Prof Nosipho Moloto

Prof Nosipho Moloto

Prof Nosipho Moloto

NEDBANK SARChI Chair in Energy  Materials, Wits University

Professor Moloto’s research involves synthesis and characterisation of various types of semiconductor nanostructures and their application in solar cells, gas sensors and as biolabels for early diagnostics of diseases. She completed her PhD in 2011 and is currently the vice-chairperson of the South African Solar Energy Association. She is passionate about fostering a love for science among youngsters and provides career guidance to high school learners; conducting chemistry experiments for pupils in rural Zululand; and performing duties as a content specialist and adjudicator for the South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA) School