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In the Spotlight: The invisible fuel driving our TB epidemic

A recent article highlights a critical but often overlooked driver of South Africa’s tuberculosis (TB) epidemic: asymptomatic TB, these are individuals who carry active TB disease but show no symptoms.

Uncovering TB’s Survival Strategy in Lipid-Rich Environments

Dr Tiago Beites shares insights into how Mycobacterium tuberculosis, adapts to one of the body’s more unusual defence environments.

Another top international honour for Prof Kelly Chibale

IDM full member, Prof Kelly Chibale received special honours from the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Demystifying drug discovery

A UCT summer School Excursion featuring the IDM, unpacked the fascinating journey from molecule to medicine

How Proteins Help Switch Genes On and Off, And Why It Matters for Development and Health

Seminar highlights from Dr Suzuki, Laboratory for Cellular Function Conversion Technology, RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences.

TB harnesses part of immune defence system to cause infection

Scientists from UCT have contributed to an international study that shed new light on why humans and animals are so susceptible to contracting tuberculosis.

Science translation top of mind at research day

A recently hosted research day, supported by the IDM, brought together the research community to engage on the importance of impactful science.

From Concept to Community: A Masterclass on Socially Accountable Research

Reflecting on research milestones at the Annual Research Celebration

UCT’s research accomplishments and milestones were recently showcased at the Annual Research Celebration

AI helps tailor TB and malaria drugs for African patients

New UCT-led research uses AI to personalise malaria and TB dosing for Africa’s genetically diverse populations.

Exploring Art and the Creative Process as a Tool in Engaged Outreach

Immunity, outbreaks and building vaccine sovereignty

UCT hosted its final inaugural lecture of its 2025 series on 20 November. It was delivered by IDM Deputy Director, Prof Wendy Burgers in the New Learning Centre Lecture Theatre on the Faculty of Health

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