Posted on September 19, 2024
The University of Pretoria celebrates Dr. Lané Prigge, Senior Lecturer in Clinical Anatomy, for her achievement of receiving the Y2 NRF rating, marking a significant milestone in her research career. Specialising in clinical anatomy, Dr. Prigge focuses on neuroanatomy, specifically the brain's...
Posted on September 17, 2024
Dr Candice Hendricks, paediatric haematologist & UP PhD graduate, is advancing cellular & molecular medicine. Her journey from clinician to scientist is dedicated to improving access to life-saving stem cell transplants for children:
Posted on September 17, 2024
Professor Marietjie Venter has been awarded the distinguished NRF B2 rating, recognising her as an internationally acclaimed virologist. As an Extraordinary Professor at the University of Pretoria’s Department of Medical Virology and Director of the Centre for Emerging Arbo and Respiratory...
Posted on September 16, 2024
Professor Tivani Mashamba-Thompson and Anwani Nekhumbe have developed a detailed guide on the responsible and ethical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in health sciences, specifically aimed at postgraduate students at the University of Pretoria. As AI becomes an integral part of research and...
Posted on September 16, 2024
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria celebrates Dr. Nonhlanhla Tlotleng's achievement of a Y2 NRF rating, a recognition for her work in occupational health, a specialised field within public health. Focusing on workplace hazards, occupational cancers, and their effects on...
Posted on September 11, 2024
Prof. Trevor Nyakudya, an associate professor in the Department of Physiology at the University of Pretoria, has been awarded the prestigious C2 rating by the National Research Foundation (NRF). Prof. Nyakudya holds several degrees, including a BSc, BScHons, MSc Medicine, and a PhD in Medical...
Posted on September 11, 2024
Prof. Marthie Ehlers, Professor and Principal Medical Scientist at the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences, has been awarded a C2 rating by the National Research Foundation (NRF). Holding a PhD in Microbiology, Prof. Ehlers has committed her research to exploring the genomic...
Posted on September 10, 2024
#UPGraduation2024: UP's fully online programmes continue to make education more accessible, with a record 400 UPOnline graduates receiving their qualifications during UP’s recent Spring Graduation ceremonies.
Posted on September 10, 2024
Professor Ramadimetja Shirley Mooa, who heads the Department of Nursing Science, will be returning to the Western Sydney University as a visiting scholar from 08 September to 19 October 2024. This visit follows her initial engagement in 2019, where she spent two weeks collaborating with...
Posted on September 09, 2024
This was the observation of Karin Blignault, a passionate horse rider, author and occupational therapist from Cape Town, who is among the proud graduates at the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Spring Graduation ceremonies. Earning her master’s degree in occupational therapy at the age...
Posted on September 06, 2024
"At UP, we believe in the transformative power of research, and this ranking reaffirms our standing as a research-intensive institution dedicated to advancing the frontiers of knowledge and contributing meaningfully to global scholarship,” said Professor Sunil Maharaj, UP Vice-Principal for...
Posted on September 05, 2024
On 8 August 2024, the Brain Tumor and Translational Neurosciences Centre (BTC@UP) hosted a unique networking event at the University of Pretoria's Future Africa Campus. This event served as a crucial platform to foster collaboration within the field of neurosciences by highlighting ongoing...
Posted on September 02, 2024
UP’s Spring Graduation ceremonies are under way! It will be conferring degrees, diplomas and certificates on over 2000 students this week, with more than 26% receiving donor-funded support.
Posted on August 31, 2024
The University of Pretoria Faculty of Health Sciences invites you to join clinical colleagues and members of the legal profession in a true-to-life presentation of a formal inquest hearing (“mock trial”) in respect of the death of a patient allegedly resulting from negligent or...
Posted on August 28, 2024
The national Department of Science and Innovation has tasked UP with bringing all publicly funded cancer research and innovation across the country together into a single, coherent national research strategy.
Posted on August 26, 2024
RE.SEARCH 9 is our most novel edition yet. In it, we have featured research that encourages us to think afresh, and is doing so, we’ve highlighted new ways of looking at research. You can expect to read about research that has potential and promise for the future but which is still nascent...
Posted on August 23, 2024
“I hope that my work and determination inspire young scientists to persevere in their efforts until we find lasting solutions to address cancer in Africa,” says Prof Dlamini.
Posted on August 22, 2024
In celebration of Women’s Month, the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria is shining a spotlight on the accomplishments of Dr. Kuhlula Maluleke, an emerging researcher and senior lecturer in Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the School of Health Systems and Public Health...
Posted on August 22, 2024
As we continue to celebrate Women’s Month, we turn our attention to one of the University of Pretoria’s most promising young researchers, Dr. Charlise Basson. Recently completing her PhD, Basson is now taking on a new role as a postdoctoral researcher, where she continues to break new...
Posted on August 20, 2024
The mosquito is the deadliest animal in the world, killing more than 700 000 people each year.
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