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The mechanics of ageing During the annual Dr Stuart Saunders Memorial Lecture, Emer Prof Wieland Gevers explored how and why humans age. 30 Jan 2026
Childhood exposure to violence carries long-term neurodevelopmental risks Research found that exposing children to violence leads to anxiety, heightened stress levels and aggressive and impulsive behaviour. 29 Jan 2026
In an age of incivility, humanity must lead UCT hosted the sixth annual Bongani Mayosi Memorial Lecture to honour and celebrate the late Prof Bongani Mayosi’s legacy. 28 Jan 2026
UCT prof joins call to strengthen Africa-led research, development Prof Jo-Ann Passmore has joined other Calestous Juma Science Leadership Fellows to author a research paper that highlights practical, Africa-led actions to strengthen health research and development ecosystems. 28 Jan 2026
Cultivating compassion in healthcare Dr Heidi Matisonn delivered a Summer School lecture on the importance of adopting compassion in the healthcare sector. 28 Jan 2026
TB harnesses part of immune defence system to cause infection Scientists from UCT have contributed to an international study that shed new light on why humans and animals are so susceptible to contracting tuberculosis. 26 Jan 2026
UCT’s HPALS – among top 10 sport science schools globally UCT’s Health through Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Sport (HPALS) has ranked 10th place on the Shanghai Sport Science Schools and Departments list. 13 Jan 2026
Mubeen Goolam receives coveted Lawrence Goldstein Science Policy Fellowship The fellowship is designed to train scientists to become stem cell policy advocates. 30 Jan 2025
‘Greater moral courage’ necessary to transform global health The annual Dr Stuart Saunders Memorial Lecture was held on Tuesday, 28 January, and celebrated the legacy of the colossal scholar and champion of the people. 30 Jan 2025
Dr Mubeen Goolam appointed as first African recipient of coveted Goldstein Science Policy Fellow The International Society for Stem Cell Research ( ISSCR ) has appointed University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Dr Mubeen Goolam as one of the three new Goldstein Science Policy Fellows. 29 Jan 2025
REVIVE: Large-scale HIV trial set to build capacity in clinical trial management in Africa The REVIVE trial is one of the largest ever HIV trials to take place on the continent – testing a simple antibiotic intervention with the potential to increase survival rates in advanced HIV. 28 Jan 2025
UCT Vice-Chancellor welcomes first-year students to the 2025 academic year A new academic year begins at UCT with a call to excellence, Ubuntu, and transformative learning. 27 Jan 2025
Top 100: UCT rises in Medical and health and Education Studies UCT sees an improvement in subject placement according to the THE World University Rankings published this month. 24 Jan 2025
Robert J Wilkinson awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List for services to infectious disease research UCT’s Professor in Infectious Diseases at Imperial and the Director of the Wellcome Discovery Research Platform for Infection has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List. 06 Jan 2025 Republished
Bongani Mayosi Memorial Lecture: A tribute to the past and a celebration of the future of medicine in SA Dr Vuyane Mhlomi delivered an insightful lecture at the fifth annual Bongani Mayosi Memorial Lecture. 31 Jan 2024
Established UCT researcher makes history with Wellcome Discovery Award Supported by a recent award, Prof Anthony Figaji investigates the worldwide impact of the lethal manifestation of TB when it affects the brain – TB meningitis. 19 Jan 2024
Accelerate use of nuclear medicine as primary diagnostic, therapeutic modality UCT’s Dr Stuart More said nuclear medicine should be recognised as a valuable diagnostic and therapeutic modality for cancers and a range of other diseases. 18 Jan 2024
UCT researchers land prestigious fellowship for trailblazing African health research A recent accolade positions two select UCT researchers as emerging leaders in biomedical and health research, enabling them to address critical health challenges in the region. 17 Jan 2024
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