Contents 1 | University of Fort Hare at a glance ...............................................................................................7 2 | Natural and Agricultural Sciences ................................................................................................9 Smart energy systems and sustainable development studies at the Fort Hare Institute of Technology .................................................................................................................................................................11 Helping farmers to adapt to climate change ......................................................................................................13 Vulnerability and flooding: Paving the way for South Africa to deal with climate change .......................15 Reducing goat kid mortality: Another UFH project benefits local communities ........................................17 UFH team takes us a step forward in addressing antibiotic resistance ......................................................19 Synthesis of silica nanoparticles doped with zinc cation for the removal of bacteria DNA harboring antibiotic resistance genes from aqueous solution ......................................................................21 Making choices for the future: UFH research informs thinking about the feasibility of rooftop solar systems...............................................................................................................................................25 3 | Health Sciences .............................................................................................................................27 Identifying misconceptions about tuberculosis: A step forward in developing effective awareness campaigns ..............................................................................................................................................29 The link between crime and mental health in South Africa ............................................................................31 Making a difference in the health of local communities: The work of the HIV/ AIDS Research Group ...........................................................................................................................................................................33 Learning from African Traditional Medicine: Fort Hare researcher leads the way ...................................35 Keeping active: promoting the benefits of physical activity and exercise for pregnant women ...........37 Promoting exercise and healthy eating amongst farmers ..............................................................................39 5 | University of Fort Hare