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Russell Morton
ID: UNCST-2026-R024044
 Born Safe or Made Safe? The Role of Market Organization in Uganda's Informal Transit Sector
REFNo: SS5155ES

Main Objective 1. To examines how market organization affects safety provision in Uganda\'s informal motorcycle taxi (boda boda) sector. 2. To evaluate the feasibility of experimental design and data collection procedures. 3. To measure stage selection of drivers by analyzing how stage managers\' rankings of potential entrants correlate with driver safety characteristics 4. To Estimate driver self-selection into organized boda stages by measuring the relationship between baseline driving behavior and drivers\' willingness to join stages 5. To Estimate the causal treatment effect of stage membership on driving behavior using randomized subsidies for stage entry fees Specific Objectives 1. Our specific objectives of this program include learning about the safety of boda drivers, how stages affect boda driver behaviors, how boda drivers of different safety sort into joining stages or working as lubyanza drivers, and how passengers think about boda safety and associated implications for incentives for drivers to behave safely. We also analyze how stage organization and behaviors are related to safety at the stage
 United States of America 2026-05-28 15:05:57 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Damari Atusasiire
ID: UNCST-2024-R002645
 Evaluation of the Building Tomorrow NRD Program in Uganda
REFNo: SS5321ES

The primary objective of this study is to assess changes in learners’ numeracy scores and determine the extent to which these changes can be attributed to the BT NRD intervention. ,
 Uganda 2026-05-28 15:03:18 2029-05-28 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Davies Otieno
ID: UNCST-2025-R021802
 Development of a maternal sepsis model using a physiologically based pharmacokinetic approach
REFNo: HS7463ES


 Kenya 2026-05-28 15:00:25 2029-05-28 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
GASTONE HABARUGABA
ID: UNCST-2025-R017858
 CLIMATE VARIABILITY AND SMALLHOLDER FARMER LIVELIHOODS IN THE MOUNTAIN AGRO ECOLOGICAL ZONE OF RUBANDA DISTRICT, WESTERN UGANDA.INTEGRATING SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL SYSTEMS APPROACH FOR MITIGATION
REFNo: NS1239ES

To analyse the trend of climate variability in Rubanda from 1993-2024 2-To examine smallholder farmers’ vulnerability to climate variability in Rubanda 3- To analyse the impact of climate variability on food security status of smallholder farmers in Rubanda 4- To assess the impact of climate variability on rural forest livelihoods of smallholder farmers in Rubanda 5- To ascertain sustainable socio-ecological climate variability adaptation approaches for agroecological balance in Rubanda
Uganda 2026-05-22 19:38:44 2029-05-22 Natural Sciences Degree Award
Henry Mugerwa
ID: UNCST-2019-R000420
 A Phase I/II clinical study to investigate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and efficacy of ITU512 in healthy participants and patients with sickle cell disease
REFNo: HS6925ES

1.To assess the safety and tolerability
of ITU512 in healthy participants
2.To assess the safety and tolerability
of ITU512 in participants with SCD
3.To assess the effect of ITU512 on
fetal hemoglobin expression

 Uganda 2026-05-22 16:52:18 2029-05-22 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Michael King
ID: UNCST-2026-R023619
 Gender Focused Multi-Faceted Anti-Poverty Programs: Low-Cost Options for Scale-up
REFNo: SS5152ES

• To estimate the causal impact of adding a community-level gender empowerment intervention to the standard VE graduation programme on women’s agency, intra-household decision-making, and household economic outcomes. • To estimate the additional (marginal) impact of complementing community-level interventions with household-level couples training on the same outcomes. • To identify how gender-transformative interventions affect the process of intra-household decision-making by decomposing decisions into stages (initiation, discussion, agreement, implementation). • To assess whether observed changes in decision-making reflect improvements in women’s empowerment, household cooperation, or both. • To evaluate the effects of the interventions on household risk management, including both ex-ante preparation (e.g. savings, planning) and ex-post coping strategies (e.g. asset sales, borrowing). • To test a trauma-sensitive survey innovation in measuring intimate partner violence (IPV), specifically a “stop rule” approach, and assess its effects on respondent burden, survey fatigue, and data quality. • To assess the cost-effectiveness and scalability of gender-transformative additions to graduation-style programmes for policy and implementation contexts.
 Ireland 2026-05-21 9:55:20 2029-05-21 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Vicent Rutagangibwa
ID: UNCST-2022-R010288
 Exploring Variation in How Sustainability is Experienced in Ugandan Engineering Education: A Phenomenographic Study
REFNo: SIR636ES

The overall objective of this study is to examine how sustainability is conceived, formally represented, and experienced across institutional, curricular, and pedagogical dimensions within Ugandan engineering education, focusing on the views of both faculty and students. Specifically, the study seeks: (1) to determine the extent and ways sustainability is reflected in the institutional and curricular documents of MUST’s engineering programmes; (2) to explore the varied ways engineering students at MUST conceive and experience sustainability in their education; and (3) to explore the varied ways engineering faculty at MUST conceive sustainability and integrate it into their teaching and learning activities.
 Uganda 2026-05-21 9:41:21 2029-05-21 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Silver Onyango
ID: UNCST-2022-R009337
 A PILOT STUDY ON USING LOW-COST AIR QUALITY SENSORS TO INFLUENCE COOKING BEHAVIOR IN GREATER MASAKA REGION, UGANDA.
REFNo: HS7732ES

Evaluate the operation of air quality warning displays and participant response to their installation. ,Evaluate the performance of heat, motion, and location sensors in recording cooking behaviors in Masaka, Uganda. ,Evaluate the performance of low-cost PM and CO monitors in estimating air quality in kitchens in Masaka, Uganda.,i. Evaluate the performance of low-cost PM and CO monitors in estimating air quality in kitchens in Masaka, Uganda.,Evaluate the performance of low-cost air quality sensors, cooking behavior sensors, and feedback displays in Masaka, Uganda. ,
 Uganda 2026-05-21 9:25:38 2029-05-21 Medical and Health Sciences Non-degree Award
Irene Amuron
ID: UNCST-2025-R020857
 Understanding knowledge and perceptions of extreme heat on health in Gulu and Kisoro districts in Uganda
REFNo: HS7502ES

1. To examine how different populations in Gulu and Kisoro districts perceive extreme heat risk and to quantify the proportion of households that consider heat a significant risk 2. To identify who is most at risk from heat risk in Gulu and Kisoro districts and estimate the proportion of households affected by extreme heat. 3. To identify the health impacts of extreme heat risks among the population in Gulu and Kisoro districts. 4. To analyse the early warning and early action strategies that the communities in Gulu and Kisoro can access to and utilise.
Uganda 2026-05-21 21:22:57 2029-05-21 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Lawrence Mugisha
ID:
Hyperplexed targeted assays powered by metagenomics towards cost effective and feasible solutions for public health Surveillance of Emerging pathogens based on wastewater Epidemiology – HySEEk
REFNo: NS1237ES

1) To discover and characterise novel febrile-illness causing pathogens in Uganda and evaluate wastewater-based epidemiology for surveillance and preparedness.
2) To validate state-of-the-art metagenomic approaches for the discovery of emerging pathogens in wastewater collected in low-income settings.
3) To evaluate multiple gold-standard and novel targeted molecular detection techniques to rapidly implement high-frequency monitoring of new pathogens through wastewater-based epidemiology

 Uganda 2026-05-21 20:56:50 2029-05-21 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Hamidah Baseka
ID: UNCST-2025-R019915
 RESOURCE AVAILABILITY AND MANAGEMENT OF EARLYCHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS IN WAKISO DISTRICT, UGANDA
REFNo: SS5041ES

The purpose is to investigate the relationship between resource availability and the management of early childhood development centers, in the Wakiso district in Uganda.

Specific Objectives
i. To assess the relationship between availability of human resources and management of early childhood development centers in Wakiso district in Uganda.
ii. To establish the relationship between financial resources and management of Early Childhood Development Centers in Wakiso district in Uganda.
iii. To determine the relationship between physical facilities and the management of Early Childhood Development Centers in Wakiso District, Uganda.
iv. To find out the relationship between the school plant and the management in Early Childhood Development Centers in Wakiso District, Uganda.
v. To assess the moderating role of headteachers’ management skills in the relationship between resource availability and the management of Early Childhood Development Centers in Wakiso District, Uganda.

 Uganda 2026-05-20 18:57:39 2029-05-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
BUKIRWA N GERMINA RESTY
ID: UNCST-2025-R020648
 Corporate Culture and Organisational Sustainability in the Hotel Industry, Kampala Uganda
REFNo: SS5180ES

Purpose of the study The purpose of this study is to critically examine the effect of corporate culture on organizational sustainability within the hotel industry in Kampala, Uganda. Specifically, the study aims to explore how different dimensions of corporate culture influence the environmental, social, and economic pillars of sustainability in hotel enterprises. Specific objectives This study will be based on the following objectives; i) To examine the effect of core values on organizational sustainability in the hotel industry Kampala, Uganda. ii). To evaluate the effect of adaptability on organizational sustainability in the hotel industry Kampala, Uganda. iii).To identify the effect of leadership orientation on organizational sustainability in the hotel industry, Kampala, Uganda. iv).To investigate the moderating effect of employee engagement on corporate culture and organizational sustainability in the hotel industry, Kampala, Uganda.
Uganda 2026-05-20 18:31:49 2029-05-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Juliana Nanimambi
ID: UNCST-2022-R010812
 EXPLORATION OF THE PERI-OPERATIVE CARE PATHWAY'S IMPACT ON POSTOPERATIVE OUTCOMES AFTER EMERGENCY LAPAROTOMY IN EASTERN UGANDA: A MIXED METHODS STUDY
REFNo: HS7329ES

To explore the factors contributing to delays in accessing definitive treatment, perioperative care practices, and outcomes of emergency laparotomy patients in Eastern Uganda.
 Uganda 2026-05-20 18:25:58 2029-05-20 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Mary Aleni
ID:
Adherence to Immediate Postnatal Care Guidelines in Arua, Uganda: Contextual Factors and Experiences of care
REFNo: HS7369ES

Overall objective: To assess adherence to IPNC guidelines and associated factors, explore contextual factors that influence its adherence and the experiences of postnatal mothers regarding IPNC in Arua, North Western Uganda. Specific objectives: 1.To determine the proportion of mother-baby pairs who receive the recommended package of IPNC in Arua, North Western Uganda. 2.To assess maternal, newborn and health facility characteristics associated with receipt of the recommended package of IPNC in Arua, North Western Uganda. 3.To explore the barriers and facilitators that influence adherence to IPNC guidelines in selected health facilities in Arua, North Western Uganda. 4.To explore the experiences of postnatal mothers regarding IPNC in Arua, North Western Uganda.
Uganda 2026-05-15 19:06:27 2029-05-15 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Morris  Rutakingirwa Kyozo
ID: UNCST-2024-R004945
 Feasibility of a Ketogenic Diet as an Adjunctive Therapy in HIV/AIDS-related Meningitis
REFNo: HS7397ES

1.Primary objectives 1.1 Observational (stage 1): To describe the dietary patterns and nutritional state of patients hospitalized for suspected meningitis during the first 2 weeks of hospitalization. 1.2 Pilot (stage 2): To assess the feasibility of implementing a ketogenic diet during in-patient hospitalization for patients with suspected meningitis during the first 2 weeks of hospitalization. Secondary objectives 1. To observe blood glucose and ketone measurements over the course of hospitalization, including how many patients are in ketosis at baseline, and the time to enter ketosis for patients on a keto diet. 2. To evaluate the safety of implementing a ketogenic diet in patients with suspected meningitis by monitoring instances of hypoglycemia. 3. To assess the adherence of patients and/or their caregivers to consistently complete food records (food log and 24-hour recall form) during hospitalization, up to 14 days. 4. To assess the acceptability of a ketogenic diet as an additional therapeutic in the context of in-patient hospitalization in Uganda. 5. To evaluate whether diet or nutritional state are correlated with the incidence or severity of meningitis symptoms or infection outcome over 18 weeks.
Uganda 2026-05-15 19:04:17 2029-05-15 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Emmanuel Candia
ID: UNCST-2025-R021325
 Community Violence from land-related conflicts in Madi-Okollo District, Uganda: Extent, determinants, and potential countermeasures
REFNo: SS5136ES

1. To estimate the burden of land-conflict-related communal violence in Madi Okollo
District.
2. To establish the determinants of land-conflict-related communal violence in Madi Okollo District.
3. To assess the perceptions of the stakeholders regarding the causes and solutions to landconflict-related communal violence in Madi Okollo District.
4. To assess the effectiveness of the existing policy and legal framework in reducing landconflict-related communal violence in Madi Okollo District.

 Uganda 2026-05-15 19:00:56 2029-05-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
JOSELYN RWEBEMBERA
ID: UNCST-2021-R013915
 Rheumatic Heart Disease: Exploring Patient-Preferred Attributes for Stigma Reduction (REPAIR)
REFNo: HS7351ES

To assess the prevalence and correlates of internalized and perceived stigma among individuals (aged ?12 years) who are relatives/caretakers of RHD patients (affiliate stigma).,To assess the prevalence and correlates of perceived and personalized stigma among individuals (aged ?12 years) living with RHD (primary stigma).,To determine the prevalence and correlates of stigmatizing attitudes and behaviours towards RHD among community members without RHD (aged ?12 years)., The overall objective of REPAIR is to systematically characterize stigma related to RHD in Uganda. ,
 Uganda 2026-05-15 18:59:02 2029-05-15 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Elizabeth Kaudha
ID: UNCST-2025-R017151
 A Phase 3b, open-label, multicenter, continued access study for participants transitioning from ViiV Healthcare-sponsored or ViiV Healthcare collaborative parent studies for HIV treatment.
REFNo: HS7588ES

The main objective of the study is to provide continued access to study interventions for participants who were enrolled and treated in ViiV Healthcare-sponsored or ViiV Healthcare-collaborative parent studies and who continue to experience clinical benefit, and to describe the continued use and safety of the study intervention. The specific objectives of this study are, Reasons for discontinuation of study intervention Incidence and outcome of serious adverse events (SAEs) Incidence and outcome of adverse events of special interest (AESIs)
 Uganda 2026-05-15 18:55:49 2029-05-15 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Jensen Wainwright
ID: UNCST-2025-R018032
 Stable isotope ecology of Ugandan small mammals
REFNo: NS1182ES

To measure the diets of small mammals (rodents and shrews <5kg) in Ugandan ecosystems. We aim to assess how small mammal diet changes in response to vegetation cover. This project will provide a base for measuring how small mammals respond to habitat change caused by climate change.
) To collect small mammal osteological remains from raptor pellets that accumulate below raptor roosts in two protected areas in Uganda: Kibale and Queen Elizabeth National Parks.
2) To measure the proportional abundance of grass, forbs, and woody plants surrounding each raptor roost and collect plant and soil samples.
3) To measure the isotopic composition of the small mammal teeth collected from raptor roosts.
4) To collect tooth enamel samples opportunistically from skeletons of naturally deceased large mammals (ungulates, non-human primates, carnivores) found in study areas.
 USA 2026-05-15 18:51:33 2029-05-15 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
MUSINGUZI FRED
ID: UNCST-2025-R023164
 ORGANIZATIONAL PROCESS OPTIMIZATION, TECHNOLOGICAL ADOPTION AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE OF BEVERAGE FIRMS IN UGANDA: A CASE OF WATER BOTTLING FIRMS IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS5242ES

I. To examine the effect of Process Standardization on the business performance of beverage firms in Uganda. II. To assess the impact of Process Automation on the business performance of beverage firms in Uganda. III. To evaluate the relationship between a Continuous Improvement Culture and the business performance of beverage firms in Uganda. IV. To analyze how Customer-Centric Process Design influences the business performance of beverage firms in Uganda.
Uganda 2026-05-15 17:23:03 2029-05-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Grace Ssanyu Asiyo
ID: UNCST-2021-R013078
 Developing Histopathological Biomarkers of Indigenous Catfish species to Monitor River Mayanja Persistent Organic Pollution
REFNo: NS1208ES

1. Characterize the land use activities along river Mayanja 2. Quantify the water quality and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) in the river Mayanja 3. Determine of POPs contamination in the indigenous catfish species in the river 4. Histopathological analysis for the catfish species liver lesion indices
Uganda 2026-05-15 17:21:22 2029-05-15 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Kathleen Klaus
ID: UNCST-2025-R017263
 REFUGEE INCLUSION AND HOST-REFUGEE COOPERATION IN UGANDA (INCLUDE-U)
REFNo: SS4794ES

This project aims to make four key contributions to the study of forced migration, refugee integration, and out-group discrimination. First, we provide a framework for linking institutional and social-psychological approaches to the study of forced migration. Whereas existing studies focus either on broad structural factors or individual-level variables, this project bridges these two perspectives, with the aim of demonstrating how behaviors and attitudes are conditioned by local institutions that shape perceived power and agency. Second, while a few studies examine the role of threat in exacerbating out-group bias (e.g., Hall and Kahn, 2020), far fewer focus on alternative psychological mechanisms that might counter more anti-social behaviors. This project fills an important gap by examining the role of agency in facilitating altruistic and cooperative behavior toward refugees. Third, while land is central to the livelihoods of nearly a third of the world’s population, and while struggles over land are a ubiquitous theme in contentious politics (Boone 2014; Klaus 2020), scholarship on forced migration and immigrant inclusion largely overlooks the role of land. By contrast, we place distributional questions over land (and other natural resources) at the center of scholarship on refugee inclusion. Fourth, while many studies examine refugee inclusion in wealthy countries, poorer countries host the majority of the world’s refugee population (Alrababa’h, et al., 2020). By focusing on Uganda, the project aims to contribute to a smaller set of studies focusing on the Global South, where there tends to be a greater sense of shared culture and experience with violence between hosts and refugees, alongside significant resource scarcity and weak welfare-provisioning states. In addition, whereas most studies focus on refugees as their primary research subjects, our study focuses on the attitudes and behaviors of hosting communities. Fifth, this project is methodologically innovative in that it uses a micro-comparative research design combining three key research strategies. First, we use qualitative interviews and focus groups with hosts and refugees as an initial inductive stage, enabling us to sharpen our hypotheses while strengthening our insights into possible causal mechanisms. Second, we conduct a household-level survey with refugee-hosting communities that enables us to observationally measure key variables of interest. Moreover, our survey sampling strategy, which exploits district-level boundaries that separate refugee-hosting from non-hosting districts, enables us to make stronger claims about how improved access to aid conditions inclusionary behavior. Third, we conduct a lab-in-the-field experiment –embedded in the survey –that enables us to observe altruism and trust between host and refugees in an experimental setting. The combination of qualitative, survey, and experimental data provides a rigorous means of building and testing our theory, allowing us to generalize beyond the specifics of host-refugee relations in Uganda.
USA 2026-05-15 17:07:37 2029-05-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Zamarano Henry
ID: UNCST-2024-R003075
 MOLECULAR EPIDEMIOLOGY OF ESBL-PRODUCING ENTEROBACTERERALES AMONGST CANCER PATIENTS AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL, SOUTHWESTERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS5569ES

i. To determine the prevalence and factors associated with ESBL-PE amongst cancer patients at MRRH
ii. To determine the antibiotic susceptibility pattern of the ESBL-producing Enterobacterales among cancer patients at MRRH
iii. To determine the molecular epidemiology of ESBL-producing Enterobactererales amongst cancer patients at MRRH
iv. To develop a case identification tool that can be used to identify and predict cancer patients who could be infected with ESBL-PE during empirical treatment at MRRH

 Uganda 2026-05-15 17:05:51 2029-05-15 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Denis Okello Lokoroma
ID: UNCST-2025-R017791
 AN INTERVENTIONAL STUDY TO DETERMINE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE DANCE+THERAPY MENTAL HEALTH INNOVATION IN REDUCING SYMPTOMS OF COMMON MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS AMONG SOUTH SUDANESE REFUGEES IN PALABEK SETTLEMENT-LAMWO DISTRICT
REFNo: SS3978ES

To conduct statistical significance testing of the changes recorded in mental health of Dance+Therapy participants, including depression, anxiety, trauma and general wellbeing. To determine the level of change in the self-efficacy of Dance+Therapy participants. To examine the level of change in the resilience of Dance+Therapy participants.
 Uganda 2026-05-15 17:04:17 2029-05-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
AINOMUJUNI JUNIOR
ID: UNCST-2024-R003505
 EQUITABLE GOVERNANCE AS CONSERVATION TRADE-OFF FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK UGANDA
REFNo: SS4257ES

1. To examine how recognitive equity has been a conservation trade off in the management of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP)
2. To examine how procedural equity has been a conservation trade off in the management of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP)
3. To examine how distributive equity has been a conservation trade off in the in the management of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP)

 Uganda 2026-05-15 17:02:35 2029-05-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Christopher  Aheebwa
ID: UNCST-2024-R003719
 BUILDING A QUALITY CULTURE FOR ENHANCED QUALITY ASSURANCE PROCESSES OF HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN A RESOURCE-CONSTRAINED CONTEXT.
REFNo: SS4538ES

1. How have agents been conditioned to understand quality and quality-related activities at MMU? 2. What enables and constrains the pursuit of a quality culture at MMU? 3. What actions can be taken to contribute to developing a quality culture at MMU?
Uganda 2026-05-15 17:00:27 2029-05-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Irene Najjingo
ID: UNCST-2021-R012634
 Feasibility and Diagnostic yield of stool and tongue swabs in comparison with gastric aspirates for diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis among children less than 10 years in Uganda (FAST-TB Study)- A sub study on OPTIC-TB Study
REFNo: HS7173ES

1. To assess the diagnostic yield of stool and tongue swabs in comparison with gastric aspirates /sputum for diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis among children less than 10 years in Uganda

2. To assess the feasibility of stool, tongue swabs and gastric aspirates/sputum for diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis among children less than 10 years in a programmatic setting in Uganda.
3. To assess the effectiveness of concurrent testing in comparison with WHO-TDA for diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis among children less than 10 years in a programmatic setting in Uganda.
 Uganda 2026-05-15 16:58:36 2029-05-15 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Cleisey Mwanga Emmanuel
ID: UNCST-2025-R021305
 Factors Influencing Awareness and Acceptance of Genetically Modified Organisms in South Western Uganda: Perspectives from Farmers and Key Stakeholders
REFNo: A689ES

The main objective of the study is ‘To analyse the factors that affect awareness and acceptability of genetically modified organisms among farmers in South Western Uganda
 Uganda 2026-05-15 16:56:37 2029-05-15 Agricultural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Vincent Muwonge
ID:
Utilizing Play to Mitigate Aggression Among Children in Slum-based Early Childhood Development Centers of Kampala
REFNo: SS5141ES

1. To assess how children aged 5-6 years in slum-based ECD centres in Kampala recognize, label, and interpret emotional cues during play. 2. To analyze how children aged 5-6 years in slum-based ECD centres in Kampala select and apply emotion regulation strategies during play. 3. To assess how children aged 5-6 years in slum-based Early Childhood Development (ECD)centres in Kampala implement and sustain selected emotion strategies during play. 4. To determine the effect of an EPM informed guided play intervention on aggressive behavior among children aged 5-6 years in slum-based ECD centres
 Uganda 2026-05-15 16:26:57 2029-05-15 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Habib Maliamungu Uthuman
ID: UNCST-2025-R021632
 Peacebuilding Through Demobilisation: A Case Study of the Uganda National Rescue Front II Peace Agreement, West Nile, Uganda
REFNo: SS5067ES

Main Objective
To examine the UNRF II peacebuilding through demobilisation processes and their impacts on peace and stability in the West Nile.
Specific Objectives
1. To analyse the contextual evolution of the UNRF II armed conflict in West Nile.
2. To examine the negotiation practices adopted during the UNRF II peace agreement in the West Nile.
3. To examine the UNRF II peace agreement demobilisation components and their implementation efforts
4. To examine the impacts of the UNRF II demobilisation processes on peacebuilding and security in West Nile

 Uganda 2026-05-14 14:14:10 2029-05-14 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Felix Aruho
ID: UNCST-2025-R019450
 The efficacy of Learning management systems in Curriculum implementation process in higher learning institutions, a case study of Kyambogo University
REFNo: SS5148ES

1. To analyse how feedback mechanisms within the Learning Management Systems contribute to curriculum implementation in higher learning institutions.
2. To examine the relationship between collaborative learning through Learning Management Systems and curriculum implementation
3. To assess whether personalized learning through learning management system influences curriculum implementation in higher learning institutions

Uganda 2026-05-14 13:51:34 2029-05-14 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
AIDAHKIBEDI NAMBUSI
ID: UNCST-2025-R021070
 TUTOR-TEACHER SUPPORT AND PUPILS’ ACHIVEMENT IN LITERACY AND NUMERACY AMONG PUBLIC BOARDING PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN GREATER MUKONO, UGANDA
REFNo: SS5269ES

1.3 Purpose of the Study The purpose of this study is to establish the relationship between tutor- teacher support and pupils’ learning achievements in literacy and numeracy among public boarding primary 14 schools in Greater Mukono region Uganda and whether teachers’ performance moderates this relationship. The specific objectives for this study include; 1. Establish the relationship between lesson observation by tutors and pupils’ learning achievement in literacy and numeracy among public boarding primary schools in Greater Mukono region 2. Find out the extent to which feedback provision by tutors relate to pupils’ learning achievement in literacy and numeracy among public boarding primary schools in Greater Mukono region. 3. Explore the relationship between mentorship by tutors and pupils’ learning achievements in literacy and numeracy among public boarding primary schools in Greater Mukono region. 4. To determine if the teachers’ performance moderates the relationship between tutorteacher support and pupils’ learning achievement in literacy and numeracy among public boarding primary schools in Greater Mukono region.
Uganda 2026-05-14 13:46:23 2029-05-14 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Grace Ahumuza
ID: UNCST-2025-R020204
 Association between early onset preeclampsia and adverse maternal outcomes among women with preecclampsia at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital
REFNo: HS7376ES

1 To compare the prevalence of adverse maternal outcomes among women with early-onset preeclampsia and late-onset preeclampsia at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital
2 To determine the association between early-onset preeclampsia and adverse maternal outcomes among women with preeclampsia at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital

 Uganda 2026-05-14 13:44:42 2029-05-14 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Anatoli Mawanda
ID: UNCST-2024-R015927
 Cytological Follow-Up & Molecular Exploration of HPV In HIV+ And HIV- Individuals Post-LEEP
REFNo: HS7427ES

To investigate cytological changes and molecular profiles of HPV variants in individuals post-LEEP,
distinguishing between those with and without HIV.
To compare post-LEEP cytological alterations in HIV+ and HIV- cohorts,
To identify the genotypes associated with HPV persistence or recurrence in two cohorts.
To explore the correlation between HIV status and HPV recurrence post-LEEP.
 Uganda 2026-05-14 13:41:48 2029-05-14 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Tomos Proffitt
ID: UNCST-2025-R020181
 Western Rift Archaeology and Palaeoenvironment Project (WRAP)
REFNo: SS5248ES


The overarching research question driving the WRAP project is: How and when did Homo adapt to the diverse ecotone environments of the Albertine Rift compared to the more open mosaic environments of the East African Rift?

The WRAP Project consists of five interlinked work packages (WP1-WP5; Table 2), each aimed at a specific objective:
• WP1- Conducting new field survey and excavations to identify and record new Plio-Pleistocene archaeological sites across the length of the Albertine Rift in Uganda.
• WP2- Reconstructing hominin behaviour in the Albertine Rift during the Pleistocene.
• WP3- Refining the chronology of the hominin cultural and fossil record of the Albertine Rift in Uganda by applying new dating techniques.
• WP4- Reconstructing the Pleistocene environments both synchronically and diachronically in the Albertine Rift of Uganda.
• WP5- Synthesising and comparing the Pleistocene archaeological record of the Albertine Rift into the broader understanding of hominin evolution, environmental and behavioural adaptations in the wider African continent.

 UK 2026-05-14 13:35:14 2029-05-14 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Nixon Niyonzima
ID: UNCST-2020-R014577
 Clinical Effectiveness of Point-of-Care Breast Cancer Diagnostics in Ugandan Community Health Centers
REFNo: HS7522ES

To evaluate effectiveness of POC diagnostic evaluation administered by trained sonographers and cytopathologists, vs. standard care,To compare the sensitivity and specificity of the diagnostic kit to standard of care at the UCI,Development of an Automated FNA targeting System,
 Uganda 2026-05-14 13:33:40 2029-05-14 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joseph Ngonzi
ID: UNCST-2019-R001579
 AI-driven placental imaging tool to reduce adverse pregnancy outcomes through prediction of neonatal sepsis risk: Feasibility of clinical use
REFNo: HS7432ES

To evaluate the feasibility, usability, and acceptability of the RAISE tool for use at delivery. ,
 Uganda 2026-05-11 17:48:50 2029-05-11 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Joseph Babigumira
ID: UNCST-2026-R023369
 Behavioral Research for Informed Government Decision-Making Using Evidence (BRIDGE Trial)
REFNo: SS5072ES

Primary Objectives 1. To determine the relative effect of narrative framing (with citizen voice) versus technical framing of research evidence on senior policymakers' use of evidence, measured through citations in policy documents, requests for new analyses, and evidence-informed budget allocations. 2. To determine the relative effect of peer civil servant messengers versus external academic expert messengers on senior policymakers' use of research evidence, measured through the same behavioural outcomes. 3. To assess whether framing and messenger mechanisms interact, and which combination produces the greatest improvement across the four evidence-informed policymaking (EIPM) outcome domains: conceptual, attitudinal, procedural, and content. Secondary Objectives 4. To identify through which cognitive, social, and procedural pathways framing and messenger interventions influence evidence use (e.g., comprehension, trust, integration into decision routines). 5. To assess how treatment effects vary by ministry (Finance, Trade, Energy, NPA), seniority (U1–U2 vs. U3–U4), gender, and baseline orientation to evidence. 6. To estimate the cost-effectiveness of each intervention variant per unit increase in evidence uptake, expressed as cost per 0.1 standard deviation increase in the Evidence Use Index (EUI). 7. To examine how electoral cycles, bureaucratic turnover, and patronage networks moderate the effectiveness of behavioural interventions during Uganda's 2025–2027 reform window. Exploratory Objective 8. To assess what early signals suggest that increased evidence use contributes to improved economic policy outcomes (e.g., trade facilitation, domestic revenue mobilisation), recognising that attribution is limited within the 24-month trial horizon.
Uganda 2026-04-30 18:43:15 2029-04-30 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
PROSSY SENYANGE
ID: UNCST-2025-R020541
 PREVALENCE AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH HIGH-RISK HPV POSITIVITY FOLLOWING TREATMENT FOR PRECANCEROUS CERVICAL LESIONS AMONG WOMEN LIVING WITH HIV AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL.
REFNo: HS7368ES

General objective
To determine the prevalence and factors associated with high risk HPV positivity after treatment for precancerous lesions among women living with HIV at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital
Specific Objectives
1. To determine the prevalence of high-risk HPV positivity after treatment for precancerous lesions among women living with HIV at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital.
2. To determine the factors associated with high risk HPV positivity after treatment for precancerous lesions among women living with HIV at MRRH

 Uganda 2026-04-30 18:41:23 2029-04-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Mercy chelangat
ID: UNCST-2025-R017873
 PREVALENCE OF HIGH ACUTE GLYCEMIC VARIABILITY, ITS ASSOCIATED FACTORS, AND 14 DAY MORTALITY AMONG PATIENTS ADMITTED WITH SEPSIS AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
REFNo: HS7303ES

General Objective
To determine the prevalence of high acute glycemic variability, its associated factors and 14-day mortality among patients admitted with sepsis at MRRH.
Specific Objectives
1. Determine the prevalence of high acute glycemic variability among patients admitted with sepsis at MRRH
2. To determine the factors associated with high acute glycemic variability among patients admitted with sepsis
3. To compare the 14-day mortality rates between sepsis patients with high versus normal acute glycemic variability

 Uganda 2026-04-30 18:40:37 2029-04-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Henry Ochola
ID:
MATERNAL EARLY WARNING SCORES AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL: SCREENING PERFORMANCE VERSUS SHOCK INDEX, RISK FACTORS, AND EARLY OUTCOME INDICATORS
REFNo: HS7372ES

Main Objective
To evaluate the screening performance of Maternal Early Warning Scores compared with the Shock Index, and to identify associated risk factors and early maternal outcome indicators among women receiving obstetric care at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital
Specific Objectives
1. To compare the proportion of women flagged high-risk by Maternal Early Warning Signs versus the Shock Index among women admitted at the maternity and gynaecology units at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital.
2. To determine factors associated with being flagged high-risk at the index observation among women admitted at the maternity and gynaecology units at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, monitored with the Maternal Early Warning Signs chart.
3. To describe key process indicators (documentation completeness; guideline-timely escalation) and early outcomes (ICU admission; maternal near-miss; in-hospital mortality) among women admitted at the maternity and gynaecology units at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, monitored with the Maternal Early Warning Signs chart.
Uganda 2026-04-30 18:39:12 2029-04-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Winnie  Muyindike R
ID: UNCST-2021-R013558
 Exploring low-level HIV viremia among individuals on dolutegravir in sub-Saharan Africa (Low-V Africa Study).
REFNo: HS7580ES

Aim 2: To elucidate pharmacologic, viral, and host factor determinants of the progression to VF among participants in the Low-V Africa Cohort. In doing so, we will also characterize the prevalence of these factors in the setting of pLLV in the Low-V Africa cohort. We will evaluate viral suppression and long-term persistence of LLV as secondary outcomes. Analyses will employ longitudinal modeling with repeated measures, as well as machine learning techniques. Aim 2a will assess adherence, as measured by TFV-DP levels from DBS, as a predictor of VF after pLLV. Aim 2b will assess HIV drug resistance, defined by GSS, as a predictor of VF after pLLV. Aim 2c will evaluate the impact of a hyperactive HIV-1 viral reservoir, identified with long-range plasma SGS and MIP-Seq, on the risk of VF after pLLV. Aim 2d will estimate the relative contributions of adherence, resistance, and the reservoir to VF after pLLV. ,Aim 1: To determine longitudinal outcomes of individuals with pLLV while on tenofovir/lamivudine/dolutegravir (TLD). We will enroll a cohort of 200 adults in Uganda with pLLV (Low-V Africa Cohort), defined as at least two consecutive VLs ranging 50-1,000 copies/mL while on TLD for at least 12 months. We will follow participants for 96 weeks and will collect plasma, dried blood spots (DBS), and peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) at enrollment, as well as 24-, 48-, and 96-week study visits. Aim 1a will estimate the 96-week cumulative incidence of VF and poor clinical outcomes after pLLV. We will perform VL quantification at each study visit to determine whether participants progress to virologic failure (>1,000 copies/mL), achieve viral suppression (<50 copies/mL), or have persistence of LLV. As secondary outcomes, we will also estimate the cumulative incidence of opportunistic infections, hospitalization, and death. Aim 1b will determine the 96-week cumulative incidence of emergent HIV drug resistance and a hyperactive reservoir in PWH with pLLV. We will perform Sager sequencing of plasma specimens with VLs >500 copies/mL and long-range plasma single-genome HIV RNA sequencing (SGS) of plasma specimens with VLs ?500 copies/mL at each time point, with genotyping of the protease/reverse transcriptase and integrase. We will perform matched integration site and proviral sequencing (MIP-Seq) on follow-up specimens with ongoing viremia, evidence of high-level ART adherence (by tenofovir diphosphate [TFV-DP] levels), and an active ART regimen (genotypic susceptibility score [GSS]?2). Results will identify individuals with resistance versus a hyperactive reservoir in the setting of pLLV. ,
 Uganda 2026-04-30 18:38:20 2029-04-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
CHARLES TIONDI
ID: UNCST-2025-R022907
 This research investigates the impact of the outreach programs on TVET training in Uganda
REFNo: SIR655ES

The study looks at the effect of outreach programme strategies and how they influence practical and soft skills development, industry partnerships, and equity-based interventions.
 2026-04-30 18:35:17 2029-04-30 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
steven kavuma
ID: UNCST-2025-R020895
 Prevalence, severity of, and factors associated with stress urinary incontinence among postpartum women at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital
REFNo: HS7415ES

to determine the prevalence of stress urinary incontinence among postpartum women at mbarara regional referral hospital
to describe the severity of stress urinary incontinence among postpartum women at mbarara regional referral hospital
to determine the factors associated with stress urinary incontinence among postpartum women at mbarara regional referral hospital
 Uganda 2026-04-30 18:33:20 2029-04-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Robinah Walube Nabirye
ID:
WORK ENVIRONMENT, STRENGTHS DEVELOPMENT AND PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL. A CASE OF TEACHERS IN SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN WAKISO
REFNo: SS2621ES

iv. To establish the mediating effect of strengths development on the relationship between work environment and psychological capital of secondary school teachers in public secondary schools in Wakiso District.,iii. To establish the relationship between strength development and psychological capital of secondary school teachers in selected schools in Wakiso District,ii. To establish the relationship between work environment and strength development among teachers in selected secondary schools in Wakiso district.,i. To establish the relationship between work environment and psychological capital of teachers in selected secondary schools in Wakiso District,The purpose of this study is to empirically establish the relationship between work environment, strengths development and psychological capital of teachers in public institutions,
 Uganda 2026-04-30 18:32:23 2029-04-30 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Barbara Nansamba
ID: UNCST-2025-R020897
 Explainable Multimodal Deep Learning for Tuberculosis Diagnosis among Patients with Diabetes Mellitus in Low Resource Settings
REFNo: SIR647ES

Main Objective: To develop an interpretable hybrid multimodal deep learning model for classification of Tuberculosis infection in DM population using a combination of chest x-ray images, demographics, clinical and laboratory data. Specific Objectives 1.To perform exploratory data analysis for both chest x-ray images and clinical data. 2.To build and evaluate deep learning models capable of integrating chest x-ray images and clinical data for classification of latent Tuberculosis in diabetic population. 3.To design a hybrid approach that combines convolutional neural networks and transformers to improve on the diagnosis of latent Tuberculosis based on multimodal learning. 4.To derive interpretable explanations of the model processes to provide transparent insights into diagnostic decisions.
Uganda 2026-04-30 16:35:13 2029-04-30 Engineering and Technology Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ISMAEL BARUGAHARE
ID: UNCST-2026-R023318
 SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES, GOVERNANCE MECHANISMS AND SUSTAINABILITY PERFORMANCE OF NATIONAL OIL AND GAS SECTOR PROJECTS IN UGANDA
REFNo: SS4974ES

1.3.1 The General Objective
To establish the relationship between sustainable supply chain management practices, governance mechanisms and sustainability performance of National Oil and Gas Sector Projects in Uganda
1.3.2 Specific Objectives
i. To determine the effect of sustainable supply chain management practices on sustainability performance of National Oil and Gas Sector Projects in Uganda.
ii. To analyze the effect of governance mechanisms on sustainability performance of National Oil and Gas sector Projects in Uganda.
iii. To establish the moderating effect of governance mechanisms on the relationship between sustainable supply chain management practices and sustainability performance of National Oil and Gas sector Projects in Uganda.

 Uganda 2026-04-30 16:34:27 2029-04-30 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
munduni samuel
ID: UNCST-2025-R019116
 ASSOCIATION BETWEEN DECISION TO DELIVERY INTERVAL AND IMMEDIATE ADVERSE PERINATAL OUTCOMES AMONG EMERGENCY CAESAREAN SECTION DELIVERIES AT MBARARA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
REFNo: HS7562ES

1.To compare the proportion of immediate adverse perinatal outcomes among women with delayed decision to delivery interval and those with optimal decision to delivery interval among women delivered by emergency caesarean section at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital.
2.To determine the association between delayed decision to delivery interval and immediate adverse perinatal outcomes among women delivered by emergency caesarean section at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital.

 Uganda 2026-04-30 16:33:13 2029-04-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
ESTHER TWINOMUGISHA
ID: UNCST-2026-R024218
 ASSESSMENT OF HEALTH FACILITY PREPAREDNESS FOR MARBURG VIRUS DISEASE IN THE SEBEI SUB REGION, EASTERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS7307ES

General Objective

To assess health facility preparedness for Marburg virus disease in the Sebei Sub-region, Eastern Uganda.

Specific Objectives
1. To assess the availability of triage and screening systems for Marburg virus disease in health facilities in Sebei Sub region.
2. To determine the availability of isolation spaces and infection prevention and control capacity in the health facilities.
3. To assess the availability and adequacy of personal protective equipment in the health facilities.
4. To assess the effectiveness of surveillance and reporting systems for Marburg virus disease at the health facility level in Sebei Sub region.

 Uganda 2026-04-30 16:31:40 2029-04-30 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
INNOCENT MUHWEZI .
ID:
Education for Sustainable Development: Competence-Based Curriculum Implementation Approaches in Entrepreneurship Education that Contribute to Climate Change Mitigation in Uganda
REFNo: SS5217ES

General Objective To examine the contribution of CBC implementation approaches in Entrepreneurship Education to climate change mitigation for sustainable development in Uganda. The Specific Objectives of the Study 1. To assess the effectiveness of CBC implementation approaches in Entrepreneurship Education in contributing to climate change mitigation for sustainable development. 2. To explore practitioners’ and learners’ perceptions of CBC implementation approaches in Entrepreneurship Education that contribute to climate change mitigation for sustainable development. 3. To identify the challenges and opportunities in implementing the CBC in Entrepreneurship Education to enhance climate change mitigation for sustainable development.
 Uganda 2026-04-30 16:30:30 2029-04-30 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
David Lubogo
ID: UNCST-2020-R014473
 Enhancing metabolic syndrome prevention in Central Uganda: assessing healthcare provider and reproductive-age female knowledge, attitudes, perceptions and practices
REFNo: HS7440ES

1) To determine the level of knowledge regarding metabolic syndrome and its prevention among healthcare providers and females of reproductive age in Wakiso district, central Uganda. 2) To explore the attitudes towards metabolic syndrome and prevention interventions among healthcare providers and females of reproductive age in Wakiso district, central Uganda. 3) To determine practices towards the prevention of metabolic syndrome by healthcare providers and females of reproductive age in Wakiso district, central Uganda. 4) To determine the perceptions of healthcare providers and females of reproductive age regarding metabolic syndrome and its prevention interventions in Wakiso district, central Uganda.
 Uganda 2026-04-29 16:04:56 2029-04-29 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
ELIZABETH EKIRAPA-KIRACHO
ID: UNCST-2021-R013443
 An Assessment of Health Financing Landscape and Healthcare Service Impact of the Health Funding Oscillations in Uganda
REFNo: HS7429ES

The main objective of this study is to analyze Uganda’s health financing system to identify vulnerabilities and support strategic, short-and medium-term interventions to strengthen fiscal resilience, sustain health services, advance universal health coverage amid economic challenges. Specific objective: 1) To analyze historical trends in health system financial flows and model future funding projections to inform policy and resource allocation in Uganda. 2) To analyze and document the effects of reductions in external assistance on health service delivery. 3) To assess the macro-fiscal capacity of Uganda and subsequently propose transitional funding options and sustainability frameworks to ensure long-term health financing resilience in Uganda. 4) To conduct a political economy analysis to examine decision-making processes as well as barriers and facilitators influencing the implementation of health financing reforms aimed at increasing domestic resources for health and enhancing allocative and technical efficiency. 5) To integrate findings into national financing strategies and global reform dialogues through technical support and multi-stakeholder co-ordination.
Uganda 2026-04-29 15:56:07 2029-04-29 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Mark Jordans
ID: UNCST-2020-R014861
 CORE: A cluster Randomised Control Trial to test the effectiveness of a teacher wellbeing intervention.
REFNo: SS5114ES

1. To assess the impact of CORE on primary and secondary teacher-level outcomes as
outlined in the theory of change,
2. To understand if there is a sustained impact on teacher’s wellbeing two terms following
the end of the teachers’ engagement in CORE.
3. To assess the impact of CORE on child level outcomes,
4. To understand teachers’ experiences of CORE, specifically their perceptions of
changes that occurred and the impact of these.
 Netherlands 2026-04-29 15:54:43 2029-04-29 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Harriet Angwech
ID: UNCST-2025-R019205
 Improved worm management for improved goat production, sustainable livelihood and food security in vulnerable populations in northern Uganda
REFNo: NS1249ES

Aim of the study: To improve the management of worm infections in livestock contributing to the livelihood and food security of vulnerable households in northern Uganda through validating the efficacy of ethnobotanical plants used as dewormers. Specific objectives: 1. To document the plants used as dewormers in goats in Acholi and Lango sub regions. 2. To determine the efficacy of the most mentioned plants (ten) in vitro and in vivo. 3. To establish the optimal dose for two of the most effective plants from 2 above for use in goat production in the region.
Uganda 2026-04-29 15:44:29 2029-04-29 Natural Sciences Non-degree Award
DerrickBukenya Kato
ID: UNCST-2025-R022430
 THE SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN WATER QUALITY AND BIOLOGICAL COMMUNITIES OF SELECTED TRIBUTARIES IN THE UGANDAN PART OF THE LAKE ALBERT BASIN
REFNo: NS1240ES

ii. To determine the spatial variation in the water quality parameters of selected streams and nearshore zones of Lake Albertiii. To determine the in-stream and riparian zone habitat integrity scores at the selected sites along the selected streams
 Uganda 2026-04-29 15:36:31 2029-04-29 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Judith Akello
ID: UNCST-2022-R009134
 Negotiating Motherhood in Gendered Cultural Spaces: Breastfeeding Student-Mothers and Staff at Lira University Through Performing Arts and Culture
REFNo: SS5146ES

• To document the institutional challenges faced by breastfeeding student-mothers and staff at Lira University within six months.
• To analyse how cultural beliefs and gender norms influence breastfeeding practices
among these mothers within eight months.
• To develop context-specific recommendations for institutional policies and programs that
support breastfeeding mothers in higher education by the end of twelve months.
Uganda 2026-04-29 15:33:41 2029-04-29 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Kirabo Faith
ID: UNCST-2026-R024149
 Research Project Title Association between daily working hours and prevalence of Musculoskeletal disorders among boda boda riders in Kampala, Uganda a cross-sectional study in 2026
REFNo: HS7259ES

1. To determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among Boda Boda riders in Kampala in 2026.
2. To assess the average daily working hours of Boda Boda riders in Kampala.
3. To examine the association between daily working hours and the occurrence of musculoskeletal disorders.
4. To identify other risk factors (e.g., posture, road conditions, rest breaks) associated with musculoskeletal disorders among Boda Boda riders

 Uganda 2026-04-29 15:31:32 2029-04-29 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
James Tumwine Kashugyera
ID: UNCST-2025-R017959
 MICROSPORIDIOSIS AMONG CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH PERSISTENT DIARRHEA AT KABALE REGIONAL AND MULAGO NATIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITALS: ASSOCIATED FACTORS AND GENOMIC SEQUENCING
REFNo: HS7189ES

1. To determine factors associated with Microsporidiosis among children and adults with persistent diarrhea at Kabale regional referral hospital and Mulago national referral hospital.
2. To determine the genomic sequence of Microsporidia among children and adults with persistent diarrhea at Kabale regional referral hospital.

 Uganda 2026-04-29 15:29:54 2029-04-29 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
DAISY NAMIREMBE
ID: UNCST-2021-R013613
 Applying Molecular Tools for the detection of zoonotic Helminths in Eastern Africa
REFNo: NS1161ES

1.To document the knowledge of farmers regarding helminths diagnostics, control strategies and anthelmintic resistance in the cattle corridor of Uganda. 2.To evaluate the prevalence of Schistosoma species in selected livestock using a newly developed field-based ELISA kit 3.To identify and analyse the population genetics of Schistosoma species and the hybrid forms in selected livestock populations. 4.To identify and determined Fasciola species present within Uganda's cattle corridor, determine their geographic distribution and transmission pathways using phylogenetic analysis. 5.To develop an environmental DNA (eDNA)-based protocol for the detection of zoonotic helminths (Schistosoma, Fasciola spp., and their snail intermediate hosts) in environmental matrices.
Uganda 2026-04-29 15:21:30 2029-04-29 Natural Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Emmanuel Kiiza Mwesiga Kiiza
ID: UNCST-2019-R001588
 Leveraging Digitization, Archiving and Artificial Intelligence Applications to Utilize Patient Charts for Research: A Pilot Study Examining Predictors of Sustained Mental Health Care Engagement in Ugandan Psychosis Patients
REFNo: HS6912ES

4. To develop processes to scale methods for converting patient clinical files to standardized datasets for mental health research.,3. Re-examine predictors of sustained mental healthcare engagement in 1,677 Ugandan psychosis patients enrolled for the first time at Butabika Hospital in 2018.,2. Transform patient charts of Ugandan psychosis patients enrolled at Butabika Hospital in 2018 into a standard anonymized longitudinal database ,1. To leverage digitization, archiving and artificial intelligence applications to integrate patient clinical files into an existing electronic medical record at Butabika National Referral Mental Hospital.,Leveraging Digitization, Archiving and Artificial Intelligence Applications to Utilize Patient Charts for Research.,
 Uganda 2026-04-29 15:15:20 2029-04-29 Medical and Health Sciences Non-degree Award
Nalwanga Lillian Edith
ID: UNCST-2025-R022342
 HYPOXIC ISCHAEMIC ENCEPHALOPATHY CASEFATALITY, AND ITS ASSOCIATED FACTORS AMONG NEONATES AT KAYUNGA REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL
REFNo: HS7419ES

Main Objective 1. To determine the case fatality rate and its associated factors among neonates diagnosed with hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy at Kayunga Regional Referral Hospital. Specific Objectives 1. To determine the case fatality rate among neonates diagnosed with hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy at Kayunga Regional Referral Hospital between 1st January 2022 to 31st December 2025. 2. To identify maternal and intrapartum factors associated with hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy at Kayunga Regional Referral Hospital. 3. To identify neonatal factors associated with the hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy case fatality rate at Kayunga Regional Referral Hospital.
 Uganda 2026-04-27 11:40:12 2029-04-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Andrew Katumba
ID:
Machine Learning-based Algorithm for Automatic Screening of Pulmonary Tuberculosis using Chest X-rays in the Ugandan Population
REFNo: HS7323ES

1.Create an open, labelled, inclusive dataset for CXR images, clinical and lab information collected from the Ugandan population,
2.Develop machine learning models for automatic recognition of TB features in CXR images,
3.Integrate the developed models in a decision support web application,
4.Calibrate and validate the developed platform within Ugandan clinical settings.

 Uganda 2026-04-27 11:37:57 2029-04-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Moses Okech
ID: UNCST-2024-R015996
 African Youth Panel: An investigation into the factors hindering youth from accessing dignified and fulfilling work in some communities in Uganda
REFNo: SS5046ES

Aim: To achieve a demonstrable impact on advancing access to employment and dignified and fulfilling work for young people, with a specific focus on young women, in the selected project countries.
Key Expected Outcomes (Objectives):
Objective Description
Social and Economic Opportunity An increase in social and economic opportunities for young people (the majority are young women).
Platform for Voice A vibrant participatory platform of youth voices shaping policy and practice.
Knowledge Generation Timely availability of relevant data and knowledge to inform policy and practice.
Advocacy Movement A movement of well-equipped young Africans advocating and seizing opportunities for dignified work.

 Uganda 2026-04-27 11:29:19 2029-04-27 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
GODWIN ATWINE
ID: UNCST-2025-R016926
 EXTENSION SERVICES AND AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY IN UGANDA: “A STUDY OF SEMBABULE AND KALUNGU DISTRICTS”
REFNo: SS4965ES

1.To understand the level of access to agricultural extension services in Sembabule and Kalungu districts. 2.To explore farmers' perceptions on the agriculture extension services in Sembabule and Kalungu districts. 3.To examine the outcome of agricultural extension services on agricultural productivity in Sembabule and Kalungu districts.
Uganda 2026-04-27 11:18:53 2029-04-27 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Suzan Nakasendwa
ID: UNCST-2025-R021931
 Harnessing AI-driven modeling for stroke types classification and prediction of survival outcomes in Uganda and Cameroon: A retrospective observational study
REFNo: HS7282ES

1. To comprehensively assess the structure, functionality, and maturity of the stroke data ecosystem within health facilities. 2. To examine the burden of stroke in Uganda using real-world evidence data from the national DHIS2 data system 3. To develop an optimal anomaly detection model for quality assurance of routine health facility stroke data. 4. To implement multi-model stroke subtype classifiers by integrating structured data using ensemble and deep learning models. 5. To deploy statistical and machine learning models in the prediction of time to hospital discharge among stroke patients with mortality as a competing risk.
 Uganda 2026-04-27 11:16:44 2029-04-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Siragi Kabale
ID: UNCST-2025-R020841
 PREVALENCE AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH FEMALE SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION AMONG WOMEN WITH PELVIC FLOOR DISORDERS ATTENDING UROGYNECOLOGICAL CAMPS IN UGANDA
REFNo: HS7379ES

1. To determine the Prevalence of Female Sexual dysfunction among women with pelvic floor disorders attending urogynecology camps in Uganda
2. To determine the affected FSF domains among women with pelvic floor disorders attending urogynecology camps in Uganda
3. To determine the factors associated with Female Sexual dysfunction among women with pelvic floor disorders attending urogynecology camp in Uganda

Uganda 2026-04-27 11:14:29 2029-04-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Kabakyenga Asaph
ID: UNCST-2025-R019579
 UNIVERSITY SUPPORT SERVICES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS
REFNo: SS4371ES

1. University support services have a positive significant influence on the academic self-efficacy of students in universities.
2. University support services have a positive significant influence on the academic achievement of students in universities.
3. University support services have a positive significant influence on students’ study time in universities.

 Uganda 2026-04-27 11:12:34 2029-04-27 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Sarah Nabukeera
ID: UNCST-2025-R021403
 Effectiveness of Postpartum Family Planning on Family Planning Uptake among Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) (10-24 years) in Rural Busoga Sub-region.
REFNo: HS7412ES

General Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of PPFP on FP uptake among AGYW (10-24 years) in the Busoga sub-region. This information will assist FP policymakers, programmers, and implementers in Uganda to thoroughly and critically examine the existing PPFP service delivery systems and processes and optimize investments for improved access and use of FP among AGYW. Specific Objectives The specific objectives will be under three sub-studies: Specific Objective I (Sub-study I) i. To synthesize the existing evidence on PPFP among AGYW (10-24 years) in Uganda. To determine the level of PPFP uptake among AGYW aged 10-24 years in Uganda between 2015 and 2025, by conducting a meta-analysis of the available evidence ii. To assess the existence of inequities in the level of PPFP uptake among AGYW 10-24 years in Uganda, using the available evidence. iii. To synthesize the existing evidence on the factors related to PPFP uptake among AGYW aged 10-24 years in Uganda Specific Objective II (Sub-study II) To explore the PPFP literacy needs, preferences, concerns and experiences of AGYW in the Busoga sub-region i. To explore the PPFP literacy needs of AGYW in the Busoga sub-region. ii. To find out preferences and concerns about PPFP literacy among AGYW in the Busoga sub-region. iii. To examine PPFP literacy experiences of AGYW in the Busoga sub-region. Specific Objective III (Sub-study III) To evaluate the effectiveness of the PPFP on FP uptake by AGYW (10-24 years) in the Busoga sub-region. i. To explore perspectives of policymakers, programmers, implementers and AGYW on fidelity, acceptability, adoption, penetration, relevance and equity of the PPFP among AGYW (10-24 years) in the Busoga sub-region. ii. To establish the effectiveness of the PPFP on FP uptake among AGYW (10-24 years) in the Busoga sub-region.
 Uganda 2026-04-27 11:02:36 2029-04-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
John Bosco Isunju
ID: UNCST-2019-R001803
 Gender Equality, Equity and Social Inclusion (GEEI) in Climate-Health financing in Uganda: pathways, barriers and opportunities.
REFNo: HS7363ES

To assess the perceptions and understanding of GEEI among stakeholders involved in climate-health projects, policies and programs.,To identify strategies for designing and implementing climate–health projects that deliberately reduce gender inequalities and prioritise the specific needs of women and vulnerable population groups.,To identify the opportunities, barriers and facilitators influencing access to, allocation of, and accountability for equitable climate–health financing in Uganda.,To examine how existing governance, policy, and institutional frameworks enable or constrain equitable financing for climate–health action in Uganda.,To assess the extent to which gender equality, equity and social inclusion considerations are integrated into climate–health policies, programmes, and interventions in Uganda.,To assess the integration and operationalisation of gender equality, equity and social inclusion within Uganda’s climate–health agenda and to identify ways in which climate and health financing can be structured to reduce gender disparities and prioritise the needs of women and other vulnerable population groups.,
 Uganda 2026-04-27 10:36:43 2029-04-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-degree Award
Joanitah  Nalunjogi
ID: UNCST-2023-R008356
 Uptake of Clean Household Energy Use and its Impact on Respiratory and Cognitive Health Kawempe Division in Uganda
REFNo: HS7378ES

1. To determine the uptake of clean fuels among households in Kawempe division, Kampala City, Uganda. 2. To compare the respiratory health of people (all ages) living in biomass fuel-dependent households with that of clean fuel-dependent households. 3. To compare the cognitive function of people (all ages) living in biomass fuel-dependent households with that of clean fuel-dependent households
Uganda 2026-04-27 10:32:03 2029-04-27 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Ali Ssetaala
ID: UNCST-2021-R011817
 Feasibility of cervical cancer point-of-care testing
REFNo: HS7499ES

Primary Objective
1. To evaluate the feasibility of performing cervical cancer screening based on self-sampling.

Secondary objectives
1. To assess the feasibility of implementing information sessions to motivate cervical cancer screening with VIA.
2. To assess the feasibility of implementing information sessions to encourage self-sampling for HPV DNA testing.
3. To assess the feasibility outcomes as described by Gadke et al. of each of the three components (see Table 3).
4. To understand the potential role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in the uptake of Cervical Cancer screening services based on the perspectives of healthcare providers, women, policy makers, and community stakeholders in Uganda.

Uganda 2026-04-24 15:18:34 2029-04-24 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Annet Sumba
ID: UNCST-2026-R023884
 A City as a Peace Project
REFNo: SS5095ES

1. To examine how cityness is lived and expressed by different actors in a post-conflict city context; 2.To investigate how informal and marginal actors contribute to the remaking of urban space and social relations; and 3. To analyse how public spaces and infrastructures function as affective and symbolic sites of peace-building.
 Uganda 2026-04-24 14:34:33 2029-04-24 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Allen Kabagenyi
ID: UNCST-2019-R000665
 A Gendered Analysis of Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters in Kasese District
REFNo: SS4854ES

To examine household-level flood and landslide response strategies in Kasese District, with a focus on the extent of response mechanisms, the socio-economic and cultural factors influencing their effectiveness, and gender-based differences in disaster response approaches.
Uganda 2026-04-24 14:28:53 2029-04-24 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Francis Ssali
ID: UNCST-2021-R012134
 A5424 Menopausal Hormone Therapy for Women Living with HIV (HoT)
REFNo: HS7391ES


1.2 Primary Objective

1.2.1 Determine the effects of HT on VMS in WLWH in the late menopausal transition or early postmenopause.

1.3 Secondary Objectives

1.3.1 Evaluate the safety and tolerability of HT as compared to placebo.

1.3.2 Determine the effect of HT on neurocognition.

1.3.3 Determine the effect of HT on mood.

1.3.4 Determine the effect of HT on sleep.

1.3.5 Determine the effect of HT on quality of life.

1.3.6 Determine the effect of HT on sexual function.

1.3.7 Determine the effect of HT on weight, waist circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio.

1.4 Exploratory Objectives

1.4.1 Determine the effect of HT on markers of bone turnover.

1.4.2 Determine the effect of HT on markers of cardiometabolic health.

1.4.3 Determine the effect of HT on systemic markers of inflammation and immune activation.

1.4.4 Determine the effect of HT on HIV reservoir size, clonality, and activity.

1.4.5 Determine the effect of HT on measures of physical function.

1.4.6 Determine the effect of HT on the rectal and vaginal microbiome.

1.4.7 Explore the effect of HT on all primary and secondary outcomes by antiretroviral regimen.

1.4.8 Explore exposure-response relationships between estradiol pharmacokinetics (PK) and study outcomes in those treated with estradiol.

1.4.9 Evaluate acceptability and feasibility of ambulatory monitors for VMS and sleep on a subset of participants.

1.4.10 Explore agreement between subjective VMS frequency with objective VMS frequency in a subset of participants.


 Uganda 2026-04-24 13:20:15 2029-04-24 Medical and Health Sciences Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Peter Olupot Simon
ID: UNCST-2025-R022744
 Implementation of Sustainable Public Procurement in the Procurement of Works in Uganda’s Central Government Entities
REFNo: SS5085ES

i. To examine the relationship between external pressures and implementation of SPP.
ii. To examine the relationship between resource heterogeneity and implementation of SPP.
iii. To examine the relationship between stakeholder engagement and implementation of SPP.
iv. To examine the mediating role of resource heterogeneity in the relationship between external pressures and implementation of SPP.
v. To examine the mediating role of resource heterogeneity in the relationship between stakeholder engagement and implementation of SPP.
vi. To examine the moderating effect of procurement officers’ attitude in the relationship between resource heterogeneity and implementation of SPP.
vii. To examine how procurement officers’ attitude will moderate the relationship between external pressures and implementation of SPP through resource heterogeneity.
viii. To examine how procurement officers’ attitude moderates the relationship between stakeholder engagement and implementation of SPP through resource heterogeneity.

 Uganda 2026-04-20 9:42:42 2029-04-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Robert Mboizi Baldwin
ID: UNCST-2020-R014356
 Optimising Eligibility Criteria for Participant Selection in Maternal Vaccine Trials in Low-Resource Settings (ACCESS).
REFNo: HS7404ES

1. To conduct a systematic review and analyse existing eligibility criteria used in maternal vaccine trials globally, with a focus on their applicability and limitations in low-resource settings.

2. Determine the proportion of women ineligible to participate in maternal vaccine clinical trials at Kawempe National Referral Hospital using an eligibility assessment tool.

3. Determine the pregnancy outcomes in women ineligible for maternal vaccine trials at Kawempe National Referral Hospital using an eligibility assessment tool.

4. Identify factors associated with pregnancy outcomes among pregnant women excluded from trial participation.

Uganda 2026-04-20 16:50:32 2029-04-20 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Yudaya Nakyeyune
ID: UNCST-2026-R024597
 Using Play in Culturally Responsive Ways to Enhance Children’s Numeracy Skills Achievement in Refugee-Hosting ECD Centers in Kampala
REFNo: SS5116ES

1. To analyze children's voices of learning through play in refugee hosting ECD centers in Kampala.
2. To identify the challenges teachers encounter when using play in the teaching of numeracy in refugee hosting ECD centers in Kampala
3 To establish the impact of engagement in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) on teachers' knowledge regarding the use of play-based methods in culturally responsive ways in refugee hosting ECD centers in Kampala
4. To assess the impact of engagement in culturally responsive learning through play activities on children's numeracy achievement in refugee hosting ECD venters in Kampala
Uganda 2026-04-20 16:47:28 2029-04-20 Social Science and Humanities Clinical Trial Degree Award
PIUS OKELLO ROBERT
ID: UNCST-2026-R024675
 School Management Functions and Academic Performance of Students in Government-Aided Secondary Schools A Case of Dokolo District, Uganda
REFNo: SS5162ES

Purpose of Study
To investigate the contribution of School Management Functions and its relationship with academic Performance of Students in Government-aided Secondary Schools in Dokolo District.


Specific Objectives
1. To evaluate the effect of management planning function on academic performance of students in Government-aided Secondary Schools in Dokolo District.

2. To analyze the effect of management organizing function on academic
performance students in Government-aided Secondary Schools in Dokolo District.

3. To assess the role of management controlling function on academic performance of students in Government-aided Secondary Schools in Dokolo District.

4. To investigate the mediating effects of perceived on relationship between school management functions and academic performance of students in government-aided Secondary Schools in Dokolo District.
 Uganda 2026-04-20 16:25:31 2029-04-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
Clifton IRAHUKA
ID: UNCST-2025-R018482
 Evaluating the Feasibility and Acceptability of an Offline-First AI Health Companion for Frontline Health Workers in Uganda: A Mixed-Methods Concurrent Triangulation Study
REFNo: HS7408ES

General objective To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of an offline-first AI Health Companion for clinical decision-making among Frontline Health Workers in health facilities in Luweero District, Uganda. Specific objectives To assess the feasibility of the offline-first AI Health Companion application among FHWs in public health facilities in Luweero district. To evaluate the acceptability of the offline-first AI Health Companion among FHW in public health facilities in Luweero district. To determine the individual, technological and organisational factors that influence the adoption and sustained use of AI clinical decision support tools among FHWs in public health facilities in Luweero district. To explore the facilitators of and barriers to scaling offline AI decision support tools among FHWs in Luweero district
Uganda 2026-04-20 16:19:00 2029-04-20 Medical and Health Sciences Non-Clinical Trial Non-degree Award
Madrine Nabukenya Mkisa
ID: UNCST-2026-R024084
 Psychological Resilience among Teachers in Private Secondary Schools in Wakiso District, Uganda.
REFNo: SS5118ES

i) To document factors that influence the psychological resilience of teachers in private secondary schools in Wakiso district ii) To explore the perception of teachers on self-efficacy, affective flexibility, and spiritual well-being in private secondary schools in Wakiso district. iii) To assess the influence of self-efficacy, flexibility, and spiritual well-being on teachers’ ability to adapt to employment terms (remuneration, job security, career growth, workload management, resource management) in a private secondary school in Wakiso district. iv) Examine the relationships that may exist between self-efficacy, flexibility, spiritual well-being, and psychological resilience among teachers in private secondary schools in Wakiso district.
Uganda 2026-04-20 16:16:00 2029-04-20 Social Science and Humanities Non-Clinical Trial Degree Award
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