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  • Using technology in the fight against malaria

    Posted on May 09, 2017

    The University of Pretoria Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control recently announced the release of version 1.2 of the 'Malaria Buddy' app originally launched on World Malaria Day 2016.

  • Juggling volleyball and academics

    Posted on May 08, 2017

    Dr Margrit Springer, who recently received her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree during the University of Pretoria (UP)'s Autumn Graduation Ceremonies, is also a star volleyball player who has represented UP in several competitions.

  • Open Day 2017

    Posted on May 05, 2017

    On Saturday, 20 May 2017, the University of Pretoria will hold an open day for high school learners from Grades 9 to 12, and their families.

  • Genome of prostate cancer tumour mapped for the first time

    Posted on May 03, 2017

    A collaborative study by researchers from UP, the Garvan Institute of Medical Research and the University of Sydney in Australia, have mapped the entire genome of a prostate cancer tumour for the first time.

  • Five dentists in one family!

    Posted on May 02, 2017

    After receiving her degree in Dentistry during the University of Pretoria's recent Autumn graduation ceremonies, Amandie Cronje will be the fifth dentist in the family.

  • Malaria Awareness Week: Spreading the word about a killer disease

    Posted on April 21, 2017

    The University of Pretoria Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control has initiated an awareness campaign about malaria, during which focus will also be placed on some of the research being done at the Institute.

  • New compounds show promise for the treatment of tuberculosis

    Posted on April 18, 2017

    A study by researchers in the Department of Chemical Pathology at the University of Pretoria has identified three compounds that may have potential for the treatment of tuberculosis.

  • University of Pretoria celebrates student achievements at 2017 Autumn Graduation

    Posted on April 07, 2017

    More than 13 000 students will receive their degrees at the University of Pretoria's 2017 Autumn Graduation Ceremonies.

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