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UCT to host symposium on role of microbiomes in health and disease in Africa
The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine (IDM) will host a two-day African Microbiomes in Health and Disease Symposium from Tuesday, 1 October to Wednesday, 2 October 2024.
30 Sep 2024
Media release
Renowned Professor Plaatjies to host final concert at UCT in aid of student funding
A benefit concert, headlined by the renowned Professor Dizu Plaatjies on Thursday, 3 October 2024, will kick off a season of celebration and fundraising at the University of Cape Town (UCT) as part of the UCT Day 2024 season.
30 Sep 2024
Media release
Research Diligence: ensuring ethical, safe and responsible research
The Research Diligence Unit in the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) Research Office plays an essential role in fostering safe, ethical, and legally compliant research at UCT.
30 Sep 2024
A champion on the track and beyond
UCT PhD candidate Mpumelelo Mhlongo participated in the 2024 Paralympics in Paris, winning a gold and bronze medal, as well as setting two world and Paralympic records.
30 Sep 2024
VCs in conversation: Future-proofing UCT for the next generation
UCT VC Prof Mosa Moshabela and former VC Dr Max Price held a conversation on leadership recently.
27 Sep 2024
Visions of leadership: Dr Price and Prof Moshabela reflect on UCT’s past and future
UCT’s Vice-Chancellor Prof Mosa Moshabela and former Vice-Chancellor, Dr Max Price reflected on navigating change and shaping the future of higher education in South Africa.
27 Sep 2024
Blind, visually impaired learners use LEGO to learn through play
The LEGO Braille Bricks project, currently in its extended pilot phase, helps blind and visually impaired children to learn through play.
27 Sep 2024
Innovating Education – Lego Braille Bricks transforming classrooms at Athlone School for the Blind
The Lego Braille Bricks is transforming learning for blind and visually impaired students at Athlone School in our latest update.
27 Sep 2024
Heritage Month: The power of rugby unites South Africa
UCT students share how they come together to celebrate their love for rugby, reminding us that in the heart of the game, we find a shared spirit that binds us all.
27 Sep 2024
Video: UCT reviews the year 2023
The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Year in Review 2023 reflects on the institution’s challenges and victories – showcasing the university’s continued works of excellence, transformation and social responsiveness.
27 Sep 2024
Celebrating UCT Day 2024 season and other updates
The University of Cape Town (UCT) will celebrate UCT Day 2024 through a series of fundraising events and initiatives throughout October 2024.
26 Sep 2024
Celebrating UCT Day 2024 season and other updates
The University of Cape Town (UCT) will celebrate UCT Day 2024 through a series of fundraising events and initiatives throughout October 2024.
26 Sep 2024
World Environmental Health Day
Theme for 2024: Creating Resilient Communities through Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation.
26 Sep 2024
How Amapiano is bringing vibes to UCT students' lives
UCT students share what Amapiano means to them, from party vibes to study grinds, in a celebration of this globally rising genre.
26 Sep 2024
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue
Prof Gregory Smith delivered his inaugural lecture on 19 September 2024.
26 Sep 2024
Ancient games: The future of education
UCT’s School of Education’s OERiGA project is using indigenous games to equip Generation Z educators and learners with essential skills for the digital age.
25 Sep 2024
Rising malaria resistance a growing threat - warns UCT professor in his inaugural lecture
Although malaria mortality rates have decreased over the years, the problem still lies with rising resistance, according to Professor Gregory Smith , a professor of inorganic chemistry in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Cape Town (UCT). He recently delivered his inaugural lecture to mark his promotion to full professorship, the highest academic rank.
25 Sep 2024
Media release
Invitation to complete a questionnaire on AI tools in relation to assessment
At UCT we are actively working to develop appropriate responses and best practices around emerging AI technologies.
25 Sep 2024
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