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Strengthening UCT’s strategic partnerships from Africa to Asia
UCT advanced key partnerships in Hangzhou, China, strengthening Africa–Asia collaboration in research and innovation.
24 Dec 2025
- 6 min read
Research and innovation
UCT scientist honoured for advancing equitable cancer research
Renowned cancer scientist Prof Sharon Prince has been honoured with the 2025 A.G. Oettlé Memorial Award for her pioneering research, leadership and dedication to developing affordable cancer therapies in South Africa.
23 Dec 2025
- 5 min read
A career of service: Douglas Sias retires
UCT bids farewell to Douglas Sias, learning technologies consultant, after 15 years of service.
23 Dec 2025
- 6 min read
Research and innovation
Science translation top of mind at research day
A recently hosted research day, through departmental collaboration within the Faculty of Health Sciences, brought together the research community to engage on the importance of impactful science.
22 Dec 2025
- 5 min read
News
George Hull on winning a 2025 National University Teaching Award
Fresh from winning a 2025 National University Teaching Award, Assoc Prof George Hull speaks about his teaching philosophy, influences and innovation in the classroom.
22 Dec 2025
- 6 min read
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Student fencer shines at Cape Open
Alexandra Lancaster bagged a silver medal in the Cape Town National Fencing Open Tournament.
19 Dec 2025
- 3 min read
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Western Cape children face dual nutrition crisis
UCT’s Emer Prof Marjanne Senekal has conducted research which found that young children face a double burden of malnutrition, with stunting and obesity occurring at worrying levels.
19 Dec 2025
- 4 min read
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Storytelling as a research skill
UCT’s Knowledge Co-op hosted a workshop with knowledge translation specialist Renira Narrandes on how storytelling can make research clearer and more engaging.
18 Dec 2025
- 4 min read
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A legacy of data, justice and community
Prof Murray Leibbrandt honoured the late Emeritus Professor Francis Wilson at SALDRU’s 50th anniversary, reflecting on his moral clarity, mentorship and enduring influence on South African inequality research.
18 Dec 2025
- 8 min read