Posted on June 28, 2023
UP is ranked number one in South Africa in three of the nine indicators: Employer Reputation (155 in the world), International Research Networks (26), and Sustainability (158).
Posted on June 27, 2023
Eleven University of Pretoria (UP) academics and science communicators have been announced as finalists for the National Science and Technology Forum/South32 Awards – popularly known as the “Science Oscars” of South Africa.
Posted on June 22, 2023
UP’s second annual Giving Campaign kicks off on 24 July! The campaign seeks to raise funds to provide financial assistance to undergraduate & postgraduate students at the University throughout their studies.
Posted on June 19, 2023
Advanced midwifery specialist and midwifery lecturer in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria Dr Maurine Rofhiwa Musie is currently the youngest recipient of a doctorate in the Department of Nursing Science.
Posted on June 14, 2023
Donating blood is truly a selfless act of humankind. With no recognition or compensation, one voluntarily gives this precious commodity that helps save lives. How do we thank those that give blood selflessly to those in need?
Posted on June 14, 2023
World Netball is pleased to announce that Prof. Christa Janse van Rensburg, who heads the Section Sports Medicine in Faculty of Health Sciences, has been appointed as Chair of the World Netball Medical Advisory Panel (MAP).
Posted on June 12, 2023
The process of developing UP's digital transformation strategy has allowed for a reflection of current digital milestones and has been an opportunity to conceptualise, redefine and reposition the way forward.
Posted on June 09, 2023
On Friday, 09 June 2023, the Occupational Therapy Department in the Faculty of Health Science at the University of Pretoria held a Mental Health Awareness event for Community Health Workers (CHWs) at Atteridgeville Clinic.
Posted on June 02, 2023
The University of Pretoria demonstrated the importance of collaboration and partnership with a high-level visit to seven training hospitals under the Faculty of Health Sciences led by Prof Tawana Kupe, the Vice-Chancellor and Principal.
Posted on June 02, 2023
The Faculty of Health Sciences was abuzz in bright, “crazy” socks on Friday, the 2nd of June despite the cold weather, demonstrating their wide support of the “#CaringForOurCarers” campaign. Staff and students at the Faculty were treated to a steaming hot cup of soup and a...
Posted on June 02, 2023
In the wake of the cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal, Tshwane and the Free State, Tukkievaria asked Prof Veronica Ueckermann, Head of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Pretoria (UP), for information about the course of the illness and tips on treatment.
Posted on June 01, 2023
UP Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Tawana Kupe congratulated the UP community on achieving remarkable milestones. “Once again UP has proved to be one of the leading universities not only in Africa but also in the world for impact towards the SDGs,” he said.
Posted on May 31, 2023
The Faculty of Health Sciences recently hosted the highly anticipated TURF Symposium, marking the opening of TURF for the year 2023. Undergraduate students from all disciplines were warmly welcomed to participate in this enlightening event.
Posted on May 30, 2023
The marketing strategies that e-cigarette companies use to target young people are concerning, particularly considering the potential effects of “vaping”, including addiction and financial hardship, says UP’s Prof Olalekan Ayo-Yusuf.
Posted on May 24, 2023
Cell C and Reach For A Dream Foundation today unveiled a new Dream Room at the Paediatric Cardiology and Pulmonology Clinic at the Steve Biko Academic Hospital designed to transform the treatment experience of seriously ill children in Pretoria.
Posted on May 19, 2023
Reflection by Dr David Nabarro following his visit to the University of Pretoria. Receiving the invitation from the University of Pretoria to visit the campus and be awarded an honorary doctorate filled me with immense joy. It wasn’t just any invitation, but an opportunity to visit one...
Posted on May 18, 2023
On 18 May 2023, the School of Dentistry at the University Of Pretoria Faculty Of Health Sciences received a donation of non-perishable foods and sanitary towels from Sanlam in support of the Food Parcel project.
Posted on May 16, 2023
Prof Tiaan de Jager, Director of the UP Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control shares speaks on SA FM.
Posted on May 16, 2023
The Thabo Bester case has unleashed a fascination for forensic science. Bridget Hilton-Barber speaks to one of South Africa's foremost forensic pathologists about the vital role of autopsies and what they tell us about the state of our nation.
Posted on May 12, 2023
On 11 May 2023, the University of Pretoria Faculty of Health Sciences hosted the launch of the biography of a renowned academic, Dr. Bongani Mayosi to celebrate and honor his legacy. The launch was held at the new 21st-century hi-tech Health Sciences Library
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