Plant traits and drought tolerance in the savanna : a Kruger National Park case study by Shabane, Tirelo

“…Tolerance in plants may come about as a result of the interplay between plant traits and site characteristics that may result in the differential response even in plants that may be deemed drought tolerant.…”
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The applicability of radiocarbon dating to understanding lifespan and mortality patterns in the quiver tree, Aloidendron dichotomum (Masson) Klopper & Gideon F.Sm. by Murray, Kayleigh

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Continuity of practice in two international schools: taking a distributed perspective of leadership by Van der Merwe, Alison

“…Using data generated from document analysis, observations, interviews and artefacts, a comparison is made between School A (experiencing relatively high rates of student and faculty turnover) and School B (which has a much more stable student and teaching population). …”
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Estimates of numbers of White sharks (Carcharodon carcharias) in Eastern and Southern South Africa : a post-moratorium assessment by Tress, Mary Elizabeth

“…A sensitivity analysis determined that the instantaneous natural mortality rate M (tested range=0.070-0.l90 year-I) and the average number of pups per mature pupping female (tested range=4-14 pups) were highly sensitive parameters of the model. The maturity age span (maturity minimum age=13 and 16 years; longevity=23, 36, and 60 years) and timeframe of the female reproductive cycle (two or three years) were the least sensitive parameters of the model.…”
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The (im)permanence of fading smoke : a conservation case study of Diane Victor’s soot drawings

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Synthesis, characterization and in vitro analyses of lumefantrine-based pharmacologically active polymer for the treatment of severe malaria

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Understanding the challenges associated with digitising and storing a private family-based photography collection in Cape Town

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Polymeric Transcatheter Heart Valves by Coetzee, Johan

“…In conclusion, a polymeric TAVI valve made by a new manufacturing method showed durability up to 15 years equivalent in vitro, and good hydrodynamic function in vitro and in vivo. …”
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A cross-sectional analysis on the association between pain and making tradeoffs for survival using a multidimensional health assessment tool among older adults living in low-to mid... by Steyn, Simone

“…Some evidence has shown that living under poverty-stricken conditions is associated with increased pain, particularly among vulnerable populations such as older adults. …”
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The impact of leadership values and culture on sustainable development strategies by Ratau, Neo

“…This can be achieved by innovating business models with built-in sustainability. Sustainability business models can help alleviate the country's top three socioeconomic pain points (inequality, unemployment, and poverty), whilst adding significant economic value. …”
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The relationship between corporate social responsibility and stakeholder prioritisation in terms of SMEs’ financial performance in a crisis period

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Environmental influences on tuna movement patterns in the Indian Ocean by Motah, Beenesh Anand

“…The Kaplan-Meier survival curves enabled estimates on the longevity of the three species to be made. It was estimated that the cohorts (99%) vanished at 12, 5.8 and 10 years for bigeye, skipjack and yellowfin, respectively. …”
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The impact of myostatin variants in the South African Bonsmara and Drakensberger beef cattle breeds

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Performance trends of seasoned Two Oceans Ultramarathon runners by Noll, Helena

“…This study identified a unique cohort of athletes who have consistently maintained ultramarathon running for 20 or more years. There is an opportunity for more detailed investigation of factors contributing to the longevity of their running careers, with the goal of promoting continuity in endurance running participation and physical activity at large.…”
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Review of current practices to reduce reinforcement corrosion in concrete structures managed by the City of Cape Town by Abed, Gesant

“…Protection and maintenance of these reinforced concrete structures against concrete deterioration and rebar corrosion have become far more important for road authorities and asset managers. …”
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The influence of brand heritage versus brand innovation on consumer purchase intent

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Crafting endurance: Form, time, space, and memory in the construction of a civic urban artefact for Cape Town s east city by De Gouveia, Kelly

“…The proposed design intervention aims to reinforce the concept of endurance as a more sustainable approach to architecture and urban development which prioritizes longevity, resilience, and durability. …”
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World Heritage and Transfrontier Conservation Areas : Tourism Development and Community Participation in South Africa

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The development and operation of plant microbial fuel cells using municipal sludge by Gulamhussein, Mohamedjaffer

“…This may be the reason for higher power densities since more roots meant more oxygen release that can be consumed by the cathode. …”
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