Approved Research This page provides a searchable list of all research protocols that have been reviewed and approved by the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology(UNCST).
Search By Approval Date:
Clear Filter Total: 5,731
Name Title Nationality Approval Date Expiry Date Field of Science/Classification Trial Type Research Type  
Dennison Kizito
ID:
Evaluation of the BIOPIX-T molecular testing kit’s efficiency on malaria infection in malaria-endemic areas: A case study of Uganda.
REFNo: HS3717ES

Aim:
To test the efficiency and comparison of the malaria BIOPIX-T molecular testing in malaria-endemic areas in Uganda.
Objectives:
1. To compare the BIOPIX-T MALARIA PLASMODIUM PAN-SPECIES KIT with Microscopy and RDTs.
2. To detect the malaria species circulating within the country.
3. To determine the most appropriate duration of testing clinical specimens in remote areas.



Uganda 2024-02-29 17:21:23 2027-03-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Maiya Block Ngaybe Grace
ID: UNCST-2023-R007114
 A discrete choice experiment to assess preferences for a future preventative HIV vaccine among at-risk populations in Uganda
REFNo: HS3769ES

General objective This study aims to answer the question of which factors are most preferable among at-risk populations and therefore affect their decisions to take up a preventative HIV vaccine in comparison to other preventative methods through the implementation of a discrete choice experiment (DCE) in Uganda. Specific objectives The objectives of this study will be to conduct key informant interviews which will ultimately inform a DCE which will conducted to determine factors influencing the prospective uptake of a preventative HIV vaccine among People at Substantial Risk for HIV Infection (PSRHI) in Uganda. Objective 1: Identify characteristics of preventative HIV medications which are most preferred regarding the decision to take these medications in Kampala, Uganda by conducting 15-20 key informant interviews. In other words, the purpose of this objective is to identify the characteristics and levels of these characteristics that should be included in the DCE in objective 2. Objective 2: Determine the attributes of a preventative HIV medication that are most valued by PSRHI in Uganda through the implementation of a discrete choice experiment (DCE).
 USA 2024-02-29 17:20:29 2027-03-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Murongo Esau
ID:
Community Participation and Sustainability of Rural Water Supply in Uganda. A Case of Kasese District
REFNo: SS2339ES

To evaluate the mediating effect of community project financing on the relationship between community participation and sustainability of rural water supply in Kasese District,To analyze the contribution of project monitoring and evaluation towards sustainability of rural water supply in Kasese District,To examine the relationship between community project implementation and sustainability of rural water supply in Kasese District,To assess the relationship between community planning and sustainability of rural water supply in Kasese District,To examine the relationship between community participation and sustainability of rural water supply for developing a model to help in planning for the management of rural water sources in Uganda,
 Uganda 2024-02-29 17:16:21 2027-03-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Vivian Akello Valin
ID: UNCST-2023-R007620
 THE EFFECT OF SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS ON THE OUTCOME OF GASTROINTESTINAL ONCOLOGICAL SURGERIES AND THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THESE SURGERIES ON PATIENTS AT MULAGO NATIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL.MHREC-2023-102
REFNo: HS3775ES

3. To explore the economic impact of gastrointestinal oncological surgeries on patients at MNRH, including direct medical costs (e.g., surgery, hospitalization, medication) and indirect costs (e.g., lost wages, transportation, caregiving).,2. To investigate the impact of SES on the clinical outcomes of gastrointestinal oncological surgeries at MNRH, such as surgical complications, length of hospital stay, and mortality rate., 1. To identify the socioeconomic status (SES) of patients undergoing gastrointestinal oncological surgeries at MNRH.,1. To measure the effect of the socioeconomic status of patients undergoing gastrointestinal oncological surgeries on the outcome of surgery and the economic impact of these surgeries on the patients at MNRH. ,
 Uganda 2024-02-29 17:14:47 2027-03-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Yotam Gidron
ID: UNCST-2023-R006383
 Redistribution, subjectivity, and the virtual: A view from the south
REFNo: SS2172ES

Evaluate the role of mobile technologies in practices of sharing and redistribution,Map and historicize practices of sharing and redistribution,Explore how new mobile technologies are transforming, or are being incorporated into, indigenous mechanisms and ideologies of sharing and redistribution among Nuer refugees in Uganda. ,
 Romania 2024-02-29 17:10:18 2027-03-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Josephine Namubiru
ID:
The Contribution of Training and Staff Development Policy to Employee Productivity among Middle Level Administrative Staff in Public Universities in Uganda
REFNo: SS2345ES

1. To examine the contribution of training and development policy decisions taken by key players on the productivity of middle-level administrative staff at Makerere University.
2. To establish the relationship between training and human resource development and productivity amongst middle-level administrative staff in Makerere University.
3. To assess the perceptions of middle-level administrative staff on the effectiveness of training and staff development on their productivity.

Uganda 2024-02-29 17:09:23 2027-03-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Elisa Ndyamuhakyi
ID:
FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH THE AVAILABILITY OF HUMAN CADAVERS FOR ANATOMICAL STUDIES IN UGANDAN UNIVERSITIES
REFNo: HS3533ES

To determine factors associated with willingness to donate body cadaver among academic staffs in Uganda medical universities.,To assess the willingness to donate body cadavers among academic staffs in medical universities in Uganda.,To ascertain factors associated with availability of cadavers in Ugandan medical schools.,To determine extent of availability of cadavers in Ugandan medical universities.,To determine the profiles cadavers in Ugandan medical universities. ,To ascertain the cadaveric profiles and factors associated with the availability of body cadavers, and willingness to donate body cadavers for anatomical dissection among biomedical science staffs in various Ugandan Universities,
 Uganda 2024-02-29 17:06:57 2027-03-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Melissa Hawkins TR
ID: UNCST-2023-R006088
 A survey of the mammals of the Ajai Wildlife Reserve before, during and after large mammal reintroductions.
REFNo: NS710ES

The small mammals of Uganda have been fairly well studied in some regions of the country, but northern regions lack modern survey data documenting species occurrences. The Ajai Wildlife Reserve is located close to a very important historical ‘type’ location, Rhino Camp, where many original species descriptions were made. Most of these specimens, however, are very old, lack associated molecular tissues, and confound taxonomic advancements in many groups (particularly rodents and shrews). Additionally, per conversations with collaborators and rangers, we have come to learn that large mammal reintroductions are planned for Ajai. Conducting surveys before and after any reintroductions will allow us to evaluate changes through time associated with reintroducing extirpated species to this reserve.
 USA 2024-02-29 17:04:45 2027-03-01 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Martin Origa Jobson Ariel
ID: UNCST-2022-R010809
 Views on cervical cancer and cervical cancer screening among female attendants at the Uganda Cancer Institute.
REFNo: SS2307ES

To explore views of female attendants on cervical cancer and cervical cancer screening.,
 Uganda 2024-02-29 17:03:34 2027-03-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
John Gad Akankwasa Tibesigwa
ID: UNCST-2023-R005985
 A CHRISTIAN APOLOGETIC RESPONSE TO RELIGION REVISIONISM IN UGANDA: A CASE OF THE FAITH OF UNITY RELIGION IN BUNYORO SUB-REGION
REFNo: SS2210ES

3. To examine how Christian apologetics could be used to address the effects religious revisionism by the Faith of Unity religion in Bunyoro sub-region,2. To explore how religion revisionism by Faith of Unity religion is affecting Church ministry in Bunyoro sub-region,1. To Analyse the current predicament of religion revisionism in Uganda,The major objective of this thesis shall be to assess how Christian apologetic could be used as an effective response to the religion revisionism in Uganda using a case of the Faith of Unity religion.,
 Uganda 2024-02-29 17:00:28 2027-03-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Maria Ndibalekera
ID: UNCST-2022-R008972
 PERCEPTION OF RISK AND PROTECTIVE FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH CHILD NEGLECT AMONG FATHERS IN WAKISO DISTRICT, UGANDA
REFNo: SS2447ES

To explore the perceptions of fathers about their role in child care in Wakiso District, Uganda.
To investigate the perceptions of fathers about the forms of child neglect perpetrated by fathers in Wakiso District, Uganda
To examine fathers’ perceptions of risk factors for child neglect among fathers in Wakiso District, Uganda.
To examine the perceptions of fathers about the protective factors for child neglect among fathers in Wakiso District, Uganda.

 Uganda 2024-02-29 16:58:18 2027-03-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Ronald Olum
ID: UNCST-2021-R013821
 Stigma among pregnant adolescents living with HIV/AIDS: Exploring the feasibility of group therapy for its prevention and management in Northern Uganda.
REFNo: HS3089ES

To assess the feasibility of group therapy for the prevention and management of stigma among pregnant adolescents living with HIV/AIDS in Gulu district, Northern Uganda.,To explore the drivers of stigma among pregnant adolescents living with HIV/AIDS in Gulu District, Northern Uganda.,To assess the burden of stigma among pregnant adolescents living with HIV/AIDS in Gulu District, Northern Uganda.,The study aims to assess the burden of stigma, explore the drivers of stigma, and assess the feasibility of group therapy for the prevention and management of stigma among pregnant adolescents living with HIV/AIDS in Gulu District, Northern Uganda.,
 Uganda 2024-02-29 16:48:54 2027-03-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
DICKSON NDOBOLI
ID:
Transmission routes and transmission mechanisms of antimicrobial resistant Salmonella enterica, Escherichia coli, Enterococcus faecium and Enterococcus faecalis in the broiler poultry production chain in Uganda
REFNo: A261ES

Main objective

To quantify the occurrence of AMR and elucidate the AMR transmission dynamics along the
poultry value chain in Wakiso and Soroti districts of Uganda

Specific objectives

1. Quantification of E. coli phenotypic resistance using Tetracycline, colistin and
Cefotaxime antibiotics
2. Quantification of antimicrobial resistance profiles of Salmonella and E. coli in Wakiso
and Soroti
3. Determination of factors for persistence of resistant colonies on farms overtime
4. Genetic investigation of mobile genetic elements associated with transfer of AMR
 Uganda 2024-02-29 16:46:42 2027-03-01 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
JAMES  SSENFUUMA THOMAS
ID: UNCST-2023-R005484
 RESILIENCE OF REFUGEES EXPERIENCING WFP FOOD AID CUTS IN KYAKA II SETTLEMENT, KYEGEGWA DISTRICT, UGANDA
REFNo: SS2412ES

1. To assess the effects of food reductions by WFP on the social-economic wellbeing of refugees in Kyaka II Settlement, Kyegegwa district


2. To explore the effects of food aid cuts by WFP on social cohesion of refugees in Kyaka II Settlement, Kyegegwa district

3. To explore the survival strategies (protective factors) employed by refugees affected by WFP food aid cuts in Kyaka II settlement, Kyegegwa district, Uganda
 Uganda 2024-02-29 16:43:51 2027-03-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Nobert Bongo
ID: UNCST-2023-R008651
 TeamUp Uganda project Research Protocol
REFNo: SS1940ES

3. To assess the role and contribution of public-private partnerships (PPPs) model in improving the quality of life for the youth in Uganda,2. To assess and analyse the extent to which across-sector collaboration efforts by TeamUp Project implementing partner have contributed to improved quality of life for the youth ,1. To establish the impact of three TeamUp interventions; (water, agriculture and Sexual reproductive health) on the youth quality of life,
 Uganda 2024-02-29 16:40:45 2027-03-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Hellen Opolot
ID: UNCST-2019-R001724
 The Effect of Public Health Emergencies on the Research Regulatory Systems: A Qualitative Study of COVID-19 In Uganda.
REFNo: SS2192ES

1. To explore the effects of COVID-19 pandemic on NRAs/RECs/researchers’ operations in Uganda.
2. To examine the effectiveness of national policies and guidelines on the conduct of research regulation in Uganda.
3. To describe the coping strategies of researchers, NRAs and RECs amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

 Uganda 2024-02-28 17:57:26 2027-02-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Martin Origa Jobson Ariel
ID: UNCST-2022-R010809
 The Every Woman Study in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Identifying challenges and opportunities to improve survival and quality of life for women with ovarian cancer.
REFNo: HS3730ES

To obtain country level reports from the lead clinicians (CL) summarising the environment in which they work to diagnose and treat women, and to interview at least one woman per participating country who might be considered to have a common experience, and who would be willing to be involved in developing advocacy efforts.,To explore the variations in experience of women in their particular country versus the group of respondents as a whole, with a view at looking for opportunities for progress.,To gather sufficient survey responses at a country level to make robust statements about the experiences of ovarian cancer at a national, and larger regional level, and for women in lower- and middle-income countries as a whole.,
 Uganda 2024-02-26 14:03:58 2027-02-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Immaculate  Mbwali
ID: UNCST-2023-R008116
 Care and support after a miscarriage in Eastern Uganda: a grounded theory exploration
REFNo: HS3543ES

To develop a theory grounded in the data, of care and support for women after experiencing a miscarriage in Uganda. ,To explore the healthcare providers’ and other potential groups’ perceptions and practices of offering care and support to women after a miscarriage in Eastern Uganda.,To explore the experiences of women and their male partners after a miscarriage in Eastern Uganda.,To conduct a metasynthesis to critically reinterpret the existing qualitative literature surrounding experiences of women after a miscarriage.,To understand the social processes surrounding care and support after a miscarriage in Eastern Uganda from the perspectives of women, partners/families, and health workers and to develop a theory of care and support that could inform future research and practice of the care and support for women after experiencing a miscarriage. ,
 Uganda 2024-02-26 13:56:17 2027-02-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Agnes TURYAMUBONA
ID:
Prevalence of protective levels of Anti-Hepatitis B Surface Antigen Antibody titers among Ugandan adolescents living with HIV
REFNo: HS3679ES

To determine the prevalence of acute, chronic and resolved hepatitis B infections from archived Plasma samples of adolescent PLWH at CPHL between January-to- September, 2023. , To determine the prevalence of protective antibody titers against HBV from Plasma samples at CPHL, Uganda obtained from adolescents living with HIV.,To determine the prevalence of Anti-HBs, acute, chronic and resolved HBV infections among adolescents living with HIV at CPHL between Jan to Sept 2023,
 Uganda 2024-02-26 13:53:35 2027-02-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Rhoda Wanyenze
ID: UNCST-2021-R013352
 Evaluation of interventions to mitigate effects of adolescent pregnancy and promote maternal and child health in selected districts of Uganda: Uptake, implementation processes, experiences and immediate outcomes
REFNo: HS3874ES

Primary objectives 1. To identify coverage of the interventions to mitigate effects of adolescent pregnancy and promote maternal and child health in the adolescentCOP21 PEPFAR funded districts of Uganda. 2. To determine uptake of interventions by adolescent girls who received pregnancy and motherhood support to mitigate effects of pregnancy and promote maternal and child health adolescentin the COP21 PEPFAR funded districts of Uganda. To measure immediate outcomes within one year of the interventions to mitigate effects of adolescent pregnancy and promote maternal and child healthadolescent in the COP21 PEPFAR funded districts of Uganda. 3. adolescentTo assess implementation processes and dynamics of the interventions to mitigate effects of adolescent pregnancy and promote maternal and child health adolescentin the COP21 PEPFAR funded districts of Uganda . To explore experiences and perceptions of adolescent girls who received pregnancy and motherhood support and implementers towards interventions to mitigate effects of adolescent pregnancy and promote maternal and child health in the COP21 PEPFAR funded districts of Uganda. Secondary objective 1. To identify other existing interventions in place to prevent and respond to adolescent pregnancies adolescent in the COP21 ARPA funded districts. 2. To compare immediate outcomes and effects of adolescent pregnancy between DREAMS and non-DREAMS COP21 ARPA funded districts.
Uganda 2024-02-26 13:52:20 2027-02-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
View Sort By:

"A prosperous Science and Technology Led Ugandan Society."

NRIMS