The Research and Innovation Awards presented on 31 October provided an opportune way to celebrate the achievements of the crème de la crème at Stellenbosch University (SU). Held at the Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study (STIAS), the gala dinner recognised excellence across various categories, including postgraduate students, early career researchers, established researchers, women in research, newly A-rated researchers, and outstanding postgraduate supervisors.
Impressive milestones
In her welcoming address Prof Sibusiso Moyo, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Postgraduate Studies, said impactful research is one of the main drivers that measures the value add of SU to knowledge generation and high-end skills training. Moyo highlighted SU’s vision to be Africa’s leading research-intensive university, globally recognised for excellence, inclusivity and innovation.
“Our commitment to the pursuit of knowledge, research and innovation in service of society is enabled by our staff and students and an environment with a deep sense of purpose to make a contribution to improve our three biggest challenges as a country, namely unemployment, poverty and inequality,” Moyo said.
Professor Clive Gray was awarded the prestigious Stellenbosch University Rector and Vice-Chancellor’s Research for Impact Award for 2024.