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SA must refine its own AI future and secure algorithmic sovereignty
The country stands at a crossroads. It is essential that we and other African countries build the capacity to refine our own data.
4 September 2025
Google.org backs the Wits MIND Institute with US$1M boost
The Machine Intelligence and Neural Discovery (MIND) Institute has been awarded core funding of US$1 million by Google.org.
4 September 2025
Painless microneedle patches could transform HIV treatment for children
What if treatment could be as simple as putting on a plaster, twice a week?
2 September 2025
Reimagining vision
Research by PhD student Kruti Naik could change the way eye infections and conditions are treated
29 August 2025
SA must refine its own AI future and secure algorithmic sovereignty
The country stands at a crossroads. It is essential that we and other African countries build the capacity to refine our own data.
4 September 2025
Google.org backs the Wits MIND Institute with US$1M boost
The Machine Intelligence and Neural Discovery (MIND) Institute has been awarded core funding of US$1 million by Google.org.
4 September 2025
Painless microneedle patches could transform HIV treatment for children
What if treatment could be as simple as putting on a plaster, twice a week?
2 September 2025
Reimagining vision
Research by PhD student Kruti Naik could change the way eye infections and conditions are treated
29 August 2025
Shaping quantum light for a more secure future
At Wits University’s Structured Light Laboratory, researchers are harnessing light to drive breakthroughs in secure communication, imaging, and quantum technology. Led by Distinguished Professor Andrew Forbes from the School of Physics, the lab operates at the intersection of classical optics, quantum physics, and artificial intelligence.
WATCH NOWProfessor Andrew Forbes breaks new ground with a topological approach to quantum communication that could transform computing. Professor Bruce Rubidge unveils the Karoo Origins fossil centre, home to the globally acclaimed Rubidge Collection. The FALF programme marks five years of advancing female academic leadership, and Wits researchers celebrate top honours at the 2025 NRF Awards with prestigious ratings. Prof. Imraan Valodia, the Pro VC for Climate, Sustainability, and Inequality hosted the fourth Inter Faculty Symposium which saw Wits academics, researchers and postgraduate students engage on research and projects that impact on society for good.
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05Sep
Staff Wellness Week 2025Online Event09:00
05Sep
Masterclass 3: Pharmaceutical and Medical Device RegulationWerksmans Attorneys, 96 Rivonia Road Sandton 09:00
05Sep
Earth Quest Solutions inaugural event in partnership with BabanangoBabanango Matatane Lodge10:00
05Sep
Wits ParadeYale Road12:00
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