From Bellville South to the frontiers of astrophysics: Nicole Thomas reaches for the stars

Dr Nicole Thomas, who is a Cape Flats-born astrophysicist

October 31, 2026South Africa

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Cape Flats-born astrophysicist Dr Nicole Thomas went from Kasselsvlei High School and UWC to researching supermassive black holes and galaxy evolution, and encourages young people to explore science.

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Published: October 31, 2026
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