Posted on September 29, 2023
Dr. Nombulelo Sepeng, a senior lecturer in the Department of Nursing Science in the Faculty of Health Sciences, recently garnered acclaim as a finalist for the 2023 HERS-SA HEWL Awards in the Emerging Young Women Leaders Category. Dr. Sepeng's remarkable journey and her profound impact on the...
Posted on September 28, 2023
The SA Paediatric Association has recognised the student-led Tuks Children's Trust as the best Care Bear organisation in 2023 as part of the Care Bear challenge, which promotes compassionate and sustainable projects in the paediatric community.
Posted on September 22, 2023
The University of Pretoria's Faculty of Health Sciences has once again pushed the boundaries of healthcare education by hosting the second instalment of its ground-breaking transdisciplinary competition, SIMUPWars 2023. This extraordinary event, held on September 20, 2023, showcased ten...
Posted on September 21, 2023
Under the theme ‘Centering Ubuntu Healthcare in Society 5.0: A Transdisciplinary Agenda during COVID-19 and Beyond’, the conference provided valuable insights into Ubuntu philosophy, caring ethics and collective responsibility in healthcare.
Posted on September 19, 2023
By joining forces, the University of Pretoria and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign aim to stay at the forefront of technological advancements in the field of health sciences education and research.
Posted on September 14, 2023
UP remains the University of choice for thousands of prospective students, parents and guardians who visited UP campuses on #ChooseUP Day ahead of the 2024 academic year.
Posted on September 13, 2023
Prof Annie Joubert, Head of the Department of Physiology successfully applied for a New Generation of Academic Programme (nGAP) position for 2023 for her department. The University of Pretoria secured four nGAP lecturer positions for 2023, one of which was awarded to the Faculty of Health...
Posted on September 12, 2023
As part of a team of researchers from five countries, Professor Zodwa Dlamini aims to tackle the pressing issue of cancer inequities by attempting to define the causes of cancer disparities in diverse underserved populations.
Posted on September 11, 2023
The Department of Physiology at the University of Pretoria proudly announced the remarkable participation of Professor Trevor Nyakudya at the recently concluded 5th International Congress of the African Society of Physiology and Physiopathology (SA2P). This esteemed event, jointly hosted by the...
Posted on September 08, 2023
Professors Sumaiya Adam (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) and Werner Cordier (Pharmacology) proudly represented the University of Pretoria alongside several other South African delegates at the International LOOOP Symposium held in Germany on August 24th and 25th.
Posted on September 08, 2023
The Institute for Cellular and Molecular Medicine (ICMM) in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria is making waves in maternal, child and women’s health. Through its collaboration with the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and the Bill and Melinda Gates...
Posted on September 07, 2023
UP’s Charné Eileen Swart and her fellow athletes demonstrated that competition is not just about winning; it's also about supporting one another, especially in high-pressure situations like international competitions.
Posted on September 01, 2023
The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of two exceptional researchers who were honoured at this year’s esteemed National Research Foundation (NRF) Awards Ceremony. This annual event casts a spotlight on exceptional...
Posted on August 31, 2023
The University is very pleased to be so well represented by these exceptional individuals and recognises the extraordinary role that they play, not only with their own research, but in elevating the research of their colleagues at the University.
Posted on August 24, 2023
Congratulations to the winners of the Faculty Research Day awards! We were honoured to have Prof. Themba Mosia, the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Pretoria, join us as a special guest at the awards ceremony.
Posted on August 24, 2023
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria (UP) hosted its highly anticipated Faculty Research Day at the Tswelopele Building, Prinshof South campus, on August 24, 2023. This significant event organised by the FHS Research Office and Chaired by Prof Mashamba-Thompson. The event...
Posted on August 21, 2023
Dr Kathryn Malherbe was recognised at the G20 Digital Innovation Alliance Conference for her ground-breaking creation, Breast AI, which empowers ultrasound imaging to detect, segment, and predict breast cancer even in remote settings.
Posted on August 20, 2023
Ahead of World Mosquito Day, commemorated annually on 20 August
Posted on August 18, 2023
UP has been ranked number two in South Africa and Africa in the highly cited researchers' category of the 2023 Shanghai Ranking. Overall, the university ranked number three in the country and fourth in Africa.
Posted on August 18, 2023
In celebration of Women's Month, we shine a spotlight on Dr. Tsakane Hlongwane, a specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, and her exceptional contributions in maternal health research as a Young Scientist.
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