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GEORGE MUGAVU
ID:
CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS (CSFs) FOR THE ADOPTION OF E-GOVERNMENT IN JINJA LOCAL GOVERNMENT, UGANDA.
REFNo: SS2039ES

To examine the Critical Success Factors for the Adoption of E-government in Jinja Local Government in Eastern Uganda.,
Uganda 2023-11-13 11:59:52 2026-11-13 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Naigwe Kalema Lee
ID:
Global Governance’s Influence on Public-sector Digital Transformation: A case study of the digital “Identity for Development” (ID4D) Initiatives and national digital identity ecosystems in Kenya & Uganda
REFNo: SS1963ES

More research investigating the global “digital transformation for development” (DX4D) policy in a contextual manner is needed. The research seeks an understanding of the progress, challenges, and opportunities surrounding public-sector digital transformation. Hence, in order to examine the evolution, this research attempts to explore and discuss the underlying global governance factors and dynamics that influence the policy formulation and implementation of public-sector digital transformations in the area of digital identity. The project seeks to gain insights and perspectives on the influential linkages between global governance, public administration, and public-sector digital transformation processes. Objectives The overall aim of the research is to understand how global governance and government actors can foster equitable and inclusive approaches to public sector digital transformation. The research objectives are detailed in the following: Draw insights through an analysis of the dynamics that structure such engagements and investigate how powerful countries and global governance actors influence PSDT. Understand how the PSDT and DPI linked to digital identity influence public administration reform processes, particularly the digital and dynamic capabilities of public organisations. Understand how the PSDT and DPI linked to digital identity influence public value and well-being.
USA 2023-11-13 11:56:15 2026-11-13 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Estellina Namutebi Viyaa
ID:
BUILDING COMMUNITY RESILIENCE USING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE IN EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES Case Study: The Albertine Graben in Uganda
REFNo: NS488ES

4. To evaluate the activism of stakeholders including the host communities in collaborative governance in the context of extractive industries in the Albertine Graben.,3. To establish the determinants of socio-cultural capital in building community resilience and the governance of ecological commons in the context of extractive industries in the Albertine Graben. ,2. To assess the policy dynamics in addressing the environmentally unjust impacts of extractive industries to rural communities and the ecosystem in the Albertine Graben.,1. To explore the historical accounts of mineral resource mining as determinants of environmental justice and the future of human beings and biodiversity in the Albertine graben.,To examine how rural communities build resilience to extractive industries using the perspective of environmental justice in the Albertine Graben selected districts of Uganda,
Uganda 2023-10-31 20:36:45 2026-10-31 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Prossy Namyalo Kiddu
ID:
The Path Towards Universal Health Coverage in Uganda: An Evaluation of the Free Healthcare Policy in Public Healthcare Facilities in Uganda
REFNo: HS3050ES

What are the main challenges and opportunities in implementing the free healthcare policy to achieve UHC goals in Uganda,How has the implementation of the free health policy supported the advancement of the right to health in Uganda,How do free healthcare policies advance the goal of financial risk protection in low-income countries,To examine the extent to which the Free Healthcare Policy is contributing to the progress toward UHC in Uganda,
Uganda 2023-10-31 20:33:22 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Jean Damascene Niyonsenga
ID:
Ugandan Transitional Care for Traumatic Brain Injury - Outpatient PT
REFNo: HS3079ES

To describe the patient experience of accessing and utilizing outpatient rehabilitation resources.,To describe the current situation of outpatient rehabilitation resource availability after a care transition.,What is the current state of outpatient rehabilitation service availability and utilization for patients who have been discharged from an acute hospitalization due to traumatic brain injury after a road traffic accident? ,
Rwanda 2023-10-31 20:15:30 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Brenda  Tusubira
ID:
Using music to raise awareness of sexual and gender based violence among adolescents at Stand Tall Training Centre RefNo: SPH-2022-327
REFNo: SS2025ES

3. To determine whether music and music videos can be used as a strategy to disseminate information on SGBV ,2. To assess knowledge about sexual and gender-based violence obtained from listening and viewing of professionally recorded music and music video with celebrity endorsed messages ,1. To inform adolescents at Stand Tall Training Centre about sexual and gender-based violence through the use of professionally recorded music and music videos with celebrity endorsed messages,• To raise awareness about sexual and gender-based violence among adolescents at Stand Tall Training Centre through professionally written and recorded music and music videos with celebrity endorsed messages. ,
Uganda 2023-10-31 20:12:05 2026-10-31 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Samalie Namukose
ID: UNCST-2022-R009222
Implementation of Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation for Pregnant Women in Uganda
REFNo: HS3070ES

3. To inform development of an implementation research study (e.g., define key research questions and inform implementation strategy development) that will inform effective introduction and scaling of MMS in Uganda,2. To assess the MMS demand drivers among pregnant women in Uganda,1. To map the context and extent of readiness for implementing an MMS intervention as part of antenatal care services in Uganda,
Uganda 2023-10-31 20:06:09 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Andrew Mujugira
ID: UNCST-2019-R000871
Multi-level intervention for intersectional stigma reduction to improve HIV outcomes
REFNo: HS2977ES

Adapt the multilevel PRISM ISD-reduction intervention to address ISD for TGW in Uganda.

We will use the ADAPT-ITT model to adapt the multilevel PRISM intervention; specifically, the health facility TFA and individual-level ISD-reduction interventions (multilevel Ssinga nze intervention). Formative research (6 focus group discussions) with healthcare facility (HCF) staff and TGW at four health facilities ranked lowest on the PEPFAR Uganda stigma scorecard will explore ISD drivers and manifestations. We will use ADAPT-ITT to modify the multilevel Ssinga nze intervention comprising the HP+/HIVE3 interventions in consultation with community partners, peers, and providers. We will evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the adapted Ssinga nze intervention using pre-post surveys, observation of trainings, and pre-post changes in mean scores on stigma scales.

Aim 2: Conduct a pilot hybrid type 1 effectiveness-implementation trial to test the preliminary effectiveness of the adapted multilevel Ssinga nze ISD-reduction intervention on (a) PrEP adherence or (b) viral suppression among TGW using a status-neutral approach.

Two of the health facilities in Aim 1 will be randomly assigned to Ssinga nze (the adapted HP+/HIVE3 intervention) with a 6-month wait-list control. TGW (N=120) will be randomly assigned to receive either Ssinga nze or wait-list control. All will enroll at study clinics, receive HIV testing, and be offered ART or PrEP depending on HIV status. TGW assigned to Ssinga nze will be followed at HIV clinics randomized to HP+; those assigned to wait-list control will attend control health facilities.

Aim 3: Evaluate implementation of Ssinga nze using qualitative methods.
Guided by the Intersectionality-Enhanced Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research [1], we will conduct in-depth interviews with purposively selected cadres of clinic staff trained in HP+ delivery (n=15) and TGW receiving HIVE3 (n=15), and 12 field observations (4 per clinic) to clarify how ISD-reduction intervention delivery may influence HIV prevention and treatment and to understand the actions and synergies of intervention components, assess health facility stigma reduction at HIV clinics for TGW, and interpret implementation data from Aim 2.

Uganda 2023-10-31 20:01:21 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Francis Adyanga Adyanga
ID:
Examining the relocation of the Batwa Indigenous people from the forests and its influence on their Indigenous Education, Customs and Cultures
REFNo: SS2097ES

Determine models for integrating indigenous education system and formal education system that built community/schools capacity to enhance the transmission of Batwa customs and cultures in their current setting,Establish how the integration of the Batwa into the dominant cultures influenced their customs and cultures in their current setting;,Examine the Batwa indigenous pedagogy and its effectiveness in inculcating Batwa custom and culture in their current setting,
Uganda 2023-10-31 20:00:15 2026-10-31 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Stephen Okoboi
ID: UNCST-2019-R001356
Peer Delivered HIV/Syphilis Self-Testing with Assisted Partner Notification Services for Men who Have Sex with Men (MSM) in Uganda
REFNo: HS3021ES

Estimate the cost-effectiveness of peer-delivered HIV/syphilis self-tests and partner services compared to facility-based testing.,Conduct a pilot randomized trial to pilot test the preliminary effectiveness of peer delivered HIV/syphilis self-tests and partner services versus facility-based testing., Conduct formative research to inform implementation of peer delivered self-tests for HIV and syphilis with partner services for Ugandan MSM. ,
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:59:00 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Sharon Mutesasira
ID:
ASSOCIATION BETWEEN TIME OF DELIVERY AND IMMEDIATE ADVERSE PERINATAL OUTCOMES AMONG NEONATES DELIVERED AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
REFNo: HS3072ES

3. To determine the factors associated with immediate adverse perinatal outcomes among neonates delivered at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital,2. To determine the association between the time of delivery and the immediate adverse perinatal outcomes among neonates delivered at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital,1. To determine the proportion of neonates with immediate adverse perinatal outcomes during night time delivery and day time delivery at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital,To determine the proportion of immediate adverse perinatal outcomes among neonates delivered at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital by time of delivery, and the association between the time of delivery and the immediate adverse perinatal outcomes ,
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:57:54 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
SAMUEL PULE
ID:
SUPPLY CHAIN INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND SERVICE DELIVERY WITHIN GOVERNMENT HEALTH CENTRES IN KAMPALA METROPOLITAN AREA
REFNo: SS2094ES

To examine the moderating effect of the operating environment on the relationship between supply chain information management and service delivery within Government health centres in Kampala Metropolitan Area.,To evaluate the relationship between supply chain information flow and service delivery within Government health centres in Kampala Metropolitan Area.,To assess the relationship between supply chain information storage and service delivery within Government health centres in Kampala Metropolitan Area.,To examine the relationship between supply chain information processing and service delivery within Government health centres in Kampala Metropolitan Area.,To examine the relationship between supply chain information management and service delivery within Government health centres in Kampala Metropolitan Area.,
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:54:54 2026-10-31 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
WALTER ORECH
ID: UNCST-2023-R007668
FUNGAL AND AFLATOXIN CONTAMINATION LEVELS OF HERBAL MEDICINE SOLD IN LIRA AND GULU CITIES, NORTHERN UGANDA
REFNo: NS640ES

The study aims to assess the fungal and aflatoxin contamination levels of herbal medicine consumed in Northern Uganda. ,To identify the fungal species in the herbal medicine sold in Lira and Gulu cities.,To ascertain the health risk associated with the consumption of herbal products.,To determine the level of aflatoxin in herbal medicines sold in Lira and Gulu cities.,
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:51:22 2026-10-31 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ANNE KAPAATA
ID: UNCST-2023-R007133
HIV-1 Genetic Diversity and Drug Resistance Mutations among Pregnant Women and Breastfeeding Mothers in Uganda
REFNo: HS3118ES

Overall Objective:
To describe HIV-1 Genetic Diversity and Drug Resistance Mutations among Pregnant Women and Breastfeeding Mothers in Uganda
Specific Objectives
1. To estimate the prevalence of HIVDRM and antiretroviral drug resistance profiles among Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers with viral load non-suppression
2. To describe the circulating HIV-1 subtypes among pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers
with viral load non-suppression

Uganda 2023-10-31 19:49:58 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Andrew Ojulong
ID: UNCST-2020-R014956
FACILITATING ACCESS TO ONLINE CONTENT IN SELECTED HIGHER INSTITUTIONS OF LEARNING: THE ROLE OF RENU AND NITA-U
REFNo: SS1961ES

1. To establish services available for facilitating access to online content in selected Higher Institutions of Learning in Uganda. 2. To establish the nature of services and technologies for facilitating access to online content in selected Higher Institutions of Learning in Uganda. 3. To examine the role of RENU and NITA-U in facilitating the availability of recommended services and mitigating the digital divide challenge related to access to online content in selected Higher Institutions of Learning in Uganda.
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:48:00 2026-10-31 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Arthur Tabula
ID:
NUTRITIONAL VALUE AND ANTI-DIABETIC PROPERTIES OF THE AFRICAN OLIVE (Canarium schweinfurthii Engl.) FRUIT PULP
REFNo: A347ES

To investigate the cytotoxicity of C.schweinfurthii fruit pulp extract and its efficacy against diabetes in an alloxan-induced diabetes rat model. ,To determine the effect of C.schweinfurthii Engl. fruit pulp extract on alpha amylase activity and GLUT 4 translocation assays. ,. To identify and quantify the different polyphenolic compounds present in the fruit pulp.,To determine the proximate-, mineral-, fatty acid-, amino acid- and vitamin composition of the C.schweinfurthii Engl. fruit pulp.,To document the indigenous knowledge and practices on the use of C.schweinfurthii Engl. plant,To evaluate the chemical composition and anti-diabetic properties of Canarium schweinfurthii Engl. fruit pulp.,
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:44:44 2026-10-31 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Henry Ddungu
ID: UNCST-2019-R000966
Study on the impact of molecular and pathological diagnostic testing in myeloid neoplasms and support of Uganda tumor board patient cancer care and management
REFNo: HS3142ES

To evaluate if pathologic intervention provided at the Uganda Cancer Institute lymphoma tumor board impacts patient care and management at the Uganda Cancer Institute by improving patient outcomes,
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:42:18 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Denis TUSHABOMWE
ID:
The Impact Of Agricultural Markets Liberalisation On Gender Relations In Smallholder White Potato Value chains in Rubanda District, South-western Uganda. Ref. No.: MUSSS-2023-236
REFNo: SS1985ES

4. To explore the changes in financial benefits of males and females in White potato value chains. ,3. To examine the changes in gender power relations in the access to, control and management of productive resources between males and females in White potato value chains.,2. To analyse the changes in gender roles, patterns and degree of labour participation between males and females across various White Potato value chain nodes.,1. To determine the forms of value chains and practices that have emerged among White Potato farmers in Rubanda district. ,The principal objective of the study will be to investigate the impact of liberalisation of agricultural markets on gender relations in smallholder agricultural value chains in Uganda, focusing on White Potato value chains in Rubanda district. ,
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:37:29 2026-10-31 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Hajira Birungi
ID:
ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM PILLARS AND PERFORMANCE OF SME’S IN THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR OF UGANDA
REFNo: SS1993ES

1 To investigate the relationship between institutional arrangements and performance of SMEs in the manufacturing sector of Uganda
2 To establish the relationship between resource endowments and performance of SMEs in the manufacturing sector of Uganda.
3 To find out the relationship between entrepreneurial ecosystem pillars and competitive advantage of SMEs in the manufacturing sector.
4 To examine the mediation effect of competitive advantage on entrepreneurial ecosystem pillars and performance of SMEs in the manufacturing sector of Uganda

Uganda 2023-10-31 19:35:59 2026-10-31 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Helen   Mukakarisa Kataratambi
ID: UNCST-2022-R010556
Development and piloting of an intervention for teaching and learning of therapeutic communication among nursing students in Kampala, Uganda
REFNo: HS3180ES

4. To assess the effectiveness of the designed intervention for teaching and learning TC among diploma nursing students in Kampala ,3. To design and pilot an educational intervention for teaching and learning of TC among diploma nursing students in Kampala ,2. To determine factors associated with teaching and learning TC among diploma nursing students in Kampala ,1. To explore facilitators and barriers to teaching and learning TC among among diploma nursing students in Kampala ,
Uganda 2023-10-31 19:29:23 2026-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
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