On 11 August 2016, at the South African Women in Science Awards function held in Johannesburg, Prof Marianne Matthee was named Second Runner-up in the Distinguished Young Women Researcher category (Humanities and Social Sciences division). The South African Women in Science Awards, which are presented annually by the Department of Science and Technology, honour selected individuals who are making a significant contribution to the advancement of knowledge and innovation in various scientific fields, thereby acting as role models for other women professionals. We congratulate Prof Matthee (video) on her well-deserved achievement!

*The NWU staff publication 'eish!' also recently (November 2016) carried an article on Prof Matthee's achievement at the SA Women in Science Awards.