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🌍🔬 Global MedLab Week | Celebrating the Science Behind Every Diagnosis 🔬🌍

Behind every result, every diagnosis, and every life changed, there’s a lab.

This Global MedLab Week , we shine a spotlight on the power of medical bioscience and the people driving it forward. From decoding epigenetics to uncovering novel diagnostic markers, our work is rooted in one mission: advancing health through science that matters.

Right here in Cape Town, our team is exploring disease prevalence and trends in Mixed Ancestry populations, contributing data that reflects real communities, often underrepresented, yet deeply important.

We may be a small lab, but our vision reaches far beyond our walls:

1. Collaborative minds
2. Purpose-driven research
3. Passionate scientists, students, and mentors
4. One shared goal: better health outcomes for all

This week, we proudly share our team, the faces behind the science, from seasoned researchers to emerging students, each playing a role in something bigger than themselves.

✨ South African Science, small lab big impact✨

Because in the lab, impact isn’t measured by size, it’s measured by the lives we touch.

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Celebrating an inspiring achievement from the recent CPUT Summer Graduation! 🎓✨

A huge congratulations to Danie Botes on completing his Master’s in Biomedical Science. He conducted his research at the SAMRC/CPUT Cardiometabolic Health Research Unit, where his hard work and dedication truly shone.

A big well-deserved recognition also goes to his supervisors, Dr Lisa Graham, Dr Don Matshazi, and Dr Cecil Jack Weale, for their invaluable guidance and support throughout this journey. 👏

Wishing Danie continued growth and success as he moves forward in his career in biomedical science. 🚀

Celebrating Excellence in Cardiometabolic Research!

A huge congratulations to Dr Megan Cairns (Stellenbosch University) for winning Best Oral Presentation and Dr Lauren Stuart (University of the Witwatersrand) for taking home Best Elevator Talk at the Cardiometabolic Health and Diabetes Africa Congress!

Your outstanding work is pushing the boundaries of research and driving real change in the fight against cardiometabolic diseases. Well done to our Young Scientist!

🚨 The Cardiometabolic Health and Diabetes Africa Congress is in full swing! 🚨

Are you ready for Day 2? It’s packed with incredible insights and networking opportunities that you won’t want to miss.

For those attending, don’t forget to visit the vendors – you could win a power bank to keep your devices charged throughout the event! 🔋

Let’s make the most of this amazing opportunity to learn, collaborate, and advance the future of cardiometabolic health and diabetes care in Africa. 🌍

🌍 2nd Call for SAMRC/CPUT Cardiometabolic Health Research Unit Congress 2025! 🌍

Join us for the Advances in Cardiometabolic Health: An African Perspective Congress this April 2025!

🎤 Share your research with a global audience and be part of an engaging program.
🌟 Exciting new addition: A Young Scientist Forum organized by fellow young scientists!

📅 Abstract submissions close: 31 January 2025

Let’s shape the future of health together. Submit your abstract today!

🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/DzqbENj1R6

Today staff and students of the SAMRC/CPUT Cardiometabolic Health Research Unit took part in the SAMRC Health Awareness 5km Walk at the Greenpoint promenade. Well done team, we super proud of you👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

🌍 3rd Call: POCT Africa International Colloquium - Join Us! 🌍
The 4th POCT Africa International Colloquium is fast approaching, and we’re calling on healthcare professionals, researchers, industry leaders, and students across the continent and beyond! This is a chance to connect with top minds and pioneers in Point-of-Care Testing (POCT), discuss advancements, and explore transformative solutions for African healthcare.
Event Highlights: 🔹 10 International Speakers - Learn from global experts like Prof. E. English (Cambridge University, UK), Dr. D. Maina (Aga Khan Hospital, Kenya), and Prof. R. Sharkawy (Alexandria University, Egypt).
🔹 1st Accredited POCT Short Course - Gain skills and recognition with our newly accredited short course, designed to enhance your expertise in POCT.
🔹 Networking and Industry Partnerships - Connect with peers and partners from leading industry players for knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
📆 Register Now - Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of Africa’s premier POCT event. Payment is required to confirm your place, however no payments will be accepted at the venue.
Join us as we push forward the boundaries of POCT in Africa! For more details, visit contact us via email: Prof RT Erasmus ([email protected]), Dr S Davids ([email protected]) or Dr D Matshazi ([email protected])
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📣 Calling All Researchers! The 4th Point of Care Africa International Colloquium is just around the corner on 14-15 November! ✨ We’re excited to announce a second call for abstracts with an extended deadline of 31 October. Share your insights and join the conversation in advancing healthcare! 🌍💡 Click the link in our bio to submit your abstract!

Check out the 1st call for the POCT Africa International Colloquium taking place on the 14 and 15 November 2024 at the CPUT Hotel School in Cape Town South Africa. Closing date for abstracts is 30 Sept 2024.

Link for registration: https://forms.office.com/r/v96yP8f3XP

Link for abstract submission: https://forms.office.com/r/Ckk4cPcDVv