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In recent years, research Wright and colleagues led has highlighted how prolonged heat exposure places outdoor workers, children, older people and low-income communities at increased risk of dehydration, heat stress, respiratory illness and other adverse health outcomes. The risks are expected to intensify as temperatures continue to rise. (Envato Elements)

SA launches first climate and health surveillance platform

The tool allows researchers and policymakers to track links between extreme weather, heatwaves, flooding and health outcomes

Great white sharks, tuna and other warm-bodied fish burn nearly four times more energy than cold-blooded species, leaving them increasingly vulnerable as rising ocean temperatures shrink their habitats, a new study has found

Great white sharks and tuna face overheating risk as oceans warm

Great white sharks, tuna and other warm-bodied fish burn nearly four times more energy than cold-blooded species, leaving them increasingly vulnerable as rising ocean…

A new study co-authored by a University of Pretoria conservation scientist argues that widely cited claims of catastrophic global wildlife decline may overstate biodiversity loss in Africa

University of Pretoria study challenges ‘70% wildlife decline’ narrative

A new study co-authored by a University of Pretoria conservation scientist argues that widely cited claims of catastrophic global wildlife decline may overstate biodiversity loss…

Call for South Africa to support the UN Resolution on the return of the Ukrainian children

Supporting the return of Ukrainian children is consistent with South Africa’s constitutional values and its long-standing commitment to human rights

Rare plant experts from the University of Pretoria are spearheading the re-introduction of thousands of critically endangered Magaliesberg aloe (Aloe peglerae) seedlings into the wild.

How the University of Pretoria is saving the Magaliesberg aloe from extinction

A breakthrough conservation project is under way to save endangered species

Members of UP’s Innovation and Contracts Management Division joined the CEO of the hearX Group to sign an agreement to transfer UP’s Intellectual Property in the hearScreen invention to hearScreen (Pty) Ltd on 18 November 2024. From left: Refilwe Ngoato, Manager: Technology Transfer Office; Simon Thanyani, Manager: Research Contracts and Innovation; Nic Klopper, CEO of hearScreen (Pty) Ltd; Adv Lawrence Baloyi, Head: Innovation and Contracts Management; and Gerrie Moster, UP commercialisation specialist

Spin-out company of the University of Pretoria achieves an important milestone

Stellenbosch University (SU) is on a mission to empower each member of its community to become an agent of change

South African higher academic institutions have called for a ceasefire and the promotion of education in Palestine-Israel

University of Pretoria still reviewing resolution on Palestine

Students and staff at the university who are sympathetic to Palestine have asked that it boycott all Israeli academic institutions

Prof Mike Sathekge with the Nuclear Medicine Research Infrastructure (NuMeRI) team.

The medical masters

NuMeRI’s groundbreaking facility reshapes medical research and patient care

New research shows that Hadedas are able to detect vibrations in the soil by their prey, such as earthworms. (Photo by: Arterra/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

Hadedas have a sixth sense that has helped them expand their range

New research shows they are able to detect vibrations in the soil from their prey, such as earthworms

Photo: Getty Images

Climate change: Challenges, opportunities and the road ahead

Collaboration between the government and academia could help mitigate climate change in South Africa, professor says

Professor Tawana Kupe. File photo

Sexual harassers should be named by universities

The case of Prof. Tawana Kupe has brought into focus a larger dilemma facing higher education institutions

A view of the Vaal River after heavy rains caused floods in Parys town of Orange Free state, South Africa on February 19, 2023. (Photo by Stringer/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

Heavy rain becoming more prevalent in parts of SA, study shows

As the country warms, the intensity of rainfall is expected to increase

University of Pretoria scientists believe microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi or viruses in the soil could be the answer to fairy circles.

Why are there fairy circles in Namibia?

University of Pretoria scientists believe microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi or viruses in the soil could be the answer

Pangolins at the Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital NPC which specialises in the treatment and rehabilitation of indigenous wildlife

SA faces a decline in services as young vets emigrate

The removal of vets from the home affairs department’s critical skills list makes it hard for professionals from overseas to work in South Africa

The Association of Polar Early Career Scientists of South Africa provides researchers a unique opportunity to visit Antarctica aboard the SA Agulhas II. Photo: SANAP

Applications for young Antarctic explorers are open

The Association of Polar Early Career Scientists of South Africa provides researchers a unique opportunity to visit Antarctica aboard the SA Agulhas II

Book review: Boy on the Run

Boy on the Run is an honest exploration of identity through grief, love, friendship, and growing up queer in a South African township

Strong academic credentials: Professor Zodwa Dlamini. Photo: Mariki Uitenweerde

Race on to replace UJ vice-chancellor Tshilidzi Marwala

Some groups are putting their weight behind an African candidate and others favour a woman

A parliamentary committee received a briefing on Wednesday about how a sophisticated criminal syndicate pulled off a brazen heist at the headquarters of the North West Parks and Tourism Board, stealing 51 rhino horns

Fired Ezemvelo field ranger arrested for rhino horn trafficking

Man who was dismissed from his job at a top KZN park for links to poaching is held by police in Gauteng

Flock Of Red-billed Quelea (Quelea quelea) At Sunset Flying To Roosting Tree. (Photo by Wolfgang Kaehler/LightRocket via Getty Images)

How birds adapt to rising heat is an early warning on climate change effects

Birds living in hot, humid climates have evolved to handle larger spikes in body temperature

The invasive bug could unleash R275-billion in economic damage in next decade and urban areas stand to lose 65 million trees. (Photo by Ilan Godfrey/Getty Images for Lumix)

Tiny tree borer beetle could dig up billions in economic damage

The invasive bug could unleash R275-billion in economic damage in next decade and urban areas stand to lose 65 million trees