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Dennis Muhanguzi
ID: UNCST-2019-R001101
Evaluation of The Safety, Efficacy and Stability of Sangaphos® Emulsifiable Concentrate [E.C]: A Randomised Single-Blinded Positive Controlled Multi-Site Acaricide Field Trial
REFNo: NS1171ES

General objectives: To determine the efficacy, safety, and stability of SangaPhos [Sanga Vet. Chem. Ltd, Kampala Industrial Park, Namanve] when applied onto cattle by hand spraying and plunge dipping for tick control. Specific objectives The specific objectives of this acaricide field trial will to determine; i.Efficacy of Sangaphos® when applied onto cattle by hand spraying and plunge dipping for tick control. ii.Safety of Sangaphos® when applied onto cattle by hand spraying and plunge dipping for tick control. iii.Stability of Sangaphos® when applied onto cattle by plunge dipping for tick control.
Uganda 2026-03-03 12:23:56 2029-03-03 Natural Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Francis Ssenkuba
ID: UNCST-2023-R005471
POINT-OF-CARE MONITORING OF SCHISTOSOMIASIS AND FASCIOLOSIS IN LAKE ALBERT, SOUTHWESTERN UGANDA: OPTIMISING THE ENVIRONMENTAL DNA DUPLEX QPCR
REFNo: NS1175ES

i. To develop and optimise a field deployable point of care duplex qPCR for simultaneous detection of Schistosoma mansoni and Fasciola spp. from water environmental samples. ii. To determine the influence of seasonal dynamics of biotic and abiotic factors on Schistosoma and Fasciola eDNA detection in the L. Albert region. iii. To map the actual transmission of human and bovine schistosomiasis and fasciolosis in real time to guide prevention and control interventions. iv. To evaluate the efficacy of the selected snail control measures in schistosomiasis and fasciolosis control using eLAMP and the optimised duplex qPCR assay.
Uganda 2026-03-03 12:22:53 2029-03-03 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ZALIKA FIKIRA
ID: UNCST-2025-R022860
Internal Control Systems and Management of Accounts Receivables in Private Healthcare Providers in Uganda: A Case of Norvik Hospital, Kampala
REFNo: SS4893ES

To examine the relationship between Control environment and Management of accounts receivables in private healthcare providers in Uganda, a case of Norvik Hospital. To examine the relationship between Monitoring activities and Management of accounts receivables in private healthcare providers in Uganda, a case of Norvik Hospital. To examine the relationship between Control activities and Management of accounts receivables in private healthcare providers in Uganda, a case of Norvik Hospital.
Uganda 2026-03-03 12:21:34 2029-03-03 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Victoria Nankabirwa
ID: UNCST-2021-R011871
Infant Sleep Positioning in Uganda: Formative Research to Inform Culturally Appropriate Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Prevention Strategies
REFNo: HS7148ES

1. To explore caregivers’ beliefs, social norms, and perceived control regarding infant sleeping position practices in the north and central regions of Uganda. 2. To identify cultural, social, environmental, and structural barriers and facilitators of the adoption of supine sleeping for infants. 3. To adapt key components and messages of the “Back to Sleep” campaign for the Ugandan context. 4. To assess the acceptability and feasibility of using an objective device to measure infant sleeping position in preparation for a future sleep position intervention study.
Uganda 2026-03-03 12:20:23 2029-03-03 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Julian Bagyendera Kobutungi
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Endline Evaluation for the Second Education Response Plan (ERP II) for Refugees and Host Communities
REFNo: SS4899ES

5. To identify and document key lessons learnt and recommendations to inform future programming.,4. To assess the extent to which ERP II implementation is sustainable at national and sub-national levels,3. To analyse the efficiency of ERP II implementation, including resource utilisation and process management.,2. To assess the effectiveness of ERP II implementation with a specific focus on progress made in executing planned activities and delivering outputs in alignment with ERP II objectives.,1. To evaluate the relevance and coherence of interventions in addressing beneficiaries’ needs and priorities, and the level of complementarity, harmonisation, and coordination among actors.,To assess the overall performance in achieving its intended outcomes.,
Uganda 2026-02-23 12:58:30 2029-02-23 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
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