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Lydia Radoli Ouma
ID:
“If it Bleeds it Leads” The Visual Witnessing Trauma Phenomenon Among Journalists in East Africa
REFNo: SS1914ES

1.To explore the relationship between visual witnessing and trauma phenomenon among Journalists in East Africa.
2.To establish the prevalence of the trauma phenomenon from violent stories journalist cover from East African.
3.To propose support mechanisms for East African Journalists covering trauma events.
4.To determine if exposure to visuals or the experience of journalists lead to trauma.

Kenya 2023-10-02 15:54:07 2026-10-02 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Jonathan Kayondo
ID: UNCST-2021-R008325
Building local capacity in the use of MMS tools to evaluate the efficacy of current insecticide-based and future gene drive-based approaches to vector control
REFNo: HS3016ES

1. To develop a robust dual purpose SNP amplicon panel for monitoring both insecticide resistance and standing mutations/variations within the conserved fertility double sex gene (hereafter referred as Agdsx) that is likely to be the target for future gene-drive based interventions in malaria vector control

2. To develop local human and computational capacity to design and implement tools for monitoring resistance against contemporary and future malaria vector approaches in Uganda.

Uganda 2023-10-02 15:52:19 2026-10-02 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Emmanuel  Arinaitwe
ID: UNCST-2021-R011754
Advancing Spatial Repellents for Vector-borne Disease Control: Effectiveness of a SR under operational use in Northern Uganda
REFNo: HS3029ES

The primary objective of the study is to demonstrate and quantify the effectiveness of a single SR product, in reducing malaria infection in human cohorts under operational programme conditions. The study design will be a prospective, cluster randomized control trial
Uganda 2023-10-02 15:51:05 2026-10-02 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Ulrike Lühe
ID:
The politics of documentation and archiving: conflict and transitional justice archives in Uganda
REFNo: SS1924ES

Understand the impact of international TJ interventions in how the LRA conflict has been documented,Understand the interaction between international and local actors in conflict documentation,Understand documentation and archival practices at different levels if TJ governance,
Germany 2023-10-02 15:46:58 2026-10-02 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Andrew Odur
ID: UNCST-2022-R009128
A RANDOMIZED CONTROL TRIAL TO DETERMINE THE EFFICACY OF MACHINE LEARNING MODELS TO PREDICT POSTPARTUM HEMORRHAGE
REFNo: HS3132ES

Determine whether earlier knowledge of the high-risk patient likelihood of morbidity can change clinical management to better outcomes,Demonstrate the efficacy of a mobile app prediction-based platform in informing clinical judgment,Determine the suitability of mobile app-based platform integration into the clinical workflow of African obstetricians,Determine the efficacy of ML models to predict the likelihood of pregnancy complications among African mothers,We aim to conduct a randomized control trial to determine the efficacy of machine learning models to predict postpartum hemorrhage to potentially establish a new gold standard way of screening patients in low-resource settings,
Uganda 2023-10-02 15:32:14 2026-10-02 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Florence Adong
ID: UNCST-2023-R007219
Increasing access to mental health services among children and young people using the stepped care model in Agago District.
REFNo: SS1981ES

To assess the efficacy of stigma reduction in increasing access to mental health services among children and young people in schools.,To assess the level of psychological distress (depression and anxiety) among children and young people in schools. ,To assess the effectiveness of stepped care model in managing symptoms of depression and anxiety among young people in schools. ,To assess the effectiveness of stepped care model in increasing access to mental health services among children and young people in schools.,
Uganda 2023-10-02 15:29:34 2026-10-02 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Juliet Kyayesimira
ID:
STATUS OF RESEARCH MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS1868ES

1. To describe the level of the awareness among research actors of national, regional and global standards in research and research management.
2. To examine the factors shaping research funds acquisition, management and administration.
3. To assess the ability of the researchers to manage engagement, research uptake and impact of research products and innovations.

Uganda 2023-09-29 18:06:00 2026-09-29 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
David Kyaddondo
ID: UNCST-2020-R014906
IDENTIFYING ROOT CAUSES BEHIND THE VULNERABILITY OF WATER AND HYGIENE SERVICES MAINTENANCE IN RURAL HEALTHCARE FACILITIES IN KABAROLE DISTRICT IN SOUTH WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS1834ES

To identify the underlying factors hindering the sustainability of water and hygiene services in rural health facilities in Kabarole district, Uganda.,To identify actionable insights that allow for the design of more effective and sustainable water supply and hand hygiene maintenance strategies for rural health centers.,To probe observed challenges using the resources-information-accountability conceptual framework presented above so as to identify their underlying drivers, and,To understand the current status of water and hygiene service provision in selected Health Centers III within Kabarole District,,
Uganda 2023-09-29 18:05:03 2026-09-29 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Shelley Jones
ID:
A Pandemic Recovery Response: Expanding Opportunities for Young Ugandan Mothers
REFNo: SS1667ES

The purpose of this interdisciplinary research is to co-create, co-implement, and co-evaluate the impacts and perceived outcomes of a holistic intervention for young Ugandan mothers and their children.
Canada 2023-09-27 9:55:35 2026-09-27 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Nimanya Stella Alice
ID: UNCST-2022-R009589
ASSESSMENT OF THE STATUS OF NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNITS IN UGANDA
REFNo: HS2835ES

To assess the functional status of NICUs in Uganda,Perform a quantitative assessment of NICU infrastructure, qualified medical personnel capacity, neonatal surgical mortality, and neonatal surgical referral patterns for all NICUs in Uganda,Conduct qualitative interviews and time and motion studies at each NICU to assess creative resource utilization, staff workflow, care improvisation and suggestions for improvement.,
Uganda 2023-09-27 17:54:57 2026-09-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Julius Opolot Samuel
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Organisational culture, organizational commitment, self-efficacy and turnover intentions among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda
REFNo: SS1898ES

To analyse the moderating effect of self-efficacy on the indirect relationship between organisational culture and turnover intentions through organisational commitment among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,To examine the moderating effect of self-efficacy on the relationship between organisational commitment and turnover intentions among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,To determine the moderating effect of self-efficacy on the organisational culture and turnover intentions among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,To examine the moderating effect of self-efficacy on the relationship between organisational culture and organisational commitment among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,To examine the mediating effect of organisational commitment on the relationship between organisational culture and turnover intentions among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,To assess the effect of organisational culture on organisational commitment among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,To establish the effect of self-efficacy on turnover intentions among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,To examine the effect of organisational commitment on turnover intentions among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,To determine the effect of organisational culture on turnover intentions among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,The general objective of the study is to examine the interaction effect of organisational culture, organisational commitment, and self-efficacy on turnover intent among academic staff in selected universities in Uganda.,
Uganda 2023-09-27 17:53:12 2026-09-27 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ELIZABETH AMUGE
ID: UNCST-2023-R008633
FACTORS AFFECTING QUALITY OF LIFE AND BARRIERS TO UPTAKE OF LOW VISION SERVICES AND UNIVERSITY SUPPORT AMONGST UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN UGANDA
REFNo: HS2834ES

To determine the factors affecting quality of life and barriers to uptake of low vision services and university support by students with low vision and blindnes,To determine the barriers to utilization of university support by students with low vision and blindness,To determine the barriers to uptake of low vision services among the students with low vision and blindness.
Uganda 2023-09-27 17:50:51 2026-09-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Courtney Blair
ID:
Understanding Ugandan Smallholder Farmers’ Perspectives on Risk in the Context of Input Adoption
REFNo: SS1724ES

To understand how agribusiness interact with smallholder farmers and the types of information they provide,To understand how idiosyncratic shocks impact rural households' ability to purchase agricultural inputs,
USA 2023-09-27 17:47:11 2026-09-27 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Conrad Muzoora Kihembe
ID: UNCST-2019-R001432
REDUCING MORTALITY IN ADULTS WITH ADVANCED HIV DISEASE (REVIVE)
REFNo: HS2892ES

To determine whether azithromycin is effective in reducing the incidence of new infection compared to placebo in adults with advanced HIV (CD4 ≤ 100 cells/mm3).,To determine whether azithromycin is effective in reducing mortality and hospitalisation at early and late timepoints (4weeks and 24weeks) compared to placebo in adults with advanced HIV (CD4 ≤ 100 cells/mm3).,To determine whether azithromycin is an effective and safe intervention to reduce excess mortality in adults with advanced HIV (CD4 ≤ 100 cells/mm3). ,
Uganda 2023-09-27 17:43:49 2026-09-27 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Mwavu Rogers
ID: UNCST-2022-R009536
A digital Pathology Platform for Automated Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetic Retinopathy from digital fundus Images
REFNo: SIR235ES

To test and validate the developed algorithms that enhance ophthalmic imaging, diagnosis and classification of diabetic retinopathy from fundus images. ,To develop algorithms that enhance ophthalmic imaging, diagnosis and classification of diabetic retinopathy from fundus images.,To explore image analysis and artificial intelligence techniques that have been used in diagnosing and classifying diabetic retinopathy from fundus images,To enhance ophthalmic imaging, diagnosis and classification of diabetic retinopathy from fundus images.,
Uganda 2023-09-27 17:41:53 2026-09-27 Engineering and Technology Degree Award
John  Dongo Paul
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Evaluation of Adherence, Completion, Events for Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment (ACE TPT) among PLHIV, including CLHIV, in Uganda.
REFNo: HS2165ES

1.Evaluating TB and TPT care cascades for PLHIV (including CLHIV), to identify gaps and drop-offs, and with a specific focus on initiation, adherence and completion of TPT regimens.
2.Evaluating the frequency and severity of adverse events associated with TPT
3.Identifying healthcare worker- and patient-level factors, including identification and management of AEs, associated with TPT initiation, adherence and completion.
Secondary objectives of this activity are to build capacity of healthcare workers on implementation of TPT and documentation of TPT-associated data, as well as to improve overall data quality and its local analysis and use for decision-making.

Uganda 2023-09-27 17:38:52 2026-09-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Moses Tuhame Kamondo
ID: UNCST-2023-R007632
A Career Selection Enhancement Model Based on Behavioural Data and Employability Demands for Secondary School Students
REFNo: SS1884ES

To validate the proposed model for enhancing students’ career selection based on the Social Cognitive Career theory.,To design a model for enhancing students’ career selection based on the Social Cognitive Career theory.,To determine requirements for a model to enhance students’ career selection based on the Social Cognitive Career theory.,To develop a model for enhancing students’ career selection based on the Social Cognitive Career theory.,
Uganda 2023-09-27 17:25:52 2026-09-27 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Elias Nuwagaba
ID:
URBAN FARMING FOR SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVELIHOODS IN MBARARA CITY, WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: NS641ES

To explore different mechanisms and opportunities of promoting urban farming by city authorities and planners to foster Sustainable urban livelihoods in Mbarara city.,To investigate current mechanisms in place supporting urban farming, analyze their strengths and weaknesses while promoting urban sustainable livelihoods in Mbarara city,To document the effect of Citification on urban farming and sustainable urban livelihoods in Mbarara City. ,The overall objective of the study is to examine the impact of Urban farming on Sustainable Urban livelihoods in Mbarara city.,
Uganda 2023-09-27 17:20:33 2026-09-27 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Josephine Ninsiima Connie
ID:
Understanding the performance of the Uganda cervical cancer program to inform planning and strengthen program outcomes for women living with HIV in Uganda
REFNo: HS2997ES

4. Determine areas of the VIA screening procedure that need additional training or similar support,3. Report number of women accessing treatment, describe type of treatment provided and assess treatment timeliness,2. Understand the performance of current cervical cancer screening services by assessing; Inter-rater reliability; Prevalence of HPV infection and Prevalence of VIA positivity.,1. Describe basic demographic and HIV care and treatment characteristics of WLHIV receiving cervical cancer screening and treatment services at selected sites,Understand the performance of current cervical cancer screening to inform program planning (e.g., COP23) and strengthen cervical cancer program outcomes among WLHIV.,
Uganda 2023-09-27 17:12:27 2026-09-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Francesco Vladimiro Segala
ID:
IMPACT OF ANTIMALARIAL RESISTANCE AND COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON MALARIA PREVENTION, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN OYAM AND KOLE DISTRICTS: A PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY
REFNo: HS2764ES

Assess the prevalence of asymptomatic P. falciparum infection in the study cohort in Oyam and Kole district for the period May 2022 to June 2024,Assess ideation and knowledge regarding SARS-CoV2 infection and malaria among preganant women in Oyam and Kole district for the period May 2022 to June 2024,Assess incidence of malaria-related adverse maternal and fetal outcomes (maternal anemia, maternal mortality, abortion, low birthweight, prematurity, perinatal mortality, placental malaria) in a cohort of pregnant women in Oyam and Kole district for the period May 2022 to June 2024.,Evaluate the determinants of malaria prevention and control compliance in a cohort of pregnant women in Oyam and Kole district for the period May 2022 to June 2024,Assess incidence of symptomatic and severe malaria in the cohort of pregnant women in Oyam and Kole district for the period May 2022 to June 2024,Assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on malaria prevention and control practices for pregnant women in terms of: i) access to antenatal care visits, ii) administration of IPTp, iii) healthcare seeking behavior in case of fever, iv) healthcare provider compliance with national and international guidelines, v) supply and use of insecticide-treated nets and indoor residual spraying in Oyam and Kole district for the period May 2022 to June 2024,Evaluate the emergence and local spread of artemisinin resistance by means of the analysis of polymorphisms in the P. falciparum kelch 13 gene in the study cohort and in a population of patients diagnosed with malaria in Oyam and Kole district for the period May 2022 to June 2024.,Evaluate the status of circulating dhfr and dhps haplotypes by describing polymorphisms in the P. falciparum dhfr and dhps genes and estimate the prevalence of dhfr?/?dhps combined mutant haplotypes associated with pyrimethamine and sulfadoxine resistance in the study cohort and in a population of patients diagnosed with malaria in Oyam and Kole district for the period May 2022 to June 2024,The general aim of the study is to assess the impact of Antimalarial Resistance and COVID-19 Pandemic on Malaria Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment among Pregnant Women in Northern Uganda,
Italy 2023-09-27 16:58:22 2026-09-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
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