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Twin triumph: Atlantis brothers graduate from SU

The Blackenberg twins’ journey with Stellenbosch University (SU) began in high school – and this week, they graduated together from the same faculty. Born in...
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AC21 Legacy Symposium paving the way for future learning collaborations on sustainable development goals

AC21 Legacy Symposium paving the way for future learning collaborations on sustainable development goals

​​​AC21 Legacy Symposium paving the way for future learning collaborations on sustainable development goals.​

At its inception, the Academic Consortium21 (AC21)...

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New ecoregion recognised in Malawi and Mozambique

New ecoregion recognised in Malawi and Mozambique

​​A freshwater crab specialist from Stellenbosch University, Prof. Savel Daniels, was one of nearly 100 specialists from around the world whose research...

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Klass act: Graduating against all odds

Klass act: Graduating against all odds

​​​The first thing you notice about Aiden Klass is how tall he is. The second thing you notice is his beautiful deep voice and perfect enunciation. What you...

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Genes play an important role in TB susceptibility

Genes play an important role in TB susceptibility

New research shows that genetics play a significant role in a person's susceptibility to developing tuberculosis (TB).

Researchers at Stellenbosch University...

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World Water Day: Responses to SA water crisis disappointing

World Water Day: Responses to SA water crisis disappointing

​World Water Day was observed on 22 March. In an opinion piece for the Cape Argus, Dr Jo Barnes from the Division of Health Systems and Public Health reflects...

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Maties brave the extremes of Antarctica for groundbreaking research

Maties brave the extremes of Antarctica for groundbreaking research

​Being dwarfed by a 30-metre-high ice shelf, making a braai in sub-zero temperatures, and attempting to sleep when the sun never sets were some of the many...

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