Zinhle Buthelezi

Zinhle Buthelezi is a Physicist Researcher at iThemba Labs.

Qualifications needed for her position
PhD in Nuclear Physics.

What she does
Zinhle works independently and as a member of a team to perform new and original experimental investigations of an applied and basic nature. This includes collaborating with other physicists on projects. She plans and sets up experimental equipment and performs calculations with various sophisticated nuclear models, statistical and mathematical methods. The new scientific results are then published in refereed international journals. She also gives presentations at international and national conferences or other research facilities.

She is involved in the development and training of young scientists and supervises nuclear physics postgraduates.

Why physics?
"Because I love it!"

The future of physics in South Africa?
South Africa has many remarkable physicists. Given opportunities, funding and support, the statistics will go up. A recent report from an international reviewing committee has shown that the country has the necessary infrastructure, good laboratories as well as the expertise. This is a winning combination for a bright and promising future.

What about prospective female Physics students?
There are so many opportunities out there. Seize the opportunity!