Innovations

BamFibre is a natural, gluten-, lactose- and cholesterol-free soluble and insoluble fibre developed at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. BamFibre acts as a stabiliser and cryoprotectant in food, aids detoxification and waste excretion and is suitable for high temperature application such

SlowRedT is an innovation of Cape Peninsula University of Technology that involves a modified release delivery system of Rooibos extract (Aspalathus linearis) to be used as a nutraceutical or dietary supplement. This system delivers specific Rooibos polyphenolic constituents both immediately and

BamPro is a natural, great tasting, lactose and cholesterol free yoghurt-like drink. It is naturally low in fat and rich in protein, fibre and antioxidants with added probiotics for maintaining good balance and composition of intestinal flora. BamPro is produced from whole milled Bambara fermented

MaskMonitor is a software application developed at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology to detect human faces as they pass a camera with the purpose of determining whether they are wearing a mask properly or not. MaskMonitor uses Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning algorithms to

Omega Caro-E Xtra combines Omega-3 fatty acids with 11 different carotenoids and five different forms of vitamin E, all derived from palm oil and manufactured by a patented process in Malaysia. In addition, it also contains 50% of the daily requirement for vitamin D. The concept was created and

The versatile micro-nutrient supplement developed at CPUT can be used in a variety of products such as biscuits, baby cereal, porridge, etc. All the ingredients are bio-available and contain natural vitamin E, pro-vitamin A, and other carotenes. Biscuits baked with this pre-mix were used in an

Medical Male Circumcision Underwear (MMC) is a specially designed male underwear developed to aid the healing process after circumcision. The underwear keeps the penis in an upright position, preventing downward and outward blood flow from the wound. Penile injuries associated with circumcision are

Omega Caro-E Emulsion is created through a patented process developed at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. It is used in the production of a range of Omega Caro-E products that combine Omega-3 fatty acids with 11 different carotenoids and five different forms of vitamin E, all derived

Omega Canine Emulsion combines the benefits of Omega-3, Carotene, and Vitamin E for the benefit of man’s best friend. The product comes in a squeeze bottle, making dispensing the emulsion onto food easy. The product has a smoky flavour, which is liked by canines. Reports by owners claim that it

The CSIR has established a bioconversion platform that focuses on alternative pathways for chemical production. The platform is geared towards local production and replacing imports of bio-based platform chemicals, including lactic acid. This shift will have a direct impact on the bioeconomy. The

South Africa harbours the highest number of rape incidents in the world, and sexual assault and rape cases in the entire SADC region are estimated at a minimum of 55 000 cases per year. Crime scene investigations utilise DNA technology on a regular basis. In cases of rape or sexual abuse, male

The risk of occupational exposure to aerosolised bio-contaminants (potentially pathogenic viruses, bacteria and yeasts) in dentistry and the dental office environment has been highlighted in the literature for many years. Removal of these aerosols would decrease oral healthcare workers' risk of