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In this month's newsletter, we feature an article on the findings in the CAPRISA 258 SUTHI study that assessed whether a quality improvement intervention reduced 18-month mortality in TB patients. Visit to learn more. Pic credit: Annie Sprat/Unsplash

Research Fellow Siyabonga Myewa is investigating which diagnostic test is the most accurate at detecting TB isolates that are phenotypically (observably) resistant to Bedaquiline. This Group A drug is used to treat drug-resistant TB. #TheFutureIsNow #YouthMonth

CAPRISA wishes to distance itself from the latest incident of misinformation wherein Prof. Salim Abdool Karim is purported to be spreading inaccurate information on COVID-19 vaccines & its related side effects. Evidence based medicine is the bedrock for informed health decisions.

Head of Mucosal Immunology Prof Derseree Archary hosted Clarissa Klenke and Vanessa Schulz from the @umanitoba Their research is examining chlamydia & gonorrhea prevalence and HPV detection & genotypes in vaginal swabs and urine in a cohort of female sex workers in Nairobi, Kenya

Nomusa Zondo's PhD in Virology analysed three biological factors impacting the efficacy of PrEP in African women in KZN. An aspirant professor, she wants to pay it forward by mentoring the next generation of African scientists. #TheFutureIsNow #YouthMonth

Senior scientist Dr Leila Mansoor formed part of the panel on "Establishing efficacy in clinical trials" at the .The Future of HIV Prevention Clinical Trials Summit hosted by The Forum for Collaborative Research & WITS RHI

Research associate Jivanka Mohan recently visited Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore. She explored bat immunology, looking at how bats tolerate viruses without developing disease. These mechanisms offer insights that could inform human therapies. #TheFutureIsNow #YouthMonth

"Everyday, I am inspired by the opportunity to contribute to research that addresses some of the most pressing health challenges facing our communities." #TheFutureIsNow #YouthMonth

Nonzwakazi Ntombela is one of our experienced clinical trials and study coordinators. This critical role is the link between cutting edge, scientific research and communities across KwaZulu-Natal. #TheFutureIsNow #YouthMonth

"Immunology research requires that we push the boundaries, translating scientific discoveries into tangible benefits for society and improving the lives of communities worldwide."- Thando Maseko #TheFutureIsNow #YouthMonth

"Every analysis, every model we build, holds the promise of a deeper understanding and ultimately moves us a step closer to overcoming HIV and TB. That's what makes this journey as a young researcher so meaningful."- Lateef Amusa #TheFutureIsNow #YouthMonth

The CAPRISA Community Outreach team led another stakeholder engagement, this time in Ntuzuma. Community Advisory Board chairperson Cebisile Nkosi reiterated that scientific research without community participation is not possible.

Meet Senamile Ngema. She holds a Master's degree in Medical Microbiology from @UKZN Her primary research areas are tuberculosis therapeutics and drug resistance #TheFutureIsNow #YouthMonth @senar_ngema

"Creating a space for young emerging scientists, especially in Africa. That's the treasure chest." - Prof Quarraisha Abdool Karim, FRS CAPRISA Associate Scientific Director. This Youth Month, meet some of our brilliant young minds in HIV and TB research. #TheFutureIsNow

Professor Salim Abdool Karim, FRS unpacked the politics of institutionalised disinformation in his Michael Faraday Prize Lecture. His message included a resounding call for everyone to play their role as ambassadors of science, now more than ever before.

"We stand here today because of the power of global solidarity and partnerships in science, that have saved millions and helped make the world a better place". - Prof Quarraisha Abdool Karim receiving her Hon Doctorate from @mcgillu .Pic credit: Owen Egan/McGill University

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Applications are open for the 2026 CAPRISA DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence in HIV Prevention, Masters and Doctoral Fellowships. Visit our website for more information and to download the application form.