Sustainable Science Initiative
The Sustainable Science Initiative at the IDM aims to advance scientific discovery through environmentally responsible practices.
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The IDM - a cross-faculty postgraduate research institute
Research at our state-of-the-art facility is focused in five inter-linked thematic areas.
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Clinical research relevant to the needs of Africa's people
The IDM influences health policy and practice by translating our scientific discoveries and applying them in various communities; community relationships and trust are critical.
Capacity building in the IDM
The largest research entity at UCT, the IDM is a national leader in research and health sciences human capital development.
IDM driving world class research
We conduct research at the laboratory-clinic-community interface by engaging a wide range of scientific and clinical disciplines; with collaborators based at 356 institutions in 22 African countries and 35 countries beyond.
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Transforming women’s health: GIFT device offers early detection of STIs in women
Major three country clinical study underway to evaluate breakthrough device for early detection of STIs in women.
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Celebrating women who shape the scientific workplace
During Women’s Month, we celebrate the remarkable contributions of women across all roles within the IDM.
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Seven UCT Researchers Awarded ‘Career Starting’ SAMRC Grants
Seven UCT researchers have been awarded a South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) Self-Initiated Research (SIR) grant.
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The IDM seeks health innovations in infectious diseases
Discovering the IDM's pioneering research from novel diagnostics to drug resistance and non-communicable diseases offers insight into the dynamic landscape of infectious and NCD research and the profound implications for public health.
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Upcoming Seminars and Events
