Namaganda Rehema Rehema
ID: UNCST-2024-R005390
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Understanding Older Persons' experiences with the Senior Citizen Grant (SCG) and Its implications on Care and Social Protection in Uganda
REFNo: SS3579ES
1. To analyse how the utilisation of the senior citizen grant (SCG) influences the overall care for the elderly, including their access to healthcare services.
2. Assess the impact of senior citizen grant on existing care relationships and dynamics between the state, family, community and older persons benefiting from the grant.
3. To explore how experiences of older persons receiving the senior citizen grant can inform and shape social protection policies in Uganda
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Uganda |
2025-04-24 10:33:06 |
2028-04-24 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Vicent Mabirizi
ID: UNCST-2023-R006965
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A Convolutional Neural Network Model for Processing DICOM Files
REFNo: SIR495ES
To test and validate the accuracy of the developed model for processing DICOM files for image classification.,To develop a convolutional neural network model for processing DICOM files for image classification,To explore how deep learning techniques have been applied to process DICOM files for image classification,To improve the detection and classification of DICOM images,
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Uganda |
2025-04-24 10:22:37 |
2028-04-24 |
Engineering and Technology |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Eve Namisango
ID: UNCST-2021-R014038
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A RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIAL TO EVALUATE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A NURSE-LED PALLIATIVE CARE INTERVENTION FOR PEOPLE WITH HEART FAILURE IN UGANDA IN TERMS OF PATIET-REPORTED OUTCOMES
REFNo: SS3641ES
To determine patients and healthcare professional views regarding the processes, mechanisms and outcomes of the intervention.,To test the effectiveness of the nurse-led palliative care intervention among heart failure patients compared to existing care in an RCT design in terms of patient-reported outcomes.,To use findings from scoping review to generate a nurse-led palliative care intervention underpinned by the theory of person-centredness care. ,To evaluate the effectiveness of a nurse-led palliative care intervention for adult heart failure patients in Uganda on patient-reported outcomes, compared to usual care. ,
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Uganda |
2025-04-24 10:20:58 |
2028-04-24 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Neil Scolding
ID: UNCST-2021-R012864
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Acute Flaccid Myelitis in Uganda
REFNo: HS5294ES
1. To conduct a nationwide pilot study of Acute Flaccid Myelitis to gain insights into its frequency, clinical and radiological features and virological background in a Uganda setting.
2. To develop a nationwide clinical research network allowing collaborative medical research across Uganda and boosting research activity.
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UK |
2025-04-11 17:38:16 |
2028-04-11 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Ronald Bisegerwa
ID: UNCST-2022-R011022
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Global characterization of skin color to improve the accuracy of pulse oximeters.
REFNo: HS4069ES
To determine the optimal method of skin color determination,To determine the range of skin color among the heterogeneous population in Uganda. ,To characterize the wide range of skin colors that exist globally by taking a sample of skin color measurements from people in a diverse country such as Uganda,
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:37:01 |
2028-04-11 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Moses Andima
ID: UNCST-2023-R008107
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Laboratory scale production of beta propiolactone (BPL) from cassava for application in the pharmaceutical industrial value chains
REFNo: NS827ES
The main objective of the project is to assess the chemical conversion of ethanol from cassava to produce a more valuable product, beta propiolactone (BPL) and determine if this conversion is viable on an industrial scale
4. VENTURE OBJECTIVES
Specifically, we aim at;
1. Optimizing production process for beta propiolactone
2. Synthesizing the intermediate chemicals (ethanol, ethylene and ethylene oxide) required for BPL production
3. Producing beta propiolactone at laboratory scale for inactivation of viruses during vaccine development.
4. Establishing the quality profile of the synthesized BPL
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:34:53 |
2028-04-11 |
Natural Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Birungi Edwin Mutahunga Rwamatware
ID: UNCST-2021-R004880
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Bwindi mHealth: Improving data capture at the point of zoonotic disease spillover.
REFNo: HS5805ES
To expand surveillance in the region, incorporating an integrated mHealth One Health approach for early recognition of zoonotic spillover, Create an integrated One Health AFI outbreak alert system; a dashboard identifying clusters of human AFI cases and wildlife events surrounding the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest,To expand surveillance in the region, incorporating an integrated mHealth One Health approach for early recognition of spillover.,Develop passive geolocation system, which will improve accuracy of geolocation data of reports of potential outbreaks. ,Optimize a mobile phone APP capable of assisting health professionals and VHT members in triage, diagnosis, and treatment of common zoonotic diseases.,Develop a Village Health Team (VHT) network data collection system for acute febrile illness (AFI), which builds upon the existing mobile community health information system (mCHIS), run and responded to by healthcare workers at Bwindi Community Hospital. ,
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:32:29 |
2028-04-11 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Loy Muhwezi Abaine
ID: UNCST-2024-R003586
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ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF QUALITY ASSURANCE PRACTICES ON THE QUALITY OF PUBLIC TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING COLLEGES IN UGANDA
REFNo: SIR479ES
To determine the industry employer involvement in QA practices in public TVET colleges in Uganda,To determine strategies used by trainers to improve their QA practices in public TVET colleges in Uganda,To establish the trainees’ perspective on QA practices in public TVET colleges in Uganda.,To explore the role of management in QA practices in public TVET colleges in Uganda.,The main objective of this study is to assess the existing QA practices in public TVET colleges in Uganda.,
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:31:19 |
2028-04-11 |
Engineering and Technology |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Richard Kwizera
ID: UNCST-2024-R003426
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Immunophenotyping of persons living with HIV and PTB associated Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis in Uganda.
REFNo: HS4924ES
To evaluate and describe the innate and adaptive immune characteristics of persons living with HIV and PTB-associated CPA in Uganda.,To Compare the cytokine profile of HIV/PTB+CPA vs HIV/PTB-CPA in Uganda.,To Compare the innate and adaptive immune phenotypes of HIV/PTB+CPA vs HIV/PTB-CPA in Uganda.,
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:30:11 |
2028-04-11 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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ODONG NEWTON DAVID
ID: UNCST-2024-R005113
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ACQUISITION OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND LIFE EXPERIENCES OF STUDENTS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENT IN UGANDA: AN ANTHROPOLOGICAL STUDY
REFNo: SS3763ES
4. To analyse the success stories of persons with visual impairment who have successfully acquired higher education and life experiences in Uganda with reference to the following dimensions; a. Educational Journey b. Challenges and possibilities c. Futuristic paradigm,3. To study the view points on inclusive education of students with visual impairment studying in Higher Education institutions in Uganda towards the following closely associated individuals; a. Students with non-disabilities b. Teachers c. Administrative staff ,2. To analyse the gross enrolment ratio and trend of higher education in Uganda with a special reference to students with visual impairment from 2021 onwards.,1. To explore the factors hindering the acquisition of higher education and life experiences of students with visual impairment enrolled in higher education institutions in Uganda with reference to the following dimensions; a. Disability Support Services b. Personal and Recreational c. Socio-Cultural Perspectives d. Curriculum Adaptations and Accommodations e. Accessibility and Policy Perspective ,
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:29:07 |
2028-04-11 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Christopher Sebuliba
ID: UNCST-2024-R003928
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CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT AND FIRM PROFITABILITY IN HOTELS FOUND IN GREATER KAMPALA METROPOLITAN AREA, UGANDA
REFNo: SS3697ES
1. To assess the effects of customer relationship management on firm profitability in hotels in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area.
2. To examine the mediating effect of customer satisfaction on the relationship between customer relationship management and firm profitability in hotels in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area.
3. To evaluate the moderating influence of service quality on the relationship between customer relationship management and firm profitability in hotels in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area.
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:12:22 |
2028-04-11 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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JENNIFER KASABIITI
ID: UNCST-2021-R013974
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OBSTETRIC FISTULA AN INDICATOR OF MATERNAL HEALTH CARE IN UGANDA
REFNo: HS5475ES
1.To study the regional prevalence of obstetric fistula and the individual demographic and socio-economic factors associated with fistula risk among women in Uganda over time (2006-2020).
2.To examine the interlinkages between obstetric fistula occurrence, antenatal care (ANC) attendance, place of delivery, mode of delivery (vaginal birth/Caesarean birth) and health care provider on attendance
3.To understand the medical, personal experiences and history of women in Uganda living with an obstetric fistula
4.To understand the medical, personal experiences and history of women in Uganda living with an obstetric fistula
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:11:02 |
2028-04-11 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Nelson Muwereza
ID: UNCST-2024-R015793
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Development of Theileria parva transmission blocking antigens: toward control of East Coast fever cattle-disease
REFNo: NS914ES
1 Identify brown ear tick-saliva and T. parva coding proteins that induce cattle acquired tick and ECF immunity.
2 Examine the diversity of the identified genes of T. parva in ticks and cattle.
3 Develop recombinant proteins based on the identified tick-saliva and T. parva immunogenic gene sequences.
4 Formulate recombinant protein-based antigens and evaluate their potential to interfere with T. parva transmission in cattle and ticks
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:09:47 |
2028-04-11 |
Natural Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Mary Sally Kabasa
ID: UNCST-2024-R004662
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DEVELOPMENT AND PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF A CASCADED PCM LATENT HEAT THERMAL ENERGY STORAGE UNIT FOR EXTENDED NIGHT SOLAR CROP DRYING
REFNo: SIR487ES
General Objective: To develop and evaluate the performance of a cascaded PCM packed-bed latent heat thermal energy storage (PB-LHTES) unit capable of supplying energy for extended night drying of crops.
Specific Objectives:
i. To perform simulations to determine the appropriate quantities of the available PCMs required for the cascaded PCM LHTES unit to last at least 11 hours of discharge.
ii. To refine the design and develop the cascaded PCM LHTES system based on the simulation results, focusing on integrating the PCMs and system architecture.
iii. Test and evaluate the thermal performance and efficiency of the developed cascaded PCM LHTES unit in real-world conditions under no load.
iv. To Implement the cascaded PCM LHTES system in a pilot-scale solar drying setup and assess its performance in drying select crop types.
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:08:32 |
2028-04-11 |
Engineering and Technology |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Josephine Najjuma Nambi
ID: UNCST-2021-R013717
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Improving diagnosis and treatment of hypertension in pregnancy in Uganda
REFNo: HS5524ES
1. To describe the completeness of blood pressure measurements in the antenatal card among women attending the antenatal clinic
2. To describe the stakeholder’s knowledge, barriers and facilitators to screening and timely diagnosis of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.
3. To describe the stakeholders self-reported solutions to the barriers to screening and timely diagnosis of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:07:35 |
2028-04-11 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Jenifer Apil
ID: UNCST-2025-R016724
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Convergence or Divergence: A comparative Analysis of Tradition and Scientific Recommended Cassava Processing Practices in Terego District Northwestern Uganda
REFNo: A562ES
i. To analyze the convergences or divergences between traditional and scientific recommeded cassava processing practices.
ii. To assess the consumer-preferred quality attributes of cassava flour and how they contest with the scientific recommended quality attributes.
iii. To evaluate perceived threat of cassava cyanide poisoning among the Lugbara communities
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 17:04:54 |
2028-04-11 |
Agricultural Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Nelly Jaden Aggrey
ID: UNCST-2024-R004165
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COMMUNITY INTERVENTIONS TOWARDS PREGNENCY- RELATED CHALLENGES AMONG TEENAGERS IN MBARARA DISTRICT SOUTHWESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS3644ES
TO ASSESS COMMUNITY INTERVENTIONS AIMED AT ADDRESSING PREGNANCY- RELATED SOCIAL AND HEALTH CHALLENGES AMONG TEENAERS IN MBARARA DISTRICT, SOUTHWESTERN
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South Sudan |
2025-04-11 17:03:39 |
2028-04-11 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Ian Ortega
ID: UNCST-2024-R016038
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Factors Influencing Newspaper Readership in Kampala, Uganda
REFNo: SS3651ES
i) To establish the influence of demographics on newspaper readership in Kampala.
ii) To establish the influence of socioeconomic status on newspaper readership in Kampala.
iii) To establish the influence of technology on newspaper readership in Kampala.
iv) To establish the influence of content perceptions on newspaper readership in Kampala.
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 16:59:22 |
2028-04-11 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Enock Kabanda
ID: UNCST-2023-R005775
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PREVALENCE AND DETERMINANTS OF DEPRESSION AMONG JUNIOR POLICE OFFICERS IN KAMPALA METROPOLITAN AREA
REFNo: SS3669ES
1. To determine the prevalence of depression among junior police officers in the Kampala metropolitan area.
2. To determine the factors causing depression among junior police officers in the Kampala metropolitan area.
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 16:57:44 |
2028-04-11 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Emmanuel Sendaula
ID: UNCST-2020-R014767
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A Pilot Study of the Self-Assessment Tool for Mental Health in Children and Youth
REFNo: HS5608ES
Main objective
To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the inerRAI Self-Reported Assessment for Mental Health in Youth (SAMHY) and the interRAI Parent/Caregiver Assessment Report of Mental Health for Children and Youth (PAMHY) in Uganda.
Specific objectives:
a) To assess the feasibility of the SAMHY and PAMHY among children and youth aged 4–21 years in Uganda.
b) To determine the acceptability of the SAMHY and PAMHY tools among participants, caregivers, and assessors in Uganda
c) To collect comprehensive data on mental health, well-being, and social determinants impacting children and youth.
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Uganda |
2025-04-11 16:55:21 |
2028-04-11 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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