Posted on October 24, 2024
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH: It may be less common, but breast cancer among men is a rising concern. UP’s Prof Joji Mercier outlines the risks, symptoms and treatment options for male breast cancer. “Guys, the pink ribbon month is not only aimed at breast cancer awareness for the...
Posted on October 23, 2024
The reasons for embarking on a research topic are multifaceted. For Raashmi Balbadhur, a lecturer in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Pretoria (UP), this reason moved within hours from her being an educator in the Faculty of Health Sciences to becoming a patient with a...
Posted on October 22, 2024
The University of Pretoria's Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) celebrates its 10th anniversary with a two-day event (Oct 25-26). The program empowers researchers as scientific leaders across Africa.
Posted on October 21, 2024
A University of Pretoria (UP) professor is part of a global team whose new research estimates that 10 000 lives could be saved in South Africa alone if the government were to implement the ‘endgame strategy’ of banning cigarette sales to people born between 2006 and 2010 – even...
Posted on October 18, 2024
The yearly International Students' Day celebration at the University of Pretoria (UP) was held recently. This year's subject was "Internationalization: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers."
Posted on October 18, 2024
Prof. Trevor Nyakudya, an Associate Professor in the Department of Physiology at the University of Pretoria, has been appointed to two roles within the International Union of Physiological Sciences (IUPS). He will serve as co-chair of the IUPS Teaching Workshop Publicity Committee and as a member...
Posted on October 18, 2024
Joshuan du Toit, a second-year MBChB student at the University of Pretoria and resident at House Ukuthula, recently put his general knowledge to the test on Wie Word ’n Miljoenêr, impressing audiences with his calm composure and quick thinking. Competing against 5 other contestants,...
Posted on October 17, 2024
INVESTING IN FUTURE LEADERS: UP recently welcomed the Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority to its campus for a donor site visit. The event demonstrated the tangible impact of the authority’s bursary programme on students.
Posted on October 17, 2024
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria is proud to announce the reappointment of Professor Tivani Mashamba-Thompson, Deputy Dean of Research and Postgraduate Studies, to the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) Board as a Council on Higher Education representative. This...
Posted on October 17, 2024
There is a great deal of excitement in the fields of cell and gene therapy as the findings of painstaking research aimed at uncovering the cellular and molecular nature of human disease are now beginning to bear fruit. This is also true for the cutting-edge genetics research being done in South...
Posted on October 17, 2024
The Prinshof School for the Visually Impaired, which serves students with both visual impairments and severe intellectual disabilities, recently celebrated its annual sports day with the help of first-year Occupational Therapy (OT) students from the University of Pretoria.
Posted on October 16, 2024
Students from the University of Pretoria, School of Healthcare Sciences, led by their IHL(Integrated Health leadership) mentors, recently took part in the Community Engagement Tour. This initiative, part of the Integrated Healthcare Leadership (IHL) 120 module, is designed to prepare healthcare...
Posted on October 15, 2024
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria is proud to spotlight Dr. Glynn Buchanan, an Adjunct Professor and discipline lead in the Division of Endodontics, who has recently earned a C2 rating from the National Research Foundation (NRF). This recognition places Dr. Buchanan...
Posted on October 15, 2024
The tobacco industry has set its sights on Africa, exploiting regulatory loopholes and targeting a rapidly growing youth population with new nicotine products. This warning was issued by Professor Lekan Ayo-Yusuf, Head of the School of Health Systems and Public Health at the University of...
Posted on October 15, 2024
Tobias Niebuhr, medical alumnus from the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences, has been awarded the prestigious Cecil Renaud Overseas Scholarship for 2025, marking the culmination of over a year of dedication and strategic decisions aimed at entering the field of digital...
Posted on October 14, 2024
In his inaugural address, Prof Petersen articulated his commitment to positioning UP as a global leader in higher education, fostering a caring and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation, he aims to steer the university...
Posted on October 14, 2024
Prof Michael Pepper, Director of the Institute for Cellular and Molecular Medicine and a professor in the Department of Immunology at the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Health Sciences, has been ranked as the top Biology and Biochemistry scientist in South Africa. This prestigious ranking...
Posted on October 11, 2024
“The first 1 000 days of life is a time of tremendous potential and enormous vulnerability,” said Prof Ute Feucht, an expert in maternal and child health who is based at UP, during her highly anticipated inaugural address. Her lecture focused on how placental function, maternal health...
Posted on October 04, 2024
“As the urgency for sustainable development accelerates, the University of Pretoria continues to strengthen our contribution to a sustainable future. We clearly understand the challenges at hand cannot be addressed by any single entity, and that to make a real difference, we need to...
Posted on October 02, 2024
It’s official! We’ve handed over our beloved '67 VW Beetle to its new owner, Ms. June Petersen! After thousands of raffle tickets sold, we're thrilled to see this iconic car go to such a wonderful home. Congratulations, June! Here’s to many happy and safe kilometers ahead!
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