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dstlogo2 The Department of Science and Technology's vision is to create a prosperous society that derives enduring and equitable benefits from science and technology.

Its mission is to develop, coordinate and manage a national system of innovation that will bring about maximum human capital, sustainable economic growth and improved quality of life.

The Department of Science and Technology provides leadership to develop the National System of Innovation primarily by implementing the 2002 National Research and Development Strategy and the 2008 Ten-Year Innovation Plan for South Africa.

Its role includes managing and coordinating the National System of Innovation through policy formulation and resource allocation, and working closely with all its stakeholders, e.g. business, science councils, agencies and service delivery departments.

The Department’s efforts are aimed at, among other things, growing high-level science, technology and innovation human capital, developing science and technology infrastructure, encouraging research in emerging domains, establishing technologies and innovations to stimulate new industries, and driving indigenous innovations in established industries.

For more information, go to www.dst.gov.za.

Micron Scientific

Micron Scientific has been a leader in the area of Material Characterization since 1990. We provide sales, service and applications support for instrumentation that address a range of applications in analysis and research relating to Material Characterisation.

Systems supplied are used to measure particle size, shape, zeta potential, protein charge, molecular weight, mass, and conformation, rheological properties, stability and for chemical identification, advancing the understanding of dispersed systems. These instruments are used by both industry and academia, in sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceuticals to bulk chemicals, mining, cement, polymers, and the environment.

www.ms.co.za

PANalytical

PANalytical is the world's leading supplier of analytical instrumentation and software for X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (XRF), near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy and pulsed fast thermal neutron activation (PFTNA). This combination of analysis techniques can provide customers with tailor-made analytical solutions for the characterization of a wide range of products such as cement, metals, nanomaterials, polymers and many more.

PANalytical's systems are used for scientific research and development, for industrial process control applications and for semiconductor metrology.

Looking to publish your research? Learn about our print and electronic publication services, including Open Access! Get high-quality review, maximum readership and rapid distribution. Come to our booth or find us online: springer.com/authors. Editors Elodie Tronche and Annett Buettner will be available to discuss book projects.
You can also browse key titles in your field and buy (e)books at discount prices. With Springer you are in good company.

http://www.springer.com

Carl Zeiss (Pty) Limited - South Africa

Represented in South Africa since 1926, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Carl Zeiss Germany since 1974, Zeiss has a long history in this country.

Zeiss microscopes, electron microscopes and histology sample preparation and remote digital imaging equipment, can be found in operation throughout Southern Africa – from the routine veterinarian or rural clinic to state of the art research facilities, modern hospital, laboratories and industry.

www.zeiss.co.za

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GIA

GIA is a global public benefit institute that ensures the public trust in gems and jewellery through research, education, gemmological laboratory services and instrument development. An independent organization established in 1931 that now operates in 14 countries, GIA created the International Diamond Grading System™ and the 4Cs of diamond quality - Colour, Cut, Clarity and Carat Weight. In 2008, GIA established a gemmological laboratory in Johannesburg and later expanded its gem and jewellery education programmes.

www.gia.edu

With more than 60 years of microscopy innovation and leadership, FEI enables customers to find meaningful answers to questions that accelerate breakthrough discoveries, increase productivity, and ultimately change the world. FEI designs, manufactures, and supports the broadest range of high-performance microscopy workflow solutions that provide images and answers in the micro-, nano-, and picometer scales.

www.fei.com

AMIS

AMIS is committed to assisting mineral laboratories and mining companies worldwide monitor assay laboratory performance; through the development, production and supply of a broad range of quality matrix matched, multi-element - Certified Reference Materials.

AMIS CRM’s are samples with known grades made from real ore, whose properties have been characterised by international laboratories and which have been independently certified. Since commencement in 2004 AMIS has made CRM's out of raw materials from mines and exploration projects in 21 countries on 6 continents.

AMIS is an ISO 9001:2008 certified company.

SGS

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 75 000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 1 500 offices and laboratories around the world. We provide competitive advantage, drive sustainability and deliver trust. At SGS, we are continually pushing ourselves to deliver innovative services and solutions that help our customers move their businesses forward.

SGS Minerals Services is the global leader in testing, consulting and on-site services for the mining and minerals sector. With metallurgical, analytical, mineralogical and environmental technical expertise, we support clients worldwide from offices in Canada, USA, Chile, Brazil, Australia, Peru, Russia and South Africa.

www.sgs.co.za

Advanced Laboratory Solutions

Advanced Laboratory Solutions is a leading laboratory supplier in Southern Africa, providing testing solutions in Quality Control and Research/Development. Our Mineralogy Solutions include Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), EPMA/Microprobes, Raman Microscopy, 3D X-ray Microscopy and Sample Preparation to name but a few.

Our Quality Products are supported by a proficient Technical and Application Support team, who drive on-site training and workshops to ensure our customers get the highest return on their investments.

www.advancedlab.co.za

Mintek

With a proud history extending as far back as 1934, MINTEK has become a leading provider of minerals processing and metallurgical engineering products and services to industries world-wide.

Our commitment to innovation and our world-class research and development expertise is supported by a physical infrastructure of modern laboratories, pilot plants and workshops. We believe it is our extensive intellectual capital – engineers, scientists and technologists, all of the highest calibre – that forms the most valuable part of our proposition to our customers.

Our extensive range of tailor-made products and services continues to provide proven solutions, positively impacting current and future business.

www.mintek.co.za/

Innov-X-Africa

Innov-X Africa is the official distributor for Olympus XRF Products in Africa, headed by Stuart Bateman as the Managing Member with 25 years of experience in XRF. The company started trading in 2007, and has grown to be one of the leading XRF and XRD specialists in Africa.

Situated in Bedfordview, Johannesburg, with a full service Centre where analysers are serviced, maintained, calibrated and repaired. Backed by dedicated and highly skilled staff that is passionate about customer service and ensuring the customer receives the most suitable solution for their specific needs.

Innov-X Africa has a number of technicians and Product Specialists who offer individual and comprehensive training to customers on installation of their purchases.

Customers achieve peace of mind and security from the affiliation of the Olympus International brand.