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African MBA students pursuing positive global change Social impact and innovation are increasingly becoming priorities for MBA students seeking to equip themselves with skills to bring their ideas to life, especially in Africa. 31 Aug 2018

Advancing the science of measurement The pioneering Metrological and Applied Sciences University Research Unit at UCT will be critical in helping determine new standards for current and mass in South Africa. 31 Aug 2018

A medical solution aimed at malnourished children The first African study to trial faecal transplants, called THRIVE, is set to get under way. 31 Aug 2018 Republished

Agroecology key to food security in developing countries Smallholder agriculture in emerging economies offers a vital blueprint for alternative solutions to current intensive farming practices that are threatening the environment. 31 Aug 2018 Republished

If you’re pregnant and vaping, you may want to reconsider Parents should consider the dangers of e-cigarettes to infants, children and teenagers. We still know very little about the chemicals and toxins in these devices. 31 Aug 2018 Republished

MeerKAT Award for UCT Chair of Astronomy Professor Renee Kraan-Korteweg has been lauded at the SA Women in Science Awards 2018 for distinguishing herself in the advancement of the science of radio astronomy. 30 Aug 2018

Canoe polo star competes in Belgium UCT business science student Tristan Drummond recently represented South Africa at two international canoe polo tournaments in Belgium. 30 Aug 2018

Primo On The Go is live! UCT’s new Primo multi-platform search tool, which has been likened to a 21st-century mining tool, invites students and staff to a whole new world of knowledge. 29 Aug 2018

Student developers creating societal solutions A new club for students who want to improve their web and app development skills, while also working to create solutions to societal concerns, has been launched at UCT. 29 Aug 2018

Inclusivity Policy for Sexual Orientation up and running UCT is tackling head-on issues of discrimination based on sexual orientation with its new official Inclusivity Policy for Sexual Orientation. 29 Aug 2018

Speaking with two hands and all 10 fingers Two hands and 10 fingers are all it takes to learn a new language that’s inclusive and transforming, staff on a Signing pilot course discovered. 29 Aug 2018

Karin Murris inaugural lecture Karin Murris, professor in the field of pedagogy and philosophy at the School of Education, will present her inaugural lecture on 5 September. 28 Aug 2018

Universities SA says that universities will not make blanket decisions on #FeesMustFall transgressors Universities SA says that universities will not make blanket decisions on the 2015/16 #FeesMustFall transgressors. 28 Aug 2018

So long, but not goodbye After five years as dean of UCTʼs Centre for Higher Education Development, Associate Professor Suellen Shay is stepping down, but isnʼt moving too far away. 28 Aug 2018

Project to protect workers in digital gig economy The digital gig economy operates mostly in unregulated ways; bad news for the protection of workers’ rights. But a new research project aims to change that. 28 Aug 2018

Accelerating the integration of renewables A tool developed by a UCT postgraduate aims to overcome the uncertainties associated with renewable energy and incorporating it into power grids. 28 Aug 2018

ICA’s celebration of live art Audiences can expect to be challenged, inspired and educated during this year’s ICA Live Art Festival, which runs from 1 to 16 September. 27 Aug 2018

UCT MOOCs make international impact UCT’s free online courses are making waves internationally, with six MOOCs named among the highest-rated options from 800 universities across the globe. 27 Aug 2018

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