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A joyful celebration filled with blessings for SU’s 13th Rector and Vice-Chancellor

The informal celebration of the inauguration of Stellenbosch University’s (SU) new Rector and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Deresh Ramjugernath, started on a festive...
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Forests have potential to store more carbon, but emissions must be cut

Forests have potential to store more carbon, but emissions must be cut

​​A new study by hundreds of scientists around the world, including Stellenbosch University (SU), found that forests globally have the potential to store...

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SU multidisciplinary student team develops eco-friendly prototype wind reader

SU multidisciplinary student team develops eco-friendly prototype wind reader

​​​​A multidisciplinary team comprising of four postgraduate students from Stellenbosch University (SU) has developed a prototype eco-friendly wind reader...

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SU and PET Labs Pharmaceuticals forge strategic partnership for cyclotron facility

SU and PET Labs Pharmaceuticals forge strategic partnership for cyclotron facility

Stellenbosch University (SU) is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with PET Labs Pharmaceuticals (Pty) Ltd to establish a cutting-edge...

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SU outreach to Zambia brings hope to heart disease patients

SU outreach to Zambia brings hope to heart disease patients

An outreach by Stellenbosch University's (SU) Division of Cardiology has brought hope and a life-saving procedure to patients in Zambia who suffer from...

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SU alumni dream team takes first place in Cambridge Misinformation Hackathon

SU alumni dream team takes first place in Cambridge Misinformation Hackathon

​A web-based plugin which addresses misleading numerical claims in online media reports earned three Stellenbosch University alumni first place in the Cambridg...

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Retiring Prof Gubela Mji built a bastion for disability and rehabilitation studies

Retiring Prof Gubela Mji built a bastion for disability and rehabilitation studies

​Speaking to Professor Gubela Mji about her life's work is like speaking to someone on the cusp of a brand-new adventure. Over two decades after she joined the...

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