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Professor Emerita Valerie Mizrahi elected to prestigious US academy
With her election as an honorary member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Emer Prof Valerie Mizrahi joins the ranks of some of the world’s most distinguished scholars.
30 Apr 2025
UCT prioritises end-of-life care with novel project
The five-year study responds to the growing need for palliative care in South Africa.
25 Apr 2025
Surgical hackathon team devises ‘street smart’ solution
The groundbreaking UCT–Harvard hackathon incorporated AI in an attempt to improve health systems.
24 Apr 2025
Effective couple communication alters diabetes care, health outcomes
Good communication between two partners improves self-diabetes management, which improves overall health outcomes.
24 Apr 2025
Building interdisciplinary partnerships to drive innovation and improve cancer outcomes
Three new research grants have been awarded to advance the understanding, prevention and comprehensive management of cancer.
14 Apr 2025
A shared stage, a shared story
The recent UCT autumn graduation celebrated many milestones, including a mother and daughter taking to the stage – a moment shared between the two that left a fond memory.
11 Apr 2025
A premium on academic excellence
Luxolo Mdolo placed a premium on his academic excellence.
07 Apr 2025
‘The future is yours to shape’
Words of encouragement were flowing from the UCT podium during the 2025 autumn graduation.
03 Apr 2025
Tackling kidney disease in children across Africa
Prof Mignon McCulloch delivered the second inaugural lecture of the year at UCT last week, focusing on kidney diseases in Africa and beyond.
02 Apr 2025
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