Research and innovation Where code meets impact: UCT research software shaping science, health and society

In honour of International Research Software Engineering Day, UCT spotlit software-enabled research and joined discussions aimed at growing research software capability and recognition.

06 Nov 2026 - 7 min read
 
Research and innovation Pioneering research team and emerging scholars lead UCT's success at NRF Awards

A pioneering research team and three exceptional doctoral researchers showcased the depth of UCT's scholarship at the 2026 NRF Awards.

17 Sep 2026 - 5 min read
 
Research and innovation "E-walleting the sun": Challenges of affordability and justice for South Africa’s energy transition

At UCT's final Collective Conversations event of the year, experts examined whether load shedding truly is over and what trials remain on South Africa and the continent’s path to a just energy transition.

03 Sep 2026 - 9 min read
 
Research and innovation 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 - 9 min read
 
News Rethinking water and waste

The fifth instalment of UCT’S Collective Conversations on Science for Society was held on Monday, 27 July.

29 Jul 2026 - 9 min read