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With deep SU ties, Louis du Preez takes up role on University Council
Don’t throw away those Cannabis leaves – they are packed with rare compounds
Analytical chemists from Stellenbosch University (SU) have provided the first evidence of a rare class of phenolics, called flavoalkaloids, in Cannabis leaves.
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Social Impact Duck Race to make a difference
A plastic duck race to support two meaningful causes is organised by the Social Impact Committee of the Faculty of Education. The whole campus, as well as...
NRF Awards honours four Stellenbosch University A-rated researchers
Stellenbosch University (SU) once again celebrates its eminent researchers who were honoured at the annual National Research Foundation (NRF) Awards. Profs...
Dr Ruenda Loots empowers changemakers with experiential learning
This Women's Month, we're celebrating the academic staff at Stellenbosch University (SU) who are shaping minds and inspiring excellence through their teaching...
Alcohol ban linked to fewer Cape Town fires – SU study
New research from Stellenbosch University (SU) shows that there is a strong correlation between alcohol consumption and residential fire incidents.
The study...
Meet the 2025 cohort of Matiepreneurs headed for EDHE Intervarsity Regionals
Seven student entrepreneurs from Stellenbosch University (SU) have advanced to the regional round of the 2025 Entrepreneurship Development in Higher Education...