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New DSc-study explores untapped potential of the human gut microbiome
The more we discover about the human gut microbiome and the gut-brain axis, the more questions arise concerning the influence that trillions of microorganisms have on the development of mental disorders and serious diseases such as cancer...
Getting vaccinated a priority
Dear colleagues and students Getting vaccinated a priority Let me share some feedback from a scheduled meeting of Stellenbosch University's (SU) Institutional Committee for Business Continuity (ICBC) on Friday, 27 August 2021. COVID-19 As...
“I love the versatility of my work”, says geology alumnus
“Develop strategies to find the best solution for a problem –there is no one-size-fits-all answer." – Nomvo Kasolo, BScHons in Geology Nomvo Kasolo obtained a BSc in Earth Science from Stellenbosch University in 2019. She subsequently...
SA Reserve Bank Governor inspires hope for economic growth
Dr Lesetja Kganyago, Governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), inspired hope for economic growth in South Africa and reiterated the importance of an independent SARB during a public lecture on Wednesday evening (06 March 2019)...
MSc student Francisca Darkoh recipient of prestigious Mandela Rhodes Scholarship
When Francisca Darkoh applied for yet another bursary to support her postgraduate studies in physiological sciences at Stellenbosch University (SU) last year, she had no idea that the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship, administered by the Mandela...
New SRC Chair vows to address student issues
The newly elected Stellenbosch University (SU) Student Representative Council (SRC) Chairperson, Mr Xola Njengele, says he is committed to addressing the pressing issues of Matie students. Njengele is currently completing a Postgraduate...
Nominations for new SU Chancellor to open on 14 August
Nominations for a new chancellor of Stellenbosch University (SU) are to open on 14 August 2019. An electoral college, consisting of members of Council, members of the Executive Committee of Senate and the President and the Vice-President of...
Maties among 200 bright young South Africans
One current and two former Maties are among the 200 notable South Africans under the age of 35 featured in the Mail & Guardian's annual edition of Young South Africans. The 2016 edition was published in the Mail &Guardian on Friday (24...
Riccardo Swanepoel makes history and receives SU Chancellor's Medal
Mr Riccardo Swanepoel was awarded Stellenbosch University's (SU) Chancellor's Medal for 2016, yesterday (7 December) during the graduation ceremony of the Faculties of AgriSciences and Engineering. This is the highest honour the University...
FMHS graduates record number of health professionals
More than 350 undergraduate graduands from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) at Stellenbosch University (SU) pledged to serve and respect humanity and provide compassionate, effective and ethical healthcare at the annual...