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DST Minister supports National Science Deans Forum Martie Meyer Posted on 12 Apr 2013 'Science faculties all over South Africa, and probably worldwide, face a number of similar challenges within the higher education system – hence the need for them to share best practices and to collectively develop strategies to advance science, not only in South Africa, but in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region generally. So I welcome this opportunity to address the Forum, as it is important that we get together from time to time to provide feedback to each other and to re-align our thoughts.' [Read More] |
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New home for the Mammal Research Institute (MRI) and Mathematics Martie Meyer Posted on 08 Apr 2013 “In order to develop research and postgraduate education at the University, we need to create an enabling environment for our staff and students. The opening of the new home for the MRI and Mathematics in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences is an excellent example of our commitment to this goal. [Read More] |
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SARChl Chair in Sustainable Malaria Control awarded to UP Martie Meyer Posted on 04 Mar 2013 UP is one of the leading institutions in malaria research in South Africa, recognised for its focus on malaria parasite biology, functional genomics, structure-based drug discovery efforts, innovative vector control strategies and public health and community engagement. This is just one of the many reasons why the University was awarded the South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChl) Chair in Sustainable Malaria Control with a budget of R1,5 million per year, funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) through the National Research Foundation (NRF). [Read More] |
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UP receives SARChl Chair in Mathematical Models and Methods in Bioengineering and Biosciences Martie Meyer Posted on 01 Mar 2013 The University is proud to be the recipient of the SARChl Chair in Mathematical Models and Methods in Bioengineering and Biosciences. Prof Jean M-S Lubuma, a renowned mathematician who is currently the Head of the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics, will lead this prestigious Research Chair with a budget of R2,5 million per year. [Read More] |
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UP Water Institute receives four research chairs from Rand Water Martie Meyer Posted on 22 Feb 2013 Water is second only to air in importance to life. The University of Pretoria (UP) subscribes to this view and is therefore proud to announce that the UP Water Institute, which is recognised internationally for quality education and research in water, was successful in four of the six Rand Water chair positions it applied for. [Read More] |
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Prestigious AU award for Prof Mike Wingfield Martie Meyer Posted on 22 Feb 2013 Prof Mike Wingfield, Director of the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, has been awarded the prestigious African Union (AU) Continental Scientific Award in the Life and Earth Sciences category. The AU Scientific Award Programme is a symbol of the commitment of AU heads of state and the government to raise community awareness and to engage African citizens in Africa’s science. It also seeks to improve technology programmes and to strengthen the continent’s research capacity. [Read More] |
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Prize for geology graduate Martie Meyer Posted on 20 Feb 2013 Justice Keletso Kgarume, of the Department of Geology in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria (UP), was recently awarded a cash prize of R1 000 for being the best geology honours student to attend Venmyn Deloitte and UP’s annual Compliance and Reporting Rules in the Minerals Industry course. [Read More] |
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UP shines at 48th SASPP Congress Prof Teresa Coutinho Posted on 31 Jan 2013 Students and staff of the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences flew the University’s flag high at the recent 48th Congress of the Southern African Society for Plant Pathology (SASPP) at Bela-Bela in Limpopo during January 2013. Several members of the departments of Microbiology and Plant Pathology, Plant Science and Genetics attended the Congress during which they were rewarded for their scientific achievements and contributions to the society. [Read More] |
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UP student awarded a PhD scholarship for research on climate change Martie Meyer Posted on 28 Jan 2013 Melissa Lazenby, a former student in the Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology at the University of Pretoria, was recently awarded a full scholarship to study in the United Kingdom. The prestigious, fully funded PhD Peter Carpenter African Climate Change Scholarship is awarded to top academic African citizens to build capacity in climate change research and related skills within the continent. [Read More] |
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UP signs MoU with university in South Sudan Martie Meyer Posted on 12 Dec 2012 The Dr John Garang Memorial University of Science and Technology in the Republic of South Sudan recently formalised relations with the University of Pretoria (UP) by signing a memorandum of understanding and cooperation agreement between the two universities. [Read More] |
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Another honorary doctorate for Prof Mike Wingfield Martie Meyer Posted on 12 Dec 2012 Prof Mike Wingfield, Director of the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) at the University of Pretoria was awarded an honorary Doctor of Science degree from the University of British Colombia (UBC) during a graduation ceremony held on the Vancouver Campus of UBC on 21 November 2012. [Read More] |
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Publication awards for new book from CERU Martie Meyer Posted on 07 Dec 2012 Prof Rudi van Aarde and Dr Robert Guldemond from UP’s Conservation Ecology Research Unit (CERU) have won several awards from the *SA Publication Forum for their 2012 publication Dune Forest Restoration – a visual journey. The publication received a Merit Award for Excellence in Design as well as a Merit Award for Excellence in Communication. It was also announced as runner-up for Best once-off publication and runner-up for Best Publication Cover. [Read More] |
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FABI hosts Annual Directors’ Forum Martie Meyer Posted on 27 Nov 2012 The Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) at the University of Pretoria is not only home to the Centre for Tree Health Biotechnology (CTHB), but also played host to the Annual Directors’ Forum of the Centres of Excellence (CoEs) this year in November. [Read More] |
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SCITAL Forum launched in Faculty of Natural & Agricultural Sciences Martie Meyer Posted on 27 Nov 2012 A new initiative, the Science Teaching and Learning (SCITAL) Forum, was recently launched in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences. The aim of the SCITAL Forum is to bring together staff with a common and particular interest in teaching and learning [Read More] |
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Acting Deputy Dean for Teaching and Learning appointed in Faculty Martie Meyer Posted on 22 Nov 2012 Prof Marietjie Potgieter has been appointed as the Acting Deputy Dean for Teaching and Learning in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences from 1 January 2013 until 30 June 2013. [Read More] |
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Dr Carina Visser elected as Vice-President of IGA Martie Meyer Posted on 06 Nov 2012 Dr Carina Visser from the Department of Animal and Wildlife Sciences in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences was elected as Vice-President of the Board of Directors of the International Goat Association (IGA) during the XI International Conference on Goats in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria in September 2012. Dr Visser succeeds Prof Donkin in this position, who also attended the conference. [Read More] |
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Prof Brenda Wingfield elected to ASSAf Council Martie Meyer Posted on 18 Oct 2012 Prof Brenda Wingfield, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and a researcher of international calibre, has been elected to the Council of the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) for the 2012 to 2016 cycle. The election took place in September 2012. [Read More] |
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Prof Pat Eriksson wins prestigious award Martie Meyer Posted on 18 Oct 2012 Prof Pat Eriksson, Head of the Department of Geology in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, has been honoured by TWAS (Academy of Sciences for the Developing World) for his fundamental contribution to the understanding of Precambrian sedimentation systems within a broader chronological and geodynamic framework. [Read More] |
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Prestigious medal for Ryan for his research on whales Martie Meyer Posted on 04 Oct 2012 Ryan Reisinger, a PhD student in the University’s Department of Zoology and Entomology has been awarded the Junior Captain Scott medal by the SA Akademie vir Wetenskap en Kuns for Zoological Sciences. The medal is awarded annually for the best dissertation submitted at a South African university for an MSc degree, alternately in the animal and plant sciences. In 2012 animal sciences was eligible for the award. [Read More] |
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Accolades for UP’s science show at Sasol Techno X Martie Meyer Posted on 01 Oct 2012 The University of Pretoria scooped the first prize for the Best Science Show and second prize for the "Best Exhibition” in the tertiary institutions category at the Sasol Techno X 2012. [Read More] |
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Grade 9 Open Day benefits learners and teachers Martie Meyer Posted on 01 Oct 2012 Learners need to be exposed to the various possible future study and career options so that they will be able to make informed choices when they select their subjects for Grade 10. [Read More] |
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Pretoria’s fountains still the cleanest water around Geologie/Geology Posted on 01 Aug 2012 After 150 years, Pretoria’s central business district (CBD) residents are still dependent on the crystal clear waters of the fountains that have sustained the capital since the start of its existence. [Read More] |
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UP a proud partner of Global Young Academy Martie Meyer Posted on 14 Jun 2012 With a programme headlined by the South African Minister for Science and Technology, the Editor-in-Chief of Science magazine and other luminaries, the Global Young Academy (GYA) recently completed a very successful General Assembly meeting at the University of Pretoria’s Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS). [Read More] |
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Prof Mike Wingfield receives another prestigious award Martie Meyer Posted on 30 May 2012 Prof Mike Wingfield, Director of the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) at the University of Pretoria, has recently been awarded the prestigious Johanna Westerdijk Award by the Centraalbureau voor Schimmelcultures (CBS) Fungal Biodiversity Centre. [Read More] |
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UP appoints international expert in Genomics Martie Meyer Posted on 18 May 2012 Prof Don Cowan, an international researcher of note and the former Director of the Institute Microbial Biotechnology and Metagenomics at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) was appointed from 1 May to lead the newly established Centre for Genomics at the University of Pretoria. The Centre is essentially a virtual platform that facilitates and hosts the Institutional Research Theme (IRT) for Genomics. [Read More] |
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International expert speaks on ethical issues in water Martie Meyer Posted on 03 May 2012 Dr Jerome Delli Priscoli, a Senior Adviser of the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) at the Institute for Water Resources recently delivered an address at an open lecture hosted by the UP Water Institute. [Read More] |
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UP commemorates World Malaria Day Prof Lyn-Marie Birkholtz Posted on 26 Apr 2012 Scientists at the University of Pretoria Centre for Sustainable Malaria Control (UP CSMC) commemorated World Malaria Day in an effort to raise awareness for the fight against malaria on 25 April 2012. [Read More] |
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Faculty celebrates academic excellence at Top Achievers function Martie Meyer Posted on 19 Apr 2012 “We live in an interconnected world with a wealth of opportunities. There is an incredible amount of knowledge to generate and share – and the University of Pretoria (UP) is one of the institutions through which this can be done.” [Read More] |
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US assists in science education in Mamelodi Martie Meyer Posted on 18 Apr 2012 A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the United States of America Embassy and the University of Pretoria was signed on 5 April 2012. This MoU is a continuation of an established partnership between the two parties for the Mae Jemison US Science Reading Room, an educational programme on the Mamelodi Campus. [Read More] |
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Leading geologist receives honorary doctorate Martie Meyer Posted on 17 Apr 2012 The University of Pretoria awarded an honorary doctoral degree to Prof Santosh M Warrier, much better known to the global geological community as Prof M Santosh and one of the world’s leading geological scientists, at the Autumn Graduation Ceremonies on 13 April 2012. He is from the Kochi University in Japan. [Read More] |
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Prof Nigel Bennett receives prestigious award Martie Meyer Posted on 04 Apr 2012 The Suid-Afrikaanse Akademie vir Wetenskap en Kuns recently bestowed the Havenga Prize for Biological Sciences on Prof Nigel Bennett from the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria (UP). [Read More] |
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Swedish Ambassador talks on climate change Martie Meyer Posted on 02 Apr 2012 On 29 March 2012, the Swedish Ambassador, Mrs Anna Lindstedt, visited the University of Pretoria’s Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences. [Read More] |
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Honorary doctorate for forestry expert Martie Meyer Posted on 13 Feb 2012 Prof Mike Wingfield, Director of the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) at the University of Pretoria and an internationally renowned researcher, has been selected to receive an honorary degree from the University of British Columbia. [Read More] |
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SAMS honours Prof Jean Lubuma Martie Meyer Posted on 07 Dec 2011 Prof Jean Lubuma was recently awarded with the South African Mathematical Society (SAMS) Award for Research Distinction 2011. [Read More] |
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Prof Brenda Wingfield receives Chancellor’s Award Martie Meyer Posted on 15 Nov 2011 Prof Brenda Wingfield, Deputy Dean in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and a researcher of international calibre, was recently honoured with the Chancellor’s Award for Research for 2012. [Read More] |
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UP support science with bursaries Martie Meyer Posted on 14 Oct 2011 The University of Pretoria (UP) has a long and proud tradition of being one of the main sponsors of and hosting the national finals of the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists. The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences also annually awards bursaries to outstanding Grade 11 candidates at the Expo finals. [Read More] |
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Sheryl Hendriks appointed Director of new Institute for Food, Nutrition and Well-being Martie Meyer Posted on 13 Oct 2011 Prof Sheryl Hendriks from the Department of Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences has been appointed as the Director of the newly established Institute for Food, Nutrition and Well-being at the University of Pretoria from 1 October 2011. [Read More] |
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UP and SACI celebrate International Year of Chemistry Martie Meyer Posted on 15 Sep 2011 On 23 August 2011 the Department of Chemistry at the University of Pretoria (UP) and the South African Chemical Institute (SACI) organised a half-day symposium to celebrate the International Year of Chemistry. [Read More] |
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Two leading young scientists elected to SAYAS Martie Meyer Posted on 13 Sep 2011 Two leading young researchers from the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences were recently elected as Founding Members of the South African Young Academy of Science (SAYAS). [Read More] |
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Prof Slippers honoured with an international Science award Martie Meyer Posted on 09 Sep 2011 Prof Bernard Slippers of UP's Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences has been honoured with the 2011 AU TWAS Young Scientists' National Award. [Read More] |
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Acclaimed chemist honoured with two prestigious awards Martie Meyer Posted on 06 Sep 2011 Prof Casper Schutte, an honorary professor and a member of the Unit for Advanced Studies in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Pretoria was recently honoured with two prestigious medals for his scientific contributions in the field of chemistry. [Read More] |
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Agricultural Baseline launched at UP Martie Meyer Posted on 25 Aug 2011 The formal launch of the annual Agricultural Baseline 2011 for Pretoria presented by the Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy (BFAP) took place recently at the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences of the University of Pretoria. [Read More] |
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Two UP professors awarded prestigious SA Women in Science Awards Martie Meyer Posted on 24 Aug 2011 Two highly acclaimed researchers from the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria were honoured with the prestigious South African Women in Science Awards (WISA) from the Department of Science and Technology (DST) on 19 August 2011. [Read More] |
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Puleng 'found' her science Martie Meyer Posted on 17 Aug 2011 From a learner struggling with science to a science communicator who was selected as the only South African to take part in the "Profession Culture Programme": a two month internship (from end of August this year) at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, Universcience in Paris, France. [Read More] |
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Department of Food Science celebrates long service Martie Meyer Posted on 11 Aug 2011 On 28 July 2011 colleagues, students and friends came together to celebrate Prof Amanda Minnaar's tenth year as HOD of the Department of Food Science as well as 25 years in service of the University. [Read More] |
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Grade 9 Open Day informative and fun Martie Meyer Posted on 11 Aug 2011 Learners need to be exposed to the possible future study and career options so that they can make informed choices when they select their subjects for grade 10. The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences are very aware of this reality and therefore hosted their second Grade 9 Open Day recently. [Read More] |
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Argentinian delegation visits UP Martie Meyer Posted on 08 Aug 2011 A delegation from several key universities in Argentina recently visited the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences of the University of Pretoria and discussed the possibilities of networking and the building of international relations. [Read More] |
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UN Special Rapporteur asks for strengthening of local food systems Ward Anseeuw and Thinah Moyo Posted on 18 Jul 2011 "The prices of food commodities shall in the future be more volatile and higher, in particular as a result of climate disruptions, of increased competition for land and water, and of speculation on both the physical and the financial markets." This is the viewpoint of the United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on the right to food, Prof Olivier de Schutter during his visit to the University of Pretoria (UP) on 12 July. [Read More] |
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Call for NRF Free-standing and Innovation Master's and Doctoral Applications for 2012 Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 15 Jul 2011 Call for NRF Free-standing and Innovation Master's and Doctoral Applications for 2012. [Read More] |
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Leadership development to build food security for Africa Prof Sheryl Hendriks Posted on 14 Jul 2011 Agricultural development has entered a new era of country-driven prioritisation, planning and programming. This requires significant leadership across a broad range of stakeholders. The 2008/9 global food price crisis brought the need for renewed attention to agriculture into sharp focus. For African governments to address hunger and poverty through agricultural growth in the new era requires leadership, change and transformation at various levels and amongst a range of role players. [Read More] |
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UP Biotechnology Students at John Innes Centre Juan Vorster Posted on 22 Jun 2011 Three research students from the University of Pretoria are currently undertaking five-month internships in at the John Innes Centre (JIC), studying biotechnology and learning the skills needed to work in this field. [Read More] |
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Animal and Wildlife Sciences honours academic achievers Martie Meyer Posted on 05 May 2011 Nine bursaries and awards were presented to academic achievers from the department of Animal and Wildlife Sciences at the Annual Merit Awards Function that took place on 19 April 2011. [Read More] |
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Berend Elbrecht plaque unveiled in botanical gardens Martie Meyer Posted on 03 May 2011 "We are surrounded by the wonders of nature; he who shuts his eyes, impoverishes himself." These words summarise the essence of the late Prof Berend Elbrecht in whose honour a commemorative plaque has been unveiled in the Manie van der Schijff Botanical Garden at the University of Pretoria on 20 April 2011. [Read More] |
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A new rain shelter for tea research in Southern Africa Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 03 May 2011 An agreement between LHL(N) Consulting Engineers and the University of Pretoria (UP) to start the tender process for the construction and commissioning of a new rain shelter in Malawi was signed on 20 April 2011. [Read More] |
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UP academic co-chairs the Global Young Academy Martie Meyer Posted on 18 Apr 2011 The Global Young Academy (GYA), an international, independent, science-based institution that aims for excellence and impact that was launched last year, elected Prof Bernard Slippers of the University of Pretoria (UP) as the Co-chair. Prof Slippers is an Associate Professor from the Department of Genetics in the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute. [Read More] |
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International expert appointed as the new Director of the Mammal Research Institute Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 18 Apr 2011 Prof Robert (Bob) Millar has been appointed as the new Director of the Mammal Research Institute (MRI) at the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences from 1 April 2011. [Read More] |
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New ACGT manager takes the reins Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 12 Apr 2011 The African Centre for Gene Technologies (ACGT) partner institutions has appointed Dr John Becker as the new manager of the Centre. Dr Becker took over from Dr Jane Morris, who announced her retirement as the Centre's Director last year after serving in the position since the inception of the ACGT. [Read More] |
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UP Mathematics and Science Programme officially launched Martie Meyer Posted on 30 Mar 2011 "There is a nationwide concern about the current performance of South Africans in mathematics and science. Expertise in these subject fields is essential to address major current challenges caused by natural disasters, serious diseases and many other factors. The University of Pretoria (UP) Mathematics and Science Programme which is launched today is an attempt from the University's side to address these burning challenges." [Read More] |
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UP visits Oprah's school Martie Meyer Posted on 29 Mar 2011 The University of Pretoria (UP) was recently invited to be part of a career exhibition at the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) in Henley-on-Klip, Meyerton. [Read More] |
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New Director for the BSc Four Year Programme appointed Martie Maree Posted on 04 Feb 2011 Dr Quenton Kritzinger has recently been appointed as the new Director of the BSc Four Year Programme in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences. The Four Year Programme is situated on the University's Mamelodi Campus. [Read More] |
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ENHANS International Workshop aims to reduce disaster risk due to extreme natural hazards in Africa Martie Maree Posted on 27 Jan 2011 "Africa is a continent with enormous natural disaster risks. In comparison with developed countries (like Australia, Japan or USA), which are able to recover from such disasters rather quickly, most of the inhabitants in Africa are very poor and may loose everything when extreme natural hazards like floods, droughts, or earthquakes occur," explains Prof Andrzej Kijko. [Read More] |
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Experts in soil science and plant production at UP Combined Congress Martie Maree Posted on 27 Jan 2011 "Taking care of the FOODBALL through science" was the theme of the Combined Crops, Soils, Horticulture and Weeds Congress 2011. The Congress was held at the University of Pretoria (UP) from 17 to 20 January 2011. [Read More] |
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ENHANS International Workshop on Extreme Natural Hazards and Disaster Risk in Africa Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 06 Jan 2011 The Aon Benfield Natural Hazard Centre at the University of Pretoria is hosting the ENHANS (Extreme Natural and Societal Implications) International Workshop on Extreme Natural Hazards and Disaster Risk in Africa from 17 to 20 January 2011. [Read More] |
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Agricultural Economics Association of South Africa honours Prof Johann Kirsten Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 14 Dec 2010 Prof Johann Kirsten, Head of the Department of Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development at the University of Pretoria was recently honoured by the Agricultural Economics Association of South Africa (AEASA) to present the FR Tomlinson Commemorative Lecture for 2010. He also received a commemorative gold medal to celebrate this award. [Read More] |
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Sci-Enza use bats to reach out to Nkomazi community Vusani Mathada Posted on 10 Dec 2010 Teaching learners about bats in a fun way, reaching out to the community, and also doing their share to conserve the survival of bats - and this all happened in a weekend. [Read More] |
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Long service awards for Natural and Agricultural Sciences Martie Maree Posted on 09 Dec 2010 A total of 200 years... This is the amount of years that five staff members have worked altogether at the University. [Read More] |
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Successes for MYRE leaders and the team Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 01 Dec 2010 Not only has the MPEPU Rural Youth Encouragement Programme (MRYE) in the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) become a flagship community engagement project, but some of the members also perform extremely well on different occasions. [Read More] |
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New laboratory contributes to research Martie Maree Posted on 26 Nov 2010 "The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences have a strong research ethos focusing on creating new knowledge. In order to continue doing this, we need supportive industry partners. Today's event is an excellent example of such a symbiotic relationship." [Read More] |
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UP wildlife expert receives prestigious award Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 16 Nov 2010 Prof Koos Bothma, emeritus professor at the University of Pretoria (UP) Centre for Wildlife Management recently received the sought after Orde van die Berghaan award from the SA Hunters and Game Conservation Association (SAHGCA) / Suid Afrikaanse Jagters en Wildbewaringsvereniging (SAJWV). [Read More] |
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Launch of Seminar Series in Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Martie Maree Posted on 16 Nov 2010 The Faculty launched its Seminar Series on 10 November 2010 with Prof Richard Stirzaker, Extraordinary Professor in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences as the first guest speaker in this series. [Read More] |
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Two UP scientists elected as ASSAf fellows Martie Maree Posted on 29 Oct 2010 Two internationally acclaimed academics from the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences have recently been appointed as research fellows of the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf). [Read More] |
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UP alumnus receives prestigious medal in Science Martie Maree Posted on 25 Oct 2010 An alumnus of the University's Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Michael Ellis was recently awarded the Junior Captain Scott Memorial Medal in Zoological Sciences. [Read More] |
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Taxonomist receives prestigious prize Martie Maree Posted on 13 Oct 2010 Prof Braam van Wyk, Curator of the HGWJ Schweickerdt Herbarium at the University of Pretoria (UP) and a plant taxonomist by training, was recently honoured by the Suid-Afrikaanse Akademie vir Wetenskap en Kuns (South African Academy for Science and Art). The Havenga prize was awarded to Prof Van Wyk for his extensive research publishing as well as for his contribution to Afrikaans. [Read More] |
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UP support science with bursaries Martie Maree Posted on 12 Oct 2010 The University of Pretoria (UP) has a long and proud tradition of being one of the main sponsors of and hosting the national finals of the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists. This partnership was reaffirmed during a gala dinner in October where the 30th anniversary of the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists was celebrated. [Read More] |
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UP professor appointed to international Committee for World Food Security Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 28 Sep 2010 Professor Sheryl Hendriks from the Department of Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development is one of only three experts from Africa (the other two are from Ethiopia and Egypt) appointed to the Committee for World Food Security (CFS) High Level Panel of Experts for Food Security and Nutrition (HLPE). She is one of 15 world-class experts selected from over 240 international nominations and recently participated in the inaugural meeting of the Panel in Rome. [Read More] |
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Research project of R2,4 million on Indigenous Knowledge Systems will empower community Martie Maree Posted on 23 Sep 2010 A R2,4-million research project funded by the National Research Foundation (NRF) that will address Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) from a multidisciplinary perspective in the Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology (GGM) was recently approved. [Read More] |
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Jacquie wins SA Cross Country Championships Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 22 Sep 2010 Dr Jacquie van der Waals, Manager of the Potato Pathology Programme and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Microbiology and Plant Pathology in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences recently won the South African Cross Country Championships in the Women's category (35 to 39 years). She successfully defended her title of 2009. [Read More] |
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UP takes lead with research on climate and malaria Dr Jane Olwoch Posted on 14 Sep 2010 A research project at the University of Pretoria (UP) which aims to put management and adaptation structures in place to bring relieve to thousands of people in Africa that is affected by malaria has recently been launched. [Read More] |
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UP officially announced as ANAFE SA-RAFT Focal Institution Martie Maree Posted on 13 Sep 2010 "The official announcement of the University of Pretoria (UP) as the ANAFE SA-RAFT Focal Institution is the beginning of a strong and resilient relationship based on networking and strengthening partnerships. Together we can make an even bigger contribution using all the different networking platforms," said Prof Cheryl de la Rey, Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Pretoria. The official announcement and handing over of the ANAFE office equipment took place on 6 September 2010. [Read More] |
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UP involved in seasonal forecasting project with University of Tokyo Prof Hannes Rautenbach Posted on 10 Sep 2010 Prof Hannes Rautenbach, Acting-Director: UP Water Institute and Head: Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology, will collaborate with the University of Tokyo over the next three years in a high profile international project on seasonal climate forecasting. [Read More] |
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UP awards leading scientist with honorary doctorate Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 08 Sep 2010 Acknowledging his outstanding research contributions to unravel the mechanisms of chemical reactions through kinetic studies and the advancement of Chemistry in the broader society through his edutainment lectures, the University of Pretoria recently awarded an honorary doctorate to Professor Rudi van Eldik. [Read More] |
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Professor at Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences awarded S2A3 Medal Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Posted on 08 Sep 2010 Prof Bernard Slippers of the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria has been awarded the Southern African Association for the Advancement of Science (S2A3) British Association Medal (Silver) for 2010. [Read More] |
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Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences hosted top Grade 9 learners at a Faculty Day Posted on 10 Aug 2010 On Friday 30 July 2010, the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria hosted a Faculty Day for selected Grade 9 learners from leading Pretoria schools. This event was a spontaneous introduction to the National Science Week 2-6 August 2010. [Read More] |
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University of Pretoria Wins Anafe Bid Posted on 06 Aug 2010 The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria has been selected as the Southern Africa region's Focal Institution for ANAFE (African Network for Agriculture, Agroforestry and Natural Resources Education). The University competed with other regional Universities in a process which started in November 2009. [Read More] |
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Call for Proposals for Strategic Collaboration between NC State University and the University of Pretoria Posted on 04 May 2010 North Carolina State University and the University of Pretoria in South Africa are excited to announce our first collaborative seed grant program! [Read More] |
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Moving towards a greener future Posted on 04 Feb 2010 A world-class building promising to be an excellent example of a green building that is both effective and user-friendly will be erected at the University of Pretoria. [Read More] |
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Faculty has one of five Buzan Licensed Instructors in South Africa Marie Venter Posted on 10 Nov 2009 The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria (UP) is proud to announce that Karen Naude – a lecturer in Language and Study Skills for the new Four-Year BSc Programme – has recently been trained to use and teach the Buzan principles in South Africa. She is one of only five delegates in the country to undergo the recent Buzan Licensed Instructor (BLI) training held in Johannesburg. [Read More] |
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Department of Physics continues to encourage rural scholars to enroll for Maths and Science. Prof Malherbe Posted on 19 Oct 2009 The Department of Physics at the University of Pretoria recently sponsored the Magale Youth Centre science competition held at the Dichoeung rural community near Mable Hall to encourage learners to enroll for Mathematics and Physical Sciences at the University of Pretoria. 12 secondary schools participated. [Read More] |
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Department plants seeds of hope and awareness during Arbor Month Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 18 Sep 2009 The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria (UP) is proud to announce that the Department of Plant Science recently donated 186 trees as a contribution towards Arbor Month which is celebrated throughout the country. [Read More] |
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University celebrates National Science Week Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 05 Aug 2009 At least 1 500 learners from approximately 18 schools will be enriched by the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences’ endeavors to promote this year’s National Science Week (01 August – 07 August). [Read More] |
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Sci-Enza teaches Miami, Florida (USA) a thing or two Irene van Nugteren & Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 28 Jul 2009 Sci-Enza science centre was able to contribute something of value to the University of Miami (USA) delegation that visited the centre from 21 – 22 July 2009 on an educational excursion. [Read More] |
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“UP with SCIENCE” Winter Week Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 07 Jul 2009 “The standard was exceptionally high; especially amongst learners experimenting with intricate fundamental theories in the disciplines of physics, biochemistry, mathematics, as well as those studying bats and various other science related disciplines.” [Read More] |
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Grossology and spiders to captivate young minds within the sciences Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 06 Jul 2009 The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences is committed to captivating young leading minds in the community with the fascinating world of the sciences. One of these avenues is through the already fully booked popular bilingual “Science is Fun” holiday programme which is to take place from 7 – 10 July 2009. [Read More] |
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Statistics sends its branches out Posted on 03 Jul 2009 Lecturers and post-graduate students from the Department of Statistics will attend the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI) in Durban 16 – 22 August 2009. They are namely; Prof. Nico Crowther, Prof. Andriette Bekker, René Ehlers, Liesbeth Bodvin, Gretel Crafford, Nina Strydom, Schalk Human, Marien Graham, Pierre Kritzinger, Paul J. van Staden, Theodor Loots, Thea Corbett and Bettie Basson. [Read More] |
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Faculty announces new Deputy Deans Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 22 Jun 2009 University of Pretoria’s Vice-Principal, Prof Ramaranka Mogotlane recently handed over the letter of appointment to Prof Brenda Wingfield, one of UP’s Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences’ new two Deputy Deans. The hand over ceremony took place during the Heads of Departments and Directors meeting. [Read More] |
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University's annual secretary/assistant function 2009 Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 22 Jun 2009 The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences cordially invites you to the 2009 Secretary/Assistant function. The much appraised function is due to take place on Friday, 18 September 2009 at 11:00 for 11:30. [Read More] |
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Workshop to incorporate the love of soccer and food Phindiwe Nkosi & Dr Riëtte de Kock Posted on 11 Jun 2009 The South African Association for Food Science and Technology (SAAFoST) will be hosting a workshop that addresses the various food opportunities and challenges for the Soccer World Cup 2010. This multidisciplinary event will combine academics with industry and is to be hosted at the University of Pretoria on 07 July 2009. [Read More] |
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Lesotho Minister of Mines, Energy and Water At UP Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 05 Jun 2009 The honourable Lesotho Minister of Mines, Energy and Water – Minister Monyane Moleleki – along with the Lesotho TFCA Facilitator, Dr Gideon Groenewald visited the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences on 04 June 2009. [Read More] |
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Food science makes waves abroad Dr Riette de Kock & Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 05 Jun 2009 Three of the University of Pretoria’s Department of Food Science’s students have been selected as finalists in the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Student Association (IFTSA) Developing Solutions for Developing Countries Competition. [Read More] |
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Visually impaired Miranda Deutschlander & Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 03 Jun 2009 Forty learners from Prinshof School for the Visually Impaired recently visited the University of Pretoria’s Department of Plant Science Botanical Garden and Sci-Enza Science Centre. [Read More] |
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The “batty” look at saving the environment Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 03 Jun 2009 "Your Planet Needs You! UNite to Combat Climate Change" is the slogan of World Environment Day which is to take place on 05 June 2009. [Read More] |
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What is in a Voo Doo Duodu? Dr. Riette de Kock Posted on 01 Jun 2009 Academic staff at the Dept of Food Science recently had a very special honor bestowed on them. TUKSFoST (the University of Pretoria Food Science & Technology student society) held a Cocktails & Cupcakes function. [Read More] |
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Two thousand fed academic insight at University's Sci-Enza Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 01 Jun 2009 No less than 500 high school learners daily attended the “Work Your Future” Career Expo 2009 which was hosted by the University of Pretoria’s Sci-Enza Science Centre from 26 – 29 May 2009. This expo is an initiative of the Gauteng Provincial Government to develop the skills needed for Gauteng to attain the vision of “the smart province”. [Read More] |
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Faculty's NSTF Awards finalists Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 28 May 2009 The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences is proud to announce that at least four of its staff members and affiliates were nominated as finalists for the National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) Awards, which took place on 26 May 2009 at Emperors Palace. The Awards were presented by the honorable new Minister of Science and Technology, Ms Naledi Pandor. [Read More] |
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DST supports tree genomics and bioenergy initiative at UP Prof Zander Myburg Posted on 28 May 2009 The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has awarded a strategic grant of R1.5 million to a team of UP researchers in support of a project to decipher the complete transcriptome (DNA sequence of all expressed genes) of a Eucalyptus tree and to produce a high-density molecular marker map of the genome of this tree. [Read More] |
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University Of Pretoria Professor Wins Esteemed Bill Venter/Altron Literary Award: 2008 Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 21 May 2009 The University of Pretoria is proud to announce that Prof Sue Nicolson, Head of the Department of Zoology and Entomology, was recently selected by the Board of Control of the Bill Venter/Altron Literary Award as co-winner of the award for 2008. [Read More] |
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Honorary doctorate for great geologist Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 19 May 2009 Prof Kenneth Eriksson, the Head of Department of Geosciences at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) in the USA, was conferred an honorary doctorate in Science by the University of Pretoria. [Read More] |
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Faculty's outstanding student achievers Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 19 May 2009 The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences' Outstanding Achievers Function for Students took place at the end of last month at the Sanlam Auditorium. [Read More] |
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Open doors for National University of Lesotho Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 19 May 2009 Once again, the Faculty opened its doors to host fourth year BSc (Crop Science) students from the National University of Lesotho. [Read More] |
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The tall necks - uncovered Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 19 May 2009 Prof Graham Mitchell FRSSAf of the University of Wyoming presented an interactive talk which was focused on the evolution of giraffes. [Read More] |
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Actuarial careers fair Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 19 May 2009 The actuarial careers fair was recently held at the University of Pretoria's Conference Centre. Prof Ströh welcomed staff, students and industry to the interactive event, sponsored for the third time by GAAPS, an actuarial overseas recruiting firm. [Read More] |
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Maths Movie night Ronel Oosthuizen Posted on 19 May 2009 The School of Mathematical Sciences hosted the first of a series of mathematics movies earlier this year. The "surprise" movie shown during the movie night was Good Will Hunting - a movie that featured both student life and mathematics. [Read More] |
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Birds of Prey Descend upon University’s Sci-Enza Nondumiso Mntuyedwa and Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 14 Apr 2009 At least 250 primary school learners had the opportunity to share their classroom with dinosaur fossils and a living vulture during the “Science is Fun” holiday programme hosted by the University of Pretoria Sci-Enza Science Centre from 6-9 April 2009. The captivating theme of the programme was Dinosaurs and Vultures. [Read More] |
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Food Science makes waves abroad Dr Riette de Kock & Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 07 Apr 2009 Three of the University of Pretoria’s Department of Food Science’s students have been selected as finalists in the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Student Association (IFTSA) Developing Solutions for Developing Countries Competition. [Read More] |
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Winged masters of the skies descend on University of Pretoria’s Sci-Enza Phindiwe Nkosi & Rudi Horak Posted on 27 Mar 2009 Dinosaurs and vultures are the themes of the much-acclaimed “Science is Fun” holiday programme for primary school learners, which is to be hosted by the University of Pretoria Sci-Enza Science Centre from 6–9 April 2009. [Read More] |
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UP well received at career expo in Limpopo Province Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 19 Mar 2009 The University of Pretoria was well received and represented at a career exhibition at Hoërskool Pietersburg on 12 March 2009. The well organised career expo attracted members of the community, various schools in the vicinity and over thirty exhibitors from the public and private sector. [Read More] |
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UP encourages the youth to explore the exciting world of the sciences Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 11 Mar 2009 The University of Pretoria utilized the ScienceUnlimited platform to encourage thousands of high school learners to explore the exciting world of those who pursue Mathematics and Science beyond school level. This national event took place from 02 March 2009 – 06 March 2009 at the Tshwane Events Centre, Pretoria. [Read More] |
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Professor involved in world’s largest academic conference on Mathematics Education Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 10 Mar 2009 The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences is proud to announce that Prof Johann Engelbrecht of the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics has been appointed by the International Commission on Mathematical Instruction (ICMI) Executive Council to serve on the international programme committee of the 12th International Congress on Mathematics Education (ICME). [Read More] |
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Sci-Enza Celebrates Darwin Day with launch of Art and Poetry competition Rudi Horak Posted on 13 Feb 2009 Sci-Enza launched an Art and Poetry competition on 11 Feb 2008, a day ahead of International Darwin day. Learners from a school in Pretoria were enlightened and amused when they discovered Fun Facts about the English Naturalist, Charles Darwin, who postulated the theory of evolution by natural selection. [Read More] |
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University of Pretoria’s lecturer awarded noteworthy Publicity Award Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 10 Feb 2009 A senior lecturer at the University of Pretoria’s Department of Microbiology and Plant Pathology was awarded the esteemed "Publicity Award" of the Southern African Society of Plant Pathology (SASPP) at a conference last month. [Read More] |
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University of Pretoria’s Physicist Awarded Esteemed Award Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 30 Jan 2009 Physics is her life, her passion and her career — that’s Claudia Zander - the Physics graduate from the University of Pretoria who obtained the acclaimed Southern African Association for the Advancement of Science (S2A3) Bronze Medal for her Masters dissertation. [Read More] |
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Launch of a Partnership Between the Kara Heritage Institute and the University Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 29 Jan 2009 The launch of a partnership between the KARA Heritage Institute and the University of Pretoria took place on 28 January at 18:00 in the Serengeti Terrace (Hatfield Campus) of the University. [Read More] |
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University Of Pretoria Announces Mandela Rhodes Scholarship Recipients Phindiwe Nkosi & Kotie Odendaal Posted on 27 Jan 2009 Two students of the University of Pretoria are among the 28 Mandela Rhodes Scholarship recipients selected from eight African countries namely: Gabon, Kenya, Lesotho, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe. [Read More] |
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University Of Pretoria Empowers Agricultural Economic Departments In Africa Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 27 Jan 2009 The University of Pretoria hosted the Technical Workshop on Institutional and Behavioural Economics, which took place on 21 — 25 January 2009 at the University’s Hatfield Campus. [Read More] |
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Department makes scarce skill accessible Phindiwe Nkosi and Dr Riette de Kock Posted on 10 Dec 2008 As means of empowering the nation by making science accessible to the masses, the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences’ Department of Food Science is offering highly competitive post-graduate bursaries for 2009. [Read More] |
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Community Engagement Project Internationally Recognized Liesl Dyson and Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 02 Dec 2008 The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences is proud to announce that one of its lecturers won a prize in the esteemed Educating Africa, Pan-African Awards for Entrepreneurship in Education: Teach A Man To Fish. [Read More] |
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Experts unite against African killer Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 19 Nov 2008 The problem is clear: Someone within the African continent dies from rabies every 20 minutes. What is most disturbing to experts is the notion that it is still possible to prevent the disease with appropriate post-exposure prophylaxis, even after the animal bite. [Read More] |
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UP keeps up with international trends Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 14 Nov 2008 Members of the public, private and press sector assembled at the University of Pretoria on 13 November 2008 to celebrate the launch of the Benfield Natural Hazard Centre, Africa. The centre was described as one that promoted servitude, the dissemination of knowledge and one that will promote research. [Read More] |
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Food Science Students Shine As Forensic Investigators Dr Riette de Kock and Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 11 Nov 2008 The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Science’s BSc Food Science (Hons) students shone at a recent Northern branch student evening meeting of the South African Association for Food Science and Technology (SAAFoST) which was held on the University of Pretoria campus. [Read More] |
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UP Prof takes on 2nd World Conference on MAGIC BULLETS, (Ehrilch II) Posted on 23 Oct 2008 Prof Ignacy Cukrowski from the University of Pretoria's Department of Chemistry, recently represented South Africa at a very special and prestigious conference on chemotherapy. [Read More] |
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UP lecturer wins top research award Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 23 Oct 2008 BSc was initially the compensation course that was presented to her after being turned down from her first choice because of her lack of Physical Science in high school. Little did Dr Mapitsi Thantsha know that she would find a solace in Microbiology to the point of being awarded the esteemed Young Researcher Award at the Water Institute of Southern Africa Excellence in Water Research Awards 2008. [Read More] |
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University opens its doors to leading African women in agricultural research Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 20 Oct 2008 The University of Pretoria has opened up its doors to host post MSc and post PhD fellows of the African Women in Agricultural Research and Development Program (AWARD) for advanced science training. [Read More] |
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African Skies Shine Upon Sci-Enza Irene van Nugteren Posted on 08 Oct 2008 Sci-Enza hosted yet another Science Is Fun holiday program from 1-3 October 2008. The theme of the program was “Exploring the African Sky”. [Read More] |
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Structural Biology / Bioinformatics Workshops at the Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Unit Dr. Özlem Taştan Bishop Posted on 30 Sep 2008 The ACGT Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Unit, which is part of the Department of Biochemistry, has organized three workshops on structural biology / bioinformatics with well known local and international presenters. The workshops are dedicated to the UP Centenary celebrations. [Read More] |
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US Government Advisor touches base with UP students Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 29 Sep 2008 Education is the key to the future. The essence of scientific research is making new discoveries. Countries that can make significant scientific and technological advances will move to the forefront of the developing world. [Read More] |
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UP is proud to host the country's bright sparks Posted on 29 Sep 2008 The University of Pretoria is proud to host the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists National Finals which will be held for three days from 2 to 4 October 2008 at the LC de Villiers Sports Grounds of the University of Pretoria. [Read More] |
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Conference combines tradition and culture Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 29 Sep 2008 The South African Society for Atmospheric Sciences (SASAS) 2008 Conference, which forms part of the centenary celebrations of the University of Pretoria and which is officially a heritage month activity of the National Heritage Council, is taking place 30 September until 1 October 2008 on the University campus. [Read More] |
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UP adds strength to Biochem training Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 10 Sep 2008 The University of Pretoria has been selected as one of the six institutions participating in the Southern African Biochemistry and Informatics for Natural Products (SABINA) network programme, to be funded through the Carnegie-IAS Regional Initiative in Science and Education. [Read More] |
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Hands up for GreenUP Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 09 Sep 2008 At least 200 indigenous trees were planted at the Groenkloof Nature Reserve by the recently launched environmental society GreenUP. [Read More] |
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UP zoologist receives prestigious award Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 09 Sep 2008 The Council of the Zoological Society of Southern Africa (ZSSA) has awarded its prestigious Gold Medal for 2008 to Prof Nigel Bennett of the Department of Zoology & Entomology. The ZSSA will be celebrating its 50th anniversary next year. [Read More] |
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Young food scientist receives international award Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 04 Sep 2008 Department of Food Science lecturer, Dr Naushad Emmambux won the Young Scientist Award to the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST) 14th Congress of Food Science and Technology. [Read More] |
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Teachers at forefront of the Intelligence Age Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 25 Aug 2008 Internationally acclaimed author and business consultant Tony Buzan presented a talk on "The brain: A Swiss Army Knife for Improved Academic Performance," at the University of Pretoria, on 21 August 2008. [Read More] |
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UP Techno X winners Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 18 Aug 2008 The University of Pretoria triumphed as the winner of both the gold and silver awards at the 8th annual Sasol Techno X, which took place in Sasolburg from 11-15 August 2008. [Read More] |
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UP's Women in Science honoured with top awards Phindi Nkosi Posted on 12 Aug 2008 Two of the University of Pretoria researchers were prize recipients at the esteemed DST South African Women in Science Awards 2008. Prof Brenda Wingfield and Dr Wanda Markotter excelled at the prize giving ceremony held on 8 August 2008 at the Hilton Hotel in Sandton. [Read More] |
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Growing Minds Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 05 Aug 2008 The University of Pretoria's Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and the Department of Plant Science recently expanded its roots to one of its local feeding schools at their 50th Anniversary. At least 30 trees were donated by the University to Hoërskool Centurion on the 1st of August 2008. [Read More] |
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7th World Congress in Probability and Statistics, Singapore Posted on 30 Jul 2008 Three members from the Department of Statistics attended the 7th World Congress in Probability and Statistics in Singapore from 14 - 19 July 2008. This congress was organised by the Bernoulli Society, which is a subdivision of the International Statistical Institute (ISI) and is held every 4 years. [Read More] |
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Faculty's Woman in Science Succeeds Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 30 Jul 2008 It is a great pleasure to announce that Dr Sabine Verryn from the X-Ray Analytical Facility, which is linked to the Department of Geology, was recently elected Vice-Chairperson of the Mineralogical Association of South Africa (MINSA). [Read More] |
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University of Pretoria Hosts China Delegates Posted on 29 Jul 2008 Seven delegates from the Chinese Government Department of Agriculture recently visited the University of Pretoria's Department of Animal and Wildlife Sciences. [Read More] |
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Annual Bursary Awards Function Posted on 29 Jul 2008 The department of Animal and Wildlife Sciences had its Annual Bursary Awards Function where the academic achievements of students were acknowledged. [Read More] |
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'Green City' Congress Phindiwe Nkosi & Dr Hassen Posted on 29 Jul 2008 Dr Truter (Department of Plant Production and Soil Science) and Dr Hassen, (Department of Animal and Wildlife Sciences) attended the 8th International Joint Rangeland and 21st International Grassland "Green City" Congress (IGC-IRC) 2008 from 29 June - 5 July 2008. The conferences are a once in a four year prestigious event and it was for the first time that IGC and IRC hosted a joint congress. [Read More] |
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Warning: Climate change is a reality! Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 28 Jul 2008 Climate change is not an academic fallacy, but a real concern which is affecting the masses, especially the poorest of the poor who depend on agriculture for survival. That's the message from Prof Rashid Hassan, Director of the University's Centre for Environmental Economics and Policy for Africa (CEEPA) at the University of Pretoria. [Read More] |
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Forest Entomology in South Africa - Showcased at FABI Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 15 Jul 2008 One of the most exciting events on the South African science calendar this year was the XIII International Congress of Entomology (ICE) held from the 6th to the 12th July 2008 in Durban. [Read More] |
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Department's Alumni to Participate in Centenary Celebrations Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 07 Jul 2008 The Department of Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development will be hosting a day of multiple celebrations in honour of the University's Centenary. [Read More] |
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Snakes, worms and puppets to showcase the fun side of science Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 02 Jul 2008 Live snakes, compost worms and puppet shows are just a few of the captivating enchantments planned to "edutain" learners during the July school holidays. Science-is-Fun is the name of the interactive programme hosted for primary school learners (Grades 1 - 6) by Sci-Enza at the University of Pretoria, from 1 - 4 July 2008. [Read More] |
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National Youth Service to be launched at the University of Pretoria Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 26 Jun 2008 The National Youth Service (NYS) programme and the Engineering, Science and Technology Olympiad Competitions (FESTOC) will be launched at the University of Pretoria on Friday, 27 June 2008. The programme will be launched by the Minister of Science and Technology, Mr Mosibudi Mangena. [Read More] |
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University Professor presented with a knife Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 26 Jun 2008 The Confederation of Hunters Associations of South Africa (CHASA) has presented a professor of the University of Pretoria with a unique knife and a certificate. The presentation of the items was done by the president of the CHASA, Fred Mulders. The event took place at the Centre for Wildlife Management on the University of Pretoria's Experimental Farm. [Read More] |
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New MSc degree launched Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 20 Jun 2008 The University of Pretoria Water Institute (UPWI) and the Georgia Water Resources Institute (GWRI) recently announced the launch of a new MSc degree in Water Resource Management - jointly offered by the University of Pretoria and the Georgia Institute of Technology (Atlanta, Georgia, USA). [Read More] |
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Faculty Announces Its NSTF Awards Finalists Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 26 May 2008 The University of Pretoria's Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences is proud to announce that at least three of its affiliates have been nominated for the prestigious National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) Awards. [Read More] |
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University of Pretoria Presents Chancellor's Medal Award Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 16 May 2008 The University of Pretoria has presented its prestigious Chancellor's Medal Award to two prominent South Africans who have promoted research at the institute. They are Mr Rodney Hearne - a banana production and industry guru, and Mike Edwards - a leader in the forestry industry. [Read More] |
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University Of Pretoria Celebrates National Science Week Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 16 May 2008 The University of Pretoria celebrated National Science Week (NSW) from 10 - 17 May. The NSW was officially launched by Minister of Science and Technology, Mosibudi Mangena. [Read More] |
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The Forestry And Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (Fabi) Celebrates Ten Years Of Excellence Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 09 May 2008 The Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) located at the University of Pretoria is celebrating its tenth year of existence with a colloquium (seminar) and gala dinner on 14 May 2008. [Read More] |
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Phuza [Drink] Scientific: The Science of African Beer Irene van Nugteren Posted on 25 Apr 2008 The Sci-Enza Science centre presented the first science café for 2008 at the Coffee Buzz shop located at the University of Pretoria's main campus towards the end of April. Two prominent guest speakers rendered enlightening talks which were concerned with traditional African beer. [Read More] |
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Actuarial Careers Fair Johanna Hellberg Posted on 25 Apr 2008 The actuarial careers fair was held at the Conference Centre on 22 April. This event, unique to South African universities, is sponsored by GAAPS, an actuarial overseas recruiting firm. [Read More] |
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Sci-Enza's Holiday Program Celebrates the International Year of the Frog Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 08 Apr 2008 Sci-Enza hosted a Science-is-Fun program during the April school holidays. Primary school learners (Grade 1 - 6) were the main target market for this exciting program which took place 2 - 4 April. Since 2008 has been declared as the International Year of the Frog, the program was planned around this theme. [Read More] |
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Prestigious International Honour for University of Pretoria's Professor Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 07 Apr 2008 The University of Pretoria's Prof Michael Wingfield has been elected an American Phytopathological Society (APS) Fellow. Prof Wingfield, Mondi Professor of Forest Pathology and Director of Forestry and Agricultural Research Institute (FABI) will be inaugurated for fellowship during the Awards and Honors Ceremony at the APS Centennial meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 29 July 2008. [Read More] |
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University Of Pretoria Hosts South African Coal Ash Association (Sacaa) Workshop Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 26 Mar 2008 The South African Coal Ash Association (SACAA) held its workshop at the University of Pretoria's Conference Centre on 26 March 2008. Local and international organizations, academic institutions and scholars attended the workshop entitled: 'Can fly coal make a contribution to solve environmental and agricultural challenges in South Africa?' [Read More] |
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First International SA-UK Research Network Workshop on Electrochemistry for Nanotechnology Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 14 Mar 2008 The University of Pretoria and the University of Oxford will be presenting the First International (SA-UK Research Network) Workshop on Electrochemistry for Nanotechnology at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria on 9 - 10 April, 2008. [Read More] |
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Young Water Professionals must ensure access to clean and safe water in SA Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 14 Mar 2008 This was the message Prof Hans-Curt Flemming of the University of Duisberg conveyed at the recent Young Water Professionals Conference hosted by the University of Pretoria. [Read More] |
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Enhancing Change through Science Centres Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 14 Mar 2008 Local and international delegates attending the 5th International workshop on 'Enhancing Change through Science Centres' arrived at Sci-Enza for an educational tour of the facility on 28 February. [Read More] |
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A Handful of Pride Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 12 Mar 2008 Bertus Jordaan (18) had initially made national headlines after literally obtaining a handful of distinctions... The former Hoërskool Roodepoort learner who obtained 10 distinctions is currently enrolled in our Faculty, for a BSc (Physics). [Read More] |
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National University of Lesotho Students Arrive for Educational Field Trip Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 12 Mar 2008 Students from the National University of Lesotho arrived at the University of Pretoria on February, 25 for the purpose of an educational field trip. [Read More] |
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Long Service Awards - Faculty of Natural & Agricultural Sciences Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 12 Mar 2008 The Long-service Awards ceremony took place on February, 25 at the Deans Committee Room. The Faculty Dean, Prof Ströh thanked and awarded certificates to the candidates who had each served the University for 20 years. [Read More] |
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Passage From India Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 01 Mar 2008 Dr Adam Bumby from the Department of Geology, has recently returned from a trip to India where he attended a conference on Precambrian sedimentation and tectonics, held at IIT Bombay in Mumbai. [Read More] |
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Walk Through Fungi Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 09 Feb 2008 Dr Marieka Gryzenhout, from FABI, guided the public through a refreshing tour of mushrooms at the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens on 9 February. [Read More] |
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International Victory For Young Local Talent Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 04 Feb 2008 The X-ray Analytical Facility in the Department of Geology recently announced that one of their students did exceptionally well at an international conference. [Read More] |
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Abe Bailey Tour Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 15 Jan 2008 This tour is awarded to students and members of staff who have shown exceptional leadership and service qualities. It is worth noting that these criteriors should trancend student affairs into a wider social context. [Read More] |
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Memory Expert Maps Human Minds Phindiwe Nkosi Posted on 15 Jan 2008 Tony Buzan, the world-renowned intelligence and memory expert met with Karen Naude, lecturer in Language and Study Skills for the new Four-Year BSc Programme during his short visit to South Africa in January. [Read More] |
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UP joins EU in international research project into pork meat Petronel Smit Posted on 05 Aug 2007 The University of Pretoria (UP) has joined a major international research project aimed at improving the quality of pork and pork products. The Q-Pork Chains project is supported by the European Union (EU). [Read More] |
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Nobel Prize winner to give Chemistry lecture at UP Posted on 20 Jul 2007 Sir Harold Kroto, Nobel Prize winner for Chemistry, will deliver a public lecture on Architecture in NanoSpace on August 3. [Read More] |
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Tony Blair visits UP during whirlwind visit Posted on 04 Jun 2007 British Prime Minister, Tony Blair, visited the University of Pretoria on June 1 to discuss the impact of climate change on food security in Africa. [Read More] |
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