An award-winning South African journalist, Adriaan has two Excellence Awards in Feature Writing to his name. He’s worked for The Citizen, a daily South African newspaper as well as written for a slew of publications and even had a stint as a content manager for a reality TV show. He studied Audio Visual Communication and Philosophy at the University of Johannesburg, and still calls Johannesburg home.

5 Ways To Study More Effectively

June 22, 2021 9:35 am
We get it, deadlines are tough. However, it’s never too late to develop and implement productive habits to help you study more effectively. There are many ways you can improve your overall approach to studying that can help to raise your marks and lead to an even better understanding of...Read More
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Desertification: What Is It and How Can It Be Prevented?

June 11, 2021 2:55 pm
On the 17th of June, the United Nations will observe World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, an annual event that raises awareness of the presence of desertification and drought, highlighting methods of preventing desertification and recovering from drought. Desertification and drought are two closely related occurrences. However, while drought is...Read More

Perth Named the Sixth Most Livable City in the World

June 9, 2021 4:08 pm
Australia could be the most livable country in the world according to The Global Livability Index 2021. Only four nations have cities that made the Top 10 list this year; New Zealand, Japan, Switzerland, and Australia – with Australian cities securing four spots on the list. Adelaide, according to the...Read More
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World Oceans Day: What Are Engineers Doing to Clean the Seas?

June 7, 2021 10:05 am
On World Oceans Day, we are recognizing the pivotal role engineers play in improving the health of earth's oceans. Here are three engineering initiatives that are helping to protect and clean up the seas. World Oceans Day is an international day that takes place annually on 8 June. The UN...Read More

Top 5 Green Engineering Trends

June 4, 2021 2:26 pm
As the effects of climate change and global warming become more apparent, innovative engineering trends are the key solutions to promoting sustainable change. From one day to another, trends quickly change and develop to respond to the needs and wants of society. However, when it comes to the field of...Read More

From Bridges to AR Apps: Impressive Feats of Engineering

May 31, 2021 2:26 pm
At its core, engineering is the application of science and math to solve problems. However, it is when it becomes a human experience where engineering feats truly shine. There are many feats of engineering across the world that make people stand back in awe. From the Statue of Unity in...Read More
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From Pollution to Energy-Efficiency: The Importance of Lighting Design

May 20, 2021 4:20 pm
Electrical light sources are responsible for 15 percent of global electricity consumption. As the world strives towards more sustainable solutions, there is an increasing need for innovation in lighting design. For engineers, it means that your project today needs to be environmentally sustainable tomorrow. EIT lecturer, Dr. Ana Evangelista, recently...Read More
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How Did Leonardo da Vinci Influence Engineering?

May 17, 2021 2:31 pm
While Leonardo da Vinci is best known as an artist, his talents were never limited to one field. He was also made significant contributions to architecture, science, anatomy, and engineering, producing thousands of concepts that addressed the challenges of flight, manufacturing, and war. Through his work, Da Vinci combined both...Read More

EIT Goes Mobile: Education in the Palm of Your Hand

May 7, 2021 10:52 am
EIT is enriching its unique delivery model for students by enabling access to Moodle through mobile devices. The use of mobile devices is gradually becoming a compelling learning tool used to enhance teaching and learning in distance education. Its usage ensures flexible course delivery, makes it possible for learners to...Read More
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How the Internet of Things (IoT) Can Transform Agriculture

May 6, 2021 4:39 pm
A laid-back lifestyle on a farm in the Philippines is not only ideal, but simpler than you may think due to the Internet of Things (IoT). At its most basic level, IoT connects electronics and everyday objects to a wider infrastructure that allows those devices to intelligently interact with the...Read More