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World Class Facilities
Our nodes make advanced analytical and research capabilities available in Africa for the first time.
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Research and Analysis
We support research and analysis in water management, natural resource preservation, air pollution and climate change.
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Science in Action
Discover the breadth of work supported by BIOGRIP facilties and how it impacts people and communities.
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African-led Platform
We enable a robust and talented community of African researchers with globally competitive expertise.
Biogeochemistry Research Infrastructure Platform
BIOGRIP is a South African research network that drives discovery into the biological, geological, chemical and physical
processes that shape environments over time and space.
BIOGRIP consists of four nodes which enable access to cutting-edge technology at the North-West University, University of the Free State, Stellenbosch University and University of Cape Town, and affiliated facilities. The BIOGRIP Hub is headquared at UCT.
BIOGRIP facilities support a range of biogeochemical analyses carried out by researchers, students, public and private sector partners, and other collaborators.
This research into vital Earth systems contributes to a greater understanding of environmental change. Thus BIOGRIP supports goals like access to clean water and sanitation, management of soil fertility, marine ecosystem productivity and health.
Access our Facilities
BIOGRIP makes its world class facilities available to partners in South Africa, Africa and globally. Visit our Nodes to discover where we can support your research outcomes or email the BIOGRIP Hub for more information.
Our nodes
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Atmosphere
Atmospheric chemistry including trace gases, mercury, nitrate stable isotopes and basic climatic parameters.
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Isotope
Stable and radiogenic isotope measurements on rocks, water, gases and biological materials, including H, Li, B, C, N, O, S, Sr, Pb and U.
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Mineral
Chemistry, physical properties and microbial analysis of natural water and soil to solid waste and effluent.
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Water & Soil
Chemistry and H, C, N and O isotopes of liquid and solid materials, from fresh water and sludge to rock and solid waste.