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Dr Kailen Padayachee recognised as Faculty of Science’s Alumnus of the Year 2025
In recognition of his academic achievements, conservation leadership, international contribution, and continued commitment to his alma mater, Dr Kailen Padayachee received the Faculty of Science’s Alumnus of the Year Award 2025.
Prof Ray Jansen named Faculty of Science’s Newsmaker of the Year
Few scientific stories have captured international attention quite like the work of Prof Ray Jansen, whose decades of research and advocacy for pangolin conservation have brought South African science into the global spotlight. In recognition of his outstanding contribution to science communication and conservation awareness, Prof Jansen received the Faculty of Science’s Newsmaker of the Year Award 2025.
Cybersecurity experts prepare Faculty of ICT students for an AI-driven digital future
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) students from the Department of Information Technology at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) gained valuable insights into the evolving cybersecurity landscape during a guest lecture held in collaboration with the ISC2 Gauteng Chapter.
TUT champions academia-industry collaboration to turn innovation into market-ready solutions
The importance of collaboration between universities, industry and the broader innovation ecosystem in transforming promising ideas into market-ready solutions took centre stage at the Limpopo AI Rising Summit, where the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) contributed to discussions on strengthening innovation and entrepreneurship.
Building Sciences Forum champions innovation and collaboration
Students from Tshwane University of Technology’s (TUT) Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE) were challenged to look beyond traditional approaches to construction and find new ways of addressing challenges in the built environment at the Next Generation Built Environment Forum, hosted by the Department of Building Sciences. The forum also saw the launch of a student competition aimed at turning innovative ideas into practical solutions.
Prof Mathonsi’s commitment to mentorship, innovation and service earns him TUT Excellence Award
For Prof Topside Mathonsi, service goes beyond the responsibilities of an academic title. It is reflected in the researchers he mentors, the research capacity he helps build and the technological solutions he champions. This commitment to making a lasting contribution to Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and the wider research community has earned him the University’s Service Beyond the Call of Duty Award at the recently held 2025/2026 Academic Excellence Awards.
Prof Viljoen celebrates 100 postgraduate graduates and outstanding research achievements
Graduating 100 postgraduate students is more than an academic milestone; it represents 100 research journeys shaped, knowledge shared, and future scientists equipped to contribute to society. For Prof Alvaro Viljoen, this achievement reflects a career dedicated to advancing pharmaceutical sciences, strengthening research capacity and unlocking the scientific potential of South Africa’s medicinal plants.
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TUT Interior Design students bring their designs to life in RAW Modular challenge
Two weeks of creative experimentation, technical problem-solving and hands-on manufacturing challenged second-year Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Interior Design students to take their ideas beyond the drawing board at the 2026 RAW Modular Design Camp.
TUT’s inaugural symposium equips students with entrepreneurship and innovation knowledge
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), through its Innovation and Technology Transfer Office (ITTO), hosted the TUT Innovation, Incubation, Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship (TIICE) Symposium at its Polokwane Campus, to equip students with knowledge of entrepreneurship, intellectual property protection and the commercialisation of innovative ideas.
TUT empowers rural tourism educators through an innovative teacher development programme
For 42 tourism educators from rural schools across Mpumalanga’s Ehlanzeni District, giving up their Saturdays in 2026 meant gaining more than just knowledge – it meant rediscovering their passion for teaching, building confidence and finding new ways to inspire learners.