
Best publication award - Lwanda Buthelezi
The Division of Immunology is pleased to announce that Lwanda Buthelezi and her supervisor Professor Reto Guler received an award for best publication in the category: Basic Lab Sciences Postgraduate award.
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The SAMRC Scientific Merit Awards brings its 10th salutation for the ones who serve in health research science.
The Platinum Lifetime Achievement Award is for an outstanding scientist who has raised the profile of South African science and helped build the foundations of health research in the country for future generations.
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UCT researchers land prestigious fellowship for trailblazing African health research.
Drs Alisha Chetty and Rachael Dangarembizi’s work will contribute to advancements in understanding and fill existing gaps in their respective fields of study.
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Why Immunology at UCT?
VISION
‘Driving science to promote world health’ with an emphasis on cutting-edge research, training students and staff, mentoring and enhancing research capacity in South Africa.
MISSION
To use an integrated cohesive immunology programme of research, education and service to combat communicable and non-communicable diseases in South Africa and beyond.
RESEARCH
UCT has a strong track record in immunology and aims to become the centre of research in Africa. Most of the research projects are internationally collaborative which is essential for meaningful research.
‘Driving science to promote world health’