Posted on May 11, 2023
“It was a great joy to see my children benefit from the same educational institution that has been such an important part of my life and career,” said UP information science lecturer Prof Marlene Holmner.
Posted on May 10, 2023
“By screening African populations, we’ve got a higher potential of finding novel prebiotics, probiotics and other antibiotics just by harnessing the power of our gut microbiomes,” said UP’s Prof Thulani Makhalanyane.
Posted on May 10, 2023
Having received numerous awards while completing both his BSc and honours degree cum laude at UP, it was no surprise when Vusi Chiloane recently graduated, with honours once again, with a master’s degree in biochemistry.
Posted on May 10, 2023
UP engineering graduate Chase Onorati says his family has a “contagious sense of dedication and determination”, which likely explains his recent achievements not only in the academic arena, but in the swimming pool too.
Posted on May 08, 2023
“Typically, 80% of funding for UN peacekeeping missions goes directly to support the needs of the operations, not to rebuilding war-torn countries to sustain peace,” says UP’s Prof Adekeye Adebajo, warning that this must be remedied urgently.
Posted on May 05, 2023
UP Professors Nigel Bennett and Anita Michel, who have been placed in the top 10 of Research.com’s 2023 list of researchers cited in animal and veterinary science, talk about what attracted them to South Africa and detail their research interests.
Posted on May 05, 2023
"By encouraging women and girls to pursue STEM education, South Africa can ensure that it has a diverse and brilliant workforce that can drive innovation and economic success in the coming years," writes Prof Holmner.
Posted on May 05, 2023
Prof Thulani Makhalanyane has become the first African academic to be appointed Editor-in-Chief of Reviews and Perspectives for the prestigious ISME Journal.
Posted on May 04, 2023
UP graduate Linda Bhila graduates with flying colour and forms part of Golden Key member despite being diagnosed with mycetoma disease.
Posted on May 04, 2023
In a first for Africa, the University of Pretoria has launched a “new” interactive, 21st-century hi-tech Health Sciences Library at the Faculty of Health Sciences, seeking to bridge the gap between learning and innovation and providing virtual spaces – and the technology –...
Posted on May 03, 2023
In his recent Business Day column, Professor Adekeye Adebajo reflects on the efforts of European countries to address their exploitation of Africa and the call of Africa for reparations through the 1993 Abuja Proclamation.
Posted on May 02, 2023
UP's Department of Biochemistry, Genetics & Microbiology Professor Thulani Makhalanyane, unpacks his field of expertise in this Business Talk interview as well as his upcoming public expert lecture on 4 May. He also explains why the microbiome field is important.
Posted on May 02, 2023
A family of five veterinarians, all of whom have qualified at UP! The latest graduates are Marlie and Sybrand Harris, who recently shared a graduation stage during the Faculty of Veterinary Science’s ceremony.
Posted on May 01, 2023
UP and the University of Edinburgh discuss strategic partnership areas for the two universities during a recent visit to the United Kingdom.
Posted on April 28, 2023
A new exhibition entitled 'Artology': Selected Works from UP Museums Collection is now on at the Javett-UP Art Centre.
Posted on April 27, 2023
UP history expert Professor Thula Simpson reflects on the significance and meaning of Freedom Day almost three decades since South Africa’s first democratic elections on 27 April 1994.
Posted on April 27, 2023
We now have the right to pursue prosperity and equality, and develop our full potential, says UP Vice-Chancellor and Principle Prof Tawana Kupe in light of Freedom Day and Worker's Day in South Africa.
Posted on April 26, 2023
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) graduate, Saman Akhtar, tosses her cap at UP’s autumn graduations after beating cancer all while completing her medical degree.
Posted on April 25, 2023
Having been fascinated from an early age by ecology and the natural world, Donaldson set a course for success in her chosen field, which has culminated in her graduating with a PhD as part of the University’s autumn graduation sessions.
Posted on April 25, 2023
UP malaria experts, Professor Tiaan de Jager and Dr Taneshka Kruger from UP's Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control shed light on ways to eliminate malaria in light of World Malaria Day today, 25 May 2023.
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