UP honours top scholars at annual Academic Achievers’ Awards

Posted on November 07, 2024

The University of Pretoria (UP) honoured its brightest minds at the prestigious 24th annual Academic Achievers' Awards. This year, 114 exceptional staff members were recognized for their outstanding research, teaching, and contributions to society.

UP nursing expert to represent SA at BRICS Young Scientist Forum

Posted on November 07, 2024

ProudlyUP: Congratulations to UP’s Dr Maurine Musie – a midwife specialist, senior lecturer and emerging researcher – who’s been selected to represent South Africa at the 2024 BRICS Young Scientists Forum in Russia from 18 to 22 November! Dr Musie, the youngest PhD holder...

Clinical Associates Symposium highlights crucial role in bridging South African healthcare gaps

Posted on November 07, 2024

The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences recently held its much-anticipated Clinical Associates Research Symposium on October 9, 2024, under the resonant theme "Building Bridges to Universal Health Coverage: The Role of Clinical Associates." This annual symposium, an...

‘SA needs a shift in neonatal care so that every infant has the best possible start in life,’ says UP nursing expert

Posted on November 07, 2024

“Neonatal care is no longer just about ensuring survival – it’s about giving every infant the best possible start in life,” said Professor Carin Maree, a senior lecturer in the Department of Nursing Science at the University of Pretoria (UP), during her recent inaugural...

Short tips: How to stay malaria free

Posted on November 06, 2024

Malaria is a life-threatening disease spread through the bites of parasite-infected Anopheles.

UP EXPERT OPINION: ‘Malaria doesn’t recognise borders; our response shouldn’t either’

Posted on November 06, 2024

Malaria is a preventable and treatable disease that continues to pose a major public health threat, particularly in places with high transmission

African science leaders gather at UP to celebrate 10 years of growth

Posted on November 05, 2024

African science leaders are increasingly taking center stage in global science and technology discussions, according to Dr. Connie Nshemereirwe, Director of the Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP).

UP's Substance abuse and Diabetes Outreach awareness

Posted on November 04, 2024

On October 25, 2024, stakeholders from Ward 55—including COSUP, SAPRIN, UP Medical Students, SAVF, Hercules CPF, Hercules Clinic, MYDO, DITIRO Rehab Center, TLF, Tshwane Blind Care, Gov Communications, Wits RHI, the City of Tshwane, Socio Tech, Hercules SAPS, and Gauteng Emergency...