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Esther Buregyeya
ID: UNCST-2020-R014116
 Secondary distribution of HIV self-testing by Female Sex Workers, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) starter packs and brief counseling to promote PrEP initiation and persistence among high-risk men in Uganda
REFNo: HS4891ES

Determine acceptability, feasibility, and safety of the intervention, and preliminary estimates of the potential for the intervention, compared to the control, to promote PrEP initiation, adherence, and persistence among male clients,Conduct an initial (stage 1a) small pilot of the intervention and refine it in preparation for the stage 1b pilot trial,Create the proposed Kayungirizi intervention to promote PrEP initiation and persistence among male clients of FSW through qualitative research informing adaptation and integration of components of local models and aspects of evidence-based interventions,Our overall hypothesis is that secondary distribution of HIVST by FSW to their male clients as an entry point to generate demand for PrEP, followed by an FSW-led intervention to address ongoing structural, interpersonal, and individual-level barriers (convenience, confidentiality/stigma, flexibility) will promote PrEP initiation, adherence, and persistence among male clients. ,
 Uganda 2024-10-31 17:21:44 2027-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Bruce Kirenga J
ID: UNCST-2019-R001460
 AIR QUALITY AND FOOD PREPARATION IN LOW -INCOME COMMUNITY IN KAMPALA-UGANDA: ACOMPARATIVE STUDY OF TWO COOKING STOVES
REFNo: HS5085ES

The overall purpose of the study is to determine if the novel samuchit steam cookers use a different amount of fuel, generate lower levels of PM, and have reduced cooking times compared to the traditional sigiri charcoal stoves,
 Uganda 2024-10-31 17:14:55 2027-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
NAOME KAKUNDWA
ID: UNCST-2023-R007057
 Corporate governance practices and financial performance of Saving and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOs) in Bushenyi Uganda
REFNo: SS3030ES

To examine the influence of member participation on the financial performance of SACCOs in Western Uganda,To establish the effect of Transparency & accountability on the financial performance of SACCOs in Western Uganda,To examine the influence of Audit committee practices on the financial performance of SACCOs in Western Uganda,To assess the effect of Board practices on the financial performance of SACCOs in Western Uganda,
 Uganda 2024-10-31 16:50:17 2027-10-31 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Hannah Brown Alice
ID: UNCST-2023-R006208
 A Longitudinal Study of the Development of Multimodal Combinational Communication in Chimpanzees
REFNo: NS834ES

To understand and explore the ontogeny of combinational communication in chimpanzees (Pan Troglodytes) to provide insights to the evolution of human language. To understand how non-adult chimpanzees develop the multimodal combinatorial communication that has been seen in adult chimpanzees. To assess the role social learning may play in the acquisition of multimodal combinatorial communication, by (i) comparing non-adult repertoires to those of their mother (social learning model) and father (not a social learning model) and (ii) by examining cross -community differences in adult repertoires.
UK 2024-10-31 16:48:44 2027-10-31 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ROVINE NALUYIMBAZI
ID: UNCST-2024-R005302
 Expanding laparoscopic simulation in Uganda
REFNo: HS4783ES

Aim 3: Create, conduct, and review a hybrid laparoscopic surgery training course for practicing Ugandan surgeons.,Aim 2: Create a low-cost, high-fidelity laparoscopy training model. We will utilize the Duke-Muk educational partnership that forms the foundation for the Shipping Container MakerSpaces to develop and build a laparoscopic training model, demonstrating the effectiveness of the previously developed infrastructure for biomedical engineering.,Aim 1: Assess level of baseline laparoscopic training and experience for Ugandan surgeons. We will survey the members of the Ugandan Surgical Society regarding their needs, expectations, and willingness to participate in a laparoscopic training course,We will assess the needs of local surgeons and trainees about their needs and experiences in laparoscopy to develop a low-cost box-trainer that is manufactured locally. This box will enable LMIC surgeons to develop the fundamental skills necessary to perform laparoscopy and improve surgical patient outcomes. The developed box trainer will form the foundation of a hybrid laparoscopy training course to be facilitated by local surgical and medical educators.,
 Uganda 2024-10-31 16:41:56 2027-10-31 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
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