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Stellenbosch University and NSRI join forces to combat drowning
As World Drowning Prevention Day approaches on July 25, Stellenbosch University (SU) and the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) are reinforcing their commitment to drowning prevention through enhanced partnerships, research, and...
Social Impact: SUNCOI inspires passion for chemistry in learners
With Stellenbosch University's (SU) focus on social impact awareness in July, this series of profiles celebrates remarkable individuals and teams who make a meaningful contribution beyond the University's walls. The recent inaugural Social...
Research on Alzheimer drug memantine sheds light on novel mechanism in maintaining cell health
Memantine is one of the main drugs prescribed for patients with mild to severe Alzheimer's disease. Yet, despite an 8.5% increase worldwide in the use of the drug between 2008 and 2018, uncertainties remain regarding the most favorable...
Uncertainty about social media’s role in adolescent mental health
Although there is a slight yet meaningful positive link between anxiety and depression in adolescents and the time they spent on social media as well as their engagement on different platforms, the jury is still out on whether social...
SU contributes to groundbreaking study on ultra-rare diseases
In a landmark study published in Nature Genetics, Stellenbosch University (SU) has played a notable role in advancing the diagnosis of ultra-rare diseases. The TRANSLATE NAMSE study, involving researchers from 16 German university hospitals...
More than 500 BSc degrees awarded
More than 500 degrees in the natural sciences will be awarded during Stellenbosch University's December graduation ceremonies this week. On Thursday, 8 December, 17 doctoral degrees will be awarded, while 487 BSc, 35 Honours- and 46 MSc...
New isotope hydrology technique reveals secrets of river flow
Researchers used isotope hydrology techniques to develop a pioneering method to assess how different sources of water sources contribute to river flow dynamis. Dr Andrew Watson, a post-doctoral fellow in the School for Climate Studies at...
SU students selected for prestigious Africa United Youth Orchestra performance at Carnegie Hall
Stellenbosch University's Department of Music is proud to announce that six of its talented students have been selected to join the Africa United Youth Orchestra (AUYO) for a historic performance at Carnegie Hall in August 2024. Their...
Students and South-South relations benefit from SU English language programme
Learning a new language is much like travelling to a distant land: Every word unlocks a world of new possibilities, and every sentence builds bridges to exploring a new culture. This was also the experience of 16 students from Côte d...
EMS Dean says farewell after six years
After six years as Dean of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) Prof Ingrid Woolard will be taking up a new position as Executive Dean of the University of Sussex Business School later this year. Leading a Faculty that...