CPD Activity Mock Trial/Hearing Following Alleged Medical Negligence

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...

UP leads drafting of national research strategy on cancer

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.

RE.SEARCH 9: What if? 

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...

#WomenOfUP: Prof Zodwa Dlamini honoured at SA Women in Science Awards

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.

Celebrating Women’s Month: Dr. Kuhlula Maluleke’s Inspiring Journey in Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria

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...

Celebrating Women's Month: Rising Star Charlise Basson Advances Human Physiology Research

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...

World Mosquito Day: SADC region needs strengthened collaboration to stop world’s smallest killer, says UP Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control

Posted on August 20, 2024

The mosquito is the deadliest animal in the world, killing more than 700 000 people each year.

Celebrating Women in Science: The Impact of UP’s Prof. Annatjie van der Wath in Nursing Research

Posted on August 19, 2024

As we celebrate Women’s Month, it is essential to recognise the remarkable contributions of women in science and academia. Prof. Annatjie van der Wath, a distinguished researcher and leader in the Department of Nursing at the University of Pretoria, exemplifies the profound impact that...