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Building bridges for research and innovation
New Africa-Europe partnership aims to turn research into practical solutions, strengthen industry collaboration and create opportunities for skills development.
14 October 2026
Inside a lion's gut
Scientists know a great deal about how lions hunt, breed and survive, but the microscopic communities living inside them have remained largely unexplored.
13 October 2026
Wits scientists create ‘light-powered brain’ that could transform future communications
The discovery demonstrates the potential of combining expertise from quantum science and artificial intelligence.
13 October 2026
Building bridges for research and innovation
New Africa-Europe partnership aims to turn research into practical solutions, strengthen industry collaboration and create opportunities for skills development.
14 October 2026
Inside a lion's gut
Scientists know a great deal about how lions hunt, breed and survive, but the microscopic communities living inside them have remained largely unexplored.
13 October 2026
Wits scientists create ‘light-powered brain’ that could transform future communications
The discovery demonstrates the potential of combining expertise from quantum science and artificial intelligence.
13 October 2026
A Wits researcher is part of a NASA award-winning team using technology to protect South Africa’s biodiversity, while others are developing tiny carriers to help medicines reach the brain, offering hope for better Alzheimer's and Parkinson's treatments. Over 200 top matriculants explored artificial intelligence, future careers and campus life at Wits. In Bushbuckridge, Wits and its partners helped 60 entrepreneurs grow their businesses and create local job opportunities. From fixing cars to growing food, former mechanic Tshepo Thipe is helping feed students in need through the Wits Food Bank.
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Wits University is committed to the responsible, ethical and innovative use of AI with academic integrity at its centre. The purpose of this policy is to provide academic and professional and support staff (staff), and students with contextually valued practices regarding the fair and productive use of AI in advancing research, innovation, learning, teaching, course design and assessment of student learning at the University.
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