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Professor Douglas Butterworth

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This document announces that Professor Douglas Butterworth has been re-rated as an A-rated researcher by the National Research Foundation for the fifth time. It is part of a public list of researchers who have achieved this top rating. The announcement does not involve any application or submission process but serves to recognize sustained research excellence.

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NRF A-Rating for Professor Douglas Butterworth (5th time)

Professor Douglas Butterworth has been awarded an A-rating by the National Research Foundation for the fifth consecutive time, recognizing his sustained excellence in research.

Who it is for: senior researchers in South African higher education institutions
How to act on it: No action required; this is a public announcement of an existing achievement.

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Professor Douglas Butterworth – National Research Foundation

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