The mid- and long-term deliverables of the multi-disciplinary nano-programs of the U2ACN2 are:
- Implementation of a postgraduate human capital development,
- Implementation of an inclusive continental human capital mobility,
- Sustainable technical training within a postgraduate nanodiploma,
- Strategic partnerships with international cooperation agencies,
- Proactive bilateral & multilateral cooperation programs,
- Joint and co-diploma both within Africa and internationally,
- Access to large R&D facilities/infrastructure within/out of the continent,
- Fundraising & top-up for non-South African junior fellows,
- Access to UNISA e-library (The largest and most diverse library in Africa),
- Implementation of public awareness nano-programs,
- Implementation of specific nano-projects with a direct societal
- focus: “Adopt a learner flagship project” with SAASTA, “Girls in science and technology” with l’Oréal-UNESCO,
- Implementation of an entrepreneurial nano-program/training,
- Multi-institutional co-authorship of ISI peer-reviewed publications,
- Multi-institutional books’ co-edition,
- Organization & joint participation in international/regional nano-events,
- Regular webinars and video-conferencing,
- Global visibility via an updated chair website,
- Contributions in standard media, marketing brochures & annual reports.