namibia)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
366. Studying the thermal history of the intergalactic medium with the redshifted 21-cm line
Ms Diana KLutse (Rhodes University)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
281. suitability of quadratic gauge for non-perturbative QCD
Mr Haresh Raval (Indian institute of Technology Bombay)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
460. Surface Brillouin Scattering studies of Transition metal nitrides thin films deposited by RF Magnetron Sputtering
Mr Jonah Kuria (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
265. Surface Impedance Derived from the South African Magnetotelluric Network for the estimation of geomagnetically induced currents in the South African Power network
Dr Pierre Cilliers (SANSA Space Science)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
110. Synthesis of nanostructured molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) for photodegradation of organic dyes from aqueous solution
Mr Ntakadzeni Madima (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
114. The design and performance monitoring of fabricated Biogas Digester using plastic
Mr KECHRIST OBILEKE (UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
83. The design of a cost effective high precision time measurement unit for use in a Hanbury-Brown Twiss interferometer
Mr Stubb James (CPUT)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
44. The effect of activated carbon on the CO sensing performance of NiO
Mr Abubakar Khaleed (University of Pretoria)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
283. The effect of low level laser therapy on both HIV infected and uninfected TZM-bl cells
Ms Masixole Lugongolo (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
503. The Sub-millimeter Continuum Emission of Selected Nearby Active Galaxies
Prof. Lerothodi Leeuw (University of South Africa)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
263. The Wigner distribution function in modal characterisation
Mr Prince Mredlana (CSIR National laser centre)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track C - Photonics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
343. Theory of fast ion transport on nanoscale and computer exploration
Dr Alexandr Despotuli (IMT RAS) , Prof. Alexandra Andreeva (IMT RAS)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
150. Tin oxides nanostructures: Synthesis, characterization and their photocatalytic application.
Ms RAMOKONE CHRISTINA MALINDISA (UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
406. Ultrahigh-energy neutrino events in current and future neutrino telescopes from nearby Gamma-Ray Bursts
Dr REETANJALI MOHARANA (University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park-2006)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
151. Using Geant4 to create 3D maps of dosage received within a MinPET diamond sorting facility
Prof. Simon Connell (University of Johannesburg)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
346. Visualizing higher order Brillouin zones with applications
Dr Trisha Salagaram (University of Cape Town)
06/07/2016, 16:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Poster Presentation
Poster Session (2)
583. PUBLIC TALK: The dark side of the Universe
06/07/2016, 18:25
Oral Presentation
581. PLENARY: Probing the Mystery of Dark Energy With Billions of Galaxies
Prof. Steven M. Kahn (Stanford University, California)
07/07/2016, 08:40
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
PLENARY
35. 2HDM and the LHC
Mr Chuene Mosomane (University of Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
431. An overview of the University of the Western Cape Physics Department Physics for teachers’ program
Dr Mark Herbert (University of the Western Cape)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
417. CHPC WLCG Tier2 status, plans and user analysis.
Sean Murray (CHPC/UCT)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
55. Correlation study of multi-wavelength transient emission of selected CRTS cataclysmic variables
Ms Helene Szegedi (University of the Free State)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (2)
120. Hyper-entanglement for secure communication
Mr Isaac Nape (Structured Light Lab, School of Physics, University of Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
105. Modeling the JVLA primary beam using characteristic basis function
Mr Kelachukwu IHEANETU (Rhodes University)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
4. Modelling of Radiological Risks from Gold Mine Tailings in Gauteng Province, South Africa
Mr Caspah Kamunda (North West University (Mafikeng))
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
287. Near-Earth Object Avoidance Mitigation: Profiting One Rock at a Time
Dr Gordon MacLeod (HartRAO)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
400. Room temperature CH4 gas sensor based on Au loaded ZnO nanorods: The effect of Au loading concentration on sensing properties.
Ms Katekani Shingange (CSIR and UFS)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
237. Solar water geysers - a South African perspective
Dr phil ferrer (wits)
07/07/2016, 09:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
160. Chemical contamination and radiological risk assessment of Richards Bay waters
Mr Felix Bitrus Masok (University of Johannesburg)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
125. Development of an integrated model and system to enable optimal efficiency of the HartRAO LLR system
Dr Roelf Botha (HartRAO)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
246. Direction Dependent Calibration for the KAT-7 radio data
Mr Ermias Kassaye (Rhodes University)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
405. Effect of Hydrochloric Acid on the Structure, Defect States and Gas Sensing Properties of TiO<sub>2</sub> Nanotubes by Hydrothermal Method
Mrs Zamaswazi Tshabalala (CSIR and UFS)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
162. Getting WISE on Star Formation
Ms Tamlyn August (University of Cape Town)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (2)
232. HYDROGEN FUEL CELL STUDIES USING NEUTRON RADIOGRAPHY
Mr Frikkie De Beer (Necsa)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
148. Quantum transport with vector beams
Mr Bienvenu Ndagano (University of the Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
103. Quasinormal modes for a spin-3/2 field in the Reissner-Nordstrom black hole background
Mr Xolane Ngcobo (University of the Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
133. Teaching students problem solving with the ‘light bulb effect’ cognitive diagrammatic representation
Dr Claudia Albers (WITS university)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
173. The search for crystal undulator radiation
Dr Colleen Henning (St John's College, Houghton)
07/07/2016, 10:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
214. A beam quality measure for vector beams
Ms Hend SROOR (University of The Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
413. CODE-RADE - Community Infrastructure for the Delivery of Physics Applications
Sean Murray (CHPC/UCT)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
126. Generalized Geometry and Hopf Twists
Mr Hector Dlamini (University of Pretoria)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
144. Investigating gamma-ray fluxes from globular clusters
Ms HAMBELELENI NDIYAVALA (NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (2)
522. Meeting the World’s Needs for 21st Century Science Instruction – a synthesis of research and best practice
Mr Peter Horszowski (PERT INDUSTRIALS)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
463. Modelling and measurements of cosmic-ray related muon-fluxes in the Huguenot Tunnel near Paarl (Western Cape, South Africa)
Mr Robert Rangmou Dawam (Stellenbosch University)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
509. Physics behind the life cycle and life cycle analysis of artisanal clay brick making
Mr Madjer Monatshiebe Tshiyoyo (University of Johannesburg)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
50. Rethinking IIR filters as part of real-time pulsar astronomy
Mr Maritz Jacques (UFS)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
492. Sol-gel Synthesis and Characterization studies of Er<sup>3+</sup> doped TiO<sub>2</sub> nanoparticles
Mr Tsholo Talane (UNISA)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
517. Tube assembly experiments for optimal temperature sensor placement on the HartRAO Lunar Laser Ranger telescope
Mr Philemon Tsela (University of Pretoria)
07/07/2016, 10:20
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
546. Astronomy for a Better World!
Mr Kevindran Govender (South African Astronomical Observatory)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (2)
81. Beam-driven slow and fast electron-acoustic solitons in three-electron temperature space plasmas
Mr Lifa Nicholas Mbuli (SANSA/University of the Western Cape(UWC))
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
230. Exact Magnon Dynamics
Prof. Robert de Mello Koch (University of the Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
100. Formation of a Thin Film of AB compound Layer at a Low Irradiation Temperature under the Influence of Radiation Induced Interstitial.
Mr Samuel Akintunde (University of Pretoria)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
193. Simple models for cytoskeleton
Prof. Kristian Müller-Nedebock (University of Stellenbosch)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
201. Student understanding of vectors
Mr Ignatius John (CPUT) , Mr Martin Kudinha (CPUT)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
59. Test for traditional vibrational wisdom in 110,112Cd by two proton stripping
Mr Bongani Maqabuka (iThemba LABS/University of the Western Cape)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
342. The Analysis of Zh in association with missing transverse momentum using the CxAOD Framework with the ATLAS detector
Mr Skhathisomusa Mthembu (University of the Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
62. The long-term evolution of the helium nova V445 Puppis
Prof. Patrick Woudt (Department of Astronomy, University of Cape Town)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
481. Towards quantum feedback measurements with trapped Yb+ ions
Dr Ncamiso Khanyile (Department of Physics, Stellenbosch University)
07/07/2016, 11:10
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
21. AfriSprite campaign 2015/16
Mr Stanislaus Nnadih (SpaceLab, Electrical Engineering Department)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
166. Anomalous Dimensions of Heavy Operators from Magnon Energies
Mr Nirina Maurice Hasina Tahiridimbisoa (University of the Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
310. Characterising new Be/X-ray binaries in the Large Magellanic Cloud
Ms Johanna van Jaarsveld (University of Cape Town)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
331. Constraints on new hypothetical particles in the Higgs sector using LHC Run 1 and 2 data
Mr Stefan von Buddenbrock (University of the Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
535. Division Meeting: APPLIED
Prof. Ernest van Dyk (NMMU)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
227. Is the Abstract/Concrete Distinction a Useful Tool in Physics Education Research?
Mr Philip Southey (UCT)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
495. NON-SPECIALIST LECTURE: Trapped ions for new frontiers in precision measurement
Dr Hermann Uys (National Laser Centre, CSIR/Department of Physics, Stellenbosch University)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
223. Nuclear structure studies relevant to double beta decay of 136Xe
Bernadette Rebeiro (University of the Western Cape, South Africa)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
51. The Virtual Observatory Tools and its benefits
Dr Khadija EL Bouchefry (HartRAO)
07/07/2016, 11:30
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (2)
18. Automated Scheduling for a robotic astronomical telescope
Mr Deneys Maartens (SALT)
07/07/2016, 11:50
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
373. Computational modelling of sulphides mineral (FeS<sub>2</sub>)
Dr Thabo Letsoalo (University of Limpopo)
07/07/2016, 11:50
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
167. Interacting Double Coset Magnons
Mr Augustine Larweh Mahu (University of the Witwatersrand)
07/07/2016, 11:50
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
434. Magnetic Cataclysmic Variables in the Catalina Real-time Transient Survey
Ms Mokhine Motsoaledi (South African Astronomical Observatory)
07/07/2016, 11:50
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
115. Phase-II Upgrade of the ATLAS Inner Detector
Mr Guillermo Hamity (Honours Physics Student)
07/07/2016, 11:50
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
67. Resonances in odd-odd 182Ta
Mr Christiaan Brits (University of Stellenbosch)
07/07/2016, 11:50
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
200. Student difficulties with DC circuits: misconceptions or sense-making?
Mr Ignatius John (CPUT)
07/07/2016, 11:50
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
534. Division Meeting: EDU
Dr Sam Ramaila (University of Johannesburg)
07/07/2016, 12:10
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
567. PLENARY: Fire, Flares and Fusion: Some wanderings in Plasmaland
Prof. Manfred Hellberg (UKZN)
07/07/2016, 12:10
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
PLENARY
536. Annual General Meeting
07/07/2016, 14:00
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
537. Physics Bowl
07/07/2016, 16:00
General
Oral Presentation
538. Banquet Dinner
07/07/2016, 18:30
Social Events
568. PLENARY: Strongly Interacting Matter at High Energy Density
Dr Larry McLerran (Brookhaven National Laboratory, New York)
08/07/2016, 08:40
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
PLENARY
141. A comparative timing and spectral analysis of <i>Suzaku</i> X-ray data of the nova-like variable system AE Aquarii.
Dr Hendrik Jacobus van Heerden (University of the Free State)
08/07/2016, 09:40
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
298. Activated carbon derived from tree bark biomass for high performance electrochemical capacitors
Dr Damilola Momodu (UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA)
08/07/2016, 09:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
445. Analysis of Electric Circuits using MATLAB and Simulink
Mr Felix Ero (Lead City University)
08/07/2016, 09:40
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
29. BAGEL: the HPGe clovers array at K600 spectrometer
Dr Luna Pellegri (University of Witwatersrand and iThemba LABs)
08/07/2016, 09:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
37. Effect of Annealing Temperature on Optical and Electrical Properties of ZnO Thin Films Synthesized by Sol-Gel Method
Mr Trilok Trilok Kumar Pathak (Gurukula Kangri University, Haaridwar, India)
08/07/2016, 09:40
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
34. Exceptionally Crystalline TiO2 Mesocrystals with Enhanced Light Harvesting Characteristics for solar energy conversion
Dr Aiat Hegazy (National Research Centre)
08/07/2016, 09:40
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
451. Modelling of a 2 micron cladding-pumped cw Tm-doped silica fibre laser
Dr Lorinda Wu (CSIR-NLC)
08/07/2016, 09:40
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
159. NON-SPECIALIST LECTURE: Nonequilibrium processes and their fluctuations
Prof. Hugo Touchette (National Institute for Theoretical Physics (NITheP) Stellenbosch)
08/07/2016, 09:40
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
387. Development of high-power and high-energy solid-state lasers and amplifiers
Dr Hencharl Strauss (CSIR (National Laser Centre))
08/07/2016, 10:00
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
369. Fine structure of the Isovector Giant Dipole Resonance of neutron-rich calcium isotopes using the (p‚p′) reaction at zero-degrees
Dr Iyabo Usman (University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.)
08/07/2016, 10:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
402. Measurements of Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide in South Africa
Mr Azwitamisi Mudau (Natural Resources and the Environment)
08/07/2016, 10:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
39. Structural and luminescence properties of sol-gel derived BaMg2Al6Si9O30: Eu2+nanophosphors
Dr Ashwini Kumar (University of the Free State)
08/07/2016, 10:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
430. Tests that promote physics learning
Dr Mark Herbert (University of the Western Cape)
08/07/2016, 10:00
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
392. The contribution of photons from the circumstellar disc to gamma-gamma absorption in PSR B1259-63
Dr Brian van Soelen (University of the Free State)
08/07/2016, 10:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
42. Thermal effects on the plasmonic properties of Ag embedded glass based metamaterials
Dr Promod Kumar (University of the Free State)
08/07/2016, 10:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
285. 14 W Mid-Infrared Optical Parametric Oscillator based on Zinc Germanium Phosphate
Dr Wayne Koen (CSIR National Laser Centre)
08/07/2016, 10:20
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
20. Dose perturbation effects of unilateral Ti prosthesis in the dosimetry of 6 MV photon beam
Dr Nicholas Ade (Medical Physics Department, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein)
08/07/2016, 10:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
339. Dynamics and thermodynamics of open quantum Brownian motion
Dr Ilya Sinayskiy (School of Physics and NITheP, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
08/07/2016, 10:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
453. Low mass supermassive blackholes of quasars and the low frequency radio luminosity correlation.
Mr Zolile Mguda (UCT Dept of Astronomy. UCT Astronomy, Cosmology and Gravity Center.)
08/07/2016, 10:20
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
45. NIR quantum-cutting OF Pr3+ and Yb3+ Codoped Fluoride crystal
Dr Mubarak Yagoub (University of the Free State)
08/07/2016, 10:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
388. Observation of K-splitting in the Isoscalar Giant Quadrupole Resonance within the neodymium isotope chain using high energy-resolution inelastic proton scattering
Prof. John Carter (University of the Witwatersrand)
08/07/2016, 10:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
321. Computational study of TIO2 Brookite (1 0 0) surface doped with Ruthenium for application in dye sensitised solar cells
Dr Nnditshedzeni Eric Maluta (University of Venda)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
112. Dynamics of several ultra-cold particles in a double-well potential
Dr Tomasz Sowinski (Institute of Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
178. Holographic toolkit for optical communication beyond orbital angular momentum
Dr Carmelo Rosales-Guzman (University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
527. NON-SPECIALIST LECTURE: Photonics Prototyping Facility
Dr Darryl Naidoo (Council for Scientific and Industrial Research)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
344. Search for chirality in 192Tl
Dr Joram Ndayishimye (iThemba LABS)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
357. SILVER MEDALLIST LECTURE: 3D Models of Stellar Wind Interactions
Dr Shazrene Mohamed (SAAO)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
255. Spatially-Dependent Modelling of Pulsar Wind Nebulae
Mr Carlo van Rensburg (North-West University)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
72. Spectroscopic investigation of Tm3+ containing Lithium borate glasses
Dr Durgaprasad Ramteke (Department of Physics, University of the Free State)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
138. Teaching problem-solving by means of shoestring experiments
Prof. Deena Naidoo (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
08/07/2016, 11:10
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
250. Discovery of the First White Dwarf Pulsar
Dr David Buckley (SAAO)
08/07/2016, 11:30
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
132. Ferromagnetism in magnetic 4f-systems
Dr Volkmar Nolting (Vaal University of Technology)
08/07/2016, 11:30
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
356. Identification of chiral pairs in multiple chiral bands associated with the same nucleon configuration
Dr OBED SHIRINDA (iThemba LABS, University of Stellenbosch)
08/07/2016, 11:30
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
187. Internal quantum efficiency and energy transfer processes in Ce3+ co-doped ZrO2: Eu3+ nanorods
Dr Iorkyaa Ahemen (University of the Free State-Qwaqwa Campus)
08/07/2016, 11:30
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
1. Modeling of the Debye Temperature, Melting Entropy and Enthalpy of Nanomaterials
Dr Madan Singh (National University of Lesotho)
08/07/2016, 11:30
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
487. Operating the New Naval Hill Planetarium - An innovative and entrepreneurial approach
Prof. Matthiam Hoffman (Full member)
08/07/2016, 11:30
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
327. Orthonormal polynomials for centred non-uniform rotationally symmetric pupils
Dr Cosmas Mafusire (University of Pretoria)
08/07/2016, 11:30
Track C - Photonics
Oral Presentation
Photonics
272. Effect of atmospheric turbulence on entangled photon field generated by partially coherent pump beam
Dr Stuti Joshi (University of KwaZulu-Natal, Westville Campus, Durban, South Africa)
08/07/2016, 11:50
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
206. Effect of calcination on structural and magnetic properties of nickel chromite
Dr Pankaj Mohanty (University of Johannesburg)
08/07/2016, 11:50
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
235. Effect of thermal annealing on the electrical characteristics of Au/Ni Schottky contacts on high doped n-type 4H-SiC
Dr Ezekiel Omotoso (University of Pretoria)
08/07/2016, 11:50
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
36. Investigating the hot gas in active Brightest Cluster Galaxies
Dr ANDO RATSIMBAZAFY (North-West University)
08/07/2016, 11:50
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
277. Reduction of noise in CSDG MOSFET with HfO2
Prof. VIRANJAY M. SRIVASTAVA (Howard College, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban)
08/07/2016, 11:50
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
11. Solar Total Irradiance Behaviour during Cycle 23-24
Dr Pieter Kotze (SANSA)
08/07/2016, 11:50
Track D2 - Space Science
Oral Presentation
Space Science
370. The design and simulation of a new experimental set up for measuring short nuclear level lifetimes.
Mr Bhivek Singh (University of the Western Cape)
08/07/2016, 11:50
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
521. The metacurriculum of first year physics service courses
Dr Dale Taylor (UCT)
08/07/2016, 11:50
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
565. PLENARY: Studies of the Shapes of Heavy Pear-Shaped Nuclei at ISOLDE
Prof. Peter Butler (University of Liverpool)
08/07/2016, 12:10
Track H - Plenaries
Oral Presentation
PLENARY
224. Faculty-Student Interaction - The Informal Revolution
Mr Marthnis Johannes Schwartz (University of Zululand)
08/07/2016, 14:00
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
163. First Run 2 Soft QCD Results from ATLAS
Deepak Kar (University of Witwatersrand)
08/07/2016, 14:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
315. Galaxy stacking strategies for MeerKAT
Dr Ed Elson (University of Cape Town + South African Astronomical Observatory)
08/07/2016, 14:00
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
319. Heterogeneous powders ID by means of fracture mechanics
Dr Ruggero Vigliaturo (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
08/07/2016, 14:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
74. RBS-Channelling analysis into the effect of thermal annealing on GeSn strained layers
Prof. Craig Comrie (University of Cape Town & iThemba LABS)
08/07/2016, 14:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
279. Simonkolleite nano-platelets: Synthesis and temperature effect on hydrogen gas sensing properties
Dr Joseph Sithole (University of South Africa)
08/07/2016, 14:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
416. The hierarchal decision making algorithm as an analytical tool for a natural understanding physical systems
Mr JOHN FRANCIS AGWA-EJON (UNIVERSITY OF JOHANISBURG)
08/07/2016, 14:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
380. A new approach to teaching graphs to first year science students
Mr AJ TSIPA (University of Zululand)
08/07/2016, 14:20
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
515. AdS:CFT predictions for momentum correlations of bbbar pairs in heavy ion collisions.
Mr Robert Hambrock (University of Cape Town)
08/07/2016, 14:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
266. Efficiency measurement system for thermoelectric devices
Dr Marco Mariola (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
08/07/2016, 14:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
180. Identifying new narrow-line Seyfert 1 galaxies and white dwarfs from the second ROSAT all-sky survey catalogue
Dr Alida Odendaal (University of the Free State)
08/07/2016, 14:20
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
379. Ion beam modification of diamond to DLC: A SBS, Raman and HRTEM study.
Prof. Shunmugam Ramsamy Naidoo (DST-NRF Centre of Excellence in Strong Materials,Wits University)
08/07/2016, 14:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
306. The energy density as a function of spacetime for a light quark jet in AdS/CFT
Dr Razieh Morad (University of Cape Town)
08/07/2016, 14:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
119. Theory for diffusivity measurements when the temperature is ramped linearly
Prof. Chris Theron (University of Pretoria)
08/07/2016, 14:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (2)
452. Electrical characterisation of defects induced in GaN by electron beam exposure
Mr Phuti Ngoepe (University of Pretoria)
08/07/2016, 14:40
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
482. Fluid Dynamics as a precursor to a “Griffiths level” Electrodynamics course
Dr Gary Tupper (University of Cape Town)
08/07/2016, 14:40
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
385. Observing Gamma-Ray Bursts with the H.E.S.S. experiment
Dr Tania Garrigoux (North-West University)
08/07/2016, 14:40
Track D1 - Astrophysics
Oral Presentation
Astrophysics (1)
66. Radial Flow in Non-Extensive Thermodynamics and Study of Particle Spectra at LHC in the Limit of Small $q-1$
Dr Trambak Bhattacharyya (University of Cape Town)
08/07/2016, 14:40
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
422. Spark Plasma Sintering of 2507 duplex stainless steel
Dr Richard Sule (University of the Witwatersrand)
08/07/2016, 14:40
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
104. The search for the Dark Vector Boson via the Higgs Portal
Prof. Simon Connell (University of Johannesburg)
08/07/2016, 14:40
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
273. I taught them everything, but they still couldn’t get it right
Mr Paul Molefe (University of Johannesburg)
08/07/2016, 15:00
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
372. Implementation of the preamplifier response function for the iThemba LABS segmented clover detector
Dr Thifhelimbilu Daphney Bucher (iThemba LABS)
08/07/2016, 15:00
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
449. Phenomenology of additional scalar bosons at the LHC
Dr Mukesh Kumar (University of the Witwatersrand)
08/07/2016, 15:00
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
448. Physical stability of ionic liquid polymers for the recovery of Se and Te from metallurgical aqueous solutions
Ms Mpho Mogometsi (University of Johannesburg)
08/07/2016, 15:00
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
455. Sustained pairing frees dipolar traits and the circular current's own magnetic dipolar nature
Dr Max Chirwa (Walter Sisulu University)
08/07/2016, 15:00
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
477. Multiple Choice Question Responses: Right or Wrong?
Dr Hilary Masenda (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2050, South Africa)
08/07/2016, 15:20
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
302. Next to leading order electron-quark interaction
Dr Garreth Kemp (University of Johannesburg)
08/07/2016, 15:20
Track G - Theoretical and Computational Physics
Oral Presentation
Theoretical and Computational Physics (1)
12. Preparation and characterization of nanoporous carbon from expanded graphite for high energy density supercapacitor in aqueous electrolyte
Dr Farshad Barzegar (University of Pretoria)
08/07/2016, 15:20
Track F - Applied Physics
Oral Presentation
Applied Physics (1)
476. Search for dilute magnetism in 3<i>d</i> doped III-Nitrides - Results from Mössbauer Spectroscopy
Dr Hilary Masenda (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2050, South Africa)
08/07/2016, 15:20
Track A - Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials
Oral Presentation
Division for Physics of Condensed Matter and Materials (1)
157. Tracking Electrons Produced by Compton Scatter within a Prompt Gamma Imaging Device
Dr Stephen Peterson (University of Cape Town)
08/07/2016, 15:20
Track B - Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics
Oral Presentation
Nuclear, Particle and Radiation Physics (1)
135. Termites in our tests? The role of stigmergy in our examination system
Mr Douglas Clerk (School of Physics, University of the Witwatersrand)
08/07/2016, 15:40
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
582. Using Wolfram Mathematica to Analyze and Visualize experimental data.
Mr Clemens Dempers (Blue Stallion Technologies)
08/07/2016, 16:00
Track E - Physics Education
Oral Presentation
Physics Education
585. Proceedings TEST
Dr Roelf Botha (HartRAO)
Oral Presentation
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