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Our mission

Our mission is to undertake research and build capacity in computational and applied mechanics to innovate, produce tools and methods, and address societal challenges.
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Research and Innovation

CERECAM is a leader in interdisciplinary research with an extensive track record of high-quality, locally and globally relevant methodologies, models, software, and processes.
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Advocacy and collaboration

We serve as a hub for creating influential networks within computational and applied mechanics, fostering cross-sectoral partnerships with industry, government, and academic institutions.
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Training and capacity building

We are dedicated to nurturing researchers and practitioners in their career development.

For the past 42 years, the Centre for Computational and Applied Mechanics (CERECAM) at the University of Cape Town (UCT) has driven advancements in theoretical, computational and applied mechanics, unlocking innovation across academic disciplines. We focus on applying our research and expertise to address real-world challenges.

At CERECAM, we emphasise the practical application of computational and applied mechanics, while driving innovation through theoretical, blue sky research. Through our research and collaborations, we aim to make this field a key contributor to societal advancement.

Our Impact

  • Increased availability of high-quality, locally and globally relevant methodologies, models, software and processes
  • Strengthening of South Africa as a hub for computational and applied mechanics
  • Increased specialized STEM and computational applied mechanics skills for research and industry
  • Strengthened industrial links, processes and service institutions
  • Shaping the international research agenda of the field to include African priorities

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