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Stellenbosch University is coordinating AddiCAD, a research project combining AI-powered chest X-ray analysis with a fingertip blood test to diagnose tuberculosis without sputum samples. Preliminary findings show a 20% improvement in specificity over existing CAD4TB screening alone, and the six-partner consortium will validate the approach in a clinical study of about 1 000 adults across South Africa, Namibia and The Gambia, funded by Global Health EDCTP3.
Distinguished professor publishes book on turning around failing schoolsStellenbosch University Distinguished Professor of education Jonathan Jansen has published 'Worth the Fight: Fixing Failure in South African Schools', detailing two years spent helping a Cape Flats high school that recorded the worst matric results in the Western Cape in 2023. The book examines low expectations, dysfunctional organisational culture and bureaucratic interference that trap underperforming schools.
Lab contributes to Africa2Moon lunar missionStellenbosch University's Electronics Systems Laboratory continues work on the Africa2Moon mission, which will fly a radio telescope technology demonstrator called BALLS aboard China's Chang'e-8 probe, set to launch in 2029, with an electrical demonstration model nearing the end of its third development phase.
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A new research project, coordinated by Stellenbosch University, aims to develop and validate a new non-sputum-based diagnostic solution for tuberculosis (TB) that combines AI-powered chest X-ray...
A research and demonstration project to treat and directly reuse wastewater has been launched by Swiss researchers at the Manger Care Centre, in Benoni, Gauteng.
Stellenbosch University (SU) has highlighted the role of its Electronics Systems Laboratory (ESL) in the groundbreaking Africa2Moon space mission, which will form part of China’s Chang’e-8 robotic...
Cape Winelands Airport and Stellenbosch University have entered into a cooperation agreement to advance “smart” and “green” development linked to the airport expansion.
This week we profile Dr Jonathan Atkinson, MD of Solidaridad Southern Africa, an international civil society organisation operating in more than 40 countries on five continents that works with...
Cape Winelands Airport and Stellenbosch University (SU) have formed a partnership to advance smart and green development innovation, foster sustainable growth and drive academic advancement. The...
A research and demonstration project to treat and directly reuse wastewater, which will form a living laboratory to provide data to Swiss and South African researchers, has been launched at the...
Early-stage companies investment firm Stocks & Strauss has reached final close of the R400-million University Technology Fund (UTF) II. The close raises the total capital across its...
An improved post-initial set applied colloidal silica – a liquid densifier that strengthens concrete from within – distributed by concrete protection supplier SprayLock Africa is strengthening the...
At a panel discussion hosted by Nedbank at this year's NAMPO Harvest Day, one message emerged clearly from farmers, scientists, financiers and technology providers: the future resilience of...
This week we profile Ian Burger, MD: Technical at SOLA Group, a company that develops, designs, constructs, operates and manages solar PV and battery energy storage facilities, primarily via...
The National Research Foundation (NRF) congratulates Board Member and Research Chair Prof Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela, along with Research Chairs Prof Priscilla Baker and Prof Keertan Dheda, on being...
There is increased evidence that extracellular DNA (exDNA) - genetic material released from bacteria killed during the water treatment process – may act as a previously underappreciated reservoir...
As South African mining companies face environmental and legacy issues brought about by the country’s long and complex mining history, it is becoming increasingly important to adopt responsible...
As South African mining companies face environmental and legacy issues brought about by the country’s long and complex mining history, it is becoming increasingly important to adopt responsible...
South Africa’s Stellenbosch University and the UK’s Coventry University have celebrated the tenth anniversary of their partnership and collaboration. The crowning element of this relationship was...
While responsible tailings management and effective land rehabilitation are increasingly recognised as important for environmental protection, public health and sustainable economic development,...
South Africa could grow by at least 3% and create 2.4-million more jobs by 2030 relative to 2025 if it doubles down on catalytic reforms, but it must act with renewed urgency if it is to convert...
The successful launch of the Huawei FusionSolar 9.0 and One-Fits-All 2.0 innovative solutions was held in South Africa yesterday. Over 300 guests, including power grid companies, developers,...
A Pivotal Moment for Industrial Growth Africa’s automation and industrial technology sector is entering a decisive phase, shaped by rapid technological change, shifting economic priorities, and the...
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