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UCT’s academic excellence celebrated at the NRF awards Several leading University of Cape Town (UCT) researchers received recognition at the prestigious National Research Foundation (NRF) Awards ceremony on 7 August 2025. 13 Aug 2025
African-led neuroscience research earns national science recognition UCT researcher, Dr Rachael Dangarembizi, is determined to shift the focus towards cryptococcal meningitis, one of the leading causes of meningitis-related deaths in adults living with HIV in Sub-Saharan Africa. 08 Aug 2025
‘Chasing zebras and catching futures’ Prof Dick Ng’ambi delivered his inaugural lecture on 25 July, which focused on how technology is reshaping our educational values. 30 Jul 2025
UCT breaks ground on flagship Green Precinct UCT officially launched its flagship Green Precinct and Water Treatment Facility, a project to transform water sustainability, research and community well-being. 24 Jul 2025
UCT linguist elected to British Academy UCT Emeritus Professor Rajend Mesthrie has been elected a Fellow of the British Academy. 22 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
New study proves the power of mentorship The result of this study showed improved mental health, reduced distress and a stronger sense of belonging for young people in SA. 18 Jul 2025 Republished
East African countries and open borders East Africa has made greater strides towards the free flow of people crossing borders and seeking work than most of Africa; however, the key constraint in the region is political and security instability. 18 Jul 2025 Republished
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
Cape Town’s Sewage Issue: Science vs Politics Cape Town’s sewage crisis highlights the tension between scientific research and political interests. 08 Jul 2025 Republished
Fellowship boost for UCT researcher UCT’s Dr Amber Abrams has been granted a fellowship to continue with her work on climate sensitive infectious disease in impoverished communities. 07 Jul 2025
Evolutionary ecologist enters prestigious Royal Society Fellowship fold Prof Claire Spottiswoode joins other prominent UCT-based researchers as well as renowned greats from around the world who’ve been elected into the prestigious Fellowship of the Royal Society.  04 Jul 2025
IsiXhosa research goes international UCT lecturer Sanele Ntshingana is one of 18 global fellows selected for the WEB Du Bois Research Institute Fellowship at Harvard University. 04 Jul 2025
UCT’s Energy Research Day: conducting collaboration through connection The university’s Energy Research Day brought together cross-faculty stakeholders with a vested interested in the energy space to share research insights and discuss bold ideas. 02 Jul 2025
Revolutionising understanding of the cosmos The LSST project is set to reshape our understanding of the cosmos through vast collaboration. 27 Jun 2025
Academic calls for emotional leadership in healthcare Prof Jacqueline Hoare has penned an article around the emotional toll of South Africa’s public healthcare crisis. 23 Jun 2025
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