Dr Monika Moir of the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation received a SAMRC–UKRI grant. Will focus on how climate change reshapes spread of West Nile virus in Africa. Will also investigate movement of virus and strengthen surveillance and research capacity.
International Biodiversity Day was on 22 May. Dr Francis Vorhies of the African Wildlife Economy Institute wrote an opinion piece. He explained how the harvesting of Africa’s wild species supports rural livelihoods and boosts the global cosmetics industry.
#DayInTheLife As a leading higher education and research institution in South Africa, we are proud of our diverse and talented community of over 4 000 full-time staff members – academics, researchers, and professional administrative support staff – who work together to create an environment where discovery, creativity and transformation thrive. Annually, throughout May, the #ADayInTheLife campaign shares the stories of Stellenbosch University (SU) staff who play a crucial role in shaping the institution’s impact.
Changes in human-wildlife relationships shaped by much more than direct encounters. Influenced by people’s values, practices and institutions governing how wildlife is managed. Distant actors, media, and storytelling also play a role.
#DayInTheLife As a leading higher education and research institution in South Africa, we are proud of our diverse and talented community of over 4 000 full-time staff members – academics, researchers, and professional administrative support staff – who work together to create an environment where discovery, creativity and transformation thrive. Annually, throughout May, the #ADayInTheLife campaign shares the stories of Stellenbosch University (SU) staff who play a crucial role in shaping the institution’s impact.
SU launched its 2026 Library Research Week under the theme “Score Big! Elevate your research”. Speakers highlighted the growing importance of AI literacy, research infrastructure and ethical scholarship in a changing academic landscape. Prof Francesco Petruccione warned that AI could accelerate discovery, but also “scale up” mediocrity if used uncritically.
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#DayInTheLife As a leading higher education and research institution in South Africa, we are proud of our diverse and talented community of staff members – academics, researchers, and professional administrative support staff – who work together to create an environment where discovery, creativity and transformation thrive. Annually, throughout May, the #ADayInTheLife campaign shares the stories of Stellenbosch University (SU) staff who play a crucial role in shaping the institution’s impact.
Prof Tammy Robinson-Smythe of the Centre for Invasion Biology delivered her inaugural lecture on Thursday 14 May 2026. She focuses on how marine alien species spread along South Africa’s coast and how to manage them. Her work aims to support government and conservation agencies to manage marine invasions.
#DayInTheLife As a leading higher education and research institution in South Africa, we are proud of our diverse and talented community of staff members – academics, researchers, and professional administrative support staff – who work together to create an environment where discovery, creativity and transformation thrive. Annually, throughout May, the #ADayInTheLife campaign shares the stories of Stellenbosch University (SU) staff who play a crucial role in shaping the institution’s impact.
