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Tanner Frahm
ID: UNCST-2025-R020258
Intersection of Traditional and Western Medicine in Surgical Care: A Mixed-Methods Analysis of Traditional Medicine and Western Ambulatory Surgical Care Provider Perspectives in East Central Uganda
REFNo: HS6809ES


USA 2026-06-25 21:23:38 2029-06-25 Medical and Health Sciences Non-degree Award
LETICIA MUGISHA
ID: UNCST-2025-R022661
Corporate Social Responsibility Practices and Organizational Performance in Private Sector Companies: A Case Study of Kakira Sugar Limited, Uganda
REFNo: SS4920ES

To establish the relationship between Social responsibility and Organizational performance in private sector companies, using a case of Kakira Sugar Limited. • To determine the relationship between Economic responsibility and Organizational performance in private sector companies, using a case of Kakira Sugar Limited. • To assess the relationship between Environmental responsibility and Organizational performance in private sector companies, using a case of Kakira Sugar Limited. • To explore the extent to which Leadership commitment moderates the relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility practices and organizational performance at Kakira Sugar Limited.
Uganda 2026-06-25 18:48:58 2029-06-25 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Alice Alaso
ID: UNCST-2025-R020730
Assessment of the Relevance of Policy Interventions, Adaptive Capacities, and Poverty Reduction in Uganda
REFNo: SS5360ES

THE MAIN OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY: To assess the Relevance of Policy interventions, Adaptive capacities and Poverty reduction in Uganda. The specific objectives are to; 1) Examine the Relevance of policy interventions in addressing poverty reduction at the household level. 2) Analyse how the perceived Relevance of policy interventions contributes to the development of adaptive capacities among beneficiaries. 3) Investigate the relationship between adaptive capacities and poverty reduction outcomes among beneficiaries. 4) Assess whether land and water access for farming (LWAF) moderates the relationship between the Relevance of policy interventions (e.g., NAADS/OWC) and adaptive capacities in Nwoya, Amuria, and Sironko Districts.
Uganda 2026-06-23 16:48:02 2029-06-23 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Jean Okecho Mbabazi
ID: UNCST-2026-R023651
EFFECT OF EMPLOYEE SUPPORT PROGRAMS ON EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT AT MARSH INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED
REFNo: SS5475ES

i) To explore employees� experiences with financial literacy programs and how these experiences relate to employee engagement at Marsh Uganda.
ii) To examine employees� experiences with mental health support initiatives and how these programs influence engagement at Marsh Uganda.
iii) To investigate employees� perceptions of career development programs and their role in fostering engagement at Marsh Uganda.

Uganda 2026-06-23 16:34:53 2029-06-23 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Pauline Byakika-Kibwika
ID: UNCST-2019-R001206
Adaptive Pan-Filovirus Therapeutics Platform Under the MEURI Framework
REFNo: HS7969ES

To systematically collect clinical and safety data to inform future therapeutic development and outbreak preparedness.,To provide monitored emergency access to investigational therapeutics for patients with filoviral disease during outbreaks.,
Uganda 2026-06-23 16:25:48 2029-06-23 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Harriet Akullu
ID: UNCST-2026-R023333
Effectiveness of Policies and Laws in Protecting Tipeth Women and Girls from FGM 2
REFNo: SS5316ES


Uganda 2026-06-19 14:39:11 2029-06-19 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Irene Kyamummi
ID: UNCST-2025-R022689
Characteristics and Outcomes of High Risk Parturients undergoing Caesarean Section in Tertiary Hospitals in Uganda.
REFNo: HS7751ES

Main Objective: 1. To describe the clinical characteristics and determine the 24-hour outcomes of high risk parturients undergoing CS in Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital and Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. Specific Objectives: 1. To describe the clinical characteristics of high-risk parturients undergoing CS in Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital and Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. 2. To determine the 24-hour outcomes of high-risk parturients undergoing CS in Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital and Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. 3. To determine the factors associated with perioperative complications among high-risk parturients undergoing CS in Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital and Mbale Regional Referral Hospital.
Uganda 2026-06-19 14:29:59 2029-06-19 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
PATRICK AKUKU
ID: UNCST-2026-R023433
Comparative Effectiveness and Implementation of the Life in Fullness Together (LIFT) Framework Compared to Child Friendly Spaces (CFS) in Protracted Humanitarian Settings in Uganda
REFNo: SS5313ES

The overall purpose of this study is to evaluate the comparative effectiveness and implementation of the LIFT framework relative to traditional CFS programming in refugee settlement communities in Adjumani, Uganda.
Uganda 2026-06-19 14:21:50 2029-06-19 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Ann Ritah Nanyonjo
ID: UNCST-2026-R023774
Assessing the sensory qualities of six highly nutritious common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) accessions from the breeding program
REFNo: A763ES

To determine the end-users’ perception of sensory qualities of highly nutritious common bean accessions.
To identify the preferred highly nutritious common bean accession based on sensory qualities.
To determine key descriptors that can be used in the sensory evaluation of highly nutritious common beans.
Uganda 2026-06-19 14:16:57 2029-06-19 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Eve  Namisango
ID: UNCST-2021-R014038
A Demonstration Project on co-designing of a model to support the Integration of Palliative Care in the Care of Older, Nuns of Religious Orders-Phase 1: Needs Assessment and Model Design
REFNo: SS5338ES

2. To co-design an adaptable, affordable, person-centred and evidence-based model of care that aligns with the needs and concerns of older nuns of Catholic religious orders ,1. To identify the palliative and comprehensive health care needs of older, retired female members of Catholic religious orders.,
Uganda 2026-06-19 14:13:56 2029-06-19 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Ronald Arineitwe Kibonire Arineitwe Kibonire
ID:
Advancing equity for pregnant and parenting adolescents through improved MNH counseling.
REFNo: SS5215ES

Revise the MNH counseling approach, tools, and job aids.,Document needed improvements and lessons learned from the implementation of the counseling approach,o Field test the counseling approach in a small number of public health facilities, alongside learning activities,Develop a counseling approach (including tools and job aids) tailored to MNH needs of pregnant and parenting adolescent mothers that is feasible for implementation at health facility level,,Primary Objective: To develop, field test, and refine an MNH counseling approach for pregnant and parenting adolescent mothers and their companions.,
Uganda 2026-06-19 14:09:09 2029-06-19 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
NATHAN HASAHYA HAGOBI
ID: UNCST-2025-R022676
BOARD CHARACTERISTICS, BOARD ROLE PERFORMANCE AND PERFORMANCE OF CO-OPERATIVES IN UGANDA: EVIDENCE OF AGRICULTURAL CO-OPERATIVE UNIONS.
REFNo: SS5210ES

1.3. Objectives of the Study
The study aims to support evidence-based policy and practice by examining how governance affects the performance of agricultural cooperatives in Uganda. It highlights that effective board composition, structure, and size are vital for cooperative success, while poor governance can lead to mismanagement and loss of trust. Strengthening governance is key to ensuring sustainability and safeguarding farmers' interests.
1.3.1. General Objective
The general objective of the study is to explore the relationship between board characteristics, board role performance, and financial and non-financial performance (profitability, liquidity, productivity, market share, and social performance) of agricultural cooperative unions in Uganda with a view to addressing governance issues
1.3.2. Objectives of the Study
The study will be guided by the following specific objectives;
1. To investigate the relationship between board characteristics (composition: age, diversity, education and expertise; size and structure) and financial performance (profitability, liquidity) and non-financial performance (productivity, market share, and social performance) of agricultural cooperative unions in Uganda.
2. To establish the relationship between board characteristics (composition, size and structure) and board role performance (strategic, control and service roles).
3. To assess the relationship between board role performance (strategic, control and service roles) and financial and non-financial performance (profitability, liquidity, productivity, market share, and social performance) of agricultural cooperative unions in Uganda.
4. To examine the mediating role of board role performance on the relationship between board characteristics and financial and non-financial performance of agricultural cooperative unions in Uganda.

Uganda 2026-06-19 14:05:16 2029-06-19 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Solomon Wafula Tsebeni
ID:
Strengthening Early Snakebite Response through a Community Co-Developed Intervention in High-Burden Districts in Uganda: A Stepped Wedge design
REFNo: HS7543ES

4.3 General objective To evaluate the effectiveness of a culturally appropriate, community-led intervention in improving appropriate, timely first aid knowledge and adoption of preventive practices, and referral uptake for snakebite response in Uganda. 4.4 Specific objectives 1. To assess baseline community knowledge, attitudes, and intended practices related to safe snakebite first aid, referral, and avoidance of harmful practices 2. To assess changes in community knowledge, attitudes, and intended practices related to safe snakebite first aid, referral, and avoidance of harmful practices 3. To examine the acceptability, feasibility, feasibility of the intervention among community members, CHWs, and survivors, including satisfaction, cultural relevance, and integration into routine health promotion activities 4. To evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention in improving timely first aid, appropriate preventive behaviours and reduced endorsement of harmful practices for snakebite care.
Uganda 2026-06-19 14:01:34 2029-06-19 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Betty Mwesigwa
ID: UNCST-2020-R014667
Project CN001: Cervical Cancer Prevention Clinical Services Utilization Mapping Initiative at ‘CASCADE’ Network Clinical Sites
REFNo: HS6829ES

Evaluate clinical service utilization and outcomes of cervical cancer screenings and treatment among WLWH within existing CASCADE participating sites.

Design locally adapted protocols using service utilization and patient outcome data reports.


Uganda 2026-06-19 13:48:28 2029-06-19 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Martha Kyoshaba
ID: UNCST-2025-R022995
Burnout and Work Engagement: A Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) Model Study on Administrative Staff in Public Universities in Uganda. A Case of MUST
REFNo: SS5020ES

To assess the job demands (JDs) and job resources/personal resources (JRs/PRs) experienced by administrative staff at MUST. To establish whether job demands (JDs) predict burnout (BO) among administrative staff. To determine whether (a) job resources (JRs) and (b) personal resources (PRs) predict work engagement (WE) among administrative staff To examine whether (a) burnout (BO) and work engagement (WE) predict organizational outcomes (OO) of administrative staff. To develop a policy brief for preventing and managing burnout (BO) and enhancing work engagement (WE) among administrative staff at MUST
Uganda 2026-06-19 13:45:29 2029-06-19 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
JAMIRA KAYERA
ID: UNCST-2025-R022189
Knowledge and Attitudes about Sickle Cell Disease and its management among HealthCare Providers treating Adolescents and Young adults at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital. (KASHAY-study).
REFNo: HS7892ES

1. To determine knowledge about SCD and its management among healthcare providers of adolescents and young adults at JRRH 2. To explore healthcare providers’ perceptions, experiences, and attitudes toward Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and its management among adolescents and young adults at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital (JRRH).
Uganda 2026-06-19 13:42:22 2029-06-19 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Yesse Mutabazi
ID: UNCST-2025-R022900
HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE AND LIVED EXPERIENCES OF CHILDREN WITH HEMOPHILIA IN SOUTHWESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS7695ES

1. To evaluate the health-related quality of life of children aged 4-17 years with hemophilia A and B at the hematology unit of Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital and its satellite clinics.

2. To describe the factors associated with the poor health-related quality of life of children aged 4-17 years with hemophilia A and B at the hematology unit of Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital and its satellite clinics.

3. To document the lived experiences of children aged 4-17 years with hemophilia A and B at the hematology unit of Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital and its satellite clinics.

Uganda 2026-06-19 13:36:14 2029-06-19 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Agnes Nalunga
ID: UNCST-2026-R023401
Aerobic Biodegradation of Plastics by Landfill-Sourced Bacteria for Environmental Applications
REFNo: NS1251ES

To isolate, characterize and assess the plastic -degrading potential and biosafety of microbial strains from Masese Landfill, Uganda for sustainable waste management
Uganda 2026-06-19 13:20:22 2029-06-19 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Juliet Sekandi Nabbuye
ID: UNCST-2026-R024828
Assessing The Impact of Post-Tuberculosis on Reproductive Health in Kampala, Uganda
REFNo: HS7745ES

Aim 1 — To assess the impact of a tuberculosis diagnosis on fertility by quantifying and comparing pregnancy incidence rates in women of reproductive age during the pre- and post-TB diagnosis periods.
Hypothesis 1.1: Compared with the pre-TB diagnosis period, the pregnancy incidence rate in the post-TB diagnosis period will be lower (incidence rate ratio [IRR] < 1.0).
Hypothesis 1.2: The pregnancy incidence rate in the immediate post-treatment period will be lower than the pregnancy incidence rate in the later post-treatment period.

Aim 2 — To estimate the prevalence of reproductive morbidity and the proportion of pregnancies resulting in adverse pregnancy outcomes among women of reproductive age following a tuberculosis diagnosis.

Aim 3 — To explore women’s knowledge, perceptions, and lived experiences regarding the influence of post-TB sequelae on reproductive health.


Uganda 2026-06-19 10:57:18 2029-06-19 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Filimin Niyongabo
ID: UNCST-2026-R023390
From Classrooms To Communities: Educating For Resilience Against Floods And Landslides In Mbale District, Uganda
REFNo: HS7625ES

1. To determine the levels of knowledge among teachers about climate change, floods, and landslides. 2. To explore teachers’ perceptions of the risks and impacts of floods and landslides in their communities. 3. To assess the practices employed by teachers in promoting resilience and preparedness against floods and landslides within their communities. 4. To design and develop educational materials to equip teachers and students with knowledge on floods and landslides resilience.
Uganda 2026-06-19 10:50:12 2029-06-19 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
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