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Proof that biomedical research can be sustainable The Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine celebrates two years of major sustainability achievements under the Sustainable Science Initiative. 18 Aug 2026
Prof Romy Parker talking 'Complex Regional Pain Syndrome' on radio The brilliant Prof Romy Parker talking 'Complex Regional Pain Syndrome' on radio, with Bridget Masinga (SAfm). 13 Aug 2026
Health Sciences Writing Lab-led project wins Oxford VC Award Papers with Purpose, a FHS Writing Lab project, has received the University of Oxford’s VC Award. 11 Aug 2026
Aspen continues support for Poisons Information Centre The Poisons Information Centre recently welcomed funder Dr Stavros Nicolaou for a special visit to the centre. 11 Aug 2026
New unit a shot in the arm for healthcare research in Africa UCT provides platform for cutting-edge research and data integration. 07 Aug 2026
Prenatal stress may alter brain networks that regulate children’s emotions Researchers have found that children whose mothers experienced psychological distress during pregnancy showed measurable differences in the communication between brain regions responsible for processing and regulating emotions. 05 Aug 2026
A new chapter for African Brain Child The launch of the Discovery Neuroscience in Children: Advancing Understanding and Treatment of Acute Brain Conditions research unit marks a new milestone for the African Brain Child research group. 04 Aug 2026
From discovery to impact: UCT showcase reimagines the postdoctoral journey The University of Cape Town’s (UCT)’s recent Postdoctoral Research Showcase highlighted interdisciplinary collaboration and practical applications of "real-world" research while affirming the postdoctoral identity through professional development.  30 Jul 2026
And the ‘Science Oscar’ goes to? Prof Sudesh Sivarasu and the Cube Analysis and Rendering Tool for Astronomy team came out on top at the 2025/2026 NSTF-South32 Awards. 29 Jul 2026
‘Africa’s future lies in agriculture’ UCT’s Environmental Humanities South zoomed in on agricultural engineer Amílcar Cabral's impact on soil science in Africa on the last day of their African Environmentalism of Soil webinar. 27 Jul 2026
Clinicians warn of dangers linked to pre-workout supplements The case illustrates how easily consumers may unknowingly ingest potentially harmful amounts of stimulants. 27 Jul 2026
Professors Dave and Wearne’s real measure of success Professor Joel Dave and Professor Nicola Wearne delivered their joint inaugural lecture on Thursday, 23 July. 27 Jul 2026
Winelands learners win top research prize in Ireland Two teenagers who are members of the Youth Research Advisory Group linked to the South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative at UCT have won a global accolade. 24 Jul 2026
How a Deaf student experienced real inclusion at UCT As the country celebrated three years since the South African Sign Language was enacted into law, UCT’s Disability Service has upped the ante on making local and international students and staff feel at home. 24 Jul 2026
SA's food system is failing children Lori Lake from UCT’s Children Institute examines South Africa’s child malnutrition crisis and outlines five policy actions to improve nutrition and protect children’s futures. 15 Jul 2026 Republished
UCT prof shines light on fertility crisis in new documentary A UCT academic is helping to bring greater attention to one of the emerging environmental factors linked to reproductive health. 14 Jul 2026
UCT study finds traces of banned toxic chemicals in children’s products The study found chemical signatures associated with persistent organic pollutants in a range of products commonly used by children. 08 Jul 2026
Living ethically in an unethical world Prof Jantina de Vries delivered her inaugural lecture on Thursday, 25 June. 29 Jun 2026
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