The pangolin’s plight

Posted on July 01, 2015

Dr Christine Steyn, of the Department of Anatomy and Physiology in the Faculty of Veterinary Science, is one of only a few people doing research on the anatomy of this shy animal.

Learning from life in the waters

Posted on June 17, 2015

The UP Mammal Research Institute’s Marion Island Marine Mammal Programme (MIMMP) has been doing marine research there for more than 30 years and has documented fascinating findings.

Faculty research promotes environmental stewardship

Posted on June 12, 2015

The Faculty of Veterinary Science values its role and responsibility in conserving the environment. Through its academic programmes and research it is committed to promoting sustainability for a healthier environment.

Stepping up the fight against Bovine Brucellosis

Posted on June 11, 2015

The Faculty of Veterinary Science at the University of Pretoria recently held a three-day workshop on brucellosis research.

Protecting the Garden of Eden

Posted on June 05, 2015

Dr Michael Kock of the Department of Production Animal Studies has more than 30 years’ experience as a wildlife vet and is regarded as one of the top forest elephant veterinary experts in the world.

UP research waves the red flag against BTB

Posted on May 12, 2015

Prof Anita Michel of the Department of Veterinary Tropical Diseases strongly doubts that there is a single buffalo herd in the nearly two million hectares of the Kruger National Park that does not have bovine tuberculosis (BTB).

Research that goes beyond science to benefit communities in need

Posted on May 04, 2015

The Faculty of Veterinary Science’s Mnisi Community Programme looks at conservation through the eyes of the community.

South Africa developing a booming crocodile economy

Posted on April 22, 2015

How do you get a crocodile to urinate in a cup?