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Taremwa Danison Danison
ID: UNCST-2024-R002981
AN OPTIMIZED ENSEMBLE DEEP LEARNING MODEL FOR MAIZE YIELD PREDICTION
REFNo: SIR375ES

General Objective of the Study

The general objective of the study will be to develop an optimized ensemble deep learning model to improve the accuracy of maize yield prediction, thereby enhancing decision-making by stakeholders in the agriculture sector.
Specific Objectives of the Study

i. To investigate the challenges of the current yield forecasting models and remote sensing technologies that will be used to generate variables for predicting maize yields using remote sensing data.
ii. To design and develop an optimized CNN-LSTM model using Bayesian approaches for the prediction of maize yields in Uganda.
iii. To evaluate the performance of the developed model for maize yield estimation.

Uganda 2025-04-02 8:32:18 2028-04-02 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Moses Sembatya Nixon
ID: UNCST-2024-R015771
Baseline Study of Norms and Behavioral Drivers of Child Marriage and Female Genital Mutilation in Uganda
REFNo: SS3765ES

This study aims to provide crucial insights into the prevalence, drivers, and consequences of child marriage (CM) and female genital mutilation (FGM) in Uganda through a comprehensive baseline study. By assessing social norms, knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to CM and FGM, the study seeks to inform targeted interventions and policy decisions.
Uganda 2025-04-02 10:33:36 2028-04-02 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Rogers Ssebunya
ID: UNCST-2025-R016712
Supporting Health System Readiness and Quality for Scaled Delivery of Self-Injectable Contraception: The Delivering Innovation in Self-Care (DISC) 2.0 Study Version 1.1
REFNo: HS5767ES

1. To describe health facility readiness to provide voluntary DMPA-SC SI within the existing contraceptive method mix in DISC-supported facilities in Uganda.
2. To describe quality of contraceptive counseling and client experiences among clients receiving injectables at DISC-supported facilities in Uganda.
3. To understand clients’ self-efficacy and confidence around DMPA self-injection immediately post-training and at 4-months follow-up in Uganda.
4. To improve understanding of DMPA-SC ‘take home’ units, including dispensation practices, provider and client preferences, storage, and usage, and disposal at initiation and 4-months follow-up.
Uganda 2025-04-02 10:31:32 2028-04-02 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Susan  Nabadda Ndidde
ID: UNCST-2020-R014331
Field Performance Evaluation of the Genbody ConfiSign HIV Self-Test in Uganda
REFNo: HS5760ES

To evaluate the field diagnostic performance and operational characteristics; usability, acceptability, and feasibility of the Genbody ConfiSign HIV ST in Uganda.

Specific objectives
a) To determine the field diagnostic accuracy (sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value) of the Genbody ConfiSign HIV Self Test compared with the Wondflo HIV Self test (Guangzhou, China).

b)To evaluate the operational characteristics; feasibility, acceptability, and usability of the Genbody ConfiSign HIV ST in selected health facilities.

Uganda 2025-04-02 10:25:15 2028-04-02 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Robert Odendi Gideon
ID: UNCST-2024-R002130
MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES, ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES AND INTERPERSONAL PSYCHOTHERAPY AMONG ADOLESCENTS AT KAMPIRINGISA NATIONAL REHABILITATION CENTER, CENTRAL UGANDA
REFNo: HS5763ES

1. To determine the prevalence of mental health challenges (Depression, PTSD, and alcohol substance use disorders) and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) among adolescents at Kampiringisa National Rehabilitation Centre (KNRC).
2. To examine the relationship between ACEs and mental health challenges, with social support as a mediator among adolescents at KNRC.
3. To explore the experiences and perceptions of adolescents regarding the effectiveness of existing counseling practices in reducing depressive symptoms among adolescents at KNRC.
4. To identify the socio-cultural factors, institutional policies, and individual characteristics that influence the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of Group Interpersonal Therapy (Group IPT) in reducing depressive symptoms at KNRC.
5. To evaluate adolescents' experiences and perceptions of the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of Group IPT compared to the existing counseling practices at KNRC.

Uganda 2025-04-02 10:00:01 2028-04-02 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
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