Ntalane Sello Seroka | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Ntalane Sello Seroka, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, South Africa.
Publication profile
Scopus
Googlescholar
Education and Experience
- BSc in Physical Sciences
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, GaRankuwa, South Africa (2015) - BSc Hons in Chemistry
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, GaRankuwa, South Africa (2016) - MSc in Chemistry
University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa (2018)
Advisor: Prof. M.A Mamo - Ph.D. in Chemistry (in view)
University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa (2019-2022)
Thesis: “Green synthesis of novel polycrystalline silicon semiconductor thin film material from sugarcane bagasse ash for solar application”
Advisor: Prof. L. Khotseng
Suitability For The Award
Dr. Ntalane Sello Seroka is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award, currently pursuing her PhD in the Department of Chemistry at the University of the Western Cape. Her research focuses on the innovative use of biomass for sustainable energy solutions, making significant contributions to the field of nanomaterials and energy storage. Notably, her work in synthesizing silicon-based materials from agricultural waste demonstrates her commitment to advancing green technology and addressing critical environmental challenges.
Professional Development
Awards and Honors
- First Prize in “Beautiful China, Dynamic HUZHOU” Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (African Division)
- Nominated for the Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN) Prize 2024
- Nominated for online viewer at Global Young Scientist Singapore 2023
Publications
- Green synthesis of silica and silicon from agricultural residue sugarcane bagasse ash – a mini review | LA September, N Kheswa, NS Seroka, L Khotseng | RSC Advances 13 (2), 1370-1380 | Cited by: 42 | Year: 2023
- Extraction and synthesis of silicon nanoparticles (SiNPs) from sugarcane bagasse ash: a mini-review | NS Seroka, RT Taziwa, L Khotseng | Applied Sciences 12 (5), 2310 | Cited by: 26 | Year: 2022
- Hydrogen production, storage, and transportation: recent advances | MM Rampai, CB Mtshali, NS Seroka, L Khotseng | RSC Advances 14 (10), 6699-6718 | Cited by: 24 | Year: 2024
- Solar energy materials-evolution and niche applications: a literature review | NS Seroka, R Taziwa, L Khotseng | Materials 15 (15), 5338 | Cited by: 23 | Year: 2022
- Application of functionalised MXene-carbon nanoparticle-polymer composites in resistive hydrostatic pressure sensors | NS Seroka, MA Mamo | SN Applied Sciences 2 (3), 413 | Cited by: 23 | Year: 2020
- Green synthesis of crystalline silica from sugarcane bagasse ash: physico-chemical properties | NS Seroka, R Taziwa, L Khotseng | Nanomaterials 12 (13), 2184 | Cited by: 18 | Year: 2022
- Catalytic Properties of Biochar as Support Material Potential for Direct Methanol Fuel Cell: A Review | ED Visser, NS Seroka, L Khotseng | ACS Omega 8 (44), 40972-40981 | Cited by: 7 | Year: 2023