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Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
New SAMRC/SUN Preeclampsia Research Unit to tackle life-threatening pregnancy condition
The SAMRC has established a new Extramural Research Unit at Stellenbosch University, led by Prof Catherine Cluver, to advance research on preeclampsia, a major cause of maternal and neonatal deaths worldwide. The unit builds on over a...
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Early birth safer for mother and baby in high blood pressure pregnancies
A major Cochrane review found that planned early birth after 34 weeks in women with high blood pressure nearly halves serious maternal complications and reduces the risk of stillbirth. The analysis of 3,491 women across multiple countries...
Stellenbosch University
People with Down syndrome must be included in conversations about their healthcare
People with Down syndrome value relational, respectful and person-centred healthcare. Frequently excluded from conversations about their own healthcare. Important to incorporate voices, lived experiences of people with Down syndrome and...
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Strijdom to lead biomedical sciences with focus on excellence, compassion and innovation
Prof Hans Strijdom has been appointed Executive Head of Biomedical Sciences, aiming to build on the department’s strong foundation through three core pillars: excellence, compassion and self-accountability. He plans closer alignment with...
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Faculty Management
Management consists of : Dean: Prof Elmi Muller Vice Dean: Learning and Teaching - Prof Karin Baatjes Vice Dean: Clinical Services and Social Impact - Dr Therese Fish Vice-Dean: Research and Internationalisation - Prof Nico Gey van Pittius...
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Healing starts with vulnerability: South African medical deans unite for #CrazySock4Docs day
South African medical faculties are marking #CrazySocks4Docs (5 June 2026) to raise awareness about mental health in healthcare, encouraging openness and self-care among professionals. The campaign reframes vulnerability as strength, with...
Stellenbosch University
Ending hunger in Africa needs Africa-led science — and the governance to match
World Hunger Day was on 28 May. Prof Scott Drimie of the Division of Human Nutrition wrote an opinion piece. He focused on ending hunger in Africa.
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Postgraduate Open Day
Are you a health or science graduate looking to deepen your expertise and drive meaningful change in healthcare? Join us for the Postgraduate Open Day at Stellenbosch University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences — your gateway to...
Stellenbosch University
World Environment Day highlights importance of sustained climate action
World Environment Day was celebrated on 5 June. Experts at SU wrote opinion pieces for the media. They highlighted the importance of sustained climate action.