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Swal Olega Musa Amin
ID:
ASSESSING THE IMPLEMENTATION AND INFLUENCE OF GENDER-RESPONSIVE PEDAGOGY BY SCIENCE TEACHERS: A CASE OF TWO PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN YUMBE DISTRICT-UGANDA
REFNo: SS2020ES

i. To assess how science teachers in primary schools in Yumbe District, Uganda implement gender-responsive pedagogy in their classrooms
ii. To identify challenges science teachers face in implementing gender-responsive pedagogy in primary schools in Yumbe District, Uganda
iii. To establish the influence of gender-responsive pedagogy implemented by science teachers on learners' educational achievement in primary schools in Yumbe District, Uganda

Uganda 2023-12-01 16:41:27 2026-12-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Justine  Komunyena Tumusiime
ID: UNCST-2023-R008465
Behavioral assessment to understand vaccine hesitancy and acceptance in Uganda
REFNo: HS3220ES

1. Provide a synthesized body of global research, inclusive of global and DRIVE Demand country-specific findings, to understand COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and acceptance. 2. Design flexible guidelines and recommendations to assist local health authorities to: a. Identify context-specific cognitive barriers and levers to vaccination and,The insights from the study are expected to inform the development of tailored SBC communication for the uptake of COVID-19 vaccination among target populations in Uganda. ,
Uganda 2023-12-01 16:37:49 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Geofrey Musinguzi
ID:
The Crane Survey -bio-behavioral HIV - related surveillance for key and priority populations in Uganda
REFNo: HS736ES

Primary
1 To estimate HIV prevalence and VL suppression among those living with HIV
Secondary
1. To inform population level prevention and treatment cascades
2. To estimate the prevalence of select STI
3. To estimate HIV incidence for certain target populations
4. To estimate population sizes of certain key populations
5. To collect mapping information related to key populations
6. To build local capacity to conduct quality HIV surveys and surveillance among KP and other populations at risk for HIV

Uganda 2023-12-01 16:23:34 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-degree Award
Rose Baryamutuma
ID:
Uganda No Means No Program Outcome Evaluation Protocol
REFNo: SS776ES

1. To assess whether the NMN program influences adolescent girls’ knowledge, attitudes and self- efficacy to prevent and respond to SGBV through a comparison of intervention and non- intervention districts.
2. To establish how the NMN program referral system affected uptake of support services for survivors of SGBV by comparing intervention and non-intervention districts during the implementation period
3. To explore the effect of SIRA meetings on the psychosocial well-being of SGBV survivors

Uganda 2023-12-01 16:22:33 2026-12-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
Dulu Aliego Emmanuel
ID:
Patients Satisfaction with the quality of Healthcare in the Outpatient department of Adjumani General Hospital, Adjumani District
REFNo: HS3520ES

i. To identify the demographic characteristics of patient’s associated with satisfaction of quality of Outpatient care in the Adjumani General Hospital.ii. To established health care factors that affects patient’s satisfaction with quality of Outpatients care in the Adjumani General Hospital.
Uganda 2023-12-01 16:20:49 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Mary Awino
ID: UNCST-2023-R008344
LEXICAL ERRORS IN THE WRITTEN ENGLISH COMPOSITIONS OF FIRST YEAR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN KABALE UNIVERSITY, UGANDA
REFNo: SS1794ES

To explain the causes of these lexical errors.,To analyse the frequency of each category of lexical errors in the students’ written compositions.,To categorise the lexical errors that have been identified in the students’ written compositions according to the form versus content-oriented criterion.,To identify the lexical errors first year undergraduate student make in their written compositions.,
Uganda 2023-12-01 16:18:34 2026-12-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Sylivia Tushabe Byarugaba
ID:
Skills Development and Graduate Employability in the Hospitality sector of South Western Uganda: case study of kabale district
REFNo: SS2048ES

Objective 2: To investigate how graduates in the hospitality business are affected by the development of socio-emotional skills, or \"soft skills.\" 1. Research Design o Mixed Methods: Combine quantitative and qualitative approaches. o Quantitative: Administer a survey questionnaire. o Qualitative: Conduct in-depth interviews or focus group discussions. o Sample: Randomly select a representative sample of hospitality graduates. o Data Analysis: Use statistical analysis for quantitative data and thematic analysis for qualitative data. 2. Rationale o The survey questionnaire provides quantitative data on graduates\' perceived development of socio-emotional skills and their employability outcomes. o In-depth interviews or focus group discussions allow for the gathering of rich qualitative data, exploring graduates\' experiences and the impact of soft skills on employability. o Combining quantitative and qualitative methods will provide a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between socio-emotional skills and employability.,Objective 1: To establish a link between the development of cognitive and hard skills and graduates\' employability in the hospitality sector. 1. Research Design o Quantitative: Conduct a survey questionnaire with hospitality graduates. o Method: Use a structured questionnaire to assess graduates\' perceived cognitive and hard skills development during their education and gather information on their employment outcomes. o Sample: Randomly select a representative sample of hospitality graduates. o Data Analysis: Perform statistical analysis to identify correlations between cognitive and hard skill development and employability. 2. Rationale: o The survey questionnaire will allow the collection of quantitative data from a large sample, enabling generalizations.,General Objective. The general objective of the study is to examine the relationship between skills development as an independent variable and graduate employability as a dependent variable among hospitality graduates in South-Western Uganda\'s Kabale District.Specific Objectives The study will be guided by the following objectives: 1. To establish a link between the development of cognitive and hard skills and graduates\' employability in the hospitality sector. 2. To investigate how graduates in the hospitality business are affected by the development of socio-emotional skills, or \"soft skills.\" 3. To examine the extent to which technical skill development contributes to graduates\' employability in the hospitality sector. 4. To assess the fundamental skills that hospitality recruiters believe are vital for the growth of the hospitality industry,
Uganda 2023-12-01 16:13:19 2026-12-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Victoria KAKOOZA
ID:
USING STATISTICAL MODEL TO ADDRESS THE DYNAMICS OF STARVATION IN KARAMOJA REGION.
REFNo: NS593ES

(i) To establish conditions for the existence and persistence of starvation in Karamoja sub region.
(ii) To formulate a statistical model for the dynamics of starvation.
(iii) To perform the sensitivity analysis with respect to the identified parameters and variables that lead to the onset of the starvation.
(iv) To find out the impact of education in solving the starvation problem in Karamoja sub-region.

Uganda 2023-12-01 16:11:10 2026-12-01 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Richard Duuki
ID:
Social Support systems and Socio-economic rights of refugees in imvepi and Rhinocamp refugee settlements
REFNo: SS2122ES

3. To assess the mediating effect of refugee policy framework on the relationship between the social support system and socio-economic rights for refugees in Rhinocamp and Imvepi refugee settlements. ,2. To examine the relationship between informal social support systems and socio-economic rights of refugees in Rhinocamp and Imvepi refugee settlements.,1. To examine the relationship between formal social support systems and socio-economic rights of refugees in Rhinocamp and Imvepi refugee settlements.,The purpose of this study is to explore influence of social support systems on access to socio-economic rights of refugees with the aim of coming up with a model for refugee programming that is based on local capacity enhancement. ,
Uganda 2023-12-01 15:54:29 2026-12-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Patrick Kagurusi Tumusiime
ID: UNCST-2021-R012687
Mid-Term Review of the ‘Integrated Sexual and Reproductive Health &Rights Programme in High Burden Districts of Uganda’ (ISPHD)/HEROES programme
REFNo: SS2072ES

The specific objectives of the MTR are:
1. To assess relevance, that is, the extent to which the programme objectives are relevant in the current context and whether the strategies and design are suitable to the current context.
2. To assess the coherence of the programme implementation modalities and technical approaches with focus on partnerships; coordination as well as integration, linkages and synergies between the different programme components and other interventions beyond HEROES.
3. To evaluate the extent to which the programme is achieving the outputs and desired change/outcomes within the targeted 9 districts. The consultant should further identify the unintended achievements that have been attained as a result of the programme.
4. To assess the extent to which the programme interventions are likely to be sustained.
5. To assess the level of learning in the programme and how it can be encouraged among and beyond the partners and programme
6. To make recommendations for the remaining period of programme implementation

Uganda 2023-12-01 15:51:58 2026-12-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Victoria Nankabirwa
ID: UNCST-2021-R011871
PRIMES Breast Milk Analysis
REFNo: HS3406ES

To explore the extent to which the relationship between maternal milk components and infant growth is mediated by the infant microbiome.,To identify metabolomic and nutritional components of maternal milk that are associated with infant growth.,To describe the relationship of maternal dietary intake to the milk metabolomic profile and nutritional components.,
Uganda 2023-12-01 15:49:43 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joseph Kirabira
ID: UNCST-2019-R001427
MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES AND HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE ASSOCIATED WITH HIV STATUS DISCLOSURE AMONG YOUNG ADOLESCENTS IN EASTERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS3211ES

2. To determine the association between mental health challenges and health related quality of life after HIV disclosure among young adolescents,1. To determine the prevalence of mental health challenges (stigma, emotional and substance use disorders) associated with HIV status disclosure among young adolescents in Mbale, Eastern Uganda,To explore mental health challenges following HIV status disclosure and their association with health related quality of life among young adolescents aged 10-16 years.,
Uganda 2023-12-01 15:46:03 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
John Munezero Tamu Bosco
ID:
IMPROVING CARDIO-PULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) SKILLS OF THE POLICE IN PREHOPSITAL TRAUMA AND EMERGENCY CARE IN SOUTHWESTERN UGANDA; AN INTERVENTION STUDY.
REFNo: HS3113ES

3. To determine the effect of training on cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills of the police in prehospital trauma and emergency Southwestern Uganda,2. To improve the cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills of the police in prehospital trauma and emergency care by training.,1. To establish the level of cardiopulmonary resuscitation knowledge and skills of the police in Southwestern Uganda,To determine the effect of training on cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills of the police in prehospital trauma and emergency Southwestern Uganda,
Uganda 2023-12-01 15:44:34 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Grace Ndeezi
ID: UNCST-2019-R001802
Pre-intervention survey of infant feeding practices at Iganga-Mayuge Demographic and Health Surveillance Site, Eastern Uganda- BRANCH Study sites
REFNo: HS3337ES

• To establish rates of use of formula milk at Iganga-Mayuge Demographic and Health Surveillance Site, Eastern Uganda,• To establish rates of early initiation of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding and early introduction of complementary foods at Iganga-Mayuge Demographic and Health Surveillance Site, Eastern Uganda,
Uganda 2023-12-01 15:43:51 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Nicolette Nabukeera Barungi
ID: UNCST-2022-R008960
RUTF packaging for play and stimulation in the management of acute malnutrition: Project Play
REFNo: HS3507ES

5. To determine whether the implementation of RUTF-box-based play materials for play stimulation improves nutrition program outcomes of children with SAM in Uganda. ,4. To determine the level of structured play integration into nutritional rehabilitation programs for children with acute malnutrition 6 months post-Project Play implementation in 3 health facilities in Uganda.,3. To determine playability, appropriateness of the delivery platform and acceptability of structured play using RUTF-box-based play materials by children with acute malnutrition, their caregivers and health workers in 3 selected health facilities in Uganda.,2. To identify the barriers and facilitators of implementation of structured play and stimulation into routine nutrition service delivery.,1. To assess the current structured-play practices and activities by health workers and caregivers of children under 5 years with acute malnutrition in selected health facilities in Uganda.,The general objective of this study is to determine the effectiveness of structured play using RUTF-based play materials in strengthening integration of structured play into the management of acute malnutrition in Uganda.,
Uganda 2023-12-01 14:46:35 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Charles Batte
ID: UNCST-2021-R013587
AMBULATORY BLOOD PRESSURE PATTERNS AMONG PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV IN RAKAI, UGANDA.
REFNo: HS3209ES

Overall objective
The overall aim of this research project is to characterize ambulatory blood pressure, understand risks for non-dipping patterns, for early detection to improve cardiovascular outcomes among people living with HIV.

Specific Objectives
• To characterize ambulatory blood pressure patterns of participants 35+ years enrolled in the RCCS.
• To determine the prevalence of CVD risk factors by blood pressure dipping patterns among participants 35+ years enrolled in this cohort?
• To determine factors associated with non-dipping patterns among people living with HIV.
• To assess if participants with non-dipping blood pressure patterns exhibit greater burden of arterial stiffness.
• To evaluate the association between non-dipping blood pressure patterns and biomarkers of vascular endothelial cell activation.

Uganda 2023-12-01 14:44:57 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
David Guwatudde
ID: UNCST-2021-R008522
Nutrition-related Non-communicable Diseases in Adolescence and Youth: Interventions and Policies to Boost Nutrition Fluency and Diet Quality in Africa (ARISE-NUTRINT)
REFNo: HS3481ES

iii) implement the AFNI in four countries and evaluate its associated impact, performance and cost-effectiveness,ii) co-design and paper prototype a context-appropriate adolescent nutrition fluency intervention (ANFI) for four countries in SSA,i) improve adolescent health surveillance by better understanding diets, nutrition and physical activity-related risks of non-communicable diseases, as well as other important aspects of health and health behaviors among adolescents in seven countries in SSA,This project aims to deliver a better understanding of diets and nutrition and physical activity-related risks of NCDs among adolescents in seven countries in SSA, how to optimize implementation of evidence-based interventions that promote healthy behaviors among adolescents and youth, long-term costs-and effects and impact of these interventions, and the factors that lead to the adoption, scale up, sustainment, and knowledge translation of these interventions.,
Uganda 2023-12-01 14:43:40 2026-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Peter Kisaakye
ID:
Addressing Unintended Pregnancy in Refugee Settings in Uganda
REFNo: SS2085ES

1) To determine the prevalence of unintended pregnancy in refugee settings in Uganda; and
2) To identify strategies for expanding access to SRH services that can mitigate unintended pregnancy using existing low-cost approaches; and
3) To assess the feasibility and effectiveness of the strategies identified in refugee settings.

Uganda 2023-11-30 17:07:57 2026-11-30 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Godfrey Sseremba
ID: UNCST-2023-R008267
Breeding for coffee and cocoa root resilience in low input farming systems based on improved rootstocks (BOLERO)
REFNo: A343ES

Decode the root microbiome taxonomic and functional composition of coffee and cocoa
genotypes grown at different geographic locations and under different cultivation
conditions.
Ascertain whether anthropization of farming systems reduce the diversity of root
microbiomes.
Examine the extent is recruitment of a specific microbiome dependent on the plant
genotype.
Identify beneficial interactions existing between soil biota and coffee genotype.
Uganda 2023-11-29 13:41:47 2026-11-29 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Laura MacLatchy
ID:
The Ngogo chimpanzees: skeletal correlates of behaviour and life history across the life course
REFNo: NS677ES

To characterize the skeletal structures of chimpanzee bones as they relate to development, locomotion, and aging, in order to understand the evolution, development and health of human and primate skeletons.
Canada 2023-11-29 11:19:46 2026-11-29 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
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