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Human dignity at the heart of medical profession: Dr Imtiaz Sooliman
South African doctors should remember that they don't live in a vacuum but in a society in which there is much suffering. They should think back to why they became doctors and serve their fellow human beings with love, kindness...
Have we given AI a free pass for too long?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a big part of our everyday lives as we increasingly depend on it. Should we be fearful of AI and the pace at which it is progressing? Will we lose control over our future or will AI complement and...
#WomenofSU: Dr Nyambura Mwagiru – “Keep moving towards your dreams"
Dr Nyambura Mwagiru is at the helm of Tygerberg International, located in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS). She enjoys working in the challenging, multifaceted and dynamic space of advancing the internationalisation...
Contributions of SU academics celebrated with Research Excellence Awards
Stellenbosch University (SU)'s Research Excellence Award ceremony was held at the SU Museum on Monday 29 August 2022. The awards were presented to SU researchers who made the biggest contribution in terms of accredited publications (based...
Research with impact showcased at FMHS’ 66th Annual Academic Day
Climate change is the greatest threat to humanity and to global health right now. It is affecting the whole world and it respects no borders. The US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned that the number of pandemics is...
New DVC ready to increase SU's impact in research, innovation and postgraduate studies
Prof Sibusiso Moyo has been appointed as the new Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Postgraduate Studies at Stellenbosch University. She officially joins the University today. Prof Sibusiso Moyo's educational and...
Casual Day: Persons with disabilities need all the support they can get
Each year on the first Friday in September, South Africans celebrate Casual Day to raise awareness about the visible and invisible barriers that prevent persons with disabilities from participating fully in all spheres of society. In...
Year-old Climate School already making its mark
The School for Climate Studies at Stellenbosch University (SU) is barely one year old, but has already achieved some major successes. This is even more remarkable considering that the entity was established in June 2021, when the pandemic...
Disability Unit celebrates 15 years of support and inclusivity
The Disability Unit at Stellenbosch University (SU) has pioneered many improvements on campus since it was established in January 2007. Unit head Dr Marcia Lyner-Cleophas has been there right from the beginning and is justifiably proud of...
Eminent SU researchers receive NRF awards
Ten prominent researchers at Stellenbosch University (SU) were honoured by the National Research Foundation (NRF) at the annual NRF Awards held on Thursday 1 September 2022. The awards recognise and celebrate South African research...