Viwe N.

Viwe N. is a Biochemistry Intern at Onderstepoort Biological Products in Pretoria, specializing in the bacterial vaccine production sector within the biotechnology industry. With a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Microbiology from the University of Fort Hare, Viwe brings hands-on lab experience performing Gram staining, single colony analysis using streaking techniques, as well as pH and pO2 calibration. Their responsibilities include purity testing, sampling, and the operation of bioreactors and fermenters, demonstrating proficiency in CIP and SIP procedures for mobile vessels and production fermenters. Previously, Viwe contributed to the public sector as a Voter’s Roll Officer at the Independent Electoral Commission in Alice, ensuring accuracy in voter registration for over 20 million records through meticulous data management and verification processes. Viwe is also trained in microbiological analysis using standard testing protocols and adheres to ISO9001 standards.