Research

We undertake multi- and transdisciplinary research which helps to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, while our innovative approaches work on practical solutions to streamline processes, enhance infrastructure, and optimise resource utilisation. We also provide crucial insights into the complexities of sanitation challenges. This involves studying factors such as community behaviour, environmental impacts, and technological limitations as there is no one-for-all solution. In so doing, we also guide and inform policy to address these challenges more effectively.

While chemical engineering principles are still at the core of the research conducted by the Centre, strong partnerships with other disciplines within the university have been established to further expand the scope of research. This includes social sciences, agricultural economics, crop and soil sciences, microbiology, chemistry, and mechanical, electrical and civil engineering.

This transdisciplinary research process allows for the integration of different forms of knowledge from multiple actors to address the complexity of problems related to the development of socially just water and sanitation service delivery, leading to empowerment of communities.