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Novel digital medicines information platform – a ‘game-changer’ for sector The digital version of the South African Medicines Formulary is expected to benefit thousands of clinicians beyond South Africa’s borders. 24 Feb 2022

Capacity building and skills development for health innovation in Africa On Friday, 18 February, H3D director, Professor Kelly Chibale, spoke alongside global healthcare and pharmaceutical industry leaders about building scientific capacity in Africa. 22 Feb 2022

T cells take the fight to Omicron Neutralising antibodies are not the only defence against the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant – T cells generated during previous infection or vaccination still recognise the new variant. 21 Feb 2022

UCT sets its sights on conquering cancer UCT’s Gynaecological Cancer Research Centre celebrated World Cancer Day 2022 with a screening of the documentary Conquering Cancer at Groote Schuur Hospital on 11 February. 17 Feb 2022

Student publications prove to be purposeful and advanced UCT’s IDM based at the Faculty of Health Sciences hosted an annual Postgraduate Student Publication Competition in December 2021. 14 Feb 2022

Grant supports neuroscience study of childhood tuberculous meningitis Dr Ursula Rohlwink will study tuberculous meningitis in children through a recently awarded Wellcome Trust International Intermediate fellowship. 14 Feb 2022

Maternal anaemia investigated as a global health priority PhD candidate Jessica Ringshaw investigates the impact of maternal anaemia, which can affect foetal brain development. 14 Feb 2022

Harness the power of global partnerships UCT VC Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng hosted the 5th annual Heads of Mission breakfast at her official residence, Glenara. 11 Feb 2022

Amshuda Sonday’s perfectly timed ad hom promotion UCT’s Associate Professor Amshuda Sonday’s promotion to the professoriate took effect on 1 January 2022. 09 Feb 2022

Cervical cancer is a disease of inequity UCT’s Professor Lynette Denny speaks to The Conversation Africa about the drivers of cervical cancer and how to close the care gap. 03 Feb 2022 Republished

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