Approved Research This page provides a searchable list of all research protocols that have been reviewed and approved by the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology(UNCST).
Search By Approval Date:
Clear Filter Total: 6,466
Name Title Nationality Approval Date Expiry Date Field of Science/Classification Trial Type Research Type  
Paul Edabu
ID: UNCST-2025-R016842
Socio-ecological factors and mental health of refugee children aged 10 to 17 years in Imvepi settlement-Terego District, West Nile region
REFNo: SS3792ES

1. To examine the prevalence of mental health issues among refugee children in West Nile region.
2. To explore the socio-ecological risk factors contributing to mental health issues in refugee children in West Nile region.
3. To investigate the protective factors and coping mechanisms that support the mental health of refugee children in West Nile region.
4. To establish the effectiveness of current community and systemic interventions to support the mental health of refugee children in West Nile region

Uganda 2025-07-08 10:36:02 2028-07-08 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Isaac Ssewanyana
ID: UNCST-2020-R014336
Use of Remnant Clinical Samples from Health Facilities for Micronutrient Surveillance in Uganda
REFNo: HS6218ES

3.Determine the prevalence micronutrient deficiency using remnant clinical samples ,2. Analyze remnant clinical samples for micronutrient and inflammatory biomarkers using a multiplex assay,1.Establish a mechanism for acquisition, storage and transportation of remnant clinical samples from health facilities ,
Uganda 2025-07-07 13:37:02 2028-07-07 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Daniel Lubanga
ID: UNCST-2025-R018596
Displacement, Mental Health, and Access to Care: Understanding Women Refugee’s Well-being in Urban Uganda
REFNo: SS3943ES


Investigate the primary mental health and psychosocial support challenges faced by refugee women in Kampala.

Examine the structural barriers (e.g., documentation requirements, bureaucratic delays, geographic access) that hinder mental health care access.

Identify facilitators and resilience factors that support mental well-being and access to mental health and psychosocial support services.
Uganda 2025-07-04 15:20:27 2028-07-04 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Aidah Nanvuma
ID: UNCST-2024-R015734
Assessing Health Care Providers Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices on Sexually Transmitted Infections Post Exposure Prophylaxis in Urban Clinics in Kampala, Uganda.
REFNo: HS6083ES

1. Assess knowledge of STI PEP among HCPs in urban health facilities in Uganda. 2. Evaluate attitudes towards STI PEP among HCP in urban health facilities in Uganda. 3. Characterise current practices related to STI PEP among HCP in urban health facilities in Uganda.
Uganda 2025-07-04 14:27:02 2028-07-04 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Julius Kizito
ID: UNCST-2025-R017731
From shadows to spotlight: Behavioral observation of East African pottos (Perodicticus ibeanus) in Kibale National Park, community knowledge and awareness about pottos.
REFNo: NS950ES

To investigate the behavioral repertoire, and substrate use, of pottos in Kibale National Park and adjacent villages, assess community knowledge and awareness of people living near the park about pottos, and conduct conservation education
Uganda 2025-07-04 14:18:55 2028-07-04 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
View Sort By:

"A prosperous Science and Technology Led Ugandan Society."