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Remarkable new nuclear magnetic resonance instruments make SU a leader in science research
The Central Analytical Facilities (CAF) Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) facility at Stellenbosch University (SU) was relaunched on 13 April. Two remarkable, unique new NMR instruments, manufactured by Bruker, to the value of almost R30...
Bio-informatics key to conservation
A range of high-resolution maps depicting the local diversity of tree species across the globe, as well as the environmental drivers of this diversity, will serve as a benchmark for the future management of forest ecosystems under a...
GSSA recognises SU students’ for best MSc and Honours theses in earth sciences in 2021
In a double whammy two Stellenbosch University (SU) students were awarded the Geological Society of South Africa's top awards for the best MSc and best Honours theses in earth sciences at a South African university in 2021. It also happens...
Lexicographer receives prestigious award for research
In 2021 Dr Lorna Hiles Morris completed her PhD (Lexicography) in the Department as well as a term as Consolidoc fellow. She has recently been awarded the international A.S. Hornby Dictionary Award – a £15 000 two-year research grant for...
Scanning Electron Microscopy
Sample: Bacterial Biofilm Instruments: ThermoFisher Apreo SEM, CPD Description: Secondary electron imaging allows for visualization of various dehydrated and sputter coated samples. Here, bacterial biofilms were critical point dried and...
#WomenofSU: Dr Celeste Nel – “Never stop learning"
The Centre for Applications, Student Accommodation and Client Services (ASACS) in the Registrar's Division delivers vital student services to ensure that Stellenbosch University (SU) continues to be an excellent residential higher...
The potential of a novel therapeutic agent for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease
With the use of advanced microscopy techniques, researchers were able to show how a natural polyamine, spermidine, could enhance treatment strategies against neurodegeneration associated with Alzheimer’s disease. During her PhD, Dr...
Prof Sandra Liebenberg makes her mark to advance socio-economic rights as human rights
A newly framed artwork of a group of protesting women, crafted on a ream of A4 printed court documents, depicts the struggles of many to ensure the socio-economic rights of all South Africans. It also celebrates the career of Stellenbosch...
Can technology help to promote students’ mental health?
Digital technologies have the potential to promote the mental health of students, expand student counselling services and augment traditional counselling, write Prof Jason Bantjes (South African Medical Research Council / Institute for Life...
World Toilet Day: Many still lack safe toilets, proper sanitation facilities
World Toilet Day was observed on 19 November. In an opinion piece for the Mail & Guardian Dr Jo Barnes (Department of Global Health) calls on the government to ensure that all South Africans have access to safe toilets and proper...