DUT ENERGY TECHNOLOGY STATION
Prof Lazarus completed his under graduate degree at the University of Durban Westville (UDW) majoring in Mathematics and Physics. He then pursued an Honours degree in Physics at the University of Cape Town (UCT), followed by a Master’s degree in Nuclear Physics at UDW. His doctoral degree was completed at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in the field of Plasma Physics, focusing on linear and nonlinear wave phenomena in electron-positron plasmas. His research areas are Plasma Physics, Renewable Energy, Nuclear Physics and Physics Education. Prof Lazarus presently manages DUT’s Energy Technology Station called the “KZN Industrial Energy Efficient Training and Resource Centre”. He managers many energy related projects including photovoltaic system installations, development of innovation energy products for commercialisation, research projects as well as community based projects. He supervises masters and doctoral students in Renewable Energy and Plasma Physics.
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