International Science and Technology Journal of Namibia (ISTJN)

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Aims and Scope of ISTJN Introduction International Science and Technology Journal of Namibia (ISTJN) is a free, expedited, print and online journal of peerreviewed research and commentary in pure, applied and allied sciences and technology published by the Faculty of Science, University of Namibia. Aims and Scope The journal reflects the multidisciplinary nature of the field of science and technology. It addresses the needs of multiple, interlocking communities, including methodologists in mathematics, statistics and econometrics; as well as basic and applied scientists in biology, chemistry, physics, public health, medicine, education, mining, geology, computing, food, agriculture and engineering. The journal will strive to enhance the level of methodological rigour in pure and applied sciences and will contribute to the development of methodological standards in the fields of science and technology in Namibia. In pursuing its main objective, the journal will also provide a meeting ground for researchers from a number of traditional disciplines and will foster the development of scientific research and publication especially among younger practitioners. Interview corner. Editorial Setup The journal has a dedicated team of editors, who would be academic editors (AE) and experts in the field. Founding Editors: Prof LN Kazembe, Statistics Prof EF Archibong, Chemistry Dr KC Chinsembu, Biological Sciences Prof PM Chimwamurombe, Biological Sciences Prof S. Singh, Physics Advisory Editorial Board: Prof O. Mwandemele, PVC (Academic Affairs and Research), University of Namibia Dr F. Gideon, Dean of Science, University of Namibia Mr A. van Kant, Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Education Mr E. Shivolo, Ministry of Mines and Energy, Namibia Dr E. Mvula, National Commission on Research, Science & Technology Dr R. Steenkamp, HESS Prof R. Auala, Faculty of Education, UNAM Prof J. Lyaku, Faculty of Agriculture, UNAM Prof P. Odonkor, Faculty of Health Sciences, UNAM Prof I. Davidson, Faculty of Engineering & IT, UNAM Prof C. Esterhuysen, Stellenbosch University, South Africa Prof T. Chirwa, Faculty of Health Sciences, Witwatersrand University, South Africa Prof E. Mwenje, Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe Dr O. Ruzvidzo, North West University, South Africa Prof Ponnadurai Ramasami, University of Mauritius

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    Assessment of the prerequisites for the establishment of an Animal facility at the School of Medicine, University of Namibia: Comparison of the current situation with international standards and requirements, and with discussion of alternative options
    (University of Namibia, 2015) Kahler, Barbara
    The School of Medicine (SoM) of the University of Namibia (UNAM) intends to establish an animal house for teaching and experimental research within its facilities. A number of rooms are dedicated for this purpose and partially equipped. This review investigates the feasibility of the project in the light of international standards for animal experimental settings, the prerequisites for the physical establishment, the technical installations, compliance to globally valid regulations of animal welfare, and the probability of getting reliable research outcomes from the given background. The identified current situation within the SoM is subsequently compared to the internationally accepted benchmarks for such institutions, and the principal features of the commonly followed guidelines are briefly listed. A selection of alternative methods to animal experiments is succinctly described and set in the context of the departments of SoM. However, the examination of the physical housing, technical equipment, required human resources and available infrastructure led to the conclusion that the intended use cannot be recommended since the relevant criteria are not met. Instead it would be advisable to construct a separate animal house based on recognized internationally valid standards. In the meantime, less costly non-animal state of the art methods could be introduced.