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Sarah Akampurira
ID: UNCST-2025-R019367
 Stakeholder Engagement, Entrepreneurship Education, and Entrepreneurial Intention among Business Graduates of Chartered Universities in Southwestern Uganda
REFNo: SS4425ES

1. To determine the relationship between stakeholder engagement and entrepreneurial intention among university business graduates. 2. To assess the relationship between stakeholder engagement and entrepreneurship education among university business graduates. 3. To evaluate the relationship between entrepreneurship education and the entrepreneurial intention of university business graduates. 4. To analyse the mediating role of entrepreneurship education on the relationship between stakeholder engagement and entrepreneurial intention among university business graduates.
Uganda 2025-12-01 20:37:44 2028-12-01 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Bruce Kirenga J
ID: UNCST-2019-R001460
 Assessment of Nasal Microbiome, Inflammatory Markers, and Infectious Agents among individuals with Biomass Fuel COPD in Uganda ACRONYM: ASCENT–NASAL Study
REFNo: HS6748ES

Aim 1: Characterize the nasal microbiome composition among individuals with and without COPD who
have different levels of air pollution exposure.

Aim 2: Assess nasal inflammatory marker differences among individuals with and without COPD who
are exposed to different levels of air pollution.

Aim 3: Determine the prevalence of viral and bacterial respiratory pathogens among individuals with
and without COPD and their association with PM2.5 exposure.
 Uganda 2025-12-01 14:33:20 2028-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Bruce Kirenga J
ID: UNCST-2019-R001460
 Safety, preliminary efficacy, and Pharmacokinetics of Herbal/Natural/ Traditional therapeutic products for the management of Diabetes Mellitus in Uganda.
REFNo: HS6530ES

Main Objective
1. To evaluate the safety, effectiveness and pharmacokinetics of 3 selected NDA- notified herbal/natural/traditional therapeutic products in Uganda, designated IMP1, IMP2, and IMP3.
2. To explore the experiences of innovators, researchers, implementers, and participants involved in this study on the innovation and scientific evaluation of natural therapeutics in Uganda.

Specific Objectives
1. To determine the efficacy of selected NDA-notified herbal/natural/traditional therapeutic products (IMP1, IMP2 and IMP3) used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus in adult patients in Uganda
2. 2. To assess the effect of the selected NDA-notified herbal/natural/traditional therapeutic products (IMP1, IMP2 and IMP3) on specific cardio-metabolic characteristics of adult patients with DM in Uganda.
3. To assess clinical and laboratory adverse events associated with selected NDA- notified herbal/natural/traditional therapeutic products, specifically IMP1, IMP2 and IMP3 in adult patients with DM in Uganda.
4. To investigate the pharmacokinetic profile(s) of NDA-notified herbal/natural/traditional therapeutic products (IMP1, IMP2 and IMP3) used in the management of DM.
5. To explore the experiences of innovators, researchers, implementers, and participants involved in this study on the innovation and scientific evaluation of herbal/natural/traditional therapeutics in Uganda.e the pharmacokinetic profile(s) of NDA-notified herbal/natural/traditional therapeutic products (IMP1, IMP2 and IMP3) used in the management of DM.

Uganda 2025-12-01 14:19:22 2028-12-01 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joseph Matovu Wasswa
ID: UNCST-2025-R021145
 Understanding Power, Institutions, and Policy Dynamics: A Political Economy Analysis of Youth Employment in Uganda
REFNo: SS4607ES

Research Questions The political economy analysis aims to answer two overarching research questions: I. How can current policies and regulatory frameworks be activated and enhanced to provide dignified and fulfilling work opportunities for youth in Uganda? II. What industrial and trade policies and/or plans will enable Uganda to leverage its demographic transition, the 4th industrial revolution, and the evolving digital economy to create adequate opportunities for dignified and fulfilling work for Ugandan youth? Purpose and Objectives The main purpose of this study is to examine how political, institutional, and economic structures interact to shape youth employment outcomes in Uganda. Specifically, the research seeks to: • Map the formal and informal policy, regulatory, and institutional frameworks governing youth employment. • Analyse the interests, incentives, and power dynamics of key actors who influence or obstruct youth employment reforms. • Understand the lived experiences, perceptions, and aspirations of young people in relation to work, inclusion, and voice. • Identify enablers and constraints to the implementation of effective and inclusive employment strategies. • Generate context-sensitive, actionable recommendations for policy and institutional reform.
Uganda 2025-11-26 14:32:03 2028-11-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Sarah Wilker
ID: UNCST-2025-R019791
 One size fits all? Towards individual prediction of treatment success for posttraumatic stress disorder in post-conflict settings (TRAUMA-FIT)
REFNo: HS6712ES

Main Objective 1. to identify individual predictors of treatment response to two different treatments in survivors with PTSD in a post-conflict setting Specific Objectives 1. Investigate whether NET is, on average, more effective than PM+ for the treatment of PTSD 2. Identify predictors of optimal response in the two conditions, and thereby identify predictors of treatment success in a trauma-focused versus present-focused treatment 3. Investigate the explanatory role of socio-ecological factors in PTSD treatment response
 Germany 2025-11-26 14:28:24 2028-11-26 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Degree Award
Pamela Atim
ID: UNCST-2020-R014964
 Effects of biomass fuel usage on indoor air quality and associated respiratory health of women and children in Northern Uganda
REFNo: HS6606ES

1.To analyse the trends of biomass fuel usage in Uganda from 2001 to 2022. 2.To determine the factors associated with respiratory symptoms among women and children in rural and urban areas of Northern Uganda. 3.To quantify the levels of personal exposure of women to air particles (PM2.5, PM10) in the different micro-environments. 4.To explore the perspectives of the community and stakeholders regarding the impacts of cooking fuels.
Uganda 2025-11-26 14:26:18 2028-11-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Muzaale tonny
ID: UNCST-2023-R005970
 THE CONTRIBUTION OF ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENT APPROACHES IN ENHANCING THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN TEACHING AND LEARNING: THE CASE OF SELECTED PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN CENTRAL UGANDA. -
REFNo: SS4469ES

i. To establish the relationship between lecture-based instruction and learning in Public Universities in Central Uganda
ii. To establish the relationship between student centered learning and learning in Public Universities in Central Uganda
iii. To establish the relationship between technology based instruction and learning in Public Universities in Central Uganda
iv. To assess the extent to which alternative assessment moderates the association between dynamics of teaching and learning in selected higher institutions of learning
v. To assess the extent to which effective assessment policy implementation moderates the association between teaching and learning in selected higher institutions of learning

Uganda 2025-11-26 14:24:34 2028-11-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Denis Gobo
ID: UNCST-2025-R018025
 Factors Influencing Adoption of Renewable Energy Interventions: A case of Refugees and Host Communities in Terego District Northern Uganda
REFNo: SS4489ES

1) To determine attitudes towards renewable energy interventions among refugees and the host communities in Terego District. 2) To examine the relevance of renewable energy interventions to refugees and the host communities in Terego District. 3) To determine the effectiveness of renewable energy interventions to refugees and the host communities in Terego District.
Uganda 2025-11-26 14:21:52 2028-11-26 Social Science and Humanities Degree Award
PAUL OPIO
ID: UNCST-2025-R019548
 EFFECT OF SPORTS PARTICIPATION ON RETENTION AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF PRIMARY SCHOOL GOING CHILDREN IN KARAMOJA REGION OF UGANDA
REFNo: NS1008ES

To investigate the effect of Sports Participation on retention of Primary School children in Karamoja Region of Uganda.
To examine the effect of Sports Participation on literacy and numeracy of Primary School children in Karamoja Region of Uganda.
To explore the relationship between Sports participation and completion rates of Primary School children in Karamoja Region of Uganda.
To assess the effect of Sports Participation on regular school attendance of Primary School children in Karamoja Region of Uganda.
 Uganda 2025-11-26 14:02:49 2028-11-26 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Julius Tabi Izza
ID: UNCST-2022-R009052
 A Theological Reappraisal of Bride Wealth: The Practice of Oku Jeza among Lugbara Christians in the Diocese of Ma'di-West Nile
REFNo: SS4590ES

The study will seek to analyze the challenges of oku jeza, a practice among Lugbara Christian community in the Diocese of Ma’di-West Nile on church marriage and frame theological approach to revisit the practice while maintaining its intended role.
Uganda 2025-11-21 15:07:50 2028-11-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Zaina Nabirye Lubwama
ID: UNCST-2025-R022146
 The Persistance of Indian Built Heritage in Busoga, Eastern Uganda, 1903-2023.
REFNo: SS4509ES

1. To examine the evolution of Indian-built heritage in Busoga from 1903 to 1962.
2. To analyze how and why Indian-built heritage adapted and maintained its vitality from 1962 to 1979.
3. To examine the changes and continuities of Indian built heritage in Busoga from 1979 to 2023.

 Uganda 2025-11-21 14:58:05 2028-11-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Sofia Fernandez
ID: UNCST-2025-R019676
 Investigating the lack of male involvement in community based agricultural education programs in Kamuli, Uganda
REFNo: SS4581ES

1. Examine the man's perception of their role in family nutrition and agriculture.
2. Identify the social and cultural barriers to involvement for men.
3. Collect ideas for solutions that could increase male participation.
 USA 2025-11-21 14:52:50 2028-11-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Isaac Ahimbisibwe
ID: UNCST-2025-R018434
 Co-ethnic Peers in Higher Education. Surname-ethnicity connection and validation exercise
REFNo: SS4575ES

1. This project will evaluate the effectiveness of using surname-based machine learning models in predicting identity with a focus on ethnic peer effects.

2. Also, we will evaluate how High-ability and co-ethnic peer networks may shape career opportunities and national identity and pride
 Uganda 2025-11-21 14:50:09 2028-11-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Micheal Ivan Lyazi Micheal Ivan
ID: UNCST-2025-R021640
 An Assessment of Gender Integration in Equity Accelerator Fund (EAF) Implementation in Uganda
REFNo: SS4547ES

1. 1. To describe the specific gender-related barriers to immunization access among Uganda’s zero-dose population archetypes. 2. 2. To assess the implementation of EAF gender integration strategies. 3. 3. To identify gaps in the implementation of EAF gender integration strategies. 4. 4. To explorer how gender integration influences the number of ZD/ under immunized cases across the different population architypes in the study Geographies.
 Uganda 2025-11-21 14:44:56 2028-11-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
MALLON TUSUUBIRA
ID: UNCST-2025-R021850
 SURVEY ON PARATUBERCULOSIS IN SLAUGHTERED GOATS AT KAMPALA CITY ABATTIOR
REFNo: A654ES

General objective
To establish the prevalence of Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis infection in goats
Specific Objectives
i. To determine the prevalence of the gross and microscopic lesions associated with paratuberculosis in the ileocecal junction and associated lymph nodes of goats slaughtered at Kampala city abattoir
ii. To establish the prevalence of Mycobacterium avium sub species paratuberculosis in suspected cases using polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

 Uganda 2025-11-21 14:36:09 2028-11-21 Agricultural Sciences Clinical Trial Degree Award
Martin Origa Jobson Ariel
ID: UNCST-2022-R010809
 Validation of cervical cancer screening methods in Uganda: The National Cancer Management and Capacity building Project in Uganda (CANCAP UG) experience.
REFNo: HS6635ES

To assess multiple screening methods: VIA, PAP smear, HPV, and colposcopy, plus or minus biopsy.,To evaluate the indicators of screening accuracy (sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value) of Visual Inspection with Acetic acid (VIA) test by comparing with the gold standard of disease status confirmed via histological results.,
 Uganda 2025-11-21 14:33:45 2028-11-21 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Etheldreda Nakimuli-Mpungu
ID: UNCST-2020-R014808
 Secondary Data Analyses of the Predictors of Depression Treatment Outcomes and Mechanisms of Group Support Psychotherapy in the SEEK-GSP Trial and Translating Findings Through an Upgraded Online Training
REFNo: HS6789ES

Objective 1: Identify predictors of early treatment non-response to depression therapy among people living with HIV (PLWH). Objective 2: Identify psychological and behavioral mechanisms mediating the effect of Group Support Psychotherapy on depression outcomes. Objective 3: Strengthen and upgrade the existing SEEKGSP Academy digital training portal to enhance mental health support for people living with HIV (PLWH).
 Uganda 2025-11-21 14:31:49 2028-11-21 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
KASIMU SENDAWULA
ID: UNCST-2025-R019643
 Industrial Symbiosis and Scalability of Smallholder Farms in Uganda
REFNo: SS4430ES

To explore the perception of the smallholder farmers regarding the concept of scalability in Uganda

To identify the industrial symbiotic practices being undertaken by smallholder farmers in Uganda.

To investigate the influence of industrial symbiosis on scalability of smallholder farmers in Uganda.

Uganda 2025-11-21 14:20:24 2028-11-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Gladness Mtango E
ID: UNCST-2025-R017177
 The Nurses’ Perception of Their Immediate Supervisors’ Servant Leadership Behaviors and Their Sense of Work Effectiveness in Selected Ugandan Public Hospitals
REFNo: SS4419ES

•To explore the relationship between nurses’ perception of servant Leadership and their perceived access to work information such as willingness to share information.,•To determine the relationship between nurses’ perception of Servant Leadership and their perceived access to work resources such as needed equipment and materials.,•To explore the relationship between nurses’ perception of Servant Leadership and their perceived access to work opportunities such as challenging work and opportunities to learn new skills.,To explore if there are differences in job outcomes due to differences in the sizes of hospitals or the tenure of the nurse employee.,To survey and explore the perception of the nurses in the selected public hospitals in Uganda to determine if there is a relationship between their immediate supervisor’s servant leadership behavior and their job outcomes,
 USA 2025-11-21 14:16:50 2028-11-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
BANGIRANA SEPHAS
ID: UNCST-2025-R020094
 USAGE OF PATIENT RECORDS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, PSYCHOSOCIAL WORK ENVIRONMENT, WORK TEAM STABILITY, HEALTH CENTRE CHARACTERISTICS, AND QUALITY OF HEALTH CARE IN HEALTH CENTRE IVS IN SOUTH WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4395ES

General Objective
The aim of the study is to examine the relationship between usage of patient records management system, psychosocial work environment, work team stability, and the quality of health care in HC IVs in South Western Uganda, with health centre characteristics as a moderating variable.
Specific Objectives
i. To establish the relationship between usage of patient records management system usage and the quality of health care among the HC IVs in South-Western Uganda.
ii. To examine the relationship between psychosocial work environment and the quality of health care at HC IVs in South-Western Uganda.
iii. To assess the relationship between work team stability and the quality of health care HC IV in South-Western Uganda.
iv. To examine the combined effect of patient records management, psychosocial work environment, and team stability on the quality of health care at HC IVs in South-Western Uganda.
v. To assess the moderating effect of health centre characteristics in the relationship between psychosocial work environment and quality of health care in HC IVs in South Western Uganda.
 Uganda 2025-11-21 14:13:43 2028-11-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
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