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The University of Johannesburg students' Use of Technology to Consume Library Services During the COVID -19: Challenges and Benefits

The COVID -19 outbreak led to the closure of academic institutions worldwide, leading to the introduction of online teaching and learning. Students had to consume the University's academic services electronically. Library services (access to online material and information literacy training) had to be accessed electronically due to the lockdown rules. Although the university provided students with electronic devices for online learning, there were various challenges that students faced during the online learning experience. These include access to library resources and services. Covid-19

CAD4COVID: Artificial Intelligence software for COVID-19 triage

Although SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic tests such as RT-PCR are the gold standard to confirm COVID-19, demand for PCR test-kits is extremely high and many countries face capacity limitations in the resources involved, thus timely access to rapid testing and diagnosis is critical. CT imaging has shown to be a highly sensitive method to detect COVID-19, however, availability of CT imaging is limited in developing countries. Alternatively, X-ray is also used among patients presenting COVID-19 symptoms, and although it is not as sensitive as CT, X-ray uses less radiation and is often less expensive

The case studies in the IP Advantage database offer insights into how IP works in the real world, and how its successful exploitation can contribute to development.

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https://www.wipo.int/ipadvantage/en/

Africa’s intellectual property profile now fits in the palm of your hand with Spoor & Fisher’s powerful, user-friendly IP App.

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https://www.spoor.com/en/News/spoor-fisher-brings-ip-to-your-ipad-and-iphone/

The Tool provides how-to articles, business forms, financial tools, online training, and information resources.

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http://smetoolkit.businesspartners.co.za

Help for your business regarding the Companies Act, Auditing Requirements, Employee Tax, Industry Registration etc.

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http://www.cipc.co.za/index.php/register-your-business/business-support-and-oth…

Offerings focusing on clients who want information on starting a business.

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http://eservices.seda.org.za/SitePages/Login.aspx

Supporting investors exploring opportunities in South Africa by providing information, facilitation and aftercare.

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http://www.investsa.gov.za/how-we-help/

Connecting startup entrepreneurs with the knowledge, support programs, mentors and investors they require to succeed.

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https://vc4a.com/

Government support when starting your own business.

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https://www.gov.za/issues/starting-your-own-business-0

Tools and information for researchers of all persuasions.

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https://r4r.tia.org.za

The questions of Social justice in university education during COVID-19 with a focus on the University of Johannesburg Library StaffJ.

COVID-19 outbreak brought a sudden change in the manner in which both staff and students conducted academic business at the University. The closure of academic campuses and the suspension of face to face contact meant that staff and students had to adapt to the online environment with immediate effect. Both groups had to learn new skills and some had to acquire devices to be able to work and study online. This period brought to the fore the inequality and inequity gap that exists amongst both the students and Library staff. The study seeks to understand the extend and nature of the challenges

What is South Africa’s healthcare response to COVID-19: A mapping and situational analysis study

This study is comprised of three sub-studies that together make up our research into the healthcare response to COVID-19.

Firstly, we will conduct a policy review: to identify and analyse what the South African health policy and guideline documents specify as ‘the response’ in relation to COVID-19. This will serve as informative background data and will provide both a broad-based and top-level / official view of responses to COVID-19 (focusing on the national and provincial health levels, and where appropriate specific municipal levels). This will be conducted in real time as the state’s

Shonaquip Social Enterprise

ShonaquipSE is a high impact South African Hybrid organisation that drives social change towards a more inclusive and cohesive society where people with disabilities are welcomed, empowered and enabled to live to their full potential.

We use an ecosystem approach to change which includes locally appropriate and affordable assistive device design, manufacture and provision, mobile clinics and remote tele-health support services , inclusive early childhood education training, social support services, advocacy and research.

Our work focuses on first mile challenges and solutions.

Aer-o-cure UV-C Tower+

The UV-C TOWER is a purpose-built commercial unit for various
screening applications with the goal of providing peace-of-mind to both
employers, employees and customers by reducing the risk of infection
through effective temperature screening and sterilization of personal
belongings.
The unit is designed to detect the face, record temperature and thereafter
allow the user to sanitize hand-held items such as cellphones, keys and
PPE masks and more in a 30 second burst using effective UV-C Ultraviolet
technology.
This simple operation involves placing items on the tray inside the box,
moving a

OggieAir - Powered Air Purifying Respirator

Low cost quality PAPR for use by front line health care workers, health professionals and business personnel

We are excited to share information regarding our Powered Air Purifying Respirator solution to be manufactured in our ISO 9001 compliant disability inclusive workspace in Cape Town. This initiative allows us to manufacture local, sustainable, and affordable personal respirators while creating more job opportunities as a Level 2 BBBEE certified employer registered with South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA).
Standard PPE such as N95/FFP3 facemasks have limitations