Oct 31, 2025 | Emerging Leaders, Events, Latest, Youth in Collections
Species/Emerger Description Habitat:Endemic to the Compton Herbarium, nestled in the biodiversity-rich landscapes of Cape Town. Often found thriving in friendly, supportive environments where curiosity and collaboration flourish. Morphology & Distinguishing...
Jul 14, 2021 | Latest, Youth in Collections
The NSCF Hub would like to thank each and every individual that participated in the Youth in Collections initiative. You have inspired the young with your words of hope and encouragement. Additional to that, you have showcased the different work opportunities...
Jun 30, 2021 | Latest, Youth in Collections
Qualifications: NDip. Biotechnology, BTech. Biotechnology Q: What inspired you to make this career choice?A: I have always been fascinated by Micro and Molecular biology. It was through fate that I found myself working in collection management. I was first introduced...
Jun 29, 2021 | Latest, Youth in Collections
Qualifications: Master of Science degree in Botany Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Zoology Bachelor’s degree in Ecology Q: What inspired you to make this career choice? A: Both of my parents studied Zoology and worked in the Natural Sciences. As a child we...
Jun 24, 2021 | Latest, Youth in Collections
Qualifications: Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Management Q: What inspired you to make this career choice?A: A much needed opportunity presented itself to me and I took a shot at it. At the time I did not know which Department or Collection I would...
Jun 24, 2021 | Latest, Youth in Collections
Qualifications: BSc Biological Sciences (UKZN), BSc Hons. Biological Sciences (UKZN). Q: What inspired you to make this career choice? A: I have always found a sense of serenity in nature, so, for my honours research, I had selected a topic that dealt with plant...
