Beijing Science Festival: "Feel Science, Enjoy Science" SAASTA was invited to represent South Africa at the dazzling Beijing Science Festival, which drew more than 100 000 visitors. More

	London, here we all come ... The top national performers in the National Science Olympiad won an all-expenses-paid trip to the London International Youth Science Forum. More				National Science Week gets Italian flavour Universe Awareness Italy draws on the grandeur of the Universe to encourage children to develop an interest in science and technology. More				Opinion poll Would you be prepared to undergo a stem cell therapy if there was no clinical proof yet that it could improve your chances of recovery from severe illness? Vote now!

	Journalists unite to make technology more accessible in Africa Science journalists from various African countries met in Ethiopia to form the East African Network of Science Journalists. More Laerskool Lynnwood wins nail-biting AstroQuiz finals Ten teams of young learners from all around SA battled it out in the 8th round of the AstroQuiz finals funded by SAASTA. More What do we really know about the universe? Mankind's understanding of the universe was the main topic of discussion at an astronomy conference on the re-emergence of Astronomy in Africa. More Bright sparks win big prizes in Natural Science Olympiad The second round of SAASTA's Natural Science Olympiad attracted entries from 28 000 learners from 473 schools around the country. More

	Science Communication integral part of powerful microscope's strategy The National System of Innovation is prioritising Science Communication to ensure that research is translated ... to benefit all relevant stakeholders. More

	How to build toys from trash Japanese scientist Hideo Nakano teaches South Africans how to use readily available items to make low-cost educational toys. More				First Pan-African Summer School in Nanomedicine The landmark event focused on nanomedicine in drug, vaccine and diagnostics development for poverty related diseases. More				Forum on stem cell research creates new networks Many South Africans requiring bone marrow transplants remain untreated because the medical profession is unable to meet the demand. More

	Lights, camera, action! SAASTA's PUB programme is focusing on young scientists to encourage and train them to communicate their science. More Speak up young scientists Seasoned science communicators challenge young scientists to share their research with a broader audience. More SAASTA marks World Aids Day SAASTA staff donated non-perishable food, story books, stationery and lunch boxes for children affected by HIV/Aids. More Taking science to the people The iThemba LABS team travelled to remote Northern Cape towns to teach learners about the wonders of the night sky. More

	Meet Dr Jane Olwoch Find out how this NRF-rated scientist intends to translate research into outcomes that benefit communities ... in the spirit of Ubuntu. More

	Young scientists unravel the mysteries of the bush The SAEON Ndlovu Node's science camp introduces budding scientists to scientific investigation and data analysis. More				Creating awareness of the vital role of our oceans National Science Week celebrations at the National Zoo included a special seal show, as well as footprint paintings created by the African Penguins. More				Techno-savvy exhibit a big drawcard for learners Astronomy SA's award-winning exhibit featured astronomy apps and a solar system calculator with which learners could interact. More

	Earliest known dinosaur discovered Researchers have found what could be the earliest known dinosaur to walk the Earth. More				Upcoming events Find out what exciting events are planned for 2013. More				It's a fact! Africa's Homo sapiens were the first techies, according to a new Wits University research paper. More