Moses Sembatya Nixon
ID: UNCST-2024-R015771
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Baseline Study of Norms and Behavioral Drivers of Child Marriage and Female Genital Mutilation in Uganda
REFNo: SS3765ES
This study aims to provide crucial insights into the prevalence, drivers, and consequences of child marriage (CM) and female genital mutilation (FGM) in Uganda through a comprehensive baseline study. By assessing social norms, knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to CM and FGM, the study seeks to inform targeted interventions and policy decisions.
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Uganda |
2025-04-02 10:33:36 |
2028-04-02 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Rogers Ssebunya
ID: UNCST-2025-R016712
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Supporting Health System Readiness and Quality for Scaled Delivery of Self-Injectable Contraception: The Delivering Innovation in Self-Care (DISC) 2.0 Study
Version 1.1
REFNo: HS5767ES
1. To describe health facility readiness to provide voluntary DMPA-SC SI within the existing contraceptive method mix in DISC-supported facilities in Uganda.
2. To describe quality of contraceptive counseling and client experiences among clients receiving injectables at DISC-supported facilities in Uganda.
3. To understand clients’ self-efficacy and confidence around DMPA self-injection immediately post-training and at 4-months follow-up in Uganda.
4. To improve understanding of DMPA-SC ‘take home’ units, including dispensation practices, provider and client preferences, storage, and usage, and disposal at initiation and 4-months follow-up.
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Uganda |
2025-04-02 10:31:32 |
2028-04-02 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Susan Nabadda
ID: UNCST-2020-R014331
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Field Performance Evaluation of the Genbody ConfiSign HIV Self-Test in Uganda
REFNo: HS5760ES
To evaluate the field diagnostic performance and operational characteristics; usability, acceptability, and feasibility of the Genbody ConfiSign HIV ST in Uganda.
Specific objectives
a) To determine the field diagnostic accuracy (sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value) of the Genbody ConfiSign HIV Self Test compared with the Wondflo HIV Self test (Guangzhou, China).
b)To evaluate the operational characteristics; feasibility, acceptability, and usability of the Genbody ConfiSign HIV ST in selected health facilities.
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Uganda |
2025-04-02 10:25:15 |
2028-04-02 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Robert Odendi Gideon
ID: UNCST-2024-R002130
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MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES, ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES
AND INTERPERSONAL PSYCHOTHERAPY AMONG ADOLESCENTS AT KAMPIRINGISA
NATIONAL REHABILITATION CENTER, CENTRAL UGANDA
REFNo: HS5763ES
1. To determine the prevalence of mental health challenges (Depression, PTSD, and alcohol substance use disorders) and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) among adolescents at Kampiringisa National Rehabilitation Centre (KNRC).
2. To examine the relationship between ACEs and mental health challenges, with social support as a mediator among adolescents at KNRC.
3. To explore the experiences and perceptions of adolescents regarding the effectiveness of existing counseling practices in reducing depressive symptoms among adolescents at KNRC.
4. To identify the socio-cultural factors, institutional policies, and individual characteristics that influence the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of Group Interpersonal Therapy (Group IPT) in reducing depressive symptoms at KNRC.
5. To evaluate adolescents' experiences and perceptions of the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of Group IPT compared to the existing counseling practices at KNRC.
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Uganda |
2025-04-02 10:00:01 |
2028-04-02 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Felix Bongomin
ID: UNCST-2020-R014224
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Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis: Optimization of Therapy, Immunogenetic Screening, and Diagnosis in Uganda [CPA_OPTIONS_Phase I: A Prospective Cohort Study]
REFNo: HS5799ES
The primary objective of this study is to establish a longitudinal cohort comprising individuals who have recently been diagnosed with CPA. The main aim is to comprehensively document various aspects of the disease progression and its impact on patients\' health over a span of 12 months.,The primary objective of this study is to establish a longitudinal cohort comprising individuals who have recently been diagnosed with CPA. The main aim is to comprehensively document various aspects of the disease progression and its impact on patients\' health over a span of 12 months.,
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Uganda |
2025-04-01 17:44:43 |
2028-04-01 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Stella Muyanja Zawedde
ID: UNCST-2021-R014037
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The Integrated Management of Chronic Lung Illnesses in Uganda
REFNo: HS5728ES
Aim 1: To determine the prevalence of and factors associated with chronic respiratory illnesses e.g., asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease among presumptive TB patients who test negative for TB on GeneXpert testing
Aim 2: (a) To determine the prevalence of, factors associated with post TB lung disease (PTLD) among patients who complete TB treatment (b) To determine the effect of post TB lung care on health related QoL among patients with PTLD
Aim 3: To determine barriers and facilitators for linkage to treatment for patients referred for chronic lung care
Aim 4: To document the cost per asthma/COPD case found during integrated community-based screening.
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Uganda |
2025-04-01 17:31:43 |
2028-04-01 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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george paasi
ID: UNCST-2020-R014619
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THE CLINICAL SPECTRUM, GEOSPATIAL DISTRIBUTION AND GENETIC MODIFIERS OF SEVERE MALARIA AMONG CHILDREN WITH SICKLE CELL DISEASE IN EASTERN UGANDA.
REFNo: HS5714ES
i) To determine the effect of host RBC polymorphisms on the risk and severity of malaria.
ii) To determine the Geospatio-temporal distribution of the malaria-sickle cell disease syndemic in Uganda.
iii) To determine the clinical spectrum of severe malaria among children with SCA in eastern Uganda.
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Uganda |
2025-04-01 17:21:57 |
2028-04-01 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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ERICK SSEGUJJA
ID: UNCST-2021-R012964
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Partnerships for Stronger Knowledge Systems in Africa (KNOSA): Lessons from Uganda
REFNo: HS5716ES
Specifically, the implementation research has the following objectives;
1. To characterise the nature and functioning of the different components of the current national knowledge system, ??with a focus on the health sector.
2. To explore constraints and challenges affecting the capacity of Uganda’s national knowledge systems.
3. To document and assess the current interventions to strengthen the national knowledge system?
4. To explore opportunities for strengthening the capacity of the national knowledge system to advance evidence-informed decision making in Uganda’s health sector.
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Uganda |
2025-03-25 11:14:05 |
2028-03-25 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Ronald Moses Galiwango
ID: UNCST-2024-R015239
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INTEGRATED FEMALE SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTION TESTING FOR HIV EPIDEMIC CONTROL THROUGH PREP (IN-STEP)
REFNo: HS5715ES
a) To conduct an individually randomized effectiveness implementation trial of SRST plus cSTI testing to increase PrEP use among African women at high HIV risk.
b) To perform a mixed-methods, implementation science evaluation of female cSTI testing for improving PrEP use for HIV prevention.
c) To determine the most efficient, population-level female cSTI testing strategies to reduce HIV incidence in African settings.
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Uganda |
2025-03-25 11:13:20 |
2028-03-25 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Prudence Beinamaryo
ID: UNCST-2023-R007239
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Developing a robust interdisciplinary-informed WASH framework for the prevention and elimination of the wicked public-health problem of schistosomiasis (WickedSchisto)
REFNo: HS5707ES
I. What are the true health, economic and societal impacts of schistosomiasis?
a) Characterise what quality of life means to individuals living in Schistosoma endemic areas in Cameroon and Uganda, and how this is affected by infections, WASH access, environmental, spatial, social and other determinants.
b) Measure the diverse impact of schistosomiasis on individual’s and household’s quality of life.
c) Quantify the economic costs associated with schistosomiasis to individuals and society.
d) Develop and validate a field-suitable morbidity marker for mapping and monitoring disease resolution.
II. What are the most cost-effective combinations of WASH and MDA interventions?
a) Test the hypothesis that MDA refusal, due to fear of side effects, is linked with latrine access.
b) Characterise relative contributions of existing WASH on reducing reinfection post MDA: risk to self.
c) Quantify environmental force-of-infection and the impact of ‘risk to self’ and ‘risk to
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Uganda |
2025-03-25 11:11:44 |
2028-03-25 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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