Burroughs, RichardSouth African Veterinary Association. Veterinary History Society2025-11-202025-11-202025-10http://hdl.handle.net/2263/105376Article originally published in VetNews, October 2025, the monthly magazine of the South African Veterinary AssociationDr Paul Bartels was a leading South African veterinarian and conservation scientist whose work advanced wildlife reproductive science and biobanking. Trained at Stellenbosch University and the University of Pretoria, he contributed to major institutions including the National Zoo, SANBI, the Smithsonian, and founded the Wildlife Breeding Centre at Pelindaba. His research on cloning and double-headed spermatozoa positioned him as a pioneer in conservation biotechnology. Bartels helped establish the South African Biobank Network and actively supported young conservationists through WESSA. Known for his vision, innovation, and collaborative spirit, he left a lasting impact on wildlife conservation in South Africa and abroad.1 Page; colour photoPDFen©2023 Veterinary History Society of the South African Veterinary Association. Provided for preservation purposes only. It may not be downloaded, reproduced or distributed in any format without written permission of the author. Any attempt to circumvent the access controls placed on this file is a violation of copyright laws and is subject to criminal prosecution.Veterinary medicine -- ObituaryWildlife Breeding Centre (WBRC)SA Biobank NetworkLeopard projectLecturerTshwane University of TechnologyVeterinarians -- South AfricaVeterinary medicine -- History -- South AfricaArticle