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Hannah Tusabe Not Applicable
ID: UNCST-2025-R022045
 EXPLORING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF EARLY GRADE READING METHODOLOGY IN UGANDA PRIMARY SCHOOLS
REFNo: SS4540ES

1.3.1 Main Objective

To explore the implementation of Early-Grade Reading Methodology in primary schools in Uganda.

1.3.2 Specific Objectives

To establish the current practices of Early-Grade Reading methodologies by teachers in primary schools in Uganda.

To identify the challenges teachers face in implementing Early-Grade Reading methodologies in their classrooms.

To determine strategies that can be adopted to improve the implementation of Early-Grade Reading methodologies in Ugandan primary schools.
 Uganda 2025-10-29 12:51:10 2028-10-29 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
richard kasirye
ID: UNCST-2025-R018157
 Instructional Technologies for Teacher Education at Busitema University: Application of Skills to Practice
REFNo: SS4450ES

The study aims to answer: How do Busitema University’s teacher education alumni apply ICT knowledge and skills in the secondary schools where they teach? What are their experiences in using ICT in their classrooms? How can the university improve the teacher education program to better prepare graduates for technology-enhanced teaching?
 Uganda 2025-10-29 12:48:06 2028-10-29 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ALEX KAYONGO
ID: UNCST-2019-R001641
 Clonotyping Airway T-cells to Uncover Microbiome-Specific Inflammotypes in HIV-Associated COPD
REFNo: HS6625ES

Study Aim:
To investigate the airway microbiome-specific inflammotypes in COPD among HIV-infected individuals in a rural Uganda.

Specific objectives
1.To determine, in vitro, the CD4+T-cell clonotypic library specific to airway bacterial species associated with COPD among HIV-infected individuals in rural Uganda.

2.To determine, ex vivo, the microbiome-specific clonotypic landscape of BAL-derived CD4+T cells from a cohort of individuals stratified by HIV and COPD in rural Uganda.

3.To validate airway microbiome-specific inflammotypes among individuals with COPD transitioning from stable disease to exacerbation and back to stable disease.

 Uganda 2025-10-29 12:47:04 2028-10-29 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
AGNESS NATABA
ID: UNCST-2024-R002018
 Reclaiming Rights:Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom Women and their Quest for Reparative Justice from British Colonialism
REFNo: SS4501ES

1. To examine how historical injustices faced by women in the Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom during British colonial rule affected their cultural setting. 2. To evaluate existing reparative justice efforts for women in the Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom. 3. To assess how gender-responsiveness the existing reparative efforts are in fostering inclusive justice, healing, and environmental justice for women in the Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom.
Uganda 2025-10-29 12:44:59 2028-10-29 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
JACOB BIBOHERE
ID: UNCST-2025-R021298
 Assessment of CDC Data Triangulation Activities to Enhance Immunization and Vaccine-Preventable Disease Surveillance Programs in Selected African Countries
REFNo: HS6596ES

1.To assess the extent to which data triangulation has been integrated into the existing immunization and/or VPD surveillance staff workload, program processes, and practices at national and sub- national levels. 2.To identify programmatic successes, challenges, enabling factors, and innovations reported by immunization and/or VPD program staff through the application of triangulation analytic tools. 3.To examine the immunization programmatic decisions, actions, and outcomes that have been informed by the use of data triangulation concepts. 4.To explore and identify sustainability strategies and recommendations for ensuring that data triangulation and existing tools remain integrated into routine program activities.
 Uganda 2025-10-29 12:42:52 2028-10-29 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Shivan Kamugisha Kaitesi
ID: UNCST-2025-R019815
 Socio-Ecological Systems Assessment of Factors Influencing the Lion population in the Greater Virunga Landscape
REFNo: NS989ES

1. Develop a population dynamics model for lions in the Greater Virunga Landscape 2. Assess the functionality of lion movement corridors within GVL 3. Examine the impacts of land use and climate change on the suitable habitat for lions 4. Evaluate factors of human-lion conflict and develop strategies for conflict mitigation and coexistence.
Uganda 2025-10-29 12:41:40 2028-10-29 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Michael Harvey
ID: UNCST-2025-R022115
 HERPETOFAUNAL DIVERSITY AND BASELINE ECOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT IN SELECT SITES OF NORTHERN AND WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: NS1049ES

• Generate a list of reptiles and amphibians inhabiting Mount Kadam and surrounding areas
• Compare the distributions of reptiles and amphibians across different habitats within the boundaries of the research site.
• Establish a reference collection of vouchered specimens from the reserve in a local international research collection/museum.
• Tabulate baseline ecological data for each species (see data collection for details)
• Involve local community, students, and other stakeholders in survey methods and data recording
• Publish results of survey in peer-reviewed scientific journals

 USA 2025-10-24 17:36:31 2028-10-24 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
DENISH  ONGOL OGWANG
ID: UNCST-2025-R022077
 THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRISONERS’ RIGHT TO VOTE IN UGANDA. A CASE STUDY OF LUZIRA PRISONS, 1995-2021
REFNo: SS4502ES

1. To assess the adequacy of the legal framework for the implementation of prisoners’ right to vote in Uganda.
2. To identify the challenges that Luzira Prisons face in the implementation of the prisoners’ right to vote
3. To develop a framework for the implementation of the prisoners’ right to vote in Uganda.

Uganda 2025-10-24 17:35:10 2028-10-24 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Mudarshiru Bbuye
ID: UNCST-2025-R019080
 EXPLORING THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN AIR QUALITY AND THE BURDEN OF RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONS IN KAMPALA, UGANDA
REFNo: HS6603ES

General objective To explore the impact of ambient air pollution on the incidence, prevalence, and severity of respiratory tract infections, and the extent of enforcement of air quality control policies and regulations in Kampala, Uganda, a low-resourced urban setting Specific Objectives 1.To conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to quantify the association between ambient air pollution and respiratory tract infections in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). 2. To characterise the spatial variation in ambient PM2.5 exposure and its correlation with respiratory tract infection health effect among sub-populations in Kampala, Uganda 3.To determine the effect of air quality policies and regulations on the long-term ambient PM2.5 levels and the respiratory tract infections health effects in Kampala, Uganda. 4. To explore the limitations of adaptation and enforcement of air pollution control policies and regulations to reduce the ambient air pollution health effects in Kampala, Uganda.
 Uganda 2025-10-24 17:34:12 2028-10-24 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Dr. James Wasike Mangeni Byanasaye
ID: UNCST-2020-R008019
 DENTAL ANTIMICROBIAL STEWARDSHIP IN UGANDA - DEVELOPING AN EVIDENCE BASED INTERVENTION
REFNo: HS6561ES

Aim: To develop evidence-based, behaviour science informed antimicrobial stewardship intervention aimed at reducing antibiotic prescribing to adult patients for dental issues.
Objectives:
1. To understand the factors that influence antibiotic prescribing by health care practitioners to adult patients for dental issues.
2. To explore the perspectives of patients seeking dental care on the use of antibiotics for dental issues.
3. To explore community stakeholders' perspectives on the use of antibiotics for dental issues
4. To co-produce an evidence-based, behaviour science informed dental antibiotic stewardship intervention for Uganda.


 Uganda 2025-10-24 17:32:56 2028-10-24 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Deogratius Ssemwanga
ID: UNCST-2025-R021563
 Performance Evaluation for Diagnostic Tests
REFNo: HS6649ES

Primary Objective

The overall objectives of this performance evaluation are:

• To verify the performance characteristics of new on-the-market NAATs and antigen RDTs.
• To establish well-characterized viral pathogen sera/plasma reference panels to support evaluation efforts and quality assurance.

• To evaluate the performance characteristics of new, on-the-market, EIAs and RDTs (IgA, IgG and IgM).
• To train laboratory and POC staff in biosecurity and the required technical skills to perform diagnostic testing.

Specific Objectives:

• To confirm whether or not a new NAAT complies with the manufacturer’s specifications,
• To determine the performance equivalence of new on-the-market NAATs, including POC devices, using available gold standards (or any other comparatively/equally as good WHO/FDA approved NAAT),
• To determine the performance equivalence of new on-the-market antigen tests against the gold-standard NAAT,
• To determine the sensitivity and specificity of new on-the-market diagnostic EIAs and RDTs against a gold-standard method,
• To evaluate the operational characteristics of new on-the-market immunoassays. Operational utility characteristics that may be considered include;
o ease of performance
o specimen type utility
o inter-reader variability
o reaction endpoint stability
o suitability for use in facilities with limited infrastructure (no/limited electricity, no/limited clean water)
• To document SOPs and train laboratory staff in performing testing using recommended diagnostic tests,
• To establish a repository of well-characterized natural infection and vaccination sera/plasma as well as swabs/extracted RNA to support future evaluation and verification of immunoassays.
• To establish a cohort of natural infection and vaccinated cases in the country whose samples and demographic characteristics will be used to help understand the dynamics of human immunity development to viral infection in order to inform the clinical interpretation of the various diagnostic assays.

 Uganda 2025-10-24 17:31:36 2028-10-24 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Grace Muzanyi
ID: UNCST-2021-R013731
 Exploration Of the Correlation Between Active TB Immunological Markers and Sputum Culture: A Cytokine TB (CYTO-TB) Study
REFNo: HS6426ES

Main Objective
1. To explore the correlation of TB immunological markers (IL-2, IL-2Ra, I-P10, MIP-β, MCP-1) and TB sputum cultures at five-time points: before the start of treatment (Month 0), then Months 1, 2, 5, and 6.
Specific Objectives
1. 1. To assess the level of each or a combination of cytokines at the time points of active TB diagnosis, months 1, 2, 5, and 6, and how they relate to sputum culture on liquid (days to positivity) and solid (quantitative colony counts) media
2. 2. 2. To assess the baseline level of each cytokine or a combination and how it correlates with (a) the clinical response to TB treatment at months 1, 2, 5, and 6; (b) the clinical severity, and radiographic extent (severity) of TB disease at diagnosis and end of treatment.
3. 3. To evaluate the differences in the TB cytokine levels between active and latent TB during treatment with ERHZ (for active TB), and 6H (for latent TB), stratified by HIV status
4. 4. To evaluate the TB cytokine levels across three populations of active TB, Latent TB, and TB-exposed healthy volunteers who are TST/IGRA negative
5. 5. To compare the cost-effectiveness of TB immunological markers against sputum culture (standard of care).
 Uganda 2025-10-24 17:30:54 2028-10-24 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Wilber Sabiiti
ID: UNCST-2024-R016293
 UNDERSTANDING INFECTIOUS AND NON-INFECTIOUS DISEASE TRENDS IN KANUNGU DISTRICT TO INFORM PUBLIC HEALTH PLANNING AND INTERVENTIONS
REFNo: HS6462ES

1. Determine types and trends of diseases in Kanungu from 2015–2025.
2. Compare quality and quantity of HCF records with MoH’s DHSI data.

 Uganda 2025-10-24 17:28:54 2028-10-24 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Agatha Nakibuule Martha
ID: UNCST-2024-R016574
 EXPLORING HIV SELF-TESTING: PERCEPTIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF SEX WORKERS AND MALE CLIENTS ON KOOME ISLAND, UGANDA
REFNo: HS6306ES

1.3 Objectives
1.3.1 General objective
The overall objective of this study is to increase the adoption and use of HIVST kits among sex workers and their clients on Koome Island, by qualitatively exploring their perceptions, preferences and experiences of using HIVST kits for HIV prevention, and assessing how HIVST may influence status disclosure, behaviour change and linkage to care.
1.3.2 Specific objectives
1. To explore the perceptions, preferences and experiences of HIV self-testing among sex workers on Koome Island.
2. To explore the perceptions, preferences and experiences of HIV self-testing among male clients of sex workers on Koome Island.
3. To assess perceptions, practices, and norms of sex worker peers and healthcare providers that may influence HIVST scale-up and implementation for sex workers and their clients in island fishing communities.


 Uganda 2025-10-24 17:27:53 2028-10-24 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
MUGISHA BRIAN
ID: UNCST-2025-R017969
 Evaluating Health Workers' Competence in Utilizing Electronic Health Records Systems for Quality Service Delivery in Hospitals: Greater Bushenyi, Uganda
REFNo: SIR541ES

Major Objective
-The purpose of this study is to Evaluate Health Workers' Competence in Utilizing Electronic Health Records Systems for Quality Service Delivery in Selected Hospitals in Greater Bushenyi, Uganda.

Specific Objective
1.To establish the current state of Electronic Health Records within hospitals in the Greater Bushenyi region, Uganda.
2.To establish essential requirements for the development of a comprehensive framework model, focusing on the evaluation of effective usage of EHRs.
3.To develop a competence-based framework tailored for evaluating the usage of EHRs in hospitals in the Greater Bushenyi region, Uganda.
4.To Evaluate and validate the effectiveness of the developed framework for assessing EHRs within hospitals in the Greater Bushenyi region, Uganda.

 Uganda 2025-10-24 17:15:31 2028-10-24 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
AISHA NAJJUMA
ID: UNCST-2025-R017830
 CONFLICT RESOLUTION STRATEGIES AND ACADEMIC STAFF PERFORMANCE OF PRIVATE CHARTERED UNIVERSITIES IN KAMPALA, UGANDA
REFNo: SS4149ES

i) To evaluate the effect of competitive strategy on academic staff performance of private chartered universities in Kampala, Uganda ii) To examine the effect of collaborative strategy on academic staff performance of private chartered universities in Kampala, Uganda iii) To assess the effect of accommodating strategy on academic staff performance of private chartered universities in Kampala, Uganda iv) To examine the effect of negotiation strategy on academic staff performance of private chartered universities in Kampala, Uganda v) To evaluate the effect of confrontation strategy on academic staff performance of private chartered universities in Kampala, Uganda. vi) To assess the moderating effect of leadership styles in the relationship between conflict resolution and academic staff performance of private chartered universities in Kampala,
Uganda 2025-10-24 17:10:26 2028-10-24 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Peter  Babyenda
ID: UNCST-2023-R007975
 Energy Demand and Efficiency among Households and Small and Medium Scale Industries in Uganda
REFNo: SS4418ES

To understand the interlinkages in energy demand, efficiency, and productivity of households and small and medium-scale industries in Uganda.,Determine the impact of energy efficiency on Productivity of Households and Small and Medium Scale Industries. ,Identify the determinants of energy efficiency among small and medium scale industries in Uganda. ,Establish factors influencing energy demand and efficiency among households in Uganda ,
 Uganda 2025-10-21 9:27:02 2028-10-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
Alen Musisi
ID: UNCST-2022-R009338
 Exploring the Frequency and Perceived Scope of Radiation Protection Information in Continuous Medical Education Among Radiation Workers in Uganda
REFNo: HS6455ES

To explore the frequency and perceived scope of radiation protection information provided through continuous medical education programs for radiation workers in Uganda
 Uganda 2025-10-21 9:22:28 2028-10-21 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Susan Park
ID: UNCST-2025-R019397
 Global Governance, Ecojustice and the Independent Accountability Mechanisms
REFNo: SS4370ES

This project uses an eco-justice frame to analyse publicly available submissions by communities seeking recourse for environmental and social harm as a result of the pipeline financed by the World Bank Group and the Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) to investigate whether they lead to improvements for people and ecosystems at project sites.
Australia 2025-10-21 9:17:15 2028-10-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Alex Semusu
ID: UNCST-2025-R018018
 CREDIT RISK MANAGEMENT POLICIES AND LOAN PERFORMANCE IN THE BANKING SECTOR OF CENTRAL UGANDA
REFNo: SS4123ES

1.4 General Objectives
To investigate the relationship between Credit Risk Management Policies and Loan Performance in the banking sector in Central Uganda.
1.4.1 Specific Objectives
i. To assess the relationship between the Credit Limit policy and Loan Performance in the banking sector of Central Uganda.
ii. To explore how the Credit Collection policy relates to Loan Performance in the banking sector of Central Uganda.
iii. To investigate the relationship between Credit Monitoring policy and Loan Performance in the banking sector of Central Uganda.
iv. To ascertain the influence of government policies on credit risk management policies and loan performance in the banking sector of Central Uganda.

 Uganda 2025-10-21 9:10:22 2028-10-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Kyambadde Ronald
ID: UNCST-2025-R016678
 HIGH DOSE VS STANDARD DOSE CAFFEINE THERAPY FOR APNEA OF PREMATURITY: A RANDOMISED CONTROL TRIAL.
REFNo: HS5776ES

To compare the efficacy and safety of high-dose caffeine citrate (loading dose 40 mg/kg/day, and maintenance of 20mg/kg/day), versus standard dose (loading dose of 20 mg/kg/day, maintenance of 10mg/kg/day), in preventing the occurrence and reducing the frequency of apneas among preterm infants ≤ 34 weeks’ gestation with Apnea Of Prematurity in the first 7 days of life.


Specific Objectives

1. To determine the effect of high dose compared to standard dose of caffeine on the incidence of apnea of prematurity among preterm babies at St. Francis Hospital, Nsambya, and Uganda
Martyrs’ Hospital Lubaga.

2. To determine the side effects of high dose compared to standard dose caffeine in preterm infants.
 Uganda 2025-10-21 9:08:50 2028-10-21 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Degree Award
Sulaiman Kiggundu
ID: UNCST-2025-R017887
 Enhancing early childhood education through use of low-cost instructional resources: A case study in Nsangi subcounty, Wakiso district.
REFNo: SS3748ES

Understanding how best to support ECD teachers in using low-cost instructional resources Explore strategies for supporting ECD teachers in Nsangi Subcounty to effectively utilize low-cost instructional resources
 Uganda 2025-10-21 9:05:46 2028-10-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Raymond  Chisara
ID: UNCST-2024-R004454
 Digital Business Leadership Framework for Successful Digital Transformation In Africa: A Case Study of African Companies
REFNo: SS3647ES

Main Objectives
1. To develop a digital business leadership framework for Africa. Delete
Specific Objectives
1. To conceptualise digital business leadership in Africa. Delete
2. To critically review the impact of values and culture on digital business leadership in Africa Delete
3. To compare digital leadership in Africa and the rest of the world. Delete
4. To discover the challenges faced by digital leaders in Africa. Delete
5. To analyse the impact of extreme contexts on the emergence, viability, and sustainability of digital leadership in Africa.

 Zimbabwe 2025-10-21 9:02:19 2028-10-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Allen Kabagenyi
ID: UNCST-2019-R000665
 An Empirical Evaluation of The Impact of The Pre-entry Exams at Makerere University School of Law: A Case Study of The Legal, Policy and Regulatory Implications
REFNo: SS4301ES

1. The overall performance of students at MAKSOL in the five academic years since inception of the pre-entry exams in academic year 2012/13
4 (in comparison to overall performance in the five academic years preceding academic year 2012/13)
2. Any correlation (whether positive or negative) between the top percentile
of the pre-entry exam and the top percentile of the CGPA at graduation from MAKSOL;
3. To infer as to whether the relationship between pre-entry exams and FYGPA is consistent across the subsequent academic years for the
different cohorts of the enrollees.
4. To explore the trainers and students’ perceptions and attitudes towards
pre-entry exams assessment as s requirement for admission into the MAKSOL
5. To examine the extent of diversity in admission based on the schools which have sent students to MAKSOL and to compare this with the
diversity prior to the introduction of the pre-entry exam.
 Uganda 2025-10-21 9:00:06 2028-10-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Herbert Ainamani Elvis
ID: UNCST-2020-R014674
 Exploring the Psycho-therapeutic Approaches utilized by Psychotherapists practicing from in Central and Western Uganda
REFNo: SS3492ES

To understand Psychological approaches utilized by psychotherapists in Uganda and how these approaches these therapies have been adapted to suit the Ugandan culture,4.4. To understand how the Ugandan Psychotherapists have modified the western therapies to suit the Ugandan culture,3. To explore Psychotherapeutic treatment approaches utilized by Psychotherapists in western and central Uganda ,2. To understand the common mental health disorders diagnosed by psychotherapists in western and central Uganda. ,1. To explore Psychotherapeutic treatment approaches utilized by Psychotherapists in western and central Uganda ,To understand how the Ugandan Psychotherapists have modified the western therapies to suit the Ugandan culture.,To explore Psychotherapeutic approaches utilized by Psychotherapists in Uganda,1)To evaluate the baseline knowledge of diagnostic procedures and various treatment approaches used by Psychotherapists in Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-10-21 8:55:28 2028-10-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Gloria Abura-Meerdink Akello
ID: UNCST-2023-R007309
 A Community Engaged Approach to Investigating the Transferability of Youth Readiness Intervention (YRI) for Adolescents facing Adversity in Post conflict School-Based Settings in Northern Uganda: Barriers and Strategies to Increase Adoptability, Acceptability, and Usefulness
REFNo: SS4496ES

To identify barriers and strategies to inform a culturally sensitive and context-appropriate adaptation of YRI for adolescents in Northern Uganda. ,To develop a regional Youth Mental Health Research-Community-Practice-Policy Collaborative in Northern Uganda that includes youth and multi-disciplinary stakeholders from communities, schools, and regional education and mental health systems (n = 10). ,
 Uganda 2025-10-20 11:54:44 2028-10-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
Yueh-ya Hsu
ID: UNCST-2025-R021249
 The Impact of Microcredit for Refugees and Host Communities
REFNo: SS4473ES

The aim of this project is to provide some of the first evidence on the benefits of extending credit to refugees, with a focus on documenting both financial and psychosocial gains. The team's close partnership with the UNHCR and the World Bank ensures that the results can be quickly disseminated to key actors in this space. UNHCR operates in over 136 countries and collaborates closely with implementing partners to develop and disseminate impactful programs. They are eager to build a body of evidence to inform the pursuit of certain policies over others, and facilitate discussions with local governments about implementing these policies.
 Taiwan 2025-10-17 19:36:16 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Phillip Kasirye Kasirye
ID: UNCST-2022-R011083
 mHealth-enabled User-friendly Light-based Stroke Screening and Assessment in Pediatric Sickle Cell Disease in Uganda (MULISA)
REFNo: HS6657ES

1. Evaluate the preliminary performance of CW-NIRS/SCOS in children with sickle cell disease
2. Identify user needs to inform the design of a mobile health-enabled stroke screening tool.

 Uganda 2025-10-17 19:33:45 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Noeline Nakasujja
ID: UNCST-2019-R001428
 Vitamin D and Gut Microbiota and Dementia rick in older adults with chronic HIV infection and demographically matched community controls. Adverse Synergy of Gut Dysbiosis and Vitamin D Deficiency in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia among Community Controls and Older Adults with Chronic HIV-infection
REFNo: HS6600ES

2) To interrogate the potential for heightened ADRD risk in sub-groups that differ according to co-prevalent chronic HIV infection, NCD (specifically high blood pressure), as well as genetic risk such as APOE e4. ,1) To investigate how changes in the composition and metabolic capacity of the gut microbiota contribute to dysregulations in the metabolome of VD and impact ADRD, through an enhanced inflammatory response (systemic, intestinal and CNS). ,
 Uganda 2025-10-17 19:32:06 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Brenda Apeta
ID: UNCST-2025-R021698
 Historicising Gender Socialisation of Children In Lango Culture
REFNo: SS4515ES

I. To trace the evolution of gender roles, gender expectations, and social practices in Lango culture before the 19th century through to 2025.
II. To analyse how the evolution of children’s gender socialisation in Lango culture has influenced their gender identity.
III. To investigate the current perceptions of the Lango regarding traditional gender socialisation practices.
IV. To examine changes and continuity of gender-related cultural practices that foster or challenge gender equality among children.

Uganda 2025-10-17 19:28:23 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Beatrice Kimono Washi
ID: UNCST-2025-R016727
 EXPLORING ADOLESCENT AUTONOMY IN HIV RESEARCH PARTICIPATION: PERCEPTIONS, BARRIERS, AND RECRUITMENT STRATEGIES IN KALUNGU DISTRICT.
REFNo: HS6504ES

Main Objectve:
To evaluate adolescents’ perceptions of autonomy in HIV research participation, identify the barriers that limit this autonomy, and assess research recruitment strategies used in Kalungu district.
specific objectives:
1. To assess adolescents’ perceptions of autonomy in making decisions about HIV research participation in Kalungu district.
2. To identify the barriers to adolescent autonomy during HIV research participation in Kalungu district.
3. To examine the strategies used to recruit adolescents into HIV research in Kalungu district.


 Uganda 2025-10-17 19:26:25 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Degree Award
Mercy Wanyana Mugonola
ID: UNCST-2023-R006482
 INNOVATIVE WORK BEHAVIOR AMONG ACADEMIC STAFF IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4389ES

Generally, the study seeks to explore strategies for enhancing innovative work behavior among academic staff in public universities. The study's major objective is to improve innovative work behaviors (IWB) by developing an IWB model that integrates the constructs of servant leadership, perceived organizational support, organizational culture, and employee empowerment from three different theories: social exchange, Denison's Organizational Culture Model, and Spritzer's empowerment theory. Specifically, eight objectives underpin this study namely: 1) to examine the relationship between servant leadership and IWB among academic staff of public universities, 2) to examine the correlation between perceived organization support and IWB of academic staff of public universities, 3) to assess the association between psychological empowerment and IWB among academic staff of public universities, 4) to examine the degree of association between servant leadership and psychological empowerment, 5) to determine the relationship between perceived organizational support and psychological empowerment among academic staff of public universities, 6) to examine the mediating influence of psychological empowerment in the relationship between servant leadership and IWB, 7) to examine the relationship between psychological empowerment and academic staff IWB and finally, 8) to assess how the relationship between perceived organizational support and IWB among staff of public universities is mediated by psychological empowerment.
Uganda 2025-10-17 19:24:25 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
LYDIACATRINA NAKIBWAMI
ID: UNCST-2024-R015974
 Perceptions And Experiences Of Married People Regarding Socioeconomic Status And Marital Happiness In Kawempe Division
REFNo: SS4328ES

I. To explore married people’s understanding of marital happiness
II. To examine the lived experiences of married people regarding socioeconomic status and marital happiness.
III. To discover the perceptions of married people regarding socioeconomic status and marital happiness.

 Uganda 2025-10-17 19:22:52 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Anthony  Batte
ID: UNCST-2022-R011127
 Assessing Worldwide Acute Kidney Injury Epidemiology in Neonates( AWAKEN) 2.0 Study
REFNo: HS6568ES

Determine if AKI can predict chronic kidney disease, recurrent AKI and hypertension during early childhood,Determine if AKI is independently associated with mortality, length of stay, and discharge serum creatinine (SCr). ,Describe prevalence of AKI in a multi-national multi-center retrospective cohort, 5 years after the original AWAKEN study,
 Uganda 2025-10-17 19:20:52 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-degree Award
Martin Mutambuka
ID: UNCST-2025-R020119
 A comparative assessment of workload and resource utilization among Ugandan women associated with cooking of selected commercial beans
REFNo: A645ES

(1) To determine the Cooking Times of selected popular, commercial bean varieties (both Biofortified and non Biofortified) under a controlled laboratory environment. (2) To determine the Cooking Times and Costs of Resources used for selected commercial bean varieties under Household Field Kitchen environments (using firewood, charcoal and briquettes). (3) To determine how time saved from various activities translates into women’s ability to undertake additional productive ventures. (4) To determine Consumer Acceptability of selected Biofortified bean varieties by Rural and Urban consumers.
 Uganda 2025-10-17 19:10:57 2028-10-17 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Dreck Ayebare
ID: UNCST-2025-R019088
 Delivery and use of poultry vaccines in Uganda: A systems mapping and field-level study
REFNo: A655ES

Overall Aim To map and analyse the poultry vaccine supply system in Uganda, examining both upstream supply chain structures and downstream use behaviours, in order to identify institutional, logistical, and behavioural barriers to effective, equitable, and sustainable vaccine-based disease prevention. Specific Objectives Part A: Systems mapping 1. To map the structural and logistical flow of poultry vaccines in Uganda, from importation through distribution to the point of administration. 2. To examine institutional roles, interdependencies, and governance arrangements that influence vaccine regulation, quality control, and coordination. 3. To assess inequities in vaccine availability, cold chain access, pricing, and service delivery across geographic regions, institutional levels, and actor groups. 4. To co-develop stakeholder-informed recommendations for improving supply chain efficiency, regulatory coordination, and equitable vaccine access. Part B: Field-level practices 1. To identify the most used poultry vaccines and their sourcing patterns at the farm level. 2. To evaluate compliance with recommended vaccine handling and administration practices among farmers, veterinary workers, and agro vets. 3. To explore behavioural drivers—including knowledge, perceptions, motivations, and decision-making—that influence vaccine uptake and misuse. 4. To assess the role of agro-vet shop interactions, veterinary advice, packaging/labelling, and social norms in shaping field-level behaviours. To quantify key knowledge gaps, operational challenges, and access barriers that limit effective poultry vaccine use at the farm level.
Uganda 2025-10-17 19:09:27 2028-10-17 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Lydia Mwikali
ID: UNCST-2021-R012798
 PERFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES IN SOURCE AND TREATED DRINKING WATER, AND THEIR REMOVAL USING CORNCOB-DERIVED BIOCHAR
REFNo: NS1042ES

vi. To elucidate the adsorption mechanisms of PFAS removal by corncob-derived biochar and MOFs, v. To determine the adsorption capabilities of the corncob biochar and MOFs for PFAS removal,iv. To prepare, synthesize and characterize corncob-derived biochar and MOFs for PFAS removal,iii. To estimate exposure and human health risk assessment of PFNA, PFHxS, PFOS and PFOA,ii. To determine spatial distribution of PFAS in water sources.,i. To determine the concentration of PFAS in source and treated drinking water,To determine the occurrence and human health risk assessment of PFAS in source and treated drinking water and evaluate the efficacy of corncob-derived biochar, and metal organic frameworks (MOFs) in PFAS removal.,
 Kenya 2025-10-17 19:08:34 2028-10-17 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Judith Owokuhaisa
ID: UNCST-2022-R011528
 ISOLATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF BACTERIOPHAGES FROM WASTE WATER WITH BACTERICIDAL EFFECT ON ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANT ESKAPEE PATHOGENS IN SOUTH WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS6636ES

1.) To determine the phenotypic and genotypic characteristics of bacteriophages isolated from surface and waste water in south western Uganda.
2.) To identify antibiotic resistance genes in bacteriophages and antibiotic resistant ESKAPEE pathogens.
3.) To assess the effect of isolated bacteriophages on antibiotic resistant ESKAPEE isolates.


Uganda 2025-10-17 19:07:48 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Ombeva  Malande Oliver
ID: UNCST-2024-R004335
 Determinants and Strategies for Childhood Immunization among Populations Facing Rural and Low-Income Vulnerabilities in Uganda
REFNo: HS6548ES

1.To identify the barriers to and facilitators of childhood routine immunization programs among populations facing low-income urban and rural vulnerabilities in Uganda; 2.To determine how the most significant facilitators and barriers to vaccination perceived by knowledge holders could be enhanced and mitigated, respectively; 3.To understand current vaccination strategies used to address barriers and to enhance facilitators for childhood vaccination programs; and 4.To highlight opportunities for enhancing current implementation strategies and map out priority areas based on knowledge holders’ perspectives.
Kenya 2025-10-17 19:06:55 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Nixon Niyonzima
ID: UNCST-2020-R014577
 HPV subtypes and pap smear findings among women screened for cervical cancer at Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI), Uganda
REFNo: HS3830ES

To determine the association between demographic characteristics, HPV positivity, and Pap smear findings among women seeking cervical cancer screening services in Uganda,4) To describe the findings from Pap smear among women seeking cervical cancer screening in Uganda,3) To determine the prevalence of HPV positivity among women living with HIV, seeking cervical cancer screening in Uganda,2) To determine the prevalence of HPV subtypes among women seeking cervical cancer screening in Uganda.,1) To describe the demographic characteristics of women seeking cervical cancer screening in Uganda,To determine the prevalence of HPV subtypes, and the association with demographic characteristics and Pap smear findings among women attending cervical cancer screening in Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-10-17 19:05:45 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
MBABAZI GRACEMARY
ID: UNCST-2025-R017863
 DYNAMIC CAPABILITIES AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANACE OF MICROFINANCE INSTITUTIONS IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4124ES

1) To find out the relationship between dynamic capabilities and the financial performance of Tier 4 MFIs in Uganda.

2) To find out the relationship between dynamic capabilities and innovation among Tier 4 MFIs in Uganda

3) To establish the relationship between innovation and the financial performance of Tier 4 MFIs in Uganda.

4) To examine the mediating effect of innovation in the relationship between dynamic capabilities and the financial performance of Tier 4 MFIs in Uganda.

 Uganda 2025-10-17 19:04:48 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
JOHNBOSCO NDINAWE
ID: UNCST-2025-R018067
 QUALITY OF LIFE AND USE OF mHEALTH AMONG CANCER PATIENTS RECEIVING PALLIATIVE CARE IN WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS6248ES

1.4 Research objectives: 1.4.1 Main Objective: To examine the quality of life (QOL), associated factors, and use of mHealth interventions among cancer patients receiving palliative care in Western Uganda. 1.4.2 Specific Objectives: 1) To examine the nature and use of mHealth interventions for PC for cancer patients in SSA based on the available literature. 2) To determine the level of QOL and associated factors among cancer patients under PC in Western Uganda. 3) To establish the effect of a text message-based intervention on the QOL of cancer patients receiving PC in Western Uganda.
Uganda 2025-10-17 19:03:25 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Godfrey Zari Rukundo Zari
ID: UNCST-2019-R001500
 WHO LIVE LIFE guide with DHMT as Champions for Suicide Prevention across the lifespan in rural Uganda (WLLDC-SP)
REFNo: HS4371ES

To build an ecosystem for community engagement and training in suicide prevention in rural Uganda.,To evaluate the feasibility of an implementation strategy consisting of WHO LIVE LIFE guide with DHMT as Champions for Suicide Prevention across the lifespan in rural Uganda,To co-design an implementation strategy manual for the WHO LIVE LIFE guide with the District Health Management Team as Champions for suicide prevention across the lifespan in rural Uganda. ,To co-design and evaluate the feasibility of a contextually tailored implementation strategy to identify and prepare members of the District Health Management Team (DHMT) as champions: the “WHO LIVE LIFE guide with DHMT as Champions for Suicide Prevention across the lifespan in rural Uganda,
 Uganda 2025-10-17 18:59:00 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Christopher Ketola Tobias
ID: UNCST-2022-R009343
 Establishing baselines in fauna diversity, phenology and abundance in key biodiversity hotspots across Uganda through collaborative research and capacity building
REFNo: NS889ES

Our project will sample birds and bats targeting biodiversity hotspots adjacent to and within
protected areas in Uganda. Through multiple visits across the next six years we plan to sample in
distinct biomes such as the North (Moroto, Kidepo valley, Agoro-agu, Morungole, Achwa)
Northeast (Pian Upe, Nakapiprit, Matheniko-Bokora), East (Mount Elgon, Loporokocho, Bukwo),
Northwest (Otzi forest, Ajai wildlife reserve, Luuku forest) southwest (Mgahinga, Bwindi and
around lake Victoria (Buvuma Island, Kalangala, Bugala). These regions are known to support
unique and often locally endemic species. In addition, many of these areas, such as the Kidepo and
the overall Karamoja regions, are notably understudied compared to regions in Western Uganda
 Canada 2025-10-17 18:56:23 2028-10-17 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Hakim  Kalungi
ID: UNCST-2025-R018251
 Process evaluation of the She Cares Program model in Uganda.
REFNo: HS6251ES

Study objective 1: Analyze change in FP services among adolescent girls and young women during the She Cares project period.
Study Objective 2: Examine how the She Cares outreach model and solutions were used by
adolescent clients and how clients experienced care with self-care promoters
Study Objective 3: Examine how the She Cares program model was implemented, its feasibility,
acceptability and potential scalability
Study Objective 4: Analyze the cost efficiency of the She Cares program model
 Uganda 2025-10-17 18:50:38 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Stephen Balinandi Karabyo
ID: UNCST-2023-R007529
 Evaluation of OraSure’s OraQuick Ebola Rapid Antigen Test using Sudan Ebolavirus in Preparation for Cadaveric Surveillance
REFNo: HS6258ES

1. To evaluate the performance characteristics (sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive value of the OraQuick RDT for Sudan Virus detection using archived cadaveric oral swabs.
2. To determine the reliability of the OraQuick RDT in identifying true Sudan virus cases in a controlled laboratory setting before field implementation
 Uganda 2025-10-17 18:48:41 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
ASIIMWE EMILY
ID: UNCST-2025-R020015
 THE ROLE OF MATERNAL EMPLOYMENT IN THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OF YOUNG LEARNERS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTRES IN NANSANA MUNICIPALITY ,WAKISO DISTRICT, UGANDA
REFNo: SS4140ES

1.TO IDENTIFY THE IMPACT OF IMPACT OF MOTHERS' EMPLOYMENT ON CHILDREN'S ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
2.TO FIND OUT STRATEGIES USED BY FAMILIES IN DEVELOPING THE ACADEMIC POTENTIALS OF THEIR CHILDREN
3.TO ANALYSE CHALLENGES FACED BY WORKING MOTHERS IN BALANCING THEIR DUTIES WITH CHILD CARE
 Uganda 2025-10-17 18:46:52 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Jacklyn Arinaitwe Makaaru
ID: UNCST-2024-R015354
 LABE HOME-BASED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION EVALUATION PROJECT
REFNo: SS4168ES

a) What are the components and assumptions of the home based ECD model that make it work?
b) Does the model have correlational/cause outcomes on the community and children in terms of learning outcomes and retention in school?
c) How can LABE scale up with several adopters while maintaining the integrity of the model?

 Uganda 2025-10-17 18:42:47 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Prossie Nampijja
ID: UNCST-2025-R018736
 COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION AND SUSTAINABILITY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROJECTS IN UGANDA; A CASE OF MARKETS AND AGRICULTURAL TRADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMME (MATIP) IN LUGAZI MUNICIPALITY
REFNo: SS4427ES

i.To examine the level of community participation in planning on sustainability of local government projects in Lugazi Municipality. ii.To analyse the level of community participation in implementation on sustainability of local government projects in Lugazi Municipality. iii.To assess the significance of community participation in monitoring and evaluation on sustainability of local government projects in Lugazi Municipality.
Uganda 2025-10-17 18:33:25 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Nathan Ntenkaire
ID: UNCST-2023-R008104
 Knowledge and perceptions of local communities towards Guinea worm disease in Mubende district, Uganda
REFNo: HS6415ES

1. What is the extent of awareness and knowledge about Guinea worm disease among local communities in Mubende district? 2. Is there variation in knowledge levels across the different social demographics among local communities in Mubende district? 3. Have there been any reported or suspected cases of Guinea worm disease in the study area, and what evidence supports their occurrence? 4. What are the perception and experiences of local communities in Mubende district about Guinea worm disease? 5. What are the potential barriers that may threaten the sustained eradication of Guinea Worm Disease in Mubende District?
Uganda 2025-10-17 18:30:03 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Akampurira Paul
ID: UNCST-2025-R017965
 A DEEP LEARNING-BASED USER BEHAVIOR ANALYTICS MODEL FOR PROACTIVE CYBER THREAT DETECTION AND RISK MANAGEMENT AT NITA, UGANDA.
REFNo: SIR554ES

1.3 Major Objective
The major objective of this study is to develop user behavior analytics model based on deep learning that effectively detects anomalies and predicts cyber threats, enabling organizations to proactively perform risk management.
1.3.2 Specific Objectives
1. To establish requirements for designing a deep learning-based user behavior analytics model.
2. To design deep learning models (LSTM, GRU, ESN, and Transformers), tailored for user behavior analytics in cyber threat detection.
3. To evaluate and validate the model for user behavior analytics in cyber threat detection and insider risk management at NITA, Uganda.

 Uganda 2025-10-17 17:51:49 2028-10-17 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Joan Nakkazi
ID: UNCST-2025-R019521
 Maternal Healthcare Service Utilization and Health-related Quality of Life among Young Pregnant Mothers 10-24years, in Eastern Uganda.
REFNo: HS6459ES

The main objective of the study is to evaluate the influence of maternal healthcare service utilization on health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and determine expectant mother factors associated with HRQoL among young pregnant mothers aged 10-24yrs in Eastern Uganda, so as to design strategies that strengthen identification of gaps and to develop an intervention and a MHCSU model to improve utilization of maternal healthcare services and improve HRQoL, for positive maternal and newborn health outcomes.i) To analyse the influence of uptake of ANC services on health-related quality of life among young pregnant mothers aged 10-24yrs in Eastern Uganda ii) To assess the effects of skilled birth attendance during delivery on health-related quality of life among young pregnant mothers aged 10-24yrs in Eastern Uganda iii) To examine the effects of access to postnatal care services on health-related quality of life among young pregnant mothers aged 10-24yrs in Eastern Uganda iv) To evaluate the mediating effect of expectant mother factors on maternal healthcare service utilization and health-related quality of life among young pregnant mothers aged 10-24yrs in Eastern Uganda
 Uganda 2025-10-17 17:49:55 2028-10-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Jacklyn Arinaitwe Makaaru
ID: UNCST-2024-R015354
 CONFLICT-RELATED ATTACKS ON EDUCATION AND CHILDREN’S LOST LIFE OPPORTUNITIES (EDATTACK)
REFNo: SS4117ES

Study’s Primary objective
To systematically identify patterns of attacks on education (AoE) at the local level and analyze their consequences for individual children’s lost life opportunities.
Study’s Secondary objectives
1. To create a georeferenced dataset on AoE across sub-Saharan Africa, 2000–2025, using state-of-the art machine learning to analyze thousands of text sources
2. To develop innovative tools to model the spatio-temporal diffusion of AoE and similar conflict processes, readily available via GitHub
3. To determine the role played by international and national actors in mediating the consequences of AoE for childrenʼs life opportunities and understand how these dynamics are perceived by local stakeholders
4. To strengthen institutional collaboration with partners from the Global South and contribute to local research capacity building

Uganda 2025-10-17 17:48:05 2028-10-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Anyanzo Philip John
ID: UNCST-2024-R002208
 CLASSROOM ASSESSMENT PRACTICES AND DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL STUDIES SKILLS IN UGANDA: A CASE OF SELECTED PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN WEST NILE REGION, UGANDA
REFNo: SS4406ES

study will be guided by the following objectives: •To identify the classroom assessment practices used by teachers to assess SST skills in primary schools in West Nile region. •To examine how classroom assessment practices contribute to the development of SST related skills among learners. •To assess the alignment between classroom assessment practices and national summative assessment criteria.
Uganda 2025-10-16 9:16:25 2028-10-16 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Annet Nanvubya
ID: UNCST-2025-R015525
 Assessing Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices on Ebola Virus Disease in Uganda
REFNo: SS4392ES

1. To determine levels of knowledge towards EVD among individuals living in Luwero and Nakasongola Districts.
2. To explore attitudes and practices towards EVD among individuals living in Luwero and Nakasongola Districts.
3. To create awareness through community sensitization and training on EVD in villages of Luwero and Nakasongola Districts where Ebola was previously diagnosed.

Uganda 2025-10-16 9:14:59 2028-10-16 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
MUGISA SAMUEL
ID: UNCST-2025-R020107
 CAPACITY BUILDING, FIRM CAPABILITIES, GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS COMPLIANCE AND LOCAL CONTENT CONSUMPTION BY UGANDAN FIRMS IN THE OIL AND GAS SECTOR
REFNo: SS4398ES

Objectives The objectives of the study are: 1.To determine the relationship between capacity building and local content consumption of firms in Uganda’s oil and gas sector. 2. To examine the relationship between firm capabilities and local content consumption of firms in Uganda’s oil and gas sector. 3. To establish the moderating effect of government local content regulations compliance on the relationship between capacity building and local content consumption of firms in Uganda’s oil and gas sector. 4. To establish the moderating effect of government local content regulations compliance on the relationship between firm capabilities and local content consumption of firms in Uganda’s oil and gas sector.
 Uganda 2025-10-16 9:13:18 2028-10-16 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Waiswa Peter
ID: UNCST-2020-R014921
 Community Engagement for Improved Ebola Disease Outbreak Prevention and Response in Uganda – Co-design for Future Global and Local Strategies
REFNo: HS6425ES

1.To identify success factors for early detection and response during previous outbreaks of EBD. (WP1)
2.To assess local knowledge of EBD among the community members in Uganda focusing on districts that previously experienced EBD outbreaks. (WP2)
3.To assess social, economic and cultural factors related to EBD-exposure at the wildlife-human interface. (WP2)
4.To co-design interventions for improved early detection and prevention of EBD using participatory and co-creational methods. (WP3)
5.To pilot and evaluate the implementation of the co-designed interventions in the local context. (WP4)


 Uganda 2025-10-16 9:12:08 2028-10-16 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
SAFARI VIVIAN GORDON
ID: UNCST-2025-R017216
 EFFECTIVENESS OF HARNESSING SURFACE RUNOFF WATER FOR SMALLSCALE IRRIGATION IN RUKIGA DISTRICT SOUTHWESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: A620ES

Establish the extent of harnessing surface runoff water for small scale irrigation and on farm activities in ana identified micro catchment in south western Uganda
Determine the costs for establishing a surface runoff water harvesting structure for small scale irrigation
Measure the quantity of surface runoff water collected in the water reservoir from the micro catchment to establish its availability through out the growing season for the selected crops
Establish the productivity of irrigated and non-irrigated crops produced under small scale irrigation during the dry spells and normal seasons
 Uganda 2025-10-16 9:11:13 2028-10-16 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Charlotte Komuhangi
ID: UNCST-2025-R018038
 A Phenomenological Study of Premarital Counselling Experiences and Challenges among Married Christians in Rubaga Division, Kampala, Uganda.
REFNo: SS4390ES

i. To explore the perceptions about premarital counseling among married Christians in Rubaga division.
ii. To examine the marital experiences of married Christians in Rubaga Division who have gone through premarital counseling.
iii. To analyse the opinion of married Christians in Rubaga Division on what can be done to improve premarital counseling

Uganda 2025-10-16 9:10:29 2028-10-16 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Andrew Kambugu
ID: UNCST-2019-R000823
 Evaluation of the Impact of the Epidemic Ready Primary Health Care Project on Outbreak Preparedness and Response in Primary Healthcare Facilities in Uganda.
REFNo: HS6147ES

To document challenges, best practices, and lessons learned during project implementation,To assess the rollout and the associated change in knowledge of healthcare workers trained using the clinical IDSR (cIDSR)digital training platform. ,To assess health facilities’ epidemic readiness using simulated patient exercises.,To assess the impact of the ERPHC longitudinal health worker capacity building mentorship on epidemic readiness: Surveillance, Infection Prevention and Control, and Case Management.,To evaluate the impact of the Epidemic Ready Primary Health Care project on outbreak preparedness and response in primary healthcare facilities in Uganda. ,
 Uganda 2025-10-16 9:09:31 2028-10-16 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Erasmus Oreret Tukei
ID: UNCST-2024-R002444
 PREVENTING ZOONOTIC DISEASE IN UGANDA’S GREAT APES (GORILLAS AND CHIMPANZEES): EVALUATING THE EFFICACY OF DISEASE PREVENTION TRAINING AND RESPONSIBLE TOURISM BEST PRACTICES
REFNo: NS1000ES

The overall objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of ranger trainings, informational tourist videos, and best practices in promoting responsible tourism and disease prevention at Kibale National Park (KNP; chimpanzees) and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP; gorillas). The research aims to assess changes in knowledge and behavior among rangers, tourists, and tour operators through surveys and behavioral assessments.,To assess the level of satisfaction among the tourist involved in Gorillas and Chimpanzee trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale National Park.,To assess knowledge and attitudes related to zoonotic disease risks and prevention best practices among tourists and rangers before and after the training sessions. ,
 Uganda 2025-10-16 9:07:32 2028-10-16 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Justine Okello
ID: UNCST-2024-R005435
 Determinants of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) Disease at The Human-Animal-Environment Interface in Lira and Apac Districts of Northern Uganda
REFNo: HS6654ES

To assess the capacity of the study districts to handle any outbreaks of Viral Heamorragic fevers including Rift Valley fever diseaseTo explore the Rift valley disease management in Lira and Apac Districts of Northern UgandaTo determine the sero-prevalence and associated risk factors of RVF disease among humans and domestic livestock at the human-animal and environment interface in Apac and Lira Districts of Northern Uganda
 Uganda 2025-10-16 9:05:52 2028-10-16 Medical and Health Sciences Degree Award
KALINDA  PETER
ID: UNCST-2023-R007263
 TIER FOUR MICROFINANCE SERVICES AND HOUSEHOLDS’ SOCIAL-ECONOMIC WELL-BEING OF SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN SOUTHWESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS2332ES

4) To examine the mediating effect of financial literacy in the relationship between microfinance services and social-economic wellbeing of smallholder farmers in South Western Uganda.,3) To establish the relationship between financial literacy and social economic wellbeing of smallholder farmers in South Western Uganda.,2) To examine the relationship between microfinance services and financial literacy among smallholder farmers in South Western Uganda.,1) To examine the relationship between microfinance services and social-economic wellbeing of smallholder farmers in South Western Uganda.,The study is set out to examine the mechanism by which microfinance services are related to social-economic wellbeing among smallholder farmers in South Western Uganda. ,
 Uganda 2025-10-16 9:02:54 2028-10-16 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Flavia Matovu Kiweewa
ID: UNCST-2021-R013337
 A Phase 3, Randomized, Active-Controlled, Double-Blind Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of MK-8527 Oral Once-Monthly as HIV-1 Preexposure Prophylaxis in Women
REFNo: HS6666ES

To evaluate the efficacy of MK-8527 qm
compared to FTC/TDF qd for the
prevention of HIV-1 infection as assessed
by the incidence rate per year of adjudicated
HIV-1 infections.
Hypothesis: MK-8527 qm is superior to
FTC/TDF qd with respect to the hazard
ratio for HIV-1 infecti
 Uganda 2025-10-16 17:51:09 2028-10-16 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Samuel Maling
ID: UNCST-2023-R008367
 Oral Health Services’ Integration into Routine HIV Care among older adults in Uganda
REFNo: HS5802ES

1. To identify barriers to and facilitators of integrating oral health services into routine HIV care. 2. To determine oral health disparities and needs affecting oral health care among older adults in southwestern Uganda
Uganda 2025-10-15 17:25:23 2028-10-15 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
SARAH NAKIYINGI
ID: UNCST-2024-R002026
 DETERMINANTS OF STUDENTS TRANSFER IN PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN KAMPALA - UGANDA
REFNo: SS4111ES

1. To find the relationship between Personal factors and students transfers in private universities in Kampala –Uganda. 2. To examine the relationship between institutional factors and student transfer in private universities in Kampala –Uganda. 3. To assess the relationship of financial and non-financial factors on student transfer 4. To examine the combined effect of personal and institutional factors on student transfer in Kampala – Uganda. 5. To assess the experiences of student transfer in their new academic institutions 6. To find out the strategies of student retention in private universities in Kampala –Uganda.
Uganda 2025-10-15 17:22:54 2028-10-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Daisy Aliwaru
ID: UNCST-2025-R018043
 University Management and Pedagogical Innovations in Education: A Comparative Study of Public and Private Universities in Uganda.
REFNo: SS3974ES

1. To analyze the university management structures and practices that support pedagogical innovations in education at Muni University and Uganda Christian University.
2. To examine the effect of resource allocation for pedagogical innovations in education at Muni University and Uganda Christian University.
3. To determine the effect of incentives on pedagogical innovations in education at Muni University and Uganda Christian University.
4. To examine the effect of academic freedom for pedagogical
innovations in education at Muni University and Uganda Christian University.

 Uganda 2025-10-15 16:44:31 2028-10-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Naomi Matthews Eleanor
ID: UNCST-2019-R000918
 Pilot Investigations into giant pangolin, Smutsia gigantic, in the Kibale Conservation Area, Uganda
REFNo: NS50ES

• Learn to recognise indirect signs of giant pangolin and develop survey/monitoring techniques • Identify habitat preferences of giant pangolin • Determine presence/absence throughout the park through reconnaissance surveys and camera trapping methods • Develop preliminary estimates of occupancy, relative abundance and home range size • Gather biometric and behavioural information to guide best practice for future radio/GPS tagging study
UK 2025-10-15 10:31:44 2028-10-15 Natural Sciences Non-degree Award
Kellen Tumutegyereize Busingye
ID: UNCST-2025-R017809
 Faculty Pedagogical Practices in Leveraging Digital Technologies to Enhance Inclusive Learning in Public Universities; Uganda.
REFNo: SS4455ES

1.To explore faculty perceptions towards leveraging digital technologies in fostering inclusive learning environments. 2.To analyse how faculty use digital technologies to prepare for delivery of instruction that presents content in multiple formats. 3.To examine how faculty utilize digital technologies to facilitate multiple means of student engagement during the teaching-learning process. 4.To assess how faculty use digital technologies to provide students with multiple options for demonstrating their learning progress.
Uganda 2025-10-14 10:20:25 2028-10-14 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Grace Ndeezi
ID: UNCST-2019-R001802
 Understanding and managing fevers from infections spread by animals Multi-centre study Protocol version 2.0, 17 July 2025
REFNo: HS6492ES

Our overarching goal is to improve the diagnosis and management of zoonotic causes of acute febrile illness (ZAFI) in paediatric populations in sub-Saharan Africa.
The specific aims and objectives are to:
1. Determine the common causes of ZAFI and associated factors in paediatric patients living in urban and rural areas of Uganda, Kenya and Ethiopia
1.1. Quantify the burden of non-malarial fever and identify the major zoonotic aetiologies
1.2. Identify risk factors for and clinical indicators of infection with specific zoonotic pathogens
2. Develop and test novel technologies and approaches for diagnosing ZAFI that are suitable for use in LMIC and field settings
2.1. Evaluate point-of-care (PoC) tests and pilot prototype molecular diagnostic platforms for key zoonotic pathogens
2.2. Determine the best sequence of tests to optimise diagnosis of fever
3. Involve communities and the health sector in Uganda, Kenya and Ethiopia in defining improved approaches to diagnosis and management of ZAFI
3.1. Identify community perceptions on the causes of AFI and care seeking behaviours for fever
3.2. Develop and validate a decision support tool for diagnosis and management of ZAFI in clinical settings
4. Strengthen capacity and capability for research on diagnosis and management of zoonotic diseases in Uganda, Kenya and Ethiopia
4.1. Develop and implement evidence-based capacity strengthening plans to ensure that all partner affiliated laboratories have the capability to perform quality-assured molecular diagnostics research for zoonotic infections
4.2. Develop a cohort of clinical and laboratory scientists with expertise in ZAFI

 Uganda 2025-10-10 13:30:11 2028-10-10 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
DORCAS LAMUNUOWOT
ID: UNCST-2025-R018451
 Effectiveness of health education intervention on malaria control during pregnancy in rural communities: A case of Lamwo district in Northern Uganda.
REFNo: HS6569ES

1. Assess the current knowledge and awareness, attitude, and practices regarding malaria control among pregnant women in Lamwo District, Northern Uganda.
2. To adapt and implement the culturally tailored health education intervention targeting malaria control and prevention among pregnant women in Lamwo district, Northern Uganda
3. Assess the effectiveness of health education intervention on improving knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding malaria control among pregnant women in Lamwo district, Uganda.
4. To explore the perceptions and experiences of midwives and pregnant women regarding the implementation and impact of the health education intervention for malaria control and prevention in pregnancy in Lamwo district, Northern Uganda.

 Uganda 2025-10-08 9:57:08 2028-10-08 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Sarah Kristiansen
ID: UNCST-2023-R007322
 Supporting Ugandan Caregivers in Teaching Menstrual Care Skills to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
REFNo: SS4157ES

To understand the effects of a program designed to teach parents and educators of individuals with developmental disabilities instructional procedures for teaching menstrual care skills to the young women they care for. Additionally, to understand the effects of a training program to teach an educator from the sponsor organization, Home of Hope, to continue with training procedures to promote sustainability.
USA 2025-10-08 8:29:05 2028-10-08 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Ahna Ballonoff Suleiman
ID: UNCST-2025-R019613
 Thrive Together: Strengthening Contraception through Lived Experience of Flourishing
REFNo: SS4403ES

1. Bring existing, validated VFP and human flourishing frameworks and evidence into rigorous dialogue; 2. ground understanding of common VFP and human flourishing domains in lived experience expertise of culturally diverse young people, women and couples; 3. Engender first-ever expert consensus on the common domains of human flourishing and VFP; 4. Deliver evidence-based, consolidated guidance to programmers and decision-makers to advance VFP as part of human flourishing, and human flourishing as part of VFP.
 USA 2025-10-08 19:23:37 2028-10-08 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Moffat  Nyirenda Joha
ID: UNCST-2020-R019333
 Understanding the Effects of Behavioural Risk Factors and Lifestyle Changes Among Non-overweight and Obese Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Malawi and Uganda.
REFNo: HS6497ES

Main Objective:
• To determine whether behavioural risk factors (diet and physical activity) contribute to NOW T2DM and to assess whether current national lifestyle change guidelines have similar effects on glucose control and other outcomes among NOW and obese T2DM patients in Malawi and Uganda.

Specific Objectives:

i. To establish a cohort of newly diagnosed NOW and obese T2DM patients and matched non-diabetic controls in Malawi and Uganda.
ii. To compare baseline dietary and physical activity patterns among NOW and obese T2DM participants and their matched controls.
iii. To administer health education based on national guidelines and compare 6-month outcomes (weight loss and glucose control) in NOW versus obese participants.

 Malawi 2025-10-08 19:03:35 2028-10-08 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
ANN AKITENG ROSE
ID: UNCST-2025-R019916
 Assessing Healthcare Barriers and Identifying Implementation Strategies to Mitigate Cardiovascular Risks Among Market Vendors in Urban Markets in Kampala and Mbarara, Uganda
REFNo: HS6472ES

The aim of this study is to generate formative quantitative data on the health status, cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, daily routines, and healthcare access and barriers of market vendors in Uganda in order to identify opportunities for culturally appropriate and feasible lifestyle modification interventions and potential implementation strategies to reduce CVD risk.
 Uganda 2025-10-08 18:59:30 2028-10-08 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
PATIENCE AYESIGA
ID: UNCST-2023-R003499
 The implications of wetland dynamics on water qiuality for conservation of Rwizi macro catchment south western Uganda
REFNo: SS4498ES

To characterize the spatial-temporal dynamics and explore drivers of wetland degradation for middle Rwizi catchment. 2.To assess the implications of wetland degradation on sediment for middle Rwizi catchment. 3.To analyze the influence of nutrients on water quality for middle Rwizi catchment. 4.To evaluate the effectiveness of existing conservation develop suitable restoration and conservation mechanisms for improved catchment health of middle Rwizi system.
Uganda 2025-10-08 18:58:01 2028-10-08 Social Science and Humanities Degree Award
Obondo Sande James
ID: UNCST-2019-R000241
 Effect of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and its cell wall glycolipids on the HIV Reservoir in CD4+ T cells
REFNo: HS5439ES

1. To determine if MTB molecules (e.g. PIM6, LAM, MTB lysate) induce HIV expression in memory CD4+ T cells from ART-suppressed HIV infected persons.

2. To determine the size of peripheral HIV reservoir in memory CD4+ T cells in HIV infected individuals with active TB compared to HIV infected individuals with history of documented treated TB, LTBI, and no LTBI (HIV-monoinfected).

3. To assess longitudinal changes in the size of peripheral HIV reservoir in memory CD4+ T cells in HIV infected individuals with active TB before initiation of TB treatment and at the end of treatment

 Uganda 2025-10-08 18:16:22 2028-10-08 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Kansiime Cecilia
ID: UNCST-2025-R017890
 OPTIMIZATION OF THE REARING SUBSTRATES FOR BLACK SOLDIER FLY LARVAE AND ITS ACCEPTABILITY AS AN ALTERNATIVE PROTEIN SOURCE AMONG POULTRY FARMERS IN THE RWENZORI REGION
REFNo: A647ES

(i) To determine the appropriate growing substrates for black soldier fly larvae as a source of protein for poultry. (ii) To assess farmers perceptions and acceptance of black soldier fly larvae as a source of protein for poultry. (iii) To determine the economic feasibility of using black soldier fly larvae as a source of protein for poultry.
Uganda 2025-10-08 13:11:23 2028-10-08 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Richard Selwanga
ID: UNCST-2025-R018576
 THE EVOLUTION OF THE LINGUISTIC LANDSCAPE OF KAMPALA: LANGUAGE POLICY, MULTILINGUALISM, AND PUBLIC PERCEPTIONS
REFNo: SS4333ES

(i) To examine the language of public signs in the LL Kampala District from the colonial to post-colonial period. (ii) To analyse the impact of language policies on language visibility in the LL of Kampala District from the colonial to post-colonial period. (iii) To investigate the role that multilingualism has played in shaping the LL of Kampala District from the colonial to post-colonial period. (iv) To explore the perceptions of the target readership towards language use in the contemporary LL of Kampala District.
 Uganda 2025-10-08 13:06:29 2028-10-08 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Mulebeke Ronald
ID: UNCST-2025-R017304
 IMPLEMENTATION AND ASSESSMENT OF THE THRIVE PROJECT; STRENGTHENING MENTAL HEALTH AND SOCIOECONOMIC RESILIENCE AMONG YOUTH LIVING WITH HIV IN WAKISO DISTRICT, UGANDA
REFNo: HS6493ES

1. To conduct a gap assessment of the current mental health services for youth living with HIV in Wakiso District.

2. To explore the structural, social and policy related barriers to effective integration of mental health services into HIV care for YLWH in Wakiso District.

3. To explore the structural, social and policy related facilitators to effective integration of mental health services into HIV care for YLWH in Wakiso District.
4. To assess the feasibility of integrating Group Support Psychotherapy training in improving mental health outcomes among YLWH at Mildmay Uganda Hospital in Wakiso District.
5. To assess the feasibility of economic empowerment in improving mental health outcomes among YLWH seeking care at Mildmay Uganda Hospital in Wakiso District.
6. To conduct a process evaluation of the THRIVE project among YLWH at Mildmay Uganda Hospital in Wakiso District.

Uganda 2025-10-08 11:21:31 2028-10-08 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Robert MPIIRA
ID: UNCST-2022-R005391
 Community Engagement and Access to Services Related to Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights in Uganda: A Qualitative Study
REFNo: SS4367ES

● Do male influencers view themselves as agents of change (or potential agents of chance) for AGYW? Can they be adequately motivated to serve as champions or advocates for AGYW rights, and if so, what would incentivize them to play that role most effectively?,● What role do YDCs or other community-based support groups/networks play in supporting AGYW\'s social and economic empowerment, as well as the long-term sustainability of interventions?,● What are the current service gaps in SRHR and GBV within the targeted communities? What institutional or system-strengthening support is needed to address these gaps and improve the effectiveness of referrals?,● What are the main barriers associated with discussing SRHR and GBV topics with family members and men toward shifting social norms and what strategies can help effectively mitigate these barriers?,● What are the key barriers and enablers faced by the AIM 2.0 programme in influencing existing community structures, particularly informal structures, to improve the socio-economic conditions and empowerment for AGYWs?,To ensure the implementers fully understand the contexts where they are working and if necessary adapt the implementation activities through more enhanced community engagement in order to improve access to services for AGYW, particularly SRHR and GBV protection. ,
 Uganda 2025-10-07 10:35:55 2028-10-07 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
Musa Sekikubo
ID: UNCST-2021-R014010
 Congenital and Maternal Point of care Rapid Testing for Syphilis Study, Uganda (COMPARTS)
REFNo: HS6397ES

Main Objective: Conduct a pilot study of the reformulated Dual Path Platform (DPP) Syphilis Test and Treat (TnT) and Congenital Syphilis (CS) test, manufactured by Chembio, for a cohort of mother-baby pairs from Uganda.


Specific Objectives
a) Assess treponemal and non-treponemal antibody levels in perinatal blood from mothers and compare these findings with IgM and IgG results from the DPP Syphilis TnT assay.

b) Assess treponemal and non-treponemal antibody levels in newborn and cord blood from paired babies and compare these findings with IgM and IgA results from the DPP Syphilis CS assay.

c) Determine the performance characteristics of the POC device by calculating the sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values, and the proportion of tests that return invalid results or errors.
 Uganda 2025-10-07 10:25:59 2028-10-07 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Patience Atukunda
ID: UNCST-2023-R005832
 BUILDING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE MODELS FOR BREAST CANCER DIAGNOSIS USING CLINICAL, ULTRASOUND AND CYTOLOGY DATA
REFNo: SIR559ES

i To build and evaluate an Artificial Intelligence Model for prediction of breast cancer using clinical features ii To build and evaluate an Artificial Intelligence model for breast cancer diagnosis using ultrasound data iii To build and evaluate an Artificial Intelligence model for breast cancer diagnosis using cytology data iv To build and evaluate an Artificial Intelligence model to integrate clinical, radiology and pathology findings into one report
Uganda 2025-10-01 12:21:26 2028-10-01 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Anne Akello Ruth
ID: UNCST-2022-R009131
 ASSESSMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS AND HEALTH EFFECTS AMONG WORKERS OF GRAIN MILLS IN SOROTI CITY, UGANDA
REFNo: HS6278ES

1. To identify occupational hazards in work places within grain mills in Soroti city.
2. To establish knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP)on occupational hazards among workers of grain mills in Soroti city.
3. To examine the status of implementation of OSH policies by owners and workers of the grain mills in Soroti city.
4. To determine the health effects of exposure to occupational hazards among workers of grain mills in Soroti city
5. To establish the factors that influence occurrence of occupational hazards and health effects among workers of grain mills in Soroti city.

 Uganda 2025-10-01 12:20:18 2028-10-01 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Marvious Kiwanuka
ID: UNCST-2023-R006348
 Surveillance of human and vector behaviors to understand malaria transmission at sentinel sites in Uganda
REFNo: HS6483ES

To monitor geographic and temporal trends in malaria burden and assess the impact of population level control interventions across a range of epidemiological settings in Uganda in relation to human behaviors and vector bionomics.
 Uganda 2025-09-30 14:43:46 2028-09-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Judith Nanyondo Semanda
ID: UNCST-2025-R019750
 Design and Evaluation of Human-Centred, Data-Driven Bundles for Improving Hand and Surface Hygiene Practices in Ugandan Health Facilities
REFNo: HS6507ES

1. To explore the barriers and facilitators to hand and surface hygiene compliance among clinical staff and cleaners in the health facilities of Masaka region.
2. To design data-driven hand and surface hygiene care bundles using a human centered design approach.
3. To assess the effectiveness of hand and surface hygiene care bundles in improving compliance with hand and surface hygiene practices among clinical staff and cleaners.

 Uganda 2025-09-30 14:41:24 2028-09-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
JAMES KAWUKI STEPHEN
ID: UNCST-2025-R019616
 ENERGY POVERTY, HOUSEHOLD HEALTH STATUS AND HEALTH EXPENDITURE: A STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND POLICY IMPLICATION IN UGANDA’S ENERGY AND HEALTH SECTORS
REFNo: SS4396ES

i. To examine the relationship between energy poverty and Household health expenditure. ii. To evaluate the relationship between energy poverty and Household health status, with specific attention the role of gender and energy usage behaviour. iii. To establish the relationship between Household health expenditure and Household health status. iv. To develop a strategic management model that incorporates affordability sensitivity and gender- responsive interventions to mitigate energy poverty and improve health outcomes.
Uganda 2025-09-30 14:40:12 2028-09-30 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Apolo Balyegisawa P
ID: UNCST-2025-R017645
 Evaluation of the XF 300 Flow Cytometer, CD4 easy count kit, CD4% easy count kit and CD4/CD8 easy count kit in Tests 1112 - Explorative External Method Comparison Study and 1149.2 - Clinical Performance Study
REFNo: HS6435ES

Test 1112 - Compare the results from the XF-300 Flow Cytometer and its reagent kits with the comparator device (FACSLyric) and reagent kits Test 1149.2 - Investigate the clinical performance of the XF-300 Flow Cytometer in combination with the three kits CD4, CD4% and CD4/CD8 easy count kit.
Uganda 2025-09-30 14:39:06 2028-09-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Daisy Aliwaru
ID: UNCST-2025-R018043
 University Management And Pedagogical Innovations In Education: A Comparative Study Of Public And Private Universities In Uganda
REFNo: SS4340ES

1. To analyse the university management structures and practices that support pedagogical innovations in education at Muni University and Uganda Christian University. 2. To examine the effect of resource allocation for pedagogical innovations in education at Muni University and Uganda Christian University. 3. To determine the effect of incentives on pedagogical innovations in education at Muni University and Uganda Christian University. 4. To examine the effect of academic freedom for pedagogical innovations in education at Muni University and Uganda Christian University.
Uganda 2025-09-30 14:36:34 2028-09-30 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Emmanuel  Arinaitwe
ID: UNCST-2021-R011754
 THE SPREAD OF ARTEMISININ RESISTANCE IN AFRICA(SPARTAN 3); A longitudinal study to determine the fitness of artemisinin resistant parasites among asymptomatic infections
REFNo: HS6215ES

To detect a difference in the duration of ΔPfK13 versus wildtype infections. In addition to infection duration and parasite half-life as main outcomes of interest, we will compare ΔPfK13 and wildtype infections in terms of: - gametocyte commitment and gametocyte production - gametocyte half-life,
 Uganda 2025-09-30 14:35:17 2028-09-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Helen Byakwaga
ID: UNCST-2019-R001168
 A Phase III/IV factorial randomised double-blind trial to compare the addition of dapagliflozin versus placebo, and rosuvastatin/ezetimibe versus pitavastatin, in patients with HIV on integrase strand transfer inhibitor-based antiretroviral therapy with elevated metabolic risk (Optimising metabolic management on integrase-based antiretroviral therapy – the OPTIMAR Study)
REFNo: HS5819ES

To assess the impact of pitavastatin vs. rosuvastatin/ezetimibe from baseline to 48 weeks on: fasting lipids, cardiovascular disease risk assessment measures; inflammatory biomarkers; and safety and tolerability,To assess the impact of dapagliflozin vs. placebo from baseline to 48 weeks on: intermediate markers of cardiovascular disease risk; cardiovascular disease risk assessment measures; clinical consequences of increased body weight; and safety and tolerability of dapagliflozin,To assess the impact of pitavastatin vs. rosuvastatin/ezetimibe on LDL concentration change from baseline to week 24,To assess the impact of dapagliflozin vs. placebo on absolute weight change from baseline to week 24,The overall objective of the study is to examine the impact of dapagliflozin vs. placebo on metabolic parameters in PWH with high metabolic risk who are on INSTI-based ART.,
 Uganda 2025-09-30 14:11:23 2028-09-30 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Melody Niwamanya
ID: UNCST-2019-R000928
 Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women and Girls (GEEWG) Measurement Toolkit Pilot in Uganda
REFNo: SS4458ES

5. Produce a refined set of tools and practical implementation guidance to inform subsequent pilots and eventual scale-up.,4. Verify that safeguarding, consent/assent, referral pathways, and data protection procedures function effectively and safely in this setting.,3. Assess data quality and preliminary measurement performance of the toolkit to identify items and scales that need refinement for clarity and consistency.,2. Establish cultural and linguistic appropriateness of items across respondent groups and identify questions that require revision based on respondent understanding and contextual fit.,1. Determine feasibility and acceptability of administering the GEEWG toolkit to learners, caregivers, teachers, school committee members, and community leaders in Kyangwali (including length, language, flow, and field logistics).,To pilot and validate a flexible, context-sensitive Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women and Girls (GEEWG) Measurement Toolkit within Kyangwali Refugee Settlement to assess its relevance, accuracy, and usability for capturing gender-transformative outcomes in MYRP-supported education interventions.,
 2025-09-29 16:30:10 2028-09-29 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
Prudence Beinamaryo
ID: UNCST-2023-R007239
 The feasibility, acceptability and health impact assessment of the co-administration of ivermectin and albendazole vs albendazole alone, in the frame of mass drug administration to school-aged children in Uganda: A large-scale distribution
REFNo: HS6511ES

To assess the health impact of both treatment schemes and compare prevalence reduction of soil-transmitted helminth infections at school level by treatment arm ,To document safety of routine ivermectin-albendazole administration,To document the performance (i.e., coverage and reach) of the two treatment arms,To collect data on implementation-related costs and assess the additional resource needs and costs for the co-administration of ivermectin and albendazole compared to albendazole alone ,To evaluate the acceptability of sensitization and distribution strategies informed by the pilot study of co-administered ivermectin and albendazole among receiving communities,To assess the feasibility (including aspects of training, materials and processes) of the co-administration of ivermectin and albendazole compared to albendazole alone at large-scale in the frame of school-based MDA in Uganda,To assess the feasibility and acceptability of the co-administration of ivermectin and albendazole compared to albendazole alone during school-based MDA in Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-09-29 16:25:20 2028-09-29 Medical and Health Sciences Non-degree Award
MARIA NAMULWANA LOUISE
ID: UNCST-2025-R019516
 Evaluating the durability of the immune response to fractional and full dose Yellow Fever vaccination (YEFE/NIFTY Extension Study )
REFNo: HS6461ES

• To describe the current age-stratified seropositivity rates in YEFE and NIFTY participants at 2-8 years after initial vaccination by vaccine dose received, and to compare seropositivity rates across trials and groups including shared data from the MRCG trial.
Uganda 2025-09-26 18:39:14 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Catherine Orodriyo
ID: UNCST-2024-R002224
 PROCUREMENT MONITROING PRACTICES AND ROAD TRANSPORT SERVICE DELIVERY IN LOCAL GOVERNMENTS IN UGANDA: A CASE STUDY OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION IN ARUA CITY.
REFNo: SS4296ES

1. To assess the impact of performance score cards on road transport service delivery in Arua city.
2. To evaluate the contribution of supervision reports towards road transport service delivery in Arua city.
3. To assess the effectiveness of capacity building on road transport service delivery in Arua city.
4. To examine the moderating effect of procurement monitoring practices on road transport service delivery in Arua city.
 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:35:57 2028-09-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Tadeo   Nsubuga
ID: UNCST-2023-R007982
 Factors associated with non-uptake and perceptions about TB preventive therapy among household contacts of TB patients in Moroto district, Uganda.
REFNo: SS4269ES

2. To understand individual and community perceptions about TPT among household contacts of bacteriologically confirmed TB patients ,1. To determine the factors associated with non-uptake of TB preventive therapy among household contacts of bacteriologically confirmed TB patients ,The overall objective is to determine the factors associated with non-uptake and perceptions about TPT among household contacts of bacteriologically confirmed TB patients in Moroto district, Karamoja sub-region, Uganda. ,
 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:34:54 2028-09-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Eleanor Matthews
ID: UNCST-2024-R003472
 Assessing development of reciprocity among juvenile chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes schweinfurthii)
REFNo: NS1024ES

This project assesses the extent to which juvenile chimpanzees use strategies of imitation and observation to learn to reciprocate cooperative behaviors common among adults i.e. grooming and coalitionary action. This project also aims to assess the extent to which cooperative tendency is observable during the juvenile life history phase, and to what extent juvenile cooperative behaviors may predict adult behavioral phenotypes.
USA 2025-09-26 18:30:33 2028-09-26 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ATWIINE CHRISS
ID: UNCST-2025-R018550
 ASSESSMENT OF RISK FOR INDUSTRIAL SORTING MACHINE FAILURES CAUSED BY VOLTAGE FLUCTUATIONS AND STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE POWER QUALITY MANAGEMENT
REFNo: SIR551ES

iTo identify the primary causes of voltage fluctuations affecting industrial sorting machines at ACPCU Ltd in Sheema District by analyzing power supply logs and equipment response data collected over a three-month period August–October 2025. ii. To assess the impact of voltage fluctuations on the operational performance of industrial sorting machines by conducting real-time performance monitoring and error tracking from August to October 2025. iii. To evaluate the risk levels associated with voltage fluctuations using Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA), and to simulate potential failure outcomes using MATLAB and Monte Carlo analysis, in order to recommend mitigation strategies by November 2025.
 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:29:20 2028-09-26 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Stephen Gray Blair
ID: UNCST-2025-R019416
 Understanding the Role of Play in Promoting Psychosocial Well-being and Learning Among Children in Refugee and Host Communities: A Contextual Study in Adjumani and Obongi Districts
REFNo: SS4275ES

Objectives of the Study This context study aims to generate evidence on how children, parents and guardians, and educators in Adjumani and Obongi districts understand, perceive, and practice play and its implications for education and psychosocial well-being. In particular, this study aims to: ● Understand the cultural and contextual meanings of play and well-being among children, parents and guardians, ECD caregivers and teachers, and community members in West Nile, ● Explore the perceptions of the role of play in supporting children’s psychosocial well-being and learning, ● Document existing practices and norms related to play and psychosocial well-being within families/at home, schools, and communities, and ●Identify barriers and enablers to using play-based learning to support children’s psychosocial well-being.
New Zealand 2025-09-26 18:28:13 2028-09-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Maryvian Owomugisha
ID: UNCST-2025-R017422
 Financial Inclusion, Investment Acumen, Government Interventions and Financial well-being of Ugandan women
REFNo: SS4428ES

1. To examine the extent at which specific financial services have influenced the Financial Well-being of women in Western Uganda.
2. To establish whether government interventions, significantly moderate the relationship between Financial Inclusion and financial well-being of women in Western Uganda.
3. To identify a mediating effect of Investment Acumen on the relationship between financial inclusion and financial well-being of women in western Uganda

Uganda 2025-09-26 18:25:37 2028-09-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Jackson Musiime Selwano
ID: UNCST-2025-R017885
 Enhancing patient flow and quality of care among the edlerly within outpatient clinics of Kabale and Kitagata Hospitals in Southwestern Uganda
REFNo: HS6348ES

Research Questions 1.What are the strengths and weaknesses of the existing elderly patients’ flow management mechanisms in outpatient clinics? 2.How do elderly patients perceive their experiences within the current outpatient flow system? 3.What are the essential components of an optimized patient flow framework for elderly care? 4.How does the implementation of the new patient flow framework impact wait times, efficiency, and patient satisfaction in the pilot clinics?
Uganda 2025-09-26 18:24:27 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Dorothy Akongo
ID: UNCST-2023-R007564
 Impact of a Cascading Health Worker Mentorship Project on Pediatric Quality-of-Care in Busoga hospitals, Uganda – a Pre-Post Evaluation
REFNo: HS6427ES

To evaluate the perceptions from the role of mentors and mentees on the impact and sustainability of mentorship,To assess the impact of a structured mentorship program on the quality of pediatric care,To develop and evaluate a mentorship tool as a structure for quality care improvement,To assess the change in selected indicators for quality of pediatric care in six district hospitals in Uganda following the implementation of a structured and regular mentoring program ,
 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:21:31 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Angella Mirembe Nanteza
ID: UNCST-2022-R008741
 NEURODEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS AMONG CHILDREN BORN TO MOTHERS LIVING WITH HIV IN UGANDA.
REFNo: HS6380ES

General objective: To determine the neurodevelopmental outcomes and associated factors among children born to MLHIV in Uganda.
Specific objectives
1. To determine the neurodevelopmental outcomes of children born to MLHIV in the first 18 months of life.
2. To determine the factors associated with neurodevelopmental outcomes of children born to MLHIV in the first 18 months of life.

 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:15:44 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joweria Nambooze
ID: UNCST-2019-R001118
 Effect of consumption of cape gooseberries on blood glucose control among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Kampala, Uganda
REFNo: HS6017ES

To evaluate patient adherence to dietary interventions involving gooseberries,To compare change in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels among T2DM patients consuming gooseberries regularly as part of their diet with those following a regular diet. ,To assess the effect of regular consumption of gooseberries on fasting blood glucose levels in T2DM patients.,To evaluate the effect of cape gooseberries on blood glucose control among patients with T2DM in Kampala, Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:13:11 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Hawa Nalwoga
ID: UNCST-2021-R012081
 Innovative Breast Cancer Screening to Increase Early Detection in Uganda Short title: BSESuG Research project
REFNo: HS6166ES

1. To increase knowledge about breast self-examinations (BSE) and BSE practical skills and BSE practise among women in Buhanika subcounty, Hoima district Uganda by at least 50% over a 12-month period
2. To evaluate the effectiveness of the innovative Breast Self-Examination Support Groups (BSESuG) approach in increasing the rate of detecting breast anomalies among women in Buhanika subcounty, Hoima district of Uganda by at least 30% within a 12-month period.
3. To assess the acceptability of the innovative Breast Self-Examination Support Groups (BSESuG) approach for early detection of breast cancer among women in Buhanika subcounty, Hoima district
 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:11:17 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
CAROLYNE OLEO
ID: UNCST-2024-R003845
 DETERMINANTS OF DELAYED HEALTHCARE SEEKING AMONG PATIENTS WITH ABDOMINAL SYMPTOMS AT KYABIRWA SURGICAL CENTER, UGANDA
REFNo: HS6014ES

Main objective/ purpose:
To assess factors influencing decision to seek care in a timely manner among patients presenting with abdominal symptoms at KSC, Budondo sub county

Specific objectives:
1. To determine the median time from symptom onset to presentation among patients presenting with abdominal symptoms to KSC, Budondo sub county
2. To identify factors influencing decision to seek care in a timely manner among patients presenting with abdominal symptoms at KSC, Budondo sub county
3. To understand consequences of delayed presentation, such as increased treatment complexity or cost

 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:09:15 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Patrick Okema
ID: UNCST-2025-R019099
 Insulin storage in low resource settings, impact on the glycated hemoglobin.
REFNo: HS6078ES

To determine the modalities of insulin storage in children and adolescents with T1D in low resource settings and the effects on their Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) in northern Uganda
 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:07:55 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Jef VanPuyenbroeck
ID: UNCST-2025-R017911
 Monitoring anthelmintic resistance in goats in Nwoya District, Uganda
REFNo: A617ES

Main objective:
To assess the efficacy of anthelmintics commonly used by goat farmers in Nwoya district.
Specific Objectives:
1. To determine the prevalence of GIN infesting goats in Nwoya district.
2. To determine nematode species infesting goats in Nwoya district, through coproculture and molecular speciation.
3. To compare the expenses to perform routine FECRT, with McMaster and Mini-FLOTAC, for monitoring anthelmintic resistance in Uganda.
4. To assess the efficiency of survey designs and fecal egg count methods to determine drug efficacy at a certain cost and endemicity.
 Belgium 2025-09-26 18:06:25 2028-09-26 Agricultural Sciences Clinical Trial Degree Award
Leah Goldmann
ID: UNCST-2024-R016618
 Politicizing The Male Engagement Agenda in Feminist Movements to End Violence Against Women
REFNo: SS3930ES

This research project does not contest the strategy of engaging men in global efforts to EVAW, but rather seeks to investigate the implications of the shift in global emphasis to forwarding men as leaders, authorities, and key actors in efforts to prevent VAW in ways that could have unintended consequences for social justice movements, organizations and institutions that have been historically women-centered, women-led, and survivor-focused.

The research questions include:

Based on the gaps in the literature as described above, we propose the following

Primary Research Question:
What are the implications of the male engagement agenda on local organizations working to end violence against women in the Global South?
Secondary Research Questions:
a. Using women-led organizations working in Kampala, Uganda as a local case study, what are the impacts of the male engagement agenda on funding and programming for these organizations?
b. What is the extent of this impact? How have these organizations experienced this impact?
c. How have organizations navigated these impacts?
d. Using Men Engage Uganda as a comparative site, how and to what extent do members identify both opportunities and challenges in their relationship with feminist organizations?

USA 2025-09-26 18:05:35 2028-09-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Rhona Mijumbi M
ID: UNCST-2023-R006843
 Digital Evidence Synthesis Tool Innovation Yielding Improvements in Climate and Health
REFNo: SS4343ES

To assess the impact of the evidence products generated using digital tools on climate-health decision-making in Uganda,To assess the use of digital tools in supporting climate-health evidence to policy processes in Uganda,To identify gaps within evidence synthesis processes that necessitate the development of digital tools,To profile the evidence needs of decision makers at the climate-health nexus in Uganda,To comprehensively investigate and enhance the integration of digital tools in climate-health evidence synthesis and decision-making processes in Uganda by profiling decision makers’ evidence needs, identifying gaps in current synthesis methods, evaluating the role of digital solutions, and assessing their impact on policy outcomes.,
 Uganda 2025-09-26 18:04:12 2028-09-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Justine  Komunyena Tumusiime
ID: UNCST-2023-R008465
 Applying human-centered design to develop promising Hepatitis B Birth Dose vaccine delivery models for out-of-facility and facility deliveries in Uganda
REFNo: SS4277ES

(1) To develop optimal service delivery model prototypes that enable timely administration of the HepB BD vaccine for both facility and out-of-facility births, thereby increasing vaccination coverage
Uganda 2025-09-26 17:59:03 2028-09-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Denis Mpairwe
ID: UNCST-2021-R012444
 Building inclusive knowledge sharing hubs (Livestock Cafés) for resilient pastoral livelihoods and rangeland restoration in East African drylands (Include2Restore)
REFNo: A621ES

The objective of Include2Restore project is to investigate how rangeland restoration can become sustainable: not only ecologically, but also socially and economically.
The project targets four main objectives:
(1) co-identify rangeland management and restoration practices that will safeguard inclusive and equitable restoration long-term on household and community levels;
(2) co-identify ways to realize new financial returns from rangeland restoration that will safeguard and promote inclusive restoration outcomes long-term;
(3) support and strengthen identified practices within local management structures by integrating them into the Livestock Cafés;
(4) co-test the potential of inclusive, rangeland restoration and sustainable management to build peace through scaling identified best practices by innovating Next Generation Livestock Cafés.
 Uganda 2025-09-26 17:52:38 2028-09-26 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Adoke Yeka
ID: UNCST-2021-R004300
 An open-label, randomised, controlled, non-inferiority trial to compare the efficacy, safety and tolerability of a fixed dose Triple Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (TACT) artemether-lumefantrine-amodiaquine versus first-line Artemisinin-based Combination Therapies (ACTs) for the treatment of uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria
REFNo: HS6344ES

To compare the efficacy of ALAQ vs AL and ALAQ vs ASAQ as defined by the 28-day PCR corrected adequate clinical and parasitological response (ACPR).
 Uganda 2025-09-26 17:41:17 2028-09-26 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Robert Ssekitoleko
ID: UNCST-2019-R001716
 A Feasibility and Safety Study of the KeySuite Laparoscopic Devices for Cancer Diagnosis in Uganda
REFNo: SIR493ES

1. To evaluate potential safety issues associated with the use of the KeyScope in patients with intra-abdominal cancers or suspected cancers .
2. To determine the clinical performance of the KeyScope in viewing tissue masses in the abdomen.
3. To determine the clinical performance of the KeyLoop in retraction of the abdominal wall during laparoscopic surgery
4. To determine the acceptability of KeySuite laparoscopic devices in aiding to obtain laparoscopic biopsies

Uganda 2025-09-26 17:12:49 2028-09-26 Engineering and Technology Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Martin Galiwango
ID: UNCST-2025-R017447
 Image Classification in Dermatology: Real Time diagnosis of DCPA using edge computing
REFNo: SIR549ES

1. To identify the most optimal tier in the healthcare system where a DCPA diagnostic device would improve the diagnosis of DCPA based on health workers’ diagnostic accuracy and resource availability. 2. To train a deep learning model that can accurately diagnose DCPA. 3. To validate the deep learning model. 4. To implement the deep learning model on an edge-computing device that ensures data privacy.
 Uganda 2025-09-26 16:31:26 2028-09-26 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Edgar Mulogo Mugema
ID: UNCST-2023-R008170
 Focal mass drug administration for the prevention of malaria in pregnancy: a pilot randomized controlled trial.
REFNo: SS4303ES

1. Determine the feasibility and acceptability of a fMDA program with dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine (DP) as a novel component of the MiP prevention package. 2. Estimate the efficacy of fMDA to create a “safe zone” in the immediate home environment and ultimately prevent MiP. ,The scientific objective of this pilot study is to demonstrate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of a focal mass drug administration (fMDA) program for household members of pregnant women to protect against malaria in pregnancy (MiP).,
 Uganda 2025-09-26 16:24:58 2028-09-26 Social Science and Humanities Non-degree Award
Abdullah Wailagala
ID: UNCST-2025-R019096
 Anticipatory Action for Health Service Resilience and Detection (AHEAD) Discovery and Design Study
REFNo: HS6471ES

2) To understand the current and ideal approaches, practices, and perceptions of health workers regarding using risk data and/or information to trigger anticipatory actions.3) To collaboratively co-design, tools and frameworks for anticipatory epidemic risk monitoring and response, drawing on healthcare worker insights, existing workflows, and routine data systems at the primary health care level. 1) To assess the effectiveness and perceived impact of the cIDSR Ebola module released in response to the most recent Ebola outbreak in January 2025 in enhancing health facility readiness and response.
Uganda 2025-09-24 16:38:20 2028-09-24 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
DAVID  MUBIRU
ID: UNCST-2021-R013091
 Epidemiology of Banana Bunchy Top Disease (BBTD) in Uganda: A recently discovered viral disease threatening banana production
REFNo: NS1028ES

1. To determine the genetic diversity of Banana Bunchy Top Virus variants in Uganda. 2. To screen for natural resistance of selected banana accessions against BBTV. 3. To compare the proteomic expression in the BBTV-infected banana in response to varying temperature and drought conditions.
Uganda 2025-09-24 16:36:26 2028-09-24 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Latim Emmanuel
ID: UNCST-2025-R019539
 CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS, ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING AND JOB PERFORMANCE OF REGISTERED ACCOUNTANTS IN UGANDA’S PUBLIC SECTOR
REFNo: SS4314ES

To examine the effect of workshops and seminars on the job performance of registered accountants in Uganda’s public sector.

To assess the effect of webinars on the job performance of registered accountants in Uganda’s public sector.

To evaluate the effect of mentoring and coaching on the job performance of registered accountants in Uganda’s public sector.

To evaluate the moderating effect of organizational learning on the job performance of registered accountants in Uganda’s public sector.

To advance a model necessary for improving the job performance of registered accountants in Uganda’s public sector.

 Uganda 2025-09-24 16:35:28 2028-09-24 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Victoria Nzarubara Patricia
ID: UNCST-2024-R015837
 Digital Transformation, Quality of Work Life, Subjective Well-Being and Coping strategies in the Uganda Police Force
REFNo: SS3574ES

7. To identify the most prevalent coping strategies adopted among police officers in the UPF.,6. To assess the perceptions of the police officers towards the digital transformation in the UPF.,5. To examine the experiences of the police officers in the UPF regarding their SWB. ,4. To determine whether coping strategies moderates the association between digital transformation and SWB among police officers in the UPF. ,3. To examine the association between digital transformation and SWB among police officers in the UPF.,2. To investigate the relationship between QWL and SWB among police officers in the UPF.,1. To assess the association between digital transformation and QWL among police officers in the UPF.,
 Uganda 2025-09-24 16:30:15 2028-09-24 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Isaac Ssewanyana
ID: UNCST-2020-R014336
 Clinical Performance Evaluation of Alinity m HIV-1 Assay Using Plasma Separation Cards (PSC) versus Plasma Testing in Uganda
REFNo: HS6500ES

The primary objective of this protocol is to evaluate the performance, bias and correlation of quantitative measurement of HIV-1 RNA, of the investigational Alinity m HIV-1 assay viral load using PSC as compared with Alinity m HIV-1 assay viral load using plasma.
The secondary objective of this protocol is to evaluate the performance, bias and correlation of quantitative measurement of HIV-1 RNA, of the investigational Alinity m HIV-1 assay viral load using PSC as compared with cobas HIV-1 Quantitative nucleic acid test for use on cobas 6800/8800 systems using PSC samples.

 Uganda 2025-09-23 11:10:47 2028-09-23 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Chidiebere  Adim Victor
ID: UNCST-2025-R018777
 Borderless Hustle: Kinship, Trust, and Economic Dependency in African Refugee Entrepreneurship
REFNo: SS4082ES

This study addresses a critical gap by examining how African refugee entrepreneurs mobilize kinship networks to build trust, mitigate risk, and secure the resources necessary to navigate unfamiliar and frequently hostile entrepreneurial terrains.
 Nigeria 2025-09-23 11:09:24 2028-09-23 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Nakayiki Lilian Nyanzi
ID: UNCST-2025-R019152
 Determinants of Indigenous Fruit and Vegetable Consumption among Adults in the Rwenzori Region, Uganda
REFNo: HS6387ES

Main Objective The study aims to assess the determinants (enablers and barriers) of indigenous fruit and vegetable consumption among adults in the Rwenzori region of Uganda. Specific Objectives include; 1. To assess the availability and diversity of Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables in food markets within the Rwenzori region. 2. To determine the total intake of fruit and vegetables (and other foods consumed) by adults (18 years and above) in the Rwenzori region. 3. To develop and validate a quantitative questionnaire for assessing the determinants (barriers and enablers) of indigenous fruit and vegetable consumption among adults. 4. To assess the barriers and enablers of indigenous fruit and vegetable consumption among adults in selected communities within the Rwenzori region using the questionnaire in objective 3.
Uganda 2025-09-23 11:07:15 2028-09-23 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Erisa Mwaka Sabakaki
ID: UNCST-2019-R001625
 Is Healthcare a Common Good? Philosophical Perspectives and Clinical Practices in Boston and Kampala
REFNo: SS4184ES

1. To develop a philosophical framework for conceptualizing healthcare as a
common good by drawing on African and North Atlantic philosophical traditions.
2. Explore clinicians’ conceptions of health, the common good, and professional
practice.
3. To analyze how differing conceptions of healthcare affect experiences of burnout and moral injury.
 Uganda 2025-09-23 10:58:51 2028-09-23 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Honoka Yokoyama
ID: UNCST-2024-R002478
 A Study of the Educational Relationship between Teachers and Students in Ugandan Secondary Schools
REFNo: SS3639ES

The purpose of this study is to clarify how the educational relationship between teachers and students is constructed in diverse relationships under the respective rationales of teachers and students, focusing on situations such as daily student guidance and learning.
 Japan 2025-09-23 10:52:39 2028-09-23 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Josephine Namatovu
ID: UNCST-2025-R017197
 ASSOCIATION OF INFANT AND YOUNG CHILD FEEDING PRACTICES AND NUTRITION STATUS OF CHILDREN 6-23 MONTHS IN BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT –YUMBE DISTRICT-UGANDA.
REFNo: HS6243ES

General Objective
To determine the association of Infant and young child feeding practices and nutrition status of children 6-23 months in Bidibidi refugee settlement-Yumbe District Uganda.
4.2Specific Objectives

I.To determine the nutrition status (Stunting, wasting, underweight) of children aged 6-23 months in Bidibidi refugee settlement.

II.To assess the feeding practices (IYCF) (exclusive breastfeeding, continued breast feeding, introduction of solid foods, minimum dietary diversity, minimum meal frequency and minimum acceptable diet) in relation to nutrition status of children 6-23 months in Bidibidi refugee settlement.

III.To identify barriers and facilitators influencing infant and young child feeding practices of children 6-23 months in Bidibidi refugee settlement.

 Uganda 2025-09-23 10:50:34 2028-09-23 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Bambeiha Asiimwe Stephen
ID: UNCST-2024-R003555
 A National Survey on Health Status, Risk Behaviors and Health-Related Policies and Practices in Primary and Secondary Schools in Uganda
REFNo: HS5927ES

1. To describe the current health status in terms of physical, social, and mental well-being, among students in primary and secondary schools in Uganda 2. To describe health-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices and evaluate behavioral risk and protective factors for health among students in primary and secondary schools in Uganda 3. To assess the quality and scope of school-based health services and evaluate for disparities in these services between rural versus urban schools and private versus public schools 4. To describe challenges and good practices in school-based health services and identify opportunities for improvement
 Uganda 2025-09-23 10:45:31 2028-09-23 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
NAPHTAL BAGUMA
ID: UNCST-2025-R020055
 CREATING AN EFFECTIVE CIVIL SOCIETY ECOSYSTEM AND BOARDROOM PROTOCOLS TO ENHANCE FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY OF UGANDAN NGOs
REFNo: SS4209ES

Specific Objectives 1. To investigate the relationship between civic space and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda 2. To investigate the relationship between funding strategies and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda. 3. To investigate the relationship between managing donor trust and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda 4. To investigate the relationship between incubation and acceleration activities and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda. 5. To investigate the relationship between the choice of location and events, on the one hand, and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda, on the other hand. 6. To investigate the relationship between talent management and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda. 7. To investigate the relationship between training and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda. 8. To investigate the relationship between access to government support and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda. 9. To investigate the relationship between technology usage and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda. 10. To investigate the relationship between the management of partnership and networks, on the one hand, and the perceived financial sustainability of NGOs in Uganda, on the other hand.
 Uganda 2025-09-17 15:45:17 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
KYOMUGISHA AGATHA agathakyomugisha3@gmail.com
ID: UNCST-2025-R017288
 TEACHING METHODS, PERSONALITY TRAITS MONITORING AND EVALUATION AND STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AT NATIONAL TEACHERS COLLEGES IN UGANDA.
REFNo: SS4279ES

To examine how monitoring and evaluation practices mediate the relationship between personality traits and academic performance,To explore the mediating role of monitoring and evaluation practices in the relationship between teaching methods and academic performance,To evaluate the combined effect of monitoring and evaluation practices, personality traits, and teaching methods on academic performance in Uganda’s National Teacher Colleges.,To assess the impact of teaching methods on academic performance in Uganda’s National Teacher Colleges.,To investigate how personality traits influence academic performance in Uganda’s National Teacher Colleges.,To analyze the relationship between monitoring and evaluation practices and academic performance in Uganda’s National Teacher Colleges.,
 Uganda 2025-09-17 15:43:55 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Degree Award
Allan Kalungi
ID: UNCST-2022-R009843
 Harnessing DNA Methylation Variation Between Populations to Understand Disease Discordance Across Ancestries
REFNo: HS6352ES

i. Create a comprehensive mQTL resource: We aim to expand the diversity of methylation quantitative trait loci (mQTL) resources by incorporating genetic data from underrepresented populations, including Africa. The study will compare genetic architecture and selection signatures across populations and use mQTLs as instruments to identify causal relationships between DNA methylation (DNAm), genome-wide association studies (GWAS), and epigenome-wide association studies (EWAS) signals.

ii. Conduct multi-ancestry epigenetic analyses: We aim to explore disease discordance mechanisms between populations by conducting multi-ancestry EWAS with a focus on cardiometabolic and blood cell phenotypes. This will include cell-type-specific EWAS and variance EWAS analyses to understand differences across global populations.

iii. Improve disease and exposure prediction models: We will refine existing predictors of disease risk or exposure (such as smoking and alcohol use) by including data from multi-ancestry participants. This approach will help develop predictive models that are either generalizable across populations or optimized for specific ancestries.

iv. Form equitable partnerships: The study will foster global collaboration through co-developed training resources and shared analytical tools, ensuring that the research benefits a wide range of stakeholders across various regions

 Uganda 2025-09-17 15:40:49 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
AKANKWASA ALEX
ID: UNCST-2025-R018808
 INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS’ PERFORMANCE IN UGANDA; RUBANDA DISTRICT LOCAL GOVERNMENT
REFNo: SS4182ES

To examine the effect of financial controls on financial performance of Rubanda District Local Government.
(ii) To determine the influence of human resource controls on the staff satisfaction in Rubanda District Local Government.
(iii) To explore the relationship between systems control on the levels of customer satisfaction in Rubanda District Local Government.
(iv) To evaluate the moderating effect of staff retention on internal control systems and Performance of Rubanda District Local Government.

 Uganda 2025-09-17 15:37:56 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
LYDIA NAKIGANDA
ID: UNCST-2025-R016917
 A Qualitative Study Exploring the Role of Peer Navigators in Supporting PrEP Adherence and Retention Among Female Sex Workers in South-Western Uganda.
REFNo: HS6339ES

i. To examine the roles, characteristics, and relationship-building qualities of peer navigators in supporting FSW and integrating into health systems.
ii. To investigate the mechanisms and activities of peer navigation in community and healthcare settings that enhance retention and adherence to PrEP care among FSW.
iii. To explore the lived experiences of peer navigators as they balance community-based and professional identities in delivering healthcare services.
iv. To understand the socio-ecological factors that facilitate or hinder the success of peer navigation programs in supporting PrEP care for FSW.

 Uganda 2025-09-17 15:35:04 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Obadia Mugabirwe
ID: UNCST-2024-R002359
 CREATIVITY, INNOVATION, SKILLS DEVELOPMENT, AND YOUTH EMPLOYABILITY AMONG VOCATIONAL TRAINEES. A CASE OF VOCATIONAL AND SKILLS TRAINING INITIATIVES IN UGANDA (WESTERN REGION)
REFNo: SS3587ES

The main objective of this study is to assess the impact of creativity, innovation, and skills development on youth employability in Western Uganda, focusing on how vocational training programs can enhance employability outcomes by enhancing technical and soft skills, promoting career adaptability, and aligning training with labor market demands to improve job readiness and long-term career success. Specific Objectives 1. To assess the role of vocational training in enhancing the creativity of youth in Western Uganda and its contribution to employability. 2. To examine how vocational training influences the innovation capabilities of youth and their ability to adapt to evolving job market demands. 3. To evaluate the effectiveness of vocational training in equipping youth with both technical skills and essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. 4. To analyze how skills development mediates the relationship between creativity, innovation, and youth employability in Western Uganda. 5. To identify and measure key employability indicators—such as career adaptability, job search skills, career identity, and career proactivity—among vocational training graduates in Western Uganda. 6. To investigate barriers faced by vocational training graduates in transitioning to meaningful employment and propose strategies to enhance job placement and employability outcomes.
Uganda 2025-09-17 15:28:06 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Laban Musinguzi Kashaija
ID: UNCST-2020-R014407
 Endline evaluation of the Rights, Autonomy and Choice project (INTPA) in Kamuli & Buyende districts
REFNo: SS4170ES

1. To assess the extent to which the project\'s objectives were achieved, using the OECD DAC criteria and measuring the status of the project\'s outcome and output indicators, providing contextualized analysis of the progress achieved against the expected results, through a gender transformative and inclusive lens.
2. To foster learning from experience, capturing project challenges, lessons learnt and best practices to inform future programming in similar intervention area.
3. To assess project performance on the project indicators as indicated in the Monitoring and Evaluation Framework
 Uganda 2025-09-17 14:28:07 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Daudi Hasahya-Mulongo
ID: UNCST-2025-R017131
 Predictors of Retirement Readiness, and Planned Coping Strategies among Headteachers of Public Secondary Schools in Uganda
REFNo: SS4330ES

1. To assess the level of retirement readiness among headteachers of public secondary schools in Uganda.
2. To examine the predictors of retirement readiness among pre-retiring headteachers of public secondary schools in Uganda.
3. To explore the planned retirement coping strategies among pre-retiring headteachers of public secondary schools in Uganda, in managing transition into mandatory retirement.

 Uganda 2025-09-17 14:00:17 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ARTHUR KICONCO
ID: UNCST-2025-R018937
 Type 2 diabetes self-management in resource limited settings: family support, self-efficacy, self-management practices, and readiness to implement Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support in informal settlements in Kampala, Uganda
REFNo: HS6253ES

i. To validate the diabetes management self-efficacy scale in Uganda Hypotheses
ii. To assess the joint association between diabetes knowledge and family support, and diabetes self-management among people with type 2 diabetes in informal settlements in Kampala Uganda
iii. To evaluate the causal effect of family support on self-efficacy among people with type 2 diabetes in informal settlements in Kampala Uganda.
iv. To explore the perceived readiness to implement DSMES for patients with type 2 diabetes in informal settlements in Kampala, Uganda using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR).
Uganda 2025-09-17 13:59:03 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ASINAI LILIAN
ID: UNCST-2024-R016497
 STRATEGIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND SERVICE DELIVERY IN NATIONAL WATER AND SEWERAGE CORPORATION: THE CASE OF KAMPALA METRO-POLITAN REGION
REFNo: SS4102ES

Main objective: The study's general objective is to examine the effect of strategic financial management practices on service delivery at National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Kampala Metropolitan Region. Specific objectives i. To determine the significant effect of strategic planning on service delivery at National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Kampala Metropolitan Region. ii. To identify the significant effect of strategic budgeting on service delivery at National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Kampala Metropolitan Region. iii. To investigate the significant effect of strategic managing of risks and service delivery at National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Kampala Metropolitan Region. iv. To assess the significant effect of strategic ongoing procedures on service delivery at National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Kampala Metropolitan Region. v. To examine the moderating role of staff commitment on strategic financial management practices and service delivery at National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Kampala Metropolitan Region.
Uganda 2025-09-17 13:30:37 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
MARILYN BAKO ARUMADRI
ID: UNCST-2024-R002256
 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 1325 AND REPRESENTATION OF WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP POSITIONS IN SECURITY INSTITUTIONS IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4324ES

3. Identify challenges perceived and related to women involvement in decision-making leadership positions in security institutions in Uganda.,2. Examine the impact of the implementation of UNSCR 1325 on women’s representation in the security institutions in Uganda; and,1. Examine the adoption and implementation of UNSCR 1325 in the security institutions in Uganda;,The broad aim of the study is to examine the implementation of UNSCR 1325 and representation of women in decision-making leadership positions in the security institutions of Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-09-17 13:29:27 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Joseph Ngonzi
ID: UNCST-2019-R001579
 PACO Heart Evaluation and Risk Tracking (PACO-HEART)
REFNo: HS5985ES

Main objective: 1. Determine whether women with HIV taking DTG during pregnancy are more likely to experience hypertension, have elevated cardiovascular disease risk factors, and demonstrate vascular dysfunction postpartum.

Sub-Objectives:
1. Prospectively assess postpartum cardiovascular disease risk factors in women with HIV on DTG versus women with HIV on efavirenz (EFV), women who took PrEP in pregnancy, and women without HIV participating in the PACO cohort.
2. Assess vascular function in women with HIV on DTG versus women with HIV on efavirenz (EFV), women who took PrEP in pregnancy, and women without HIV participating in the PACO cohort.
3. Quantify and compare biomarkers of cardiovascular disease in peripheral plasma in women with HIV on DTG versus women with HIV on efavirenz (EFV), women who took PrEP in pregnancy, and women without HIV participating in the PACO cohort.
4. Examine association between placenta pathological features (already measured in PACO cohort participants) and postpartum hypertension, vascular function, and biomarkers of cardiovascular disease


 Uganda 2025-09-17 13:26:00 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Stella Kyohairwe Baketuraki
ID: UNCST-2024-R004001
 The Cost of Doing Politics: Gender Aspects of Political Violence
REFNo: SS3887ES

Aim/Overall objective: This project aims to better understand how gender shapes the scope, form, and consequences of political violence targeted at politicians, as well as to develop response strategies to reduce the problem.
RQ 1: How does gender shape the scope and form of political violence? What are the gendered dimensions of violence in political parties’ election campaigns and in the parliamentary arena?
RQ2: What are the gendered consequences of political violence on political representation in political party recruitment – and at parliamentary arenas?
RQ 3: What are the most effective and gender-sensitive responses to different forms of political violence in political party recruitment -and in the parliamentary sphere?
 Uganda 2025-09-17 13:24:26 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
NORBERT BYARUHANGA MUSISI
ID: UNCST-2024-R002079
 PREVALENCE AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH ADVERSE PERINATAL OUTCOMES AMONG WOMEN WITH LATE ANTENATAL CARE BOOKING AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
REFNo: HS5772ES

1. To determine the prevalence of adverse perinatal outcomes among women with late ANC booking at Mbarara regional referral hospital.
2. To determine the factors associated with adverse perinatal outcomes among women with late ANC booking at Mbarara regional referral hospital

 Uganda 2025-09-17 13:22:53 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Catriona  Waitt John
ID: UNCST-2019-R001068
 Drug Optimisation for LMICs in Pregnant HIV mothers and their INfants: temporary switch to CAB/RPV long acting injections in postpartum period
REFNo: HS5982ES

To characterise drug exposure in breast milk, and drug transfer to infants through breastfeeding, as well as infant drug elimination. To characterise the elimination of CAB/RPV by describing PK profiles of IM CAB/RPV LA after last injection between 48 and 96 weeks. To establish strategies on how to safely re-establish oral ART after discontinuation of IM CAB/RPV LA at 48 weeks and switch back to daily oral ART. To explore early postpartum PK of CAB/RPV in maternal plasma and breastmilk. To demonstrate antiviral activity and impact on retention in HIV care of temporarily switching to CAB/RPV LA compared with continuation of daily oral ART over 48 weeks.,
 UK 2025-09-17 13:21:16 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Catriona  Waitt John
ID: UNCST-2019-R001068
 Acceptability and feasibility of long-acting injectable antiretroviral therapy (LAI-ART) as a bridging strategy for postpartum mothers living with HIV in South Africa and Uganda
REFNo: HS5944ES

3. To assess the feasibility of adopting LAI-ART into national ART programmes and healthcare facilities, identifying programmatic considerations for optimal LAI-ART deployment.,2. To explore patient acceptability of LAI-ART during breastfeeding and as a postpartum bridging strategy to enhance adherence.,1. To develop and validate a tool for identifying and supporting women at risk of poor ART adherence postpartum.,
 UK 2025-09-17 13:19:23 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Wenceslaus Sseguya
ID: UNCST-2019-R000877
 Feasibility of clinical nuance implemented using value-based community financing for the management of diabetes and hypertension in primary health care in rural South-Western Uganda
REFNo: HS6153ES

3. To assess the willingness of the community to contribute to risk pooling towards clinically nuanced VBID,2. To understand the perspectives of health workers in implementing clinically nuanced care for diabetes and hypertension in the community.,1. To explore the community’s perception of clinically nuanced VBID in the prevention and management of diabetes and hypertension.,To investigate the potential of a community-level, value-based insurance design (VBID) in enhancing clinical management and prevention of hypertension and diabetes within primary health care,
 Uganda 2025-09-17 13:17:21 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Mercy Wanyana Wendy
ID: UNCST-2025-R016999
 Barriers and facilitators to implementing one health approach for visceral leishmaniasis control in the Karamoja Region.
REFNo: HS6125ES

To examine barriers and facilitators to implementing one health approach for visceral leishmaniasis control in the Karamoja,2025.
 Uganda 2025-09-17 13:05:50 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Lillian Mugisha
ID: UNCST-2025-R018187
 Impact of a Co-designed School-Based Intervention on 24-Hour Movement Behaviour and Selected Health Indicators Amongst Female Adolescents in Wakiso District, Uganda
REFNo: SS3966ES

1. Determine the level of adherence to 24-HMB guidelines among adolescent girls aged 15-18 years in mixed-boarding secondary schools in Wakiso district, Uganda.
2. Explore the determinants of adherence to 24-HMB guidelines among adolescent girls aged 15-18 years in mixed-boarding secondary schools in Wakiso district, Uganda.
3. Co-design a SBMB intervention with adolescent girls and teachers, targeted to enhance 24-HMB among adolescent girls aged 15-18 years in secondary schools in Wakiso District, Uganda.
4. Determine the association between accelerometer-measured 24-HMB and selected health indicators (CRF, BMI, WHtR, and BP) among adolescent girls aged 15-18 years in secondary schools in Wakiso District, Uganda.
5. Determine the impact of a co-designed SBMB intervention program on 24-HMB, and selected health indicators (CRF, BMI, WHtR and BP) among adolescent girls aged 15-18 years in mixed-boarding secondary schools in Wakiso district, Uganda

 Uganda 2025-09-17 13:03:31 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Mugumya  Kabaja Lawrence Kabaja
ID: UNCST-2024-R002956
 Evaluating the effect of Caregiver DOTs on viral re-suppression among children in Kigezi region
REFNo: HS6505ES

1. To establish the viral re-suppression rates among children on the CAGDOTS strategy in Kigezi Region. 2. To find out the factors associated with viral load re-suppression among the CALHIV) in Kigezi region.
Uganda 2025-09-17 12:36:18 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Timothy Makumbi Kabanda
ID: UNCST-2021-R011760
 MICRO RNAS PROFILING: BIOPATHOLOGIC CHARACTERIZATION AND SURVIVAL OF EARLY ONSET BREAST CANCER AMONG UGANDAN Ref No. Mak-SOMREC-2021-272
REFNo: HS3699ES

iii) To correlate aberrantly expressed miRNAs profiles with associated survival among women with EOBC.,ii) To determine the association between MicroRNAs dysregulation and the clinical pathological characteristics among women with EOBC. ,i) To determine the prevalence of dysregulated MicroRNAs expression profiles among women with EOBC.,To determine the prevalent profiles of aberrantly expressed(dysregulated) miRNAs and how they influence the specific pathological characteristics, and survival after mastectomy breast surgery for early onset breast cancer (EOBC),
 Uganda 2025-09-17 12:32:26 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Andrew Mujugira
ID: UNCST-2019-R000871
 Integrating HIV prevention with TB household contact evaluation in Uganda (TB PrEP)
REFNo: HS6341ES

Aim 1: Assess the implementation and effectiveness of home- based HIV self-testing and PrEP initiation versus clinic referral on PrEP initiation and continuation during household TB contact investigation.

Aim 2: Examine processes of implementing HIV self-testing and PrEP initiation during household TB contact evaluation using qualitative methods.

Aim 3: Estimate the cost-effectiveness of implementing home- based HIV testing and PrEP initiation for household members of people with TB in Uganda compared to clinic referral.

 Uganda 2025-09-17 12:30:43 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
NUWAGIRA KENETH
ID: UNCST-2025-R016664
 FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND GROWTH OF MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES (MSMES) IN KAMPALA CITY, UGANDA.
REFNo: SS3991ES

Main Objectives
The purpose of the study is to investigate the effect of financial inclusion on growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Kampala City, Uganda.

1.4 Specific objectives
i) To determine the effect of credit accessibility on the growth of MSMEs in Kampala City, Uganda.
ii) To establish the effect of mobile money services on the growth of MSMEs in Kampala City, Uganda.
iii) To explore the effect of financial literacy on the growth of MSMEs in Kampala City, Uganda.

Uganda 2025-09-17 12:28:56 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Twinamasiko Specioza
ID: UNCST-2022-R008954
 Empowering Ugandan Refugee–Host Communities in Becoming Climate Resilient: The Case Studies of Nakivale and Rhino Camp Refugee Settlements
REFNo: NS983ES

1. To assess the resilience of refugees and their host communities to water access and land tenure in Nakivale and Rhino Camp
2. To monitor water quality within the refugee settlements and host communities of Nakivale and Rhino Camp.
3. To analyze hazards and farming practices within the refugee settlements and host-communities of Nakivale and Rhino Camp refugee-host communities
4. To document the different traditional practices and indigenous knowledge on agriculture, water source preservation and forest conservation prevalent among the refugee and host communities of Nakivale and Rhino Camp Refugee settlements.
5. To identify ways in which traditional environmental practices and indigenous knowledge can complement the contemporary modern scientific policies of environmental conservation and protection in refugee-host communities

 Uganda 2025-09-17 12:27:48 2028-09-17 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Sadia Mohamed Mahad
ID: UNCST-2024-R004826
 Prevalence and Factors Associated with Substance Use Among Refugees In Nakivale Settlement South-Western Uganda
REFNo: HS6217ES

i. To determine the prevalence of substance, use among refugees in Nakivale Refugee Settlement. ii. To identify and describe the modifiable and non-modifiable factors associated with substance use among refugees in Nakivale Refugee Settlement.,
 Somalia 2025-09-17 12:08:46 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Jazira Tumusiime
ID: UNCST-2024-R003664
 EXPLORING CAREGIVERS AND HEALTH WORKERS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS HPV VACCINATION AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL ADOLESCENT CLININC AND BWIZIBWERA HEALTH CENTRE IV, UGANDA
REFNo: HS6193ES

To identify the barriers and facilitators influencing the uptake of HPV vaccination among adolescents at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital and Bwizibwera Health Centre IV in southwestern Uganda.,To assess caregivers\' and healthcare workers\' knowledge and perceptions about HPV vaccination at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital and Bwizibwera Health Centre IV in southwestern Uganda.,To explore caregivers’ and healthcare workers’ perceptions of HPV vaccination and identify the barriers and facilitators affecting the uptake of the HPV vaccine among adolescents at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital and Bwizibwera Health Centre IV in southwestern Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-09-17 11:22:16 2028-09-17 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Miria Nandera
ID: UNCST-2021-R012140
 SCHOOL CLIMATE AND WORK ENGAGEMENT MEDIATED AND MODERATED BY WORK-LIFE BALANCE AND JOB EMBEDDEDNESS OF PRE-PRIMARY TEACHERS IN CENTRAL UGANDA
REFNo: SS4033ES

1. To examine the influence of school climate on teacher work engagement of pre-primary teachers in Central Uganda.
2. To assess the influence of school climate on work-life balance of pre-primary teachers in Central Uganda.
3. To analyse the influence of work-life balance on teacher work engagement of pre-primary teachers in Central Uganda.
4. To test the mediating role of work-life balance on the influence of school climate on teacher work engagement of pre-primary teachers in Central Uganda.
5. To find out the moderating effect of job embeddedness on the influence school climate on teacher work engagement of pre-primary teachers in Central Uganda.
 Uganda 2025-09-17 11:19:34 2028-09-17 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Ibrahim Adabara
ID: UNCST-2025-R019039
 AGENTIC AI FOR CYBERSECURITY: A FRAMEWORK FOR THE DESIGN AND GOVERNANCE OF RESILIENT AUTONOMOUS DEFENSE SYSTEMS
REFNo: SIR547ES

1.3 Main Objective

The primary objective of this research is to construct a theoretically grounded and ethically aligned framework for conceptualizing, simulating, evaluating, and governing AAI systems in cybersecurity. The framework will serve as a strategic model for autonomous defensive agents, focusing on secure, transparent, and accountable operation in adversarial environments, in alignment with legal and normative expectations.

1.4 Specific Objectives

i. To develop a reference model for agentic AI systems integrating autonomy, ethical responsiveness, and adaptive reasoning by synthesizing existing literature and formalizing the framework within the first phase of the study.

ii. To design and implement a simulation-based methodology that models adversarial threat scenarios and tests agentic AI responses within a defined experimental period, using performance and ethical indicators as measurable outputs.

iii. To construct a multi-criteria evaluation framework that defines and measures agentic system performance in terms of transparency, latency, proportionality, and normative alignment, validated through simulated test cases in the second phase.

iv. To propose and validate a governance and ethical oversight model for agentic AI deployment, incorporating regulatory review, stakeholder auditability, and normative safeguards by the final phase of the project, following empirical evaluation.
 Nigeria 2025-09-17 11:18:20 2028-09-17 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Ronald Bisegerwa
ID: UNCST-2022-R011022
 Accuracy of Pulse Oximeters with Profound Hypoxia
REFNo: HS6506ES

To generate two to three evidence-based recommendations to regulatory and procurement bodies within six months of study completion to guide pulse oximeter selection for diverse populations.,To collect and contribute data on pulse oximeter accuracy across diverse skin tones to an open-access device performance database by the study’s end, enabling manufacturers to refine pulse oximeter technology and ensure equitable performance across all skin tones, especially in low-resource settings.,To replicate the UCSF Hypoxia Lab in Uganda by establishing a fully equipped and operational facility within a year to evaluate pulse oximeter accuracy across diverse skin tones and hypoxia levels.,To evaluate the accuracy of pulse oximeters under controlled hypoxic conditions in a diverse population in Uganda, with a focus on understanding and addressing disparities in device performance related to skin pigmentation.,
 Uganda 2025-09-12 17:03:12 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Pauline Amuge Mary
ID: UNCST-2023-R005532
 LC-REVITALIZE – A Long Covid Repurposed Drug Study
REFNo: HS6370ES

-To assess the efficacy of repurposed drugs compared to their
respective placebos in reducing standardized symptom severity scores
in participants with Long Covid.
-To compare the symptom burden (e.g., anxiety, depression, overall
well-being) in participants with Long Covid treated with repurposed
drugs versus their respective placebos.
- To assess whether symptom burden worsens in participants with Long
Covid treated with study drugs versus placebo, specifically when
symptoms are reported across multiple scales.
- To assess changes in exercise capacity over time of participants with
Long Covid treated with study drugs versus their respective placebos.
- To measure specific Long Covid pathophysiological biomarkers of study
drugs versus their respective placebos.

 Uganda 2025-09-12 17:00:13 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Viola  Nyakato Nilah
ID: UNCST-2021-R013698
 Caregiver-Adolescent Sexuality Communication among Refugee and Host Communities in Southwestern and Northern Uganda (CONNECT)
REFNo: SS4216ES

3. Policy and community engagement objective: To establish and evaluate the contribution of multi-sectorial and development partners’ working committee in translation, sustainability, and scalability of the impacts of the caregiver-adolescent SRH communication intervention with resultant improvement in adolescent SRH policy and programming within refugee and host communities’ context in Southwestern and Northern Uganda. ,2. Gender Transformative Objective: To assess the social, economic, and cultural factors that influence the effective implementation of a gender-equitable caregiver-adolescent SRH communication and family functioning intervention within a multinational and multicultural refugee and host community context in Southwestern and Northern Uganda. ,1. Research objective: To contextualize, design, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of caregiver-adolescent SRH communication intervention in refugee and host communities’ settings in Southwestern and Northern Uganda. ,The general objective of the project is to implement and evaluate a parent/caregiver-adolescent communication intervention on sexual and reproductive health (SRH), targeting social and cultural gender norms that hinder parental involvement in sexuality education among refugees and host communities in Nakivale and Bidi Bidi Refugee Settlements, Uganda. The project will assess the intervention\'s effectiveness in addressing the challenges faced by displaced and dysfunctional families in refugee and host community settings.,
 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:55:54 2028-09-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Barnabas Atwiine
ID: UNCST-2022-R010629
 Status of Haemophilia Care and Management in Uganda: A Situation Analysis
REFNo: HS6293ES

3. To explore health workers’ knowledge and attitudes towards haemophilia care and management in Uganda. ,2. To assess the availability of equipment, supplies, and medicines used in the diagnosis and management of Haemophilia patients in Uganda.,1. To assess the proportion of health facilities that care for people with haemophilia in Uganda.,To assess the status of haemophilia care and management among health facilities in Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:54:23 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Winnifred Namazzi Birabwa
ID: UNCST-2025-R017998
 AN ASSESSMENT FOR THE APPROPRIATE CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE PEDAGOGY IN IMPLEMENTING THE COMPETENCY BASED CURRICULUM AMONG INDIGENOUS BATWA COMMUNITIES IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4097ES

1. What Batwa culturally responsive learning experiences can teachers integrate in teaching to effectively implement the CBC in Batwa heterogeneous classrooms? 2. How can the teachers utilize Batwa learners’ cultural backgrounds to address their learning needs when implementing the CBC in Batwa heterogeneous classrooms? 3. How can teachers integrate culturally responsive teaching methods to enable effective implementation of the CBC in Batwa heterogeneous classrooms? 4. What are the challenges of integrating CRP into the implementation of the competency based curriculum in Batwa heterogeneous classrooms?
 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:53:22 2028-09-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Grace Ahimbisibwe Miriam
ID: UNCST-2021-R012129
 Assessing the Effects of Immune Suppression of Pregnancy on the HIV Latent Reservoir in African Women with HIV Participating in P1078 (IMPAACT NWCS 663).
REFNo: HS6371ES

1.Evaluate changes in inflammation and immune activation markers in black African WWH from the antepartum through 48 weeks postpartum periods.
a. Describe participant level changes in inflammation and immune activation markers from the antepartum through 48 weeks postpartum periods.
2.Evaluate changes in the HIV latent Reservoir (LR) size in black African WWH from the antepartum through 48 weeks postpartum periods.
a. Describe participant level changes in HIV LR size from the antepartum through 48 weeks postpartum periods.
3.Identify immune correlates of the HIV LR from the antepartum through 48 weeks postpartum periods in black African WWH.

 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:50:35 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
FRANCIS WENANI MWISAKA
ID: UNCST-2025-R018729
 ENHANCING TVET- INDUSTRY COLLABORATION FOR MARKETABLE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT IN EASTERN UGANDA.
REFNo: SIR542ES

1. To identify industry-specific skill gaps and requirements to guide collaborative training initiatives.
2. To assess the effectiveness of existing partnerships between TVET institutions and industries in fostering market-relevant skills.
3. To explore barriers to effective collaboration between TVET institutions and industries

4. To design a strategic framework for strengthening partnerships and aligning training programs with industry needs.


 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:42:50 2028-09-12 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Doreen Kirungi
ID: UNCST-2025-R019078
 AN EXPLORATION OF THE POTENTIAL OF DIGITAL NOMADS AS A VIABLE MARKET SEGMENT FOR UGANDA: A CASE STUDY OF SOUTHWESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4069ES

1. To profile digital nomads in South Western Uganda. 2. To assess the availability, quality, and accessibility of services and facilities offered in Southwestern Uganda. 3. To design a framework for creating awareness about digital nomads as a viable market segment in southwestern Uganda.
Uganda 2025-09-12 16:41:54 2028-09-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Mariam Nanteza Ssesanga
ID: UNCST-2025-R020432
 Research Funding for Ugandan Institutions (2015-2025): A decadal analysis and an exploration of institutional sustainability and individual experiences amid recent global funding Cuts.
REFNo: SS4186ES

i. To analyze research funding patterns and trends for Ugandan institutions from 2015 to 2025, examining changes in funding sources, volumes, and allocations.
ii. To explore the perspectives and lived experiences of individual researchers in Uganda regarding the impact of recent funding cuts by the US and other global north funders.
iii. To investigate the actions, strategies, and adaptability measures adopted by Ugandan research institutions to sustain operations and research activities in response to recent global funding reductions.

 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:40:30 2028-09-12 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Julius Lwanga
ID: UNCST-2022-R010322
 THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN NUTRITIONAL STATUS AND DIETARY PATTERNS AMONG PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE AND ASSOCIATED COMORBIDITIES ATTENDING OUT-PATIENT CLINICS IN KAMPALA
REFNo: HS2888ES

IV. Assess the relationship of dietary patterns and nutritional status with CKD and associated comorbidities management,III. Evaluate the comorbidities in patients with CKD attending out-patient clinics in Kampala.,II. Assess the dietary patterns of patients with CKD attending out-patient clinics in Kampala.,I. Determine the nutrition status of patients with CKD attending out-patient clinics in Kampala.,The general objective of the study is to determine the relationship of nutritional status and dietary patterns among patients with Chronic Kidney Disease and associated comorbidities management attending out-patient clinics of Mulago Renal Clinic, Kiruddu Renal Clinic and Panorama Medical Center Kampala.,
 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:39:09 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Constance Nakato Nakimuli
ID: UNCST-2024-R003618
 Predicting the quality of biomass briquettes using a machine learning approach
REFNo: SIR459ES

i. To develop a comprehensive dataset that accurately characterizes biomass briquettes, briquetting processes, and feedstock properties, providing a strong foundation for machine learning model development
ii. To develop robust machine learning models capable of accurately predicting the key quality parameters of biomass briquettes, enabling informed decision-making for process optimization
iii. To empirically validate the practical feasibility of biomass briquettes for diverse cook stoves, focusing on the relationship between briquette characteristics and cook stove efficiency through data visualization techniques

 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:37:50 2028-09-12 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Ronald Opito
ID: UNCST-2022-R011357
 PROFILING THE DISEASE BURDEN IN TESO THROUGH COMMUNITY BASED MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH SERVICES AT SOROTI UNIVERSITY, A PROSPECTIVE STUDY. (PRODIB_COBMERS).
REFNo: HS6508ES

1. Assess the prevalence of common non-communicable disease (NCDs) in Teso subregion and the capacity of the health workers to diagnose them.
2. To determine the trends of common infectious diseases over a period of 10 years. (TB, Malaria, UTIs, hepatitis B, STIs, RTIs etc) within the Teso sub-region and assess the effectiveness in the preventive measures over the same period.
3. To establish the prevalence of common NTDs (Schistosomiasis, Onchocerciasis, trypanosomiasis etc) around wetland communities in eastern Uganda and the effectiveness of control measures.
Uganda 2025-09-12 16:20:07 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Seju Kang
ID: UNCST-2024-R015536
 Developing Environmental Wastewater-Based Surveillance in Non-Sewered Areas in Low-Income Contexts
REFNo: HS5809ES

Research questions: To develop and validate a community-based environmental surveillance approach to detect infectious disease pathogens in urban areas with non-sewered sanitation. Objective 1: To design and implement a sampling plan that identifies high-risk locations for pathogens in non-sewered urban environments. Objective 2: To analyze pathogen levels and correlate findings with demographic and spatial data.
South Korea 2025-09-12 16:17:44 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
alice namatovu
ID: UNCST-2025-R017415
 EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF BACTERIOPHAGE COCKTAILS AGAINST MULTI-DRUG-RESISTANT BACTERIA ON PATIENTS WITH DIABETIC FOOT ULCERS ATTENDING SELECTED REFERRAL HOSPITALS IN UGANDA
REFNo: HS5652ES

Main objective:
To assess the efficacy of bacteriophages in the management of diabetic foot wounds/ulcers in animal models and among patients attending the selected referral hospitals in Uganda.

Specific Objectives
i) To determine the biological and genotypic characteristics of lytic bacteriophages against the MDR- bacteria isolated from diabetic wounds of patients.

ii) To determine the virulence genes of the bacteria isolated from DFU patients and those genes associated with antimicrobial resistance.
iii) Determine the phage receptor genes on the MDR bacteria isolated from DFU patients.

iv). To evaluate the effectiveness of the identified Bacteriophage preparation/cocktail in the healing of induced diabetic wounds in mice.
v). To evaluate the effectiveness of the identified bacteriophage preparation/cocktail in the healing of diabetic foot wounds on patients in selected referral hospitals in Uganda.

 Uganda 2025-09-12 16:14:57 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Solomon Mbina Adomi
ID: UNCST-2024-R015658
 EFFECTS OF LYOPHILIZED LEAF EXTRACT OF KHAT (Catha edulis Forsk) ON HEPATORENAL SYSTEM AND LIPID METABOLISM IN HIGH FAT DIET INDUCED HYPERLIPIDEMIC MALE ALBINO WISTAR RATS
REFNo: HS5753ES

1. To characterize the bioactive compounds in lyophilized Catha edulis leaf extract using Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) technique. 2. To determine the molecular interactions between bioactive compounds of Catha edulis leaf extract. and key proteins involved in lipid metabolism (leptin, adiponectin, and HMG-CoA reductase) using molecular docking analysis. 3. To determine the effect of lyophilized Catha edulis leaf extract on serum liver function parameters, (Alanine aminotransferase (ALT), Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), bilirubin, Albumin). in HFD-induced hyperlipidemic male albino Wistar rats. 4. To evaluate the effect of lyophilized Catha edulis leaf extract on kidney function indices (Urea, creatinine, serum electrolytes) in HFD-induced hyperlipidemic male albino Wistar rats. 5. To determine the effect of lyophilized Catha edulis leaf extract on serum leptin and adiponectin hormones levels in HFD-induced hyperlipidemic male albino Wistar rats. 6. To evaluate the effect of lyophilized Catha edulis leaf extract on serum lipid profile (Total cholesterol, High-density lipoprotein, low-density lipoproteins, and triglycerides) in HFD induced hyperlipidemic male albino Wistar rats. 7. To examine the effect of lyophilized Catha edulis leaf extract on the histology of the liver and kidney of HFD induced-hyperlipidemic male albino Wistar rats.
Nigeria 2025-09-12 16:13:25 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Magololo Mutesi Fiona
ID: UNCST-2024-R015533
 Changes in inpatient antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance rates, through a collaborative quality improvement intervention: a study on adult surgical wards at Mulago National Referral Hospital.
REFNo: HS6321ES

4.1 Objectives. 4.1.1 General objective To reduce irrational inpatient antibiotic use by at least 10% in the adult surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital using a collaborative quality improvement intervention approach. 4.1.2 Specific Objectives. 4.1.2.1 Specific Primary objectives. 1. To determine baseline and closeout rates of irrational inpatient antibiotic use in the adult surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital at Month one and Month seven respectively. 2. To describe antimicrobial resistance rates and drug susceptibility patterns of commonly isolated bacterial pathogens obtained from patients admitted to the adult surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital during the 24 months preceding this study (July 2023-June 2025). 3. To determine monthly rates of irrational antibiotic use on the adult surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital from Month two to Month six, during the QI intervention implementation. 4. To explore health worker perceptions and lived experiences on antimicrobial resistance, antibiotic prescription and antimicrobial stewardship as well as the impact of AMR on the adult surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital, at Month one and Month seven. 5. To reduce irrational antibiotic use by 10%, through developing and implementing a collaborative quality improvement intervention to on antimicrobial stewardship on the adult surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital. 5.1.2.2 Specific Secondary objectives. 6. To describe the change in monthly rates of irrational inpatient antibiotic use following a quality improvement intervention in the adult surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital. 7. To describe the relationship between irrational inpatient antibiotic use rates and antimicrobial resistance rates in adult gastrointestinal surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital. 8. To describe the change in antimicrobial resistance rates and drug susceptibility profiles of isolates obtained from patients admitted to the adult surgical wards of Mulago National Referral Hospital during this study, compared to those of patients admitted in 24 months before this study (24 months preceding month 1).
Uganda 2025-09-12 12:24:29 2028-09-12 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Jerry Okal Okoth
ID: UNCST-2025-R016719
 Evaluation of the Challenge Initiative (TCI)
REFNo: SS3773ES

The objective of the deep dive is to assess whether and to what extent TCI inputs and activities have led to or contributed to intended IOs in Uganda, and the process for how those IOs were achieved. ,
 Kenya 2025-09-10 12:20:33 2028-09-10 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Othman Kakaire
ID: UNCST-2019-R000359
 Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation for the Commercial Introduction and Scale-up of DMPA-SC in East Africa (DMPA SC MLE STUDY)
REFNo: HS6422ES

General objective: To support the monitoring, learning and evaluation of the commercial introduction of DMPA-SC in the private sector in Uganda, including identifying scalable strategies for increasing uptake of DMPA-SC. Specific objectives: To determine the value proposition of commercially available DMPA-SC To explore the effective strategies to increase awareness, acceptability, and uptake of DMPA-SC and SI at pharmacies and drug shops To understand how DMPA-SC and related services are being managed and delivered by pharmacy and drug shop providers/outlets (staffing and training, counselling, supportive supervision, etc.) To understand the strategies and approaches that are effective in driving quality of service delivery and counselling
Uganda 2025-09-09 8:31:27 2028-09-09 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Nazarius Tumwesigye Mbona
ID: UNCST-2019-R000664
 WEB-BASED INTERVENTION FOR ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE AMONG YOUNG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
REFNo: SS1785ES

To assess feasibility and effectiveness of the web-based intervention for prevention and treatment of ASUD problems among youth 18-24 years attending Universities in Uganda,To develop a web-based intervention for prevention and treatment of ASUD problems among youth 18-24years attending Universities in Uganda,To establish the prevalence of ASUD problems among youth 18-24years in selected Universities,To contribute to the improvement of the quality of ASUD treatment services in Uganda among the youth through the development of a web-based intervention and assess its feasibility and effectiveness for the prevention and treatment of ASUD among University students in Uganda,
 Uganda 2025-09-09 8:17:25 2028-09-09 Social Science and Humanities Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
SHARON NAMIIRO MIRIAM
ID: UNCST-2023-R006661
 Prevalence of Human Papilloma Virus in lung cancer tumors of adult people with and without HIV, and its association with lung cancer stage at diagnosis.
REFNo: HS6375ES

1. To determine the prevalence of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) in primary lung cancer tumors of adult patients living with and without HIV 2. To compare the most prevalent HPV subtypes in the primary lung cancer samples of adult people living with and without HIV in Uganda. 3. To determine the association of HPV with lung cancer stage among adults with and without HIV.
Uganda 2025-09-09 16:45:06 2028-09-09 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Blasio BWAMBALE Bisereko
ID: UNCST-2020-R014574
 Influence of Terrestrial and Wetland Ecosystems on Species occurrences of Aedes and Culex Mosquitoes as vectors of Arboviruses in Northern Uganda
REFNo: NS1003ES

(i) To determine the occurrence and abundance of the species of Aedes and Culex mosquitoes in selected terrestrial ecosystems of districts in West Nile and the Acholi Sub-region in Northern Uganda
(ii) To determine the composition and abundance of the species of Aedes and Culex mosquitoes in selected wetland ecosystems of districts in West Nile and the Acholi Sub-region in Northern Uganda
(iii) To determine the prevalence of occurrence of arboviruses in the species of Aedes and Culex mosquitoes from the mentioned selected ecosystems of districts of West Nile and the Acholi Sub-region in Northern Uganda

 Uganda 2025-09-09 16:43:05 2028-09-09 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Adoke Yeka
ID: UNCST-2021-R004300
 Randomised controlled trial to assess the efficacy of artemisinin combination therapies in a setting of emerging artemisinin resistance in Uganda.
REFNo: HS6327ES

To assess the 42-day clinical and parasitological efficacy of artemether-lumefantrine (AL) and pyronaridine-artesunate (PA) for the treatment of uncomplicated P. falciparum malaria in Uganda.
 Uganda 2025-09-09 16:41:47 2028-09-09 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Mike Mugude
ID: UNCST-2022-R010442
 FEASIBILITY AND ACCEPTABILITY OF USING THE LONG-ACTING CABOTEGRAVIR-RILPIVIRINE INJECTIONS AMONG HIV-INFECTED ADOLESCENTS ATTENDING BOARDING SCHOOLS IN KAMPALA CITY, UGANDA
REFNo: SS4300ES

Primary objective: To understand how the implementation of long-acting
injectable antiretroviral therapy programs can be carried out among
ALHIV who attending boarding school education in Kampala city”.
Secondary objectives:
I. To determine the willingness to use the LA-ART among ALHIV
in boarding schools in Kampala.
II. To determine the acceptability of the LA-ART among ALHIV in
boarding schools in Kampala.
III. To explore the lived experiences of ALHIV regarding the uptake of
oral ART and factors that may influence the use of the LA-ART
boarding schools.
 Uganda 2025-09-09 14:18:00 2028-09-09 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Deogratius Okengo
ID: UNCST-2025-R017738
 Youth Participation in Akiriket Activities: Pathways to Sustainable Peace in Kotido Municipality Karamoja Uganda.
REFNo: SS4252ES

i. To investigate the roles of youth within Akiriket assemblies in Kotido, Karamoja Uganda
ii. To examine the contributions of youth to sustainable peace by their participation in Akiriket
iii. To identify the challenges for youth to sustain their engagement in Akiriket peace activities

 Uganda 2025-09-09 14:06:52 2028-09-09 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Christine  Wiltshire Sekaggya
ID: UNCST-2019-R000578
 EVALUATION OF COMMUNITY-BASED INTEGRATED SCREENING AND DIAGNOSIS OF TUBERCULOSIS, ASTHMA AND COPD, AND ITS IMPACT ON ANTIBIOTIC PRESCRIPTIONS IN SELECTED COMMUNITIES IN UGANDA
REFNo: HS6308ES

Sub – study one Primary objective 1. To evaluate the barriers and facilitators of integration of community-based TB, asthma and COPD screening and diagnosis in selected rural and urban communities of Masaka and Wakiso districts. Secondary objective 2. To describe the implementation outcomes of integrating community-based TB, asthma and COPD screening and diagnosis in selected communities of Masaka and Wakiso districts using the RE-AIM framework. Sub – study two Primary Objective 1. To determine the effect of referral of patients, through community screening initiatives, on antibiotics prescriptions patterns and practices in primary health care facilities. Secondary objectives 2. To identify factors influencing provider decisions to prescribe antibiotics to people who screen negative for TB at selected primary health facilities in Masaka, Wakiso and Rakai districts in Uganda. 3. To evaluate patients’ understanding of antibiotics prescription following a negative TB screen in selected communities in Masaka, Wakiso and Rakai districts in Uganda.
Uganda 2025-09-09 14:03:21 2028-09-09 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Martha Akulume
ID: UNCST-2023-R005452
 THE USE OF MICRO-ENTREPRENEURSHIP TO STRENGTHEN THE COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER PROGRAM IN RURAL UGANDA
REFNo: HS6368ES

To describe the access to health care services and products within the study districts To determine the factors that affect how CHEs execute their duties To map geographical information on access to healthcare providers and products in selected clusters. To determine how CHWs execute their work and the factors that affect them. To explore stakeholder�s perception regarding the contribution of community health entrepreneurship to the community health work program To estimate the frequency of use of CHE-services in general and for children <5 suffering from acute fever or diarrhoea To describe the role of CHEs in the care-trajectories for children suffering from acute fever or diarrhoea
Uganda 2025-09-09 14:02:05 2028-09-09 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Martha Naluwende
ID: UNCST-2025-R019681
 End Term Evaluation of the Make Way Programme in Uganda
REFNo: SS4114ES

The study aims to evaluate the relevance, effectiveness, coherence, and sustainability of the Make Way programme in Uganda. It will assess how well the programme addressed the SRHR needs of marginalized youth, the impact of its advocacy and capacity-building efforts, and the strength of its partnerships—especially the implementation of the “Leading from the South” approach. Additionally, the study will document lessons learned and good practices to inform future SRHR programming and policy.
 Uganda 2025-09-09 13:59:55 2028-09-09 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
MARY MUGABEKAZI
ID: UNCST-2024-R002638
 Prevalence and Risk Factors Associated with Recent and Long-Term HIV Infections Among Newly Identified HIV Positive Clients in Kyenjojo District, Western-Uganda
REFNo: HS6381ES

To find out the prevalence and risk factors associated with recent & long-term HIV infections among newly identified HIV positive clients in Kyenjojo District, Western-Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-09-09 13:48:40 2028-09-09 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Atuhaire Rosemary
ID: UNCST-2024-R003132
 Parenting Styles, Students’ Connectedness and Academic Adjustment among Pre- Service Teachers in Universities of South Western Uganda
REFNo: SS3370ES

7. To evaluate the mediating role of student connectedness in the associations between parenting styles and academic adjustment among pre-service teachers in universities in south western Uganda.,6. To investigate the relationship between student connectedness and academic adjustment among pre-service teachers in universities in south western Uganda.,5. To explore the correlation between parenting styles and student connectedness among pre-service teachers in universities in south western Uganda.,4. To examine the relationship between parenting styles and academic adjustment among pre-service teachers in universities in south western Uganda.,3. To assess the levels of academic adjustment among pre-service teachers in universities in south western Uganda.,2. To identify prevalent parenting styles among pre-service teachers in universities in south western Uganda.,1. To investigate how academic adjustment varies across demographic variables among pre-service teachers in universities in south western Uganda.,To investigate the associations between parenting styles, students\' connectedness, and academic adjustment among pre-service teachers in the universities of south western Uganda.,
 Uganda 2025-09-09 13:44:49 2028-09-09 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
GRACE ANKUNDA
ID: UNCST-2025-R017443
 TEACHER COMPETENCE, MOTIVATION AND ACTIVE LEARNING OF PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN IN UGANDA: A CASE OF KABALE DISTRICT
REFNo: SS3854ES

1) To examine the influence of teacher competence on active learning among pre-primary school children in Kabale district. 2) To analyse the effects of teacher motivation on active learning among pre-primary school children in Kabale district. 3) To assess the influence of teacher competence on teacher motivation in pre-primary schools in Kabale District. 4) To investigate the mediating role of teacher motivation in the relationship between teacher competence and active learning among pre-primary school children in Kabale district.
Uganda 2025-09-09 13:42:02 2028-09-09 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
MARGARET AANYU
ID: UNCST-2023-R003677
 Adopting multidisciplinary approaches in genetic improvements, nutritional enhancements and climate change adaptation for improved production of Nile tilapia in Uganda
REFNo: A637ES

The main objective of the project is to breed Nile tilapia for improved growth and temperature resilience, and formulation of commercially competitive and environmentally safe fish feeds for sustainable production of Nile tilapia in Uganda. The specific objectives include to: 1. Study effects of elevated water temperature on the growth, survival and physiology of Nile tilapia strains from Ugandan lakes Victoria, Kyoga, Albert, and Edward 2. Select and breed Nile tilapia strains from Ugandan lakes Victoria, Albert, Edward for both improved growth and tolerance to elevated temperature. 3. Develop cost-effective and environmentally safe feeds for fast growing temperature-resilient Nile tilapia strains. 4. Popularising the fast growing Nile tilapia strain resilient to elevated water temperature and the allied feeding regimes.
 Uganda 2025-09-09 13:39:52 2028-09-09 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joseph Lutaakome
ID: UNCST-2020-R008323
 STRIVE 002: An International Observational Study of Adults with Acute Infection
REFNo: HS6420ES

The general aim of this observational study is to is to understand more about what happens when adults are hospitalised with acute infectious diseases.
• Characterise and compare the clinical course and natural history of acute infections of interest
• Determine the percentage who die or develop other adverse outcomes during or following hospitalisation
• Identify host and pathogen risk factors for poor outcomes.
 Uganda 2025-09-09 13:38:25 2028-09-09 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
AYESIGYE JUSTUS
ID: UNCST-2025-R020078
 SUSTAINABILITY DISCLOSURE INTEGRITY: A PROPOSED GUIDANCE FRAMEWORK FOR THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4214ES

To assess the scope, quality, comparability, and regulatory alignment of sustainability disclosure practices among sampled Ugandan manufacturing firms in order to identify strengths, gaps, and priority improvement areas To explore the existing sustainability disclosure frameworks in the context of manufacturing sector in Uganda To examine the association between disclosure regime (mandatory vs. voluntary elements) and stakeholder-perceived trustworthiness of sustainability informationTo assess and evaluate existing research methodologies and propose the adoption of an appropriate methodology that addresses the research problem To ascertain the perceptions of sustainability disclosure integrity from professionals and regulators in the context of manufacturing organisations–fieldwork To recommend a proposed guidance framework for enhancing sustainability disclosure integrity in the Ugandan manufacturing sector To conclude the study by offering recommendations and identifying areas for future research
Uganda 2025-09-04 13:17:34 2028-09-04 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Samuel  Obakiro Baker
ID: UNCST-2019-R000065
 ASSESSMENT OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL SYSTEM CAPABILITIES AND CAPACITY TO MANUFACTURE, PROCURE AND DISTRIBUTE ESSENTIAL MEDICINES IN UGANDA (MaPDeM)
REFNo: HS5670ES

To explore the experiences and perceptions of communities on the utilization of pharmaceutical information systems regarding essential medicines,To evaluate the distribution networks and mechanisms for effective delivery of essential medicines to health facilities in Uganda. ,To assess the enablers and barriers for local pharmaceutical manufacturing of essential medicines in Uganda. ,To assess the pharmaceutical system capabilities and capacity to manufacture, procure and distribute essential medicines in Uganda. ,
 Uganda 2025-09-04 12:54:38 2028-09-04 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Tayebwa Bamwenda James
ID: UNCST-2021-R012825
 SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS IMPLEMENTATION EFFECTIVENESS FOR HYDRO-POWER PROJECTS IN THE NILE BASIN: A CASE OF UGANDA.
REFNo: SS4172ES

1. To analyze the performance indicators of social safeguards for international frameworks on hydro-power projects, identifying implementation gaps at the national level.
2. To assess the implementation process of social safeguards of hydro-power projects in protecting communities, focusing on livelihood restoration, land use, and displacement.
3. To analyze the enabling and hindering factors affecting the implementation of social safeguards in hydro-power projects across the Nile Basin
4. To assess the community coping mechanisms with social safeguards and hydro-power projects in the Nile Basin

Uganda 2025-09-04 12:05:39 2028-09-04 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Ben Broomfield Stuart
ID: UNCST-2025-R017589
 Understanding the evolutionary divergence and adaptation of Afrotropic Aedes (Stegomyia) zoonotic disease vectors using de-novo genome assemblies and comparative genomics
REFNo: NS1002ES

Objective 1- Generate de novo genomes for target Aedes (Stegomyia) species using freshly collected material

Objective 2- Reconstruct demographic history of Aedes mosquitos in African forests

Objective 3- Identify genomic introgression, if any, between closely related Aedes species

Objective 4- Identify genomic regions involved in adaptive divergence between closely related Aedes species

 UK 2025-09-04 12:03:37 2028-09-04 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Emmanuel Kyasanku
ID: UNCST-2022-R009112
 Seroepidemiology of dengue and other arboviruses and socio-demographic factors associated with seropositvity in Wakiso and Hoima Districts, Uganda.
REFNo: HS6326ES

1. To establish dengue and other arbovirus sero prevalence rates, by antibody detection assays and virus neutralization testing among residents of rural and urban communities, in a retrospective, longitudinal cohort study in Wakiso and Hoima Districts, Uganda, from 2018 through 2024. 2. To establish socio-demographic factors associated with seropositivity, among residents of rural and urban communities in Wakiso and Hoima Districts from 2018 through 2024. 3. To estimate anti-dengue and anti-arbovirus antibodies seroconversion rates among residents of rural and urban communities in Wakiso and Hoima Districts from 2018 through 2024.
 Uganda 2025-09-04 11:45:58 2028-09-04 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joanitah  Nalunjogi
ID: UNCST-2023-R008356
 Epidemiology of Household Energy use Burns in Selected Health Facilities in Uganda
REFNo: HS5879ES

1. To estimate the prevalence of household energy use burns in Jinja district, Uganda and factors associated.
2. To determine the relationship between the severity of burns and household energy sources used among patients managed at selected health facilities in Uganda.
3. To determine the factors associated with the eight-month physical, functional and mental outcomes of patients managed for household energy use burns in selected health facilities in Uganda.
4. To explore the experiences and perceptions of patients or caregivers on the causes, prevention and management of household energy use burns in Uganda

 Uganda 2025-09-03 5:14:06 2028-09-03 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Chris  Opesen C
ID: UNCST-2023-R006913
 Experiences of National Social Scientists in Outbreak Preparedness and Response in Uganda: Challenges and Opportunities for Participation"
REFNo: SS4003ES

1.3.1 General objective
The primary aim of this study is to understand the experiences of national social scientists in SSA and the challenges they have faced with integration during outbreak PPRR activities, with an aim to better integrating their expertise into future PPRR efforts and maximise the use of local human resources.
1.3.2 Specific Objectives
The study’s specific objectives are:
To identify and map the challenges and opportunities for national social scientists’ participation in PPRR, with a particular focus on their experiences in the recent Ebola, COVID-19, Anthrax, Marburg, Cholera, Malaria and Mpox responses.
To collaborate with national social scientists in co-creating evidence, including success stories, that advocates for their increased involvement in outbreak PPRR efforts.
To identify opportunities for providing actionable recommendations that enhance the integration of national social scientists into future outbreak PPRR activities, both within their country’s emergency response framework and internationally within the GOARN.
To contribute to the ongoing decolonisation of global health by amplifying national social scientists’ voices and co-developing strategies that empower social scientists in LMICs.
 Uganda 2025-09-03 5:11:57 2028-09-03 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Ezekiel Mupere
ID: UNCST-2021-R012739
 Reducing short and long-term consequences of early stunted growth (MAGNUS-2).
REFNo: HS6274ES

To assess the associations between stunting and gut microbiota and function among 6-10-year-old previously stunted Ugandan children.,To assess the associations between stunting and growth, body composition, child development, haemoglobin, micronutrient status and organ size (liver, kidney, spleen) among 6-10-year-old previously stunted Ugandan children,To assess predictors of cardiometabolic risk markers among 6-10-year-old previously stunted Ugandan children,To assess the long-term effects of 3-months supplementation with large-quantity LNS among 1-5-year-old Ugandan stunted children on gut microbiota and function at age 6-10 years. ,To assess the long-term effects of 3-months supplementation with large-quantity LNS among 1-5-year-old Ugandan stunted children on growth, body composition, child development, haemoglobin, micronutrient status and organ size (liver, kidney, spleen) at age 6-10 years,To assess the association between stunting and cardiometabolic risk among 6-10-year-old Ugandan children,To assess the long term effects of 3-months supplementation with large-quantity LNS among 1-5-year old Ugandan stunted children on cardiometabolic risk markers at age 6-10 years.,To assess long-term effects of supplementation with large quantity LNS on child health,
 Uganda 2025-09-03 5:10:27 2028-09-03 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Scovia  Mbalinda Nalugo
ID: UNCST-2020-R014259
 Implementation of the International Guidelines for Skin-to-Skin in the First Hour After Birth: Expansion and Sustainability for a Ugandan Hospital in Masaka
REFNo: HS6282ES

To assess the impact of training and support regarding breastfeeding latch and infant feeding practices at around 6 weeks postpartum.,To assess the impact of a rapid change intervention with the staff on the the perineal tears and episiotomies during vaginal birth,To explore and understand the experience of the mothers who experience skin-to-skin contact after birth and their experience of breastfeeding in the postpartum period,To explore and understand the experience of the staff regarding the barriers and enablers to implementing breastfeeding assessment before discharge,To assess the breastfeeding latch and response to breast milk odour of the newborn before discharge with routine care in the first hour and after implementation of immediate, continuous SSC in the hospital,To explore and understand the experience of the staff regarding the barriers and enablers to implementing and sustaining the international guideline for skin-to-skin care in the first hour after birth, and the new recommendation of 90 minutes, and to identify and implement solutions,To understand the newborn\'s experience after birth, the practice change using video ethnography will be increased to 90 minutes and compared with current care practices following the initial introduction of immediate skin-to-skin contact.,To assess the long-term sustainability of uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact (SSC) in the first hour after birth and within 90 minutes after both vaginal and cesarean section. ,To evaluate the implementation, sustainability, and impact of uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact (SSC) in the first hour after birth and increase it for at least 90 minutes at Masaka Regional Referral Hospital, Uganda, focusing on newborn outcomes, maternal experiences, perineal outcomes, healthcare staff perspectives, and its influence on breastfeeding practices,
 Uganda 2025-09-03 5:08:35 2028-09-03 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Jamon Van Den Hoek
ID: UNCST-2023-R006549
 Gauging Agricultural Land-Use Decisions and Boundaries in Refugee Settlements in Uganda
REFNo: SS4159ES

This project seeks to 1) collect information on factors that influence agricultural land use decisions in refugee settlements in Uganda, and 2) estimate the boundary (the outermost extent) of agricultural lands accessed or managed by refugees. The first objective provides information on factors associated with cropland dynamics in refugee settlement. The second objective allows us to associate satellite-mapped cropland dynamics to specific refugee settlements.

This project follows the UNCST-approved research project, "Multi-sensor Mapping of Refugee Agricultural Land-Cover/Land-Use Change Hotspots in Uganda" (RefNo: A414ES), which sought to collect information on crop type and condition at refugee settlements for further satellite image analysis.
 USA 2025-09-03 5:07:37 2028-09-03 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
George Kasule
ID: UNCST-2025-R020040
 HOUSEHOLD DEBT MANAGEMENT IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4141ES

1. To investigate the relationship between number of the loan and household debt management in Uganda.
2. To examine the moderating effect of purpose of the loan in the relationship between number of loans and household debt management in Uganda.
3. To assess the relationship between financial knowledge and household debt management in Uganda.
4. To investigate the relationship between institutional innovative financial technologies and household debt management in Uganda.
5. To assess the relationship between social networks and household debt management in Uganda
6. To examine the relationship between remittances and household debt management in Uganda.

 Uganda 2025-09-03 5:06:34 2028-09-03 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Betty Mwesigwa
ID: UNCST-2020-R014667
 CASCADE C-3001-A: Comparison of Clinic-based versus Clinic- plus Community Outreach-based Strategy to Increase Uptake of Cervical Cancer Screening via HPV Self-Collection among Women Living with HIV: a Cluster Randomized Trial.
REFNo: HS6333ES

To compare cervical cancer monthly screening rates in screen-eligible women living with HIV (WLWH) between the two screening models: standard-of-care for cervical cancer screening through static clinics only (Model 1) versus HPV self-collection through both static clinics and a community-based screening strategy by facility link facilitators (FLFs) (Model 2). Standard-of-care for Model 1 is defined as HPV self-collection when available or Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA) when HPV-based screening is not available
 Uganda 2025-09-03 5:05:44 2028-09-03 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Daniel  Emoru Reagan
ID: UNCST-2025-R020048
 Safeguarding Public Health in the Face of Climate Change: Evaluating Uganda's National Policies and Catalyzing Stakeholder Action
REFNo: HS6332ES

1. To conduct a comprehensive review and analysis of Uganda’s national climate change policies, with a particular emphasis on understanding what policies are available and identifying and assessing the inclusion of health-related impacts, risks, and adaptation/mitigation measures.
2. To evaluate the mechanisms and efforts undertaken by the government and development partners to disseminate and raise awareness about these national climate change policies among relevant stakeholders.
3. To identify gaps and provide recommendations for strengthening the integration of health considerations in national climate change policies, as well as improving the dissemination and awareness-raising efforts among key stakeholders.

Uganda 2025-09-03 5:03:32 2028-09-03 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
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