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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

Kevin Onrust on his pride at being associated with UCT Kevin Onrust, campus cleaner at the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Faculty of Health Sciences, feels energised by his work at the university. 31 Jul 2025

Vibrant sports field comes to life in Mbekweni The Langabuya Primary School multi-purpose sports field, a 10-year project of UCT’s Drakenstein Child Health Study, is now open. 30 Jul 2025

A transformative step towards scientific inclusion The Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at UCT hosted MCBEngage, a three-day job shadowing programme that represented a vital step toward widening access to science education and careers. 28 Jul 2025

It takes a team UCT’s Prof Alan Davidson delivered his inaugural lecture on the theme of collaborative work on 17 July. 22 Jul 2025

Reimagining health systems for wellbeing – a Collective Conversation UCT conversation series explores how health systems can be transformed to better support holistic wellbeing. 18 Jul 2025

Collective Conversations on health systems for health and wellbeing The second Collective Conversation for A Just Society brought together health and wellbeing experts to explore how co-creation can build stronger, more equitable health-care systems for all South Africans. 18 Jul 2025

Global shortcomings in life-saving surgery highlighted A new study has also revealed that 3.5 million adults die within 30 days of surgery every year. 16 Jul 2025

Oppenheimer Fellowship will advance childhood brain research Paediatric neurosurgeon, Professor Anthony Figaji, of UCT’s Neuroscience Institute, has been awarded the prestigious Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship for his pioneering research into childhood brain injury. 16 Jul 2025

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