THE SCIENCE FACULTY INVITES YOU TO THE 2025 SEMINAR SERIES - Simulating the Universe by Prof Neal Katz at 13:00 SAST on Wednesday, 16 April 2025.

Professor Res Altwegg from the Department of Statistical Sciences will present his inaugural lecture titled “Adventures in Statistical Ecology” at 17:45 SAST on Thursday, 8 May 2025.

The University of Cape Town celebrated graduations from Monday, 31 March until Friday, 4 April 2025. Ceremonies were livestreamed on the website and video recordings are being made available as soon as possible after the event.

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) has approved a five-year continuation for the SAMRC / UCT Drug Discovery and Development Research Unit (DDDRU), under the directorship of Professor Kelly Chibale.

Four UCT researchers – three doctoral students and a postdoctoral fellow – are among 30 outstanding scientists recognised in the Fondation L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents Award programme.

First-year students are invited to begin their journey through Campus Life 2025, which is a comprehensive guide to navigating university life. The publication includes lots of useful information.

The First-Year Campus Reception (FYCR) kicked off on Saturday, 1 February, until Monday, 3 February, at the Sports Centre. Registration information is available online.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) is hosting Parent Orientation on Saturday, 1 February 2025.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) community mourns the passing of retired professor Anton le Roex, who died on Thursday, 9 January, after a long battle with cancer.

In May 2024, UCT Council announced the university’s 11th vice-chancellor. Professor Mosa Moshabela, who took office in August, was officially installed on 25 November 2024. A video recording of the ceremony is now available.

The event served as an inspiring reminder of the power of education and the vital role that individuals can play in shaping a more sustainable and equitable future.

Professor Marcello Vichi, delivered his first lecture as a full professor in October as part of the UCT Inaugural Lecture Series. His talk focused on the relevance of polar oceanography for Africa.