By Themba Stoep My journey in bioinformatics has lasted six months thus far, yet it feels as though time has leaped forward with incredible haste. Despite all the haste, these months have been densely packed with learning and growth, making the experience immensely fruitful. My interest in bioinformatics sparked during my second year of study, sparked…

By Kirstie Davies Time flies when you’re having fun—or should I say, when you’re working hard, learning new skills, and stepping out of your comfort zone. I cannot believe that we are already in July and nearing the end of this honours year. With exams just behind us, I’ve had some time to rest and…

By Ciarran White “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone “- Neale Donald Walsch This quote perfectly encapsulates the experiences I am about to share with you. One day, I decided to take a leap of faith in relentless pursuit of a long-held interest-cancer research.  I chose to study Radiobiology at the University…

by Isabel De Beer Rewind to the beginning… At the start of this year, I found myself entering a large, unfamiliar room on the medical campus, navigating buildings that seemed never – ending. It felt like turning corners only to end up in the same place, reflecting my journey to studying a medical Honours specializing…

By Jessica Kanyemba It feels like it was just yesterday when I was overwhelmed by emotions upon receiving acceptance into my dream course; I barely blinked, and suddenly I am halfway into the year?! During my first day of Honours the recurring advice to “cherish every moment as the year goes by very fast” resonated…

by Megan Chimi When I first received the admission letter from UCT to study Bioinformatics, I couldn’t believe my eyes. Firstly, I was applying just for the sake of applying (Yes, UCT, you were neither my first choice nor my second). And Bioinformatics? I was finally going to learn more about this mysterious course that…

By Onethemba Xoma When I first arrived at UCT, I felt like a kid showing up to Hogwarts for the first time, well minus the sorting hat and pet owl. Instead, I had my trusty notebook, probably a look that screamed “newbie” (You would think we are way past that, considering this was not my…

by Romi Blom As I reflect on my journey as an honours student in Bioinformatics at the University of Cape Town, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of gratitude and excitement. Being part of this vibrant academic community has been nothing short of intellectually and personally transformative. After the first lecture, I was…

by Bianca Obadic In 2022, I completed my undergrad in genetics and human anatomy at UCT. In 2023 I did not get into honours. Nothing could have prepared me for the defeat I felt, the doubt that was instilled in myself and my abilities. Nothing could have readied me for the jealously of watching all…

by Mené Muller Today my supervisor bought me a coffee. A seemingly insignificant occurrence since the short café latte at Food & Connect is a student staple – or at least for this student. But this specific treat meant more than just a few extra hours of productivity, it signalled the achievement of a long-awaited…