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News FHS panel weighs in on the hard but necessary work of transformation How do health sciences colleagues engage with their discomforting experiences and turn them into opportunities for change? This was the essence of a recent panel conversation. 17 Jul 2024 - 8 min read

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FHS panel weighs in on the hard but necessary work of transformation

How do health sciences colleagues engage with their discomforting experiences and turn them into opportunities for change? This was the essence of a recent panel conversation. 17 Jul 2024 - 8 min read

IDM’s emerging scientists: Pioneering breakthroughs in infectious disease research

The IDM’s emerging scientists’ groundbreaking work in infectious disease research tackles challenges from SARS-CoV-2 immunity to TB transmission.

16 Jul 2024 - 4 min read

Advancing health through innovation: The IDM’s journey

The IDM, based at UCT, celebrates a dynamic cohort of young scientists and two decades of excellence in infectious disease research.

09 Jul 2024 - 5 min read

Cross-sectional study spotlights unnerving findings on phantom limb pain

Research by UCT’s Dr Katleho Limakatso finds that a large proportion of patients who have undergone lower limb amputations experience phantom limb pain.

08 Jul 2024 - 6 min read

Global rankings: UCT rises in research ranking

UCT has been ranked 116th globally by the US News Best Global Universities Rankings, up nine places.

05 Jul 2024 - 4 min read

HIV drug trial shows injection twice-yearly 100% effective against infection UCT’s Prof Linda-Gail Bekker, principal investigator for the South African part of the study, tells Nadine Dreyer what makes this breakthough so significant and what to expect next. 04 Jul 2024 Republished

Inspiring Young Minds: UCT’s Summer School Programme at Masiphumelele UCT’s Summer School programme, in collaboration with IkamvaYouth, is inspiring young minds in Masiphumelele. Experts in anaesthesia and astronomy opened up new worlds for eager learners at the summer school class on 22 June 2024. 26 Jun 2024

Do socio-cultural contexts drive antimicrobial resistance? UCT’s Assoc Prof Esmita Charani’s latest research studies why socio-cultural contexts need to be taken into consideration to mitigate antimicrobial resistance. 25 Jun 2024

How to curb the global spread of Non-Communicable Diseases In Lara Dugas’s final MasterScience chapter, she explores effective strategies to tackle the global rise of NCDs – including nutrition policies, innovative climate solutions and improved healthcare access. 21 Jun 2024

Drivers of Non-Communicable Diseases: Lessons from low-income countries AXA Chair in Non-Communicable Disease Epidemiology, Lara Dugas, and the University of Cape Town uncover the main drivers behind the global spread of NCDs in low-income regions and the global implications. 21 Jun 2024

Non-Communicable Diseases: The silent pandemic Did you know that more than a quarter of people in both low and middle-income countries are struggling with obesity and being overweight? 21 Jun 2024

UCT-led project awarded £500 000 to fast-track research on antimicrobial resistance This year, AMRoots scooped third place in the prestigious Trinty Challenge. The award will accelerate research on antimicrobial resistance in small-scale farming communities. 18 Jun 2024

Transforming Child Healthcare in Africa UCT’s African Paediatric Fellowship Programme (APFP) is transforming child healthcare in Africa by training a new generation of paediatric leaders. 05 Jun 2024

Youth Month: ‘Time Hacks’ keeps students’ schedule in check Zukile Ntentema has developed a time management programme that he delivers via WhatsApp to keep students on top of their game. 04 Jun 2024 Youth Month

Professor Ntobeko Ntusi delivers valedictory address Prof Ntobeko Ntusi bid farewell to UCT and Groote Schuur Hospital on Wednesday, 22 May, in what was a maiden valedictory lecture for UCT. 28 May 2024

Perinatal depression: Why it’s in the spotlight Maternal Mental Health Month is observed in May with a focus on perinatal mental health. 14 May 2024

Rising Star Award recipient Dr Sabelo Hadebe on forging a career out of immunology Dr Sabelo Hadebe, a senior lecturer in the immunology division in the Faculty of Health Sciences, was one of 15 global recipients of the Rising Star Award from the International Union of Immunological Society in December 2023. The award recognises outstanding early-career professionals who have made significant contributions to the field of immunology and their communities. 14 May 2024

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