Make today matter by giving THE UP WAY

Posted on July 24, 2023

Giving Matters is a three-year fundraising campaign aimed at raising R100 million by 2024 to supplement UP’s day-to-day fundraising projects which offer financial assistance to “missing middle” students.

UP studies show how police-community partnerships can reduce crime in high-risk cities

Posted on July 20, 2023

Research by the University of Pretoria (UP) has demonstrated the importance of community policing forums in fighting crime in high-risk environments, such as in Johannesburg.

Leading international nuclear medicine congress recognises UP's Prof Mike Sathekge for pioneering contributions and patient care

Posted on July 20, 2023

The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging has honoured UP’s Prof Mike Sathekge for his contributions to nuclear medicine, his cutting-edge research in theragnostics, and his dedication to providing quality patient care.

UP EXPERT OPINION: French myth of equality exposed

Posted on July 17, 2023

Professor Adekeye Adebajo authored an article titled "French myth of equality exposed: Riots reveal anger of brutalised and marginalised black and brown populations in France" for Business Day on 17 July 2023.

Double win for the University of Pretoria at SA’s ‘Science Oscars’

Posted on July 14, 2023

The University of Pretoria proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of Professor Paxie Wanangwa Chirwa and Dr Daniel William Hart who use their scientific contributions to make today matter and create a better tomorrow.

Closing the knowledge gaps on Africa’s microbiomes could boost health and food security

Posted on July 13, 2023

Africa is trailing behind in efforts to meet the United Nations’ 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) but could catch up quickly by closing the gaps in scientific knowledge of the continent’s microbiomes, say experts.

Researchers say captive elephants’ body language shows they are affected by tourist walks and rides

Posted on July 12, 2023

Researchers say captive elephants’ body language shows they are affected by tourist walks and rides. An international research team observed how seven semi-captive elephants in Knysna moved their trunks, tails and bodies when tourists would feed, touch, ride or walk with them.

Democratising healthcare across Sub-Saharan Africa, the focus of UP Faculty of Health Sciences professor’s inaugural lecture

Posted on July 12, 2023

Deputy Dean of Research and Postgraduate Studies in UP’s Faculty of Health Sciences Prof Tivani Mashamba-Thompson emphasised the need for access to high-quality and timely diagnostic services in Sub-Saharan Africa in for stronger health systems.