
National Women’s Month at the IDM, we honour the incredible women who shape our institute — from our dedicated cleaning staff to our passionate students, skilled researchers, accomplished academics, and committed professional staff. It’s a tribute to the leadership, resilience, and contributions of all women who make the IDM a thriving, inclusive community.
Read about the incredible women across our Institute

Continuing a Legacy: Women Powering the IDM Forward
Leadership in the Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine (IDM) has always been shaped by remarkable women

Professor Nicky Mulder joins the GA4GH Executive Leadership Team
GA4GH is pleased to announce Nicky Mulder, of the University of Cape Town, as the newest member of the GA4GH Executive Leadership Team, serving as the Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors.

Lenacapavir Named 2024 Breakthrough of the Year: A New Era in HIV Prevention
Science names Lenacapavir its 2024 Breakthrough of the Year!

Fiona Mulaudzi: the inspiring face climbing the ranks
Over a nine-year period Fiona Mulaudzi, an animal enthusiast, progressed from ad hoc animal attendant in the Research Animal Facility to, most recently, technical officer in the IDM.

Shining a spotlight on science
Soapbox Science encourages learning and debate and was recently held at Pierhead at the V&A Waterfront

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.

Celebrating women who shape the scientific workplace
During Women’s Month, we celebrate the remarkable contributions of women across all roles within the IDM.

UCT academic receives distinguished AAAS fellow lifetime honour
Emerita Professor Valerie Mizrahi, former director of the Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, has been recognised with a prestigious lifetime fellow honor from the American Association for the Advancement of Science.