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Lydia Nakiyingi
ID: UNCST-2022-R010102
Computer-aided point-of-care ultrasound for TB active case finding (POCUS-TB)
REFNo: HS2518ES

The overall goal of this study is to develop an integrated point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS)-based computer-aided decision support system that will meet or exceed the minimum target performance criteria of a triage test for pulmonary TB.

Primary objectives:

1. Generate a high-quality annotated POCUS dataset and optimized POCUS scanning protocol for TB screening across the spectrum of early to advanced infection.
2. Develop a computer decision support algorithm for POCUS-based detection of TB with the integration of clinical and epidemiologic TB risk variables.

Uganda 2023-06-20 12:19:28 2026-06-20 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Francispillai Erin
ID:
Assessing freshwater fish response to deforestation-induced warming
REFNo: NS564ES

The broad goal of this project is to understand the effects of deforestation on freshwater fishes. The project will specifically explore the effects of deforestation on the behaviour, ecophysiology, and morphology of fishes by comparing populations of a cyprinid fish that occur both on forested and deforested streams.
Canada 2023-06-20 12:16:12 2026-06-20 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Catherine Kiwuka
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GENETIC, PHENOTYPIC AND PHYLOGEOGRAPHICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF LIBERICA COFFEE
REFNo: A294ES

1) To understand the genetic diversity of Liberica coffee (across its natural range and in cultivation), and its correspondence to physical features (morphology), chemistry (data already available) and sensory characteristics (some data already available).
2) Elucidate patterns of genetic diversity across cultivated and wild C. liberica in Uganda.
3) Place cultivated Ugandan genotypes within a country-wide and African-wide perspective. In particular we will focus on the origin of farmed Liberica in Uganda: to ascertain whether they are from an indigenous source (i.e. one of the two forest locations in Uganda where this species has been recorded), or not. Farmers in Uganda say that this coffee travelled with previous generations from the forest. National and regional identity will be an asset for the marketing and development of Liberica-excelsa (kisansa coffee).
4) Propose a new, and much-needed, intraspecific classification for C. liberica.

Uganda 2023-06-20 12:09:34 2026-06-20 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Karembe Ahimbisibwe F
ID: UNCST-2023-R008155
Balancing survival and compliance: Enacted citizenship in Uganda during the times of uncertainties (EnaCIT) Social Science and Humanities RefNo: SS1765ES
REFNo: SS1769ES

To understand how tension, conflict and coalescing between alternative sources and rationalities of sense-making manifest in the enacted citizenship that emerges among the urban residents in times of uncertainties,To analyse the sources of authority urban residents draw upon to make sense of Covid-19, and to decide between responses of compliance with and resistance to the pandemic measures such as SOPs, lockdowns, and vaccines,To explore the diverse ways of coping and seeking help urban residents affected by the Covid-19 restrictions use to survive and secure their livelihoods,To investigate experiences of enacted citizenship in the times of uncertainty,
Uganda 2023-06-20 12:06:41 2026-06-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
ATUHAIRE EDGAR
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EFFECT AND IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS OF THE YOUNG PERSONS AND ADOLESCENTS PEER SUPPORTERS’ INTERVENTION ON STIGMA AND VIRAL LOAD SUPPRESSION AMONG HIV-POSITIVE ADOLESCENTS IN NORTHERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS2852ES

4. To evaluate the effect of the YAPS intervention on stigma reduction among HIV-positive adolescents in Uganda,3. To evaluate the effect of the YAPS intervention on viral load suppression among HIV-positive adolescents in Uganda,2. To explore the facilitators to implementation of the young persons and Adolescent Peer Support intervention in Uganda,1. To explore the barriers to implementation of the young persons and Adolescent Peer Support intervention in Uganda,To evaluate the effect of the young persons and adolescents' peer supporter’s intervention on stigma and viral suppression among HIV-positive adolescents in Northern Uganda.,
Uganda 2023-06-20 12:05:10 2026-06-20 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Penilope Tusaasiirwe
ID: UNCST-2023-R008393
UPCYCLING POST-CONSUMER TEXTILE WASTE FOR ART PRODUCTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS, UGANDA
REFNo: SS1728ES

1. Establish textile design students’ knowledge, attitude, and perceptions towards post-consumer textiles disposal and upcycling concerning environmental sustainability at Higher Education Institutions in Uganda.
2. Examine post-consumer textile waste upcycled artworks addressing environmental sustainability at Higher Education Institutions in Uganda.
3. Construct a subjective visual interpretation of selected post-consumer textile waste upcycled artworks to promote environmental sustainability.

Uganda 2023-06-20 12:02:08 2026-06-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Timothy  Muwonge Ronald
ID: UNCST-2020-R014680
KNOWLEDGE, PERCEPTIONS AND LIVED EXPERIENCES OF U=U AMONG HIV SERODIFFERENT PARTNERS IN UGANDA AND TANZANIA
REFNo: HS2900ES

Objective 3: To determine factors that may affect acceptance of U=U effectiveness among HIV sero-different partners.,Objective 2: To explore the perceptions and lived experiences of U=U for HIV prevention among serodifferent partners,Objective 1: To explore knowledge and understanding of U=U among HIV serodifferent partners. ,
Uganda 2023-06-20 12:00:23 2026-06-20 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Moses Adriko
ID: UNCST-2019-R001787
Improving POC-CCA reliability and interpretation in low and high S. mansoni endemicity settings using recombinant Ab-based POC-CCAs and improved quality assurance and control
REFNo: HS2788ES

This study aims to demonstrate the performance of the new recPOC-CCA rapid test in areas of low and high schistosomiasis endemicity, in comparison to the current POC-CCA test and KK microscopy.
Objective I: The study will also evaluate the use of 1-3 calibrator samples to provide clear visual guidance to the appropriate cutoff G-Scores for the recPOC-CCA test, for the end user to use within an endemic setting.
Objective II: This will reduce batch-to-batch variations, and reduce the impact of the often subjective Trace readings around the cutoff of the test. LatentClassAnalysis(LCA)willbeperformedwiththediagnostictestsdatatoestimatethetrueinfection status of the participants, and the probability of each diagnostic test to accurately predict infection, demonstrating how LCA can improve data interpretation to support MDA program decision making.

Uganda 2023-06-20 11:57:46 2026-06-20 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
RONALD KIZITO
ID:
Implementation of facility-based primary distribution of HIV self-tests in public health facilities in Uganda
REFNo: HS2938ES

• Measure the impact of the introduction of HIVST on the number of total HIV tests performed and number of positive cases identified compared to only offering conventional testing
• Assess the operational considerations, including infrastructure, required to successfully introduce primary distribution of HIVST

Uganda 2023-06-20 11:54:57 2026-06-20 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Agnes Kyamulabi
ID:
CROSS-BORDER OPPORTUNITIES FOR MIGRATION, PEACE AND SELF-SUSTENANCE (COMPASS)
REFNo: SS1736ES

Objective 1: To establish the existing income generating and livelihood opportunities and identify the gaps that can be fixed by the COMPASS project.

Objective 2: To assess the level of understanding and experiences of safety and enjoyment of human rights among displacement affected persons in Uganda and South Sudan.

Objective 3:To examine the level of accessibility to integrated basic services by displacement affected persons before the intervention is implemented

Uganda 2023-06-20 11:51:26 2026-06-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
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