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Sibulele Tonisi graduates
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From Mfuleni to master in biochemistry – SU graduate overcomes the odds

Growing up in the Cape Town township of Mfuleni, a career in science felt light years away, says Sibulele Tonisi. But last week (Tuesday, 24 March) he graduated...
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Leading-edge Biomedical Research Institute a 'game changer' for healthcare in Africa

Leading-edge Biomedical Research Institute a 'game changer' for healthcare in Africa

​​The launch of its new state-of-the-art Biomedical Research Institute (BMRI) places Stellenbosch University (SU) at the forefront of biomedical sciences on...

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New Africa Centre lecturers bring a wealth of expertise

New Africa Centre lecturers bring a wealth of expertise

​​For the past two decades, the Africa Centre for HIV/Aids Management, which is part of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, has equipped almost 5...

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Improving lives with breakthroughs in biomedical sciences

Improving lives with breakthroughs in biomedical sciences

​​A leading-edge biomedical research facility, the Biomedical Research Institute (BMRI), is being launched by Stellenbosch University (SU) this week. In an...

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Launch of STEM MentHER programme at SU

Launch of STEM MentHER programme at SU

The first cohort of STEM MentHER learners were paired with their mentors at Stellenbosch University (SU) during a special ceremony on Wednesday, 4 April 2023.

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Scientists identify new benchmark for freezing point for water at -70 °C

Scientists identify new benchmark for freezing point for water at -70 °C

​​Scientists have discovered yet another amazing aspect of the weird and wonderful behaviour of water – this time when subjected to nanoscale confinement at...

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New Director of Fundraising ready to advance SU

New Director of Fundraising ready to advance SU

​​David Marupen, the newly-appointed Director of Fundraising in Stellenbosch University's Development and Alumni Relations Division (DAR) has more than 25...

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