Posted on August 21, 2024
Postdoctoral researcher at the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (NECSA) Gugu Kubheka has been included on the 2024 Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans list in the Energy category.
Posted on August 21, 2024
Women’s Month: Focus on Mrs Ria Swart, Administrator: Department of Chemistry
Posted on August 21, 2024
On 8 August, representatives from GEOTERRA IMAGE spoke to the 1st year cartography class at the University of Pretoria about a selection of geospatial solutions to problems, implemented using geospatial (and other) technologies. Students of the class come from a wide range of programmes, ranging...
Posted on August 20, 2024
The mosquito is the deadliest animal in the world, killing more than 700 000 people each year.
Posted on August 17, 2024
Discover why joining UP could be the best decision you ever make! From world-class facilities to unmatched academic excellence, learn what makes UP a top choice for students worldwide.
Posted on August 16, 2024
UP’s 6th Annual Women in Science Symposium brought together prominent women to discuss the leadership roles of women in science. From inspiring stories to addressing challenges in STEM, this event was a powerful reflection on gender equality and sustainability.
Posted on August 16, 2024
The University of Pretoria (UP) has been part of a groundbreaking international study to understand how plants found in drylands have adapted to these extreme habitats. The results of this large-scale study, which involved 120 scientists from 27 countries, were recently published in scientific...
Posted on August 14, 2024
Two internationally renowned professors from UP's Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and founding members of the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI), Profs Mike and Brenda Wingfield, were recently honoured by IUFRO
Posted on August 13, 2024
In her insightful op-ed, Dr Clarietta Chagwiza highlights the crucial role of science in addressing pervasive inequalities that hinder progress in developing economies. From gender and income disparities to unequal access to technology and education, these challenges prevent us from achieving the...
Posted on August 13, 2024
Women’s Month: Focus on PhD candidate Rimbilana Shingange
Posted on August 02, 2024
UP chemistry researcher Dr Madelien Wooding’s academic journey saw her going from studying and working in the clothing retail management sector to being a top chromatographic and mass spectrometer researcher. Now, her contribution to the field of separation science has earned her a National...
Posted on August 02, 2024
UP researchers stumbled upon the blood-thinning potential of South Africa’s indigenous lavender tree “by accident” while trying to establish the safety of an oral rinse, and they say a local sweet-smelling herb could fight inflammation in the lungs. The findings were...
Posted on July 19, 2024
This year, as part of UP's efforts to raise awareness and funds, the campaign has launched a raffle for an iconic 1967 Volkswagen (VW) Beetle. The vehicle holds special significance for the University, having once been owned by Prof Casper Rautenbach who served as Vice-Chancellor and Principal at...
Posted on July 19, 2024
Sci-Enza provides a stimulating environment where discovery is encouraged and learning becomes an adventure, exploring the intricacies of physics, unravelling the mysteries of biology, and delving into the world of technology and innovation.
Posted on July 18, 2024
In the spirit of Mandela Day on 18 July, which encourages individuals to devote 67 minutes to charitable endeavours or community service, Professor Themba Mosia, Interim Vice-Chancellor and Principal at UP, invites everyone to participate in supporting a good cause.
Posted on July 18, 2024
Higher education in SA costs R20,000/month, unaffordable for many. Families struggle, students miss out. Gugu Ihenacho highlights the need for support.
Posted on July 15, 2024
PhD candidate Nomzamo Dlamini of the University of Pretoria’s Department of Consumer and Food Sciences devised a new assessment tool reflecting factors unique to people in the global south, which can be used by researchers to better understand food choice motives.
Posted on July 12, 2024
With R82m raised since 2022, UP is close to the R100m target for its #GivingMatters campaign.
Posted on July 12, 2024
“I want to use my knowledge as a biologist to make a difference to the health burden on the African continent,” says Dr Dina Coertzen, a biotechnology lecturer at UP, who is focused on contributing to the fight to eliminate malaria and on gender equality in the sciences.
Posted on July 12, 2024
Ever heard of ruthenium? It’s one of the rarest-known metals – and the focus of UP chemistry lecturer Dr Frikkie Malan’s research. He chats about his discipline and the work he does with young people to inspire in them a love of science.
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