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A groundbreaking discovery in a Roman tomb in Carmona reveals the world's oldest wine, along with some rather peculiar ancient burial practices.
Last weekend, in a groundbreaking medical first, a kidney from a genetically modified pig was successfully attached to a human, igniting a complex religious discussion, challenging traditional beliefs on the use of swine parts in medical procedures.
The centre is the first to be proposed for sub-Saharan Africa.
From gene-editing therapy to nuclear fusion ignition, scientists have made a number of important breakthroughs in 2023, each advancing research in their respective fields.
Dr Naidoo received the award for her seminal scientific contributions to the treatment of patients with tuberculosis and HIV co-infection that has shaped local and international treatment guidelines.
The research sheds light on ecologically critical and unprotected coasts in North Africa, highlighting the significance of deep historical data in guiding present-day conservation efforts.
Professor Kathy Myburgh is one of six select scientists from around the world to have received a 2023 Citation Award from the American College of Sport Medicine (ACSM).
A renowned scientist from the US, Dr Gizelle Baker has a sit down with IOL to discuss the importance of more women entering into the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) sector.
State-of-the-art and a game-changer for healthcare in Africa, the Biomedical Research Institute places Stellenbosch University at the forefront of biomedical sciences.
From health to bio-technology, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) on Monday will honour 18 leading researchers who have made an impact on society and the economy through their research.
Just when you think you’ve read it all, an Oregon couple has welcomed twins from embryos that were frozen 30 years ago, with experts saying that this could be the longest frozen embryos to result in a live birth.
One of the world’s leading HIV/Aids researchers, South Africa’s Quarraisha Abdool Karim, has been appointed to head up The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) for the advancement of science in developing countries.
Students from the South African Society for Bio-Informatics share an easy and informative way on how DNA extraction works. This experiment can be done at home using a banana.
The University of Pretoria professor recently accepted a nomination as member of the Standing Committee for Freedom and Responsibility in Science within the International Science Council (ISC).
Western Cape MEC for police oversight and community safety, Reagan Allen confirmed the reduction in the DNA backlog at the Western Cape SAPS Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) over the past 10 months.
All pivotal dates that defined the last century happened thanks to the painstaking research of committed individuals and groups.
The breakthrough will help to tackle major global challenges such as developing malaria vaccines and fighting plastic pollution.
UKZN postdoctoral researcher, Dr Alexandre Delport is one of only 11 South African scientists selected to participate in the six-day programme.