Esther Nanfuka Kalule
ID:
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MID-TERM (2022) AND FINAL/EX-POST (2023) EVALUATION OF THE GAME CONNECT PROGRAMME
REFNo: SS2703ES
To learn on an ongoing basis so as to improve the design and implementation of Game Connect, as well as other ongoing (and future) ORF-funded sport for protection programmes in Uganda and beyond.
To build the evidence base on specific areas of the intervention, and to increase knowledge and understanding of the outcomes and impacts for the participants.
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:34:41 |
2027-10-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Elisa Macchi
ID: UNCST-2023-R004097
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Gains: Perceptions of Misaligned Incentives in Health:
REFNo: SS2729ES
To understand the correlation between BMI, and wealth/earnings.
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Italy |
2024-10-23 17:32:50 |
2027-10-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Stephen Agonzibwa
ID: UNCST-2024-R004214
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Resource Mobilization Modalities And Their Influence On The Viability Of Academic Programs In Private Universities In Fort Portal City
REFNo: HS4561ES
3. Examine the efficiency of current resource allocation practices and their contribution to sustainability in Fort Portal City\'s Private Universities.,2. To investigate the effectiveness of partnerships and collaborations in mobilizing resources on the viability of academic programs in private universities in Fort Portal City.,1. Evaluate how private universities in Fort Portal City engage with various stakeholders to mobilize resources for the viability of their academic programs,The general objective of this study is to systematically investigate the effectiveness of existing financial resource mobilization approaches and their direct influence on the viability of academic programs in Uganda.,
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:31:44 |
2027-10-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Ouma Simple
ID: UNCST-2021-R012820
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AJOLI: Developing culturally-sensitive understanding of autism and community needs in
Uganda
REFNo: HS4564ES
1. Work with stakeholders in three representative districts in Northern Uganda (Gulu city, Amuru and Pader) to develop culturally sensitive understandings of autism and community needs using a qualitative methodology.
2. Use participatory methods, to develop accessible resources to explain about autism and address sociocultural misconceptions.
3. Map likely autism prevalence among communities using a brief, low-cost, culturally-sensitive autism screener across three sites
to increase policy justification at a regional level for wider autism support.
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:30:07 |
2027-10-23 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Douglas Serwada
ID: UNCST-2024-R003939
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Assessing The Influence of Climate Change on Sexual Reproductive Health Outcomes for Young People in Jinja and Mayuge districts-MAKSHSREC-2024-718
REFNo: SS3155ES
To investigate the psychosocial stressors related to climate change and their effects on young people SRH outcomes in Jinja and Mayuge districts.,To explore the relationship between resource scarcity and SRH outcomes among young people in Jinja and Mayuge districts.,To assess the impact of extreme weather events on the availability and accessibility of SRH services for young people in Jinja and Mayuge districts within the last 4-year period.,• To investigate the influence of climate change on the sexual and reproductive health (SRH) of young people in Mayuge and Jinja districts.,
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:26:31 |
2027-10-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Cissy Kityo
ID: UNCST-2021-R013663
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Tuberculosis case finding at the completion of the Ubuntu clinical trial: a substudy to CoVPN 3008 (Ubuntu
REFNo: HS4739ES
Primary Objective 1: Identify participants with previously undiagnosed
tuberculosis (TB) disease, including subclinical TB.
Primary Objective 2: Identify demographic and other participant characteristics
that are associated with the diagnosis of TB, including subclinical TB.
Primary Objective 3: Investigate peripheral blood biomarkers associated with
diagnosis of TB, including subclinical TB.
Primary Objective 4: Follow participants with confirmed TB for six months and
identify those that remain microbiologically positive for TB.
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:24:22 |
2027-10-23 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Joseph Rujumba Rujumba
ID: UNCST-2022-R011160
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Delivery strategies for post-discharge malaria chemoprevention (PDMC) in children with severe anaemia in African children: Formative research in Benin, Kenya, Malawi and Uganda
REFNo: HS4895ES
3. To develop user-friendly Job Aids for healthcare providers and IEC materials for health workers, CHWs and caregivers to promote effective service delivery and uptake.,2. To develop optimal packaging and information leaflets for PDMC drugs to optimise adherence by caregivers,1. To use the findings to finalise the design of the implementation trial to be conducted in two countries that will evaluate at least two of the preferred delivery strategies for PDMC most likely to optimise adherence. ,1. To explore the perceptions of national malaria programme managers, healthcare providers, community health workers and caregivers of hospitalised children in Benin, Kenya, Malawi and Uganda on PDMC and considerations for implementation in different contexts and assess preferences for choice of drug, drug regimen, and preferred delivery strategies for PDMC drugs taken in the home.,
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:22:44 |
2027-10-23 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Gabriel Iguma
ID: UNCST-2024-R003801
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The Role of Sustainable Livelihoods in Enhancing Sexual and Reproductive Health Resilience to Climate Change Among Young People in Mayuge and Jinja Districts.-MAKSHSREC-2024-721
REFNo: SS3158ES
To investigate the role of sustainable livelihoods in enhancing the resilience of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) to climate change in Mayuge and Jinja districts.To assess the impact of sustainable livelihood practices on the availability and accessibility of SRH services in the context of climate change.To explore the relationship between improved livelihoods and SRH outcomes among young people in climate-affected areas.To identify and document community-based strategies that leverage sustainable livelihoods to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change on SRH.
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:20:45 |
2027-10-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Deo Wabwire Ogema
ID: UNCST-2021-R013932
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Tuberculosis Case Finding at the Completion of the Ubuntu Clinical Trial: A Sub-study to CoVPN 3008 (Ubuntu). Protocol version 1.0, 16 May 2024
REFNo: HS4828ES
Primary Objective 1: Identify participants with previously undiagnosed tuberculosis (TB) disease, including subclinical TB.
Primary Objective 2: Identify demographic and other participant characteristics that are associated with the diagnosis of TB, including subclinical TB.
Primary Objective 3: Investigate peripheral blood biomarkers associated with diagnosis of TB, including subclinical TB.
Primary Objective 4: Follow participants with confirmed TB for six months and identify those that remain microbiologically positive for TB.
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:19:34 |
2027-10-23 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Dennis Mwesigwa
ID: UNCST-2024-R003797
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Integrating Sexual Reproductve Health into Climate Justice Movements: Perspectives from Young People with Disabilities in Jinja District.
REFNo: SS3203ES
To understand the integration of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) into climate justice movements from the perspectives of young people with disabilities in Jinja District. To explore the experiences and perceptions of young people with disabilities regarding the inclusion of SRH issues in climate justice movements.To document case studies of the successful integration of SRH into climate justice movements led by or involving young people with disabilities.To explore the role of community-based organisations in supporting the integration of SRH and climate justice for young people with disabilities.
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:17:23 |
2027-10-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Zabibu Afazali
ID: UNCST-2024-R004457
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An Assessment of Midterm Access: Beneficiary Perspectives of Makerere University Retirement Benefits Scheme (MURBS)
REFNo: SS3045ES
3. To examine MURBS members\' perspectives on the management of midterm access and pension funds.,2. Analyze the experiences and usage behavior pertaining to midterm access.,1. To investigate the factors influencing mid-term access and the underlying motivations.,To evaluate midterm access to pension funds by uncovering motivations, analyzing experiences and assessing management perspectives,
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:14:33 |
2027-10-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Peter Elyanu James
ID: UNCST-2021-R013210
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CoVPN 3008- “UBUNTU TB SUB STUDY"; Tuberculosis case finding at the completion of the Ubuntu clinical trial
REFNo: HS4778ES
Overall objective: To identify individuals with undiagnosed TB, including subclinical TB, so they can be linked to care; and investigate blood biomarkers associated with TB diagnosis, particularly in populations living with HIV and other co-morbidities.
Primary Objectives:
• Identify participants with previously undiagnosed tuberculosis (TB) disease, including subclinical TB.
• Identify demographic and other participant characteristics that are associated with the diagnosis of TB, including subclinical TB.
• Investigate peripheral blood biomarkers associated with diagnosis of TB, including subclinical TB.
• Follow participants with confirmed TB for six months and identify those that remain microbiologically positive for TB.
Exploratory objectives
• Evaluate the tongue swabs as a diagnostic tool for TB.
• Determine the clinical relevance of trace results from Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra in TB diagnosis/management.
• Investigate the potential of an artificial intelligence-powered CAD system for TB diagnosis using chest radiographs.
• Assess associations of TB treatment with clinical outcomes and TB disease status.
• Evaluate the effect of TB treatment on TB-associated peripheral blood biomarkers measured after at the six-month follow-up time point.
• Undertake analyses aimed at improving our understanding of different TB screening or diagnostic strategies, and analyses at enhancing our understanding of TB immunology and pathophysiology, in the context of clinical and subclinical TB.
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Uganda |
2024-10-23 17:13:10 |
2027-10-23 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Michael Mukhwana
ID: UNCST-2024-R002954
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ROLE OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN ENHANCING INCLUSIVE SCIENCE EDUCATION OF STUDENTS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENT IN LOWER SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN UGANDA: AN EXPLORATORY STUDY
REFNo: SS3141ES
4. To analyze the barriers and possibilities while using assistive technology in enhancing inclusive science education of Students with Visual Impairment in lower secondary schools in Uganda.,3. To explore the sighted peers’ opinion on assistive technology in enhancing inclusive science education of Students with Visual Impairment in lower secondary schools in Uganda.,2. To assess the professionals’ opinion on assistive technology in enhancing inclusive science education of Students with Visual Impairment in lower secondary schools in Uganda.,1. To study the role of assistive technology in enhancing inclusive science education of students with visual impairment in lower secondary schools in Uganda concerning the following dimensions; a) Accessibility b) Support Services c) Teaching and Learning Resources d) Assessment and Evaluation
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Uganda |
2024-10-21 16:31:28 |
2027-10-21 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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TUMWIJUKYE RUTH KOMUNDA
ID: UNCST-2023-R005625
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CAPACITY BUILDING STRATEGIES AND PERFORMANCE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL IN KANUNGU DISTRICT, WESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS3273ES
To examine the intervening role of organizational culture on the relationship between capacity building strategies and performance of local government personnel Kanungu district.,To analyze the effects of training strategies on performance of local government personnel in Kanungu district,To assess the effects of participatory planning on performance of local government personnel in Kanungu district.,To examine the effects of empowerment on performance of local government personnel in Kanungu district.,The purpose of the study is to examine the effects of capacity building strategies on the effectiveness of personnel performance in local governance councils with Kanungu district, as a case study,
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Uganda |
2024-10-21 16:02:26 |
2027-10-21 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Susan Babirye
ID: UNCST-2021-R013201
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Exploring the social norms surrounding Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and how these influence care and support for young survivors in Busia: An operations research
REFNo: HS5024ES
The overall objective of this study is to explore the different social norms surrounding SGBV in Busia and Mbale district, in terms of root causes, prevention, and response.,
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Uganda |
2024-10-21 16:00:50 |
2027-10-21 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Juma Katungi
ID: UNCST-2024-R002472
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A needs assessment for Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) services in selected Districts and the Development of a Training Package for the STRYIDE Initiative REF; MUREC-2024-477
REFNo: SS3245ES
1. Undertake a needs assessment related to availability and gaps of the ECCE services in the four target districts of Madi-Okollo, Terego, Kampala and Isingiro, including identification of the demand and appetite of parents and communities for parent-supported ECCE services and the interest of youth in working in ECD centres (running them as a business) and in the eco-system or support services that are related to the ECE Centres.
a. Identify and evaluate the existing early childhood education services available in the four target districts and identify gaps and communities with little or no access.
b. Assess the accessibility, affordability and quality of existing early childhood education services
c. Identify any barriers or challenges hindering the provision or utilisation of early childhood education services,
d. Explore potential opportunities for improvement and expansion of early childhood education services in the target Districts with the (financial) contribution of families (disaggregated by settlement and host communities, parishes, villages, etc.).,
2. Map, consolidate, and design a capacity-building training toolkit for young people on required core competencies, soft skills, innovation skills, technical and entrepreneurial aspects (including social enterprise development) of ECCE services based on existing training packages, including but not limited to those developed by UNICEF and UNCDF
a. Mapping existing content and training packages covering the areas of ECCE services (e.g., the MoES, community child care programme, ECCE certificates, and diploma programmes, parenting programmes, caring for the caregivers package, and others), transferable skills, social innovation and entrepreneurship, digital and financial skills
b. Consolidating a full training package combining relevant curricular/content outcomes and modules that can be implemented at scale
c. Based on the consolidated package, develop a detailed training package map and detailed training plan for training master trainers to lead the cascading process.
d. Produce a final design of the training package tailored for STRYIDE as an initiative titled STRYIDE toolkit. This includes the final toolkit with relevant handouts and training materials.
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Uganda |
2024-10-21 15:54:14 |
2027-10-21 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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John Doyle-Raso
ID: UNCST-2024-R002244
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Conservation Beyond Boundaries: A History of Wetlands and Knowledge in Uganda
REFNo: SS3214ES
The main purpose is to analyze the history of the implementation of the national wetlands policy of Uganda. I will use this information to augment my PhD dissertation (about the history of the creation of the national wetlands policy of Uganda) and submit the augmented manuscript to a scholarly press for publication as a book.
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Canada |
2024-10-21 15:46:31 |
2027-10-21 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Flavia Namiiro
ID: UNCST-2024-R005009
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SUPPORT NEEDS FOR PARENTS, OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS AND HEALTH
CARE PROVIDERS CARING FOR VERY PREMATURE INFANTS DURING
AND AFTER DISCHARGE FROM THE NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT: A PILOT STUDY.
REFNo: HS4995ES
To explore the support needs, influencing factors, sources of support, available support services and coping mechanisms for parents, other family members and health care providers caring for very premature infants during and after discharge from the NICU of MSWNH.
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Uganda |
2024-10-21 15:31:17 |
2027-10-21 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Idiba Yoweri
ID: UNCST-2024-R003351
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Sanitation Practices and Child Health Outcomes: A case Study in Gulu District, Uganda
REFNo: HS4991ES
The study aims to analyze the complex interplay between sanitation practices, entrenched sociocultural factors, systemic inadequacies, and child health outcomes, moderated by age, climate change, and access to safe water, using a mixed-methods concurrent triangulation design in Gulu District, Uganda. 1) To examine the relationship between current sanitation facilities, diaper disposal, and prevalence of diarrhea among under-five children in Gulu district, Uganda. 2) Explore the sociocultural practices that have influence on child health outcomes in Gulu district, Uganda. 3) Assess how the Gulu district health system response influence child health outcomes 4) Examine the moderating effect of age, climate, and access to safe water on the relationship between sanitation practices and child health outcomes in the Gulu district, Uganda.
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Uganda |
2024-10-21 15:29:34 |
2027-10-21 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Isaac Mugabo
ID: UNCST-2024-R003187
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Final Evaluation /KAP survey for Coregroup Partners Project Uganda
REFNo: SS3175ES
To evaluate the effectiveness of existing community-based surveillance (CBS) systems and healthcare delivery mechanisms in detecting and responding to vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) in the study areas.,To identify the factors influencing immunization uptake and access to healthcare services among households, particularly in areas affected by population mobility and refugee influx,To determine the current immunization coverage rates, including zero dose status, among children under five in the target districts.,To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding immunization among households with children 12-23 months in Yumbe, Adjumani, Lamwo, and Obongi districts in Northern Uganda.,
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Uganda |
2024-10-21 15:26:48 |
2027-10-21 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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