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
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
Reflecting on research milestones at the Annual Research Celebration UCT’s research accomplishments and milestones were recently showcased at the Annual Research Celebration. 17 Dec 2025
UCT invested in nurturing the next generation of researchers Building a diverse, inclusive and research-productive staff body is a strategic priority for UCT, supported through deliberate researcher development initiatives. 17 Dec 2025
Immunity, outbreaks and building vaccine sovereignty UCT hosted its final inaugural lecture of its 2025 series on 20 November. It was delivered by Prof Wendy Burgers in the New Learning Centre Lecture Theatre on the Faculty of Health Sciences campus. 25 Nov 2025
ASSAf recognises UCT leading scholars’ research excellence Nine UCT researchers were inducted as members of the ASSAf, which represents the highest ideals of scholarly integrity and social responsibility. 21 Nov 2025