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The Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre (SIRDC) was established in February 1993 by the Government of Zimbabwe through the Research Act [Chapter 10:22] SIRDC's mandate is to carry out strategic research and development (R & D) for the benefit of the manufacturing, service, agricultural as well as to commercialise R & D outputs.

Biotechnology Research Institute
Experts in the application of biotechnology techniques and processes to enhance performance in agriculture, medicine and bioprocess industries.
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Building Technology Institute
Offers built environment technology solutions: Design, architectural drawings, building materials, construction and consultancy.
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Electronics & Communications Institute
Offers consultancy in the design and development of electronic and communications products.
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Energy Technology Institute
Consultancy in Energy Technologies, Energy Efficiency and Management, Renewable Energy, Fuels and Energy Storage Systems and training.
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Environmental Science Institute
Fostering environmental protection through resource efficiency, cleaner production, green industry concepts and sustainable consumption of products and services
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Food & Biomedical Technology Institute
Provides analytical services, research, training and consultancy to the food, biomedical, chemical, pharmaceutical, biochemical, agriculture and mining sectors.
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Geo-information & Remote Sensing Institute
Provision of geo-information, remote sensing and spatial data analysis for sustainable environment and natural resource utilisation.
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Informatics Institute
ICT competence in Software Development, Website Design, Network Design & Support, Repair & Maintenance and Training.
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Metallurgical Research Institute
Research and development in mining, metallurgical, materials, foundry and other forming technologies
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National Metrology Institute
Benchmarking the national measurement system through internationally traceable and recognized calibration services.
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Polymer Science Institute
Scientific and technological advancement of polymeric materials and nanotechnology through research and development.
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Production Engineering Institute
Expertise in the Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing, Electrical and Chemical Engineering fields.
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Who We Are

Mission

To provide Zimbabwe and the region with technological solutions for sustainable development

 

Vision

To be the leading Centre for the development of Zimbabwe and the region through reduction to practice of technologically developed products and processes SIRDC has 12 research institutes, namely:

 

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Core Values

  • We uphold integrity in all activities we are involved in.
  • We are an equal opportunity employer
  • We comply with government policies and regulations
  • We recognize the value of our employees
  • We encourage team work
  • We are a learning organisation
  • We recognize ethical business relationships
  • We value safety, health, the environment and quality

 

What We Offer

Research & Development

SIRDC has the following research institutes:

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Products

SIRDC provides the following R&D products for sustainable development:

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Consultancy Services

SIRDC offers consultancy services in the following areas​:

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Training

SIRDC offers the following training courses:

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