Congratulations to Drs Sebastian Skatulla, Kirsten Corin and Steeve Chung Kim Yuen who were selected as recipients of the Claude Leon Merit Award for Early-Career Researchers. This award is given to encourage the outstanding scholarly achievements of young researchers. The award is granted annually to young researchers at UCT to support their demonstrated ability of making a significant independent contribution to their field.

Professor Danie Visser, Chair of the Claude Leon Merit Award for Early-Career Researchers Committee said, “We are delighted with their contribution to research and proud of the recognition that they will continue to bring to the University of Cape Town.”