Images captured by LiDAR are revolutionising assumptions about historical communities from late-classical Mayans in Mesoamerica to late iron-age Tswana and Sesotho in South Africa.

UCT’s contributions to the Africa Health Collaborative convening raised an important question: Are we preparing young people for opportunities?

Thomas van Heerden has received the Faculty of Science’s 2026 Established Teacher Award for his student-centred teaching, academic mentorship and contributions to curriculum renewal.

A South African-US study has uncovered how HIV can evolve to resist an antibody designed to prevent infection, offering clues for developing stronger antibody-based prevention strategies.

A Rugby Science and Medicine workshop hosted by UCT and Leeds Beckett University brought together international experts in rugby science, medicine, coaching and player welfare.