The Department of Library Services (DLS), in collaboration with the University of South Africa (UNISA) Library and Information Services, hosted an Open Access (OA) event on October 22, 2024. This year’s theme, “Community ...
INTRODUCTION: Chronic non-specific low back pain (CNLBP) is
among the most common musculoskeletal system conditions
reported worldwide; however, few studies are available from
low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). ...
OBJECTIVES: To map the evidence and scope of physical
rehabilitation services delivered by community health
workers (CHWs) in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).
DESIGN: Scoping review
DATA SOURCES: PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane ...
BACKGROUND: While mobile-linked point-of-care diagnostics may circumvent geographical and temporal barriers
to efficient communication, the use of such technology in community settings will depend on user experience. ...
The department of Library Services hosted a workshop for postgraduates. This workshop focused on equipping postgraduate students and early-career researchers with essential research skills and networking opportunities to ...
Background
Mobile-linked point-of-care diagnostics forms an integral part of diagnostic health services for
efficient communication between patients and healthcare professionals despite geographical
location and time ...
In celebration of SA National Book Week (5 -11 September 2024), the Department of Library Services in launched its Banned Books exhibition in the Merensky 2 Library auditorium on 9 September 2024. The event was attended ...
INTRODUCTION :
Cervical cancer screening coverage remains low in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) due to limited access and low uptake of available services by women. The use of HPV-based self-sampling intervention for cervical ...
Le Clercq, Louis-Stéphane; Bowyer, Sheila M.; Mayaphi, Simnikiwe H.(bioRxiv, 2023-05-15)
The hepatitis B virus is a partially double stranded DNA virus in the Hepadnaviridae family of viruses that infect the liver cells of vertebrates including humans. The virus replicates through the reverse transcription of ...
The University of Pretoria’s Department of Library Services (DLS) has partnered with Touch Our Pets Therapy Dogs (TOP Dogs) to help alleviate exam stress just before the examination season. In this interview, Mrs. Elsabé ...
AYAYA, ONESMUS; Pretorius, Marius; AYAYA, ONESMUS; Pretorius, Marius(The Centre for Business & Economic Research, 2021-07)
The study aimed to explore the construction of professionalism in a multiple professional bodies (MPB) landscape in South Africa (SA) and demonstrate how this construction can be used to enhance a professional accreditation ...
Traditionally, cataloguers played essential roles in libraries to ensure that materials were organised, accessible, and easily discoverable by users. While the core principles of cataloguing remain the same, many of these ...
Khanyile, Zamantungwa; Booi, Lubabalo; Warricker, Adrienne(UP Department of Library Services, 2021)
The purpose is for lecturers to engage on copyright and the importance of
complying with legislation. Lecturers will be made aware of the importance
of using Library Reference Pages. Lecturers are encouraged to request ...
Nicholson, Denise R.; Radebe, Khawulile(UP Department of Library Services, 2023-03-30)
The Department of Library Services (DLS) organized a hybrid workshop on Copyright rules and
regulations in South Africa for all DLS client facing staff members, the invitation was also extended to
faculties within UP. ...
PURPOSE :
Although universities have extensive research and initiatives in place that align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), there is still a significant gap in documenting and assessing ...
Lecturers at institutions often struggle with the amount of time and work that they are dedicating to improve their online courses. Those who make time to update their online courses often concentrate on features that only ...
Artificial Intelligence and its Impact on Library Staff Learning and Development.
Libraries worldwide are undergoing a significant transformation as they embrace digitization. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has ...
BACKGROUND : Melasma is one of the most encountered dermatoses in dermatology and skin care clinics. It is a challenging chronic, recurrent condition associated with hyperpigmentation. Its aetiology is poorly understood. ...
Universities are regarded as research, knowledge and innovation hubs for solving global and societal
problems. Universities are expected to be involved and contribute in different levels i.e. United
Nations Sustainable ...
The evolution of the 4th Industrial Revolution, machine learning, Artificial intelligence (AI),and the advancement of technology changes the way we work and in particular how libraries are
known to operate and offer ...