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25 Years of Impact Through Innovation - UCT 2025
For a quarter of a century, the University of Cape Town's Research Contracts & Innovation (RC&I) office has been driving transformation through ideas that change lives. The Innovation at UCT 2025 brochure celebrates 25 years of breakthrough research, from pioneering sustainable fuels and medical technologies to animal health innovations and a growing portfolio of 40+ spin-off companies valued at over R250 million.
Unlocking South Africa's Research Potential: Insights from the National Science Technology Forum
At the recent National Science Technology Forum (NSTF) event, Ms. Jetane Charsley, Head of the National Intellectual Property Management Office (NIPMO), delivered a thought-provoking presentation on the 'Innovation Ecosystem – Areas to Celebrate and to Improve On.'
Groundbreaking milestone as Unisa exceeds 100 patents granted
Unisa celebrates a remarkable milestone, with over a hundred patents granted for inventions that stem from its ongoing research and development efforts. Since the launch of the Directorate of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Commercialisation (DITTC) in 2012, the university has worked closely with both staff and students to transform fresh ideas into protected technologies.
Can Rooibos extract help treat breast cancer?
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there's some good news on the horizon in South Africa. Stellenbosch University's Dr Nicky Verhoog is leading a study to assess the impact of Rooibos extract in breast cancer treatment. Early results suggest Rooibos extract may limit estrogen's role in promoting breast cancer cell growth.
NIPMO honoured with award for its contribution to innovation management
On 4 September 2025, the National Intellectual Property Management Office (NIPMO) received the Southern African Research and Innovation Management Association (SARIMA) Excellence in Organisational Contribution to Innovation Management Award for its role in strengthening South Africa's innovation ecosystem.
Briefing on the Intellectual Property from Publicly Financed Research and Development Act (IPR Act)
The Committee was briefed by the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation and the National Intellectual Property Management Office (NIPMO) on the Intellectual Property from Publicly Financed Research and Development Act (IPR Act).
Celebrating history of SADiLaR: A testament to heritage and innovation
As South Africa closes heritage month, the South African Centre for Digital Language Resources (SADiLaR) proudly turns the spotlight inwards, celebrating its own heritage through its history book titled The Story of SADiLaR.
Prof. Rangith Baby Kuriakose: CUT Builds Digital Twin of Smart Manufacturing Environment
CUT continues to think beyond by advancing research in smart manufacturing. At the heart of this innovation is the full-scale water bottling plant, originally conceived in 2018 and now serving as a foundation for cutting-edge research and postgraduate training.
TUT ignites creativity at World IP Day 2025 celebration
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) sparked innovation and artistic passion during its celebration of World Intellectual Property (IP) Day 2025 on 29 May. Themed IP and Music: Feel the Beat of IP, the event highlighted the powerful role of intellectual property in nurturing creativity, especially within the music industry.
Understanding intellectual property can supercharge innovation
Producing knowledge is a daily pursuit at universities — knowing how best to protect and draw value from it is crucial. The Wits Innovation Centre (WIC) and Wits Libraries recently provided helpful tips on how to do this.
DUT celebrates World Intellectual Property Day
The Durban University of Technology (DUT), in collaboration with key stakeholders, proudly co-hosted the highly anticipated World Intellectual Property (IP) Day 2025 celebration in KwaZulu-Natal, centred on the theme Intellectual Property and Music: Feel the Beat of IP.
Always Something New Out of Africa – Innovation at UCT 2024
Discover the groundbreaking research and world-changing ideas coming out of the University of Cape Town (UCT). From pioneering DNA vaccine platforms and sustainable agriculture breakthroughs to cutting-edge cancer therapies and honey authentication technology — this year's Innovation at UCT brochure showcases how African ingenuity is shaping global progress.