Fewer than 70 Albertina Sisulu orchids are left; researchers say fungi key to saving the species

Posted on July 12, 2022

The Albertina Sisulu orchid was described as a new species in 1955, the same year the struggle stalwart launched the Freedom Charter with her compatriots in the ANC Women’s League. Researchers at the University of Pretoria want to help save this endangered plant by understanding the unique...

Future scientists awarded as exceptional achievers

Posted on June 13, 2022

Nearly 70 prizes were awarded at the Annual Exceptional Achievers Function for the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences students in May this year.

Nine UP academics nominated for NSTF/South32 Awards, SA’s ‘Science Oscars’

Posted on June 09, 2022

Earlier this month, the National Science and Technology Forum announced the finalists for this year’s NSTF-South32 Awards. UP congratulates and celebrates nine of our own researchers who have been nominated!

Faculty newsletter for May 2022 now available

Posted on May 31, 2022

Faculty newsletter for May 2022 now available

#UPGraduation2022: Graduate overcomes sight impairment challenges to obtain master’s

Posted on May 24, 2022

UP student Zak Claassen has a received a Master’s Degree in Bioinformatics cum laude, successfully overcoming accessibility challenges during his postgraduate studies as a result of him being blind.

Never let your fears stand in the way of your dreams

Posted on April 25, 2022

NAS Featured scientist: Dr Dina Coertzen Senior Postdoctoral fellow: Malaria Parasite Biology and Drug Discovery laboratory (M2PL), Department of Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology

Oppenheimer Generations funds two research chairs at the University of Pretoria

Posted on March 22, 2022

Speaking at the launch, UP Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Tawana Kupe thanked the Oppenheimer family for supporting research in under-resourced fields.

#International Day of Forests: 'Forest entomology is the key to healthier forests' – UP forestry experts

Posted on March 21, 2022

#International Day of Forests: 'Forest entomology is the key to healthier forests' – UP forestry experts, To raise awareness of the importance of forests and promote more sustainable forestry practices, the United Nations proclaimed 21 March the International Day of Forests.