Walter Komakech
ID: UNCST-2024-R015851
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Community-Based Tourism for Local Economic Development: A Social Business Model Perspective in Northern Uganda
REFNo: SS4079ES
1.To explore the nature of the adoption of Community-based tourism for Local economic development in Northern Uganda
2.To examine the contributions of Community-based tourism to Local economic development.
3.To design a social business model to enhance Community-based tourism and local economic development in Northern Uganda
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Uganda |
2026-01-19 16:14:44 |
2029-01-19 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Walter Ojok
ID: UNCST-2021-R004415
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SYNTHESIS OF NOVEL MESOPOROUS ADSORBENTS FOR FLUORIDE REMOVAL FROM WATER
REFNo: NS158ES
(i) To study the hydrochemical characteristics of Ndali-Kasenda crater lakes used as water sources with focus on the occurrence and spatial distribution of fluoride.
(ii) To explore the possibility of synthesizing biosorbents for fluoride removal using local base materials (Phoenix reclinata seeds, cassava starch and banana extract as soft templates.
(iii) To conduct batch and column experiments on removal of fluoride using synthesized biosorbents to assess their fluoride removal performance.
(iv) To design laboratory scale pilot column filter studies for fluoride removal with high performance synthesized biosorbent for Ndali-Kasenda lake water.
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Uganda |
2021-09-03 |
2024-09-03 |
Natural Sciences |
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Degree Award |
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WILLY RUKUNDO
ID:
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Glycemic control and its contributing factors among diabetic patients attending outpatient clinic at Bugangari HC IV Rukungiri district Southwestern Uganda
REFNo: HS3357ES
To assess behavioural factors contributing to glycemic control among diabetic patients attending outpatient clinic at Bugangari HC IV in Rukungiri district.,To assess clinical factors contributing to poor glycemic control among diabetic patients attending outpatient clinic at Bugangari HC IV in Rukungiri district.,To assess socio-demographic factors contributing to poor glycemic control among diabetic patients attending outpatient clinic at Bugangari HC IV in Rukungiri district South Western Uganda,To assess poor glycemic control and its contributing factors among diabetic patients attending outpatient clinic at Bugangari HC IV in Rukungiri district South Western Uganda.,
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Uganda |
2023-12-22 22:52:09 |
2026-12-22 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Abel Wilson Walekhwa Wilson
ID: UNCST-2021-R011571
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WATER QUALITY ANALYSIS OF IMPROVED WATER SOURCES AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS IN KIBUKU DISTRICT, EASTERN UGANDA
REFNo: HS641ES
•To assess the quality of water from improved water sources
•To determine the factors influencing quality of surface water sources
•To establish the community knowledge, attitude and practices about water quality of improved water sources
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Uganda |
2020-07-22 |
2023-07-22 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
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Non-degree Award |
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Abel Wilson Walekhwa Wilson
ID: UNCST-2021-R011571
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Ecological niche modelling for Rift Valley Fever Disease Transmission in selected districts in Uganda
REFNo: HS2019ES
1.To describe the epidemiological characteristics of RVF outbreaks in Uganda for 2013-2021
2.To Profile the clinical presentation of previous RVF cases at farm level
3.To build the epidemiological Livestock network predictive model for RVF outbreaks
4.To build an ecological niche model for next RVF outbreaks in Uganda
5.To build a model for a one health cost effective intervention suitable for Uganda in mitigating RVF outbreaks.
6.To build a cost benefit Analysis for introduction of RVF vaccination programme in Uganda
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Uganda |
2022-02-10 |
2025-02-10 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Abel Wilson Walekhwa Wilson
ID: UNCST-2021-R011571
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PILOTING THE FEASIBILITY OF COMMUNITY-BASED LIVESTOCK ABORTIONS REPORTING FOR IMPROVED SURVEILLANCE OF RIFT VALLEY FEVER DISEASE IN ISINGIRO DISTRICT, UGANDA
REFNo: A264ES
1. To design and pilot a community-based early warning surveillance system for potential RVF in Isingiro district in Uganda based on self-reported cases of livestock abortions from farmers to demonstrate feasibility.
2. To measure stakeholders’ attitudes and awareness of RVF and willingness to participate in a community-based early warning surveillance system and potential RVF vaccination programme.
3. To design and pilot a training module for increasing the index of suspicion for Rift Valley Fever disease among clinical and non-clinical health workers in the high-risk district of Isingiro, Southwestern Uganda.
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Uganda |
2023-07-05 11:36:35 |
2026-07-05 |
Agricultural Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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WABUSA DAVID FRANCIS
ID:
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IMPLICATIONS OF LAND TENURE SYSTEMS ON FOOD SECURITY IN MBALE DISTRICT-EASTERN UGANDA
REFNo: SS2720ES
iv. Recommend policy interventions and strategies to improve land tenure systems in Mbale district.,iii. Identify the key challenges and barriers that affect food security for households in Mbale, Uganda.,ii. Determine the implications of the land tenure systems for household food security in Mbale, Uganda. ,i. Assess the existing land tenure systems in Mbale, Uganda ,To understand the implications of land tenure systems on food security of households in Mbale district. ,
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Uganda |
2024-09-23 13:15:34 |
2027-09-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Michael Wagaba Toskinz
ID: UNCST-2023-R006490
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ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON FOOD SECURITY WITHIN REFUGEE SETTLEMENTS IN UGANDA
REFNo: HS3685ES
4. To explore existing coping strategies and adaptation measures employed by refugee settlements in different regions of Uganda to enhance their resilience to climate change and improve their food security.,3. To determine the extent to which socio-economic and demographic factors contribute to food security among refugee populations in refugee settlements in different regions of Uganda.. ,2. To assess how climate change-induced factors affect food security among refugee settlements in different regions of Uganda. ,1. To determine the current food security status among refugee settlements in different regions of Uganda,To determine the food security status in Ugandan refugee settlements and assess effects of climate change on food security among these populations so as to identify specific coping strategies to foster resilience against food insecurity and adaptation to climate change,
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Uganda |
2024-03-20 15:52:16 |
2027-03-20 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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Annet Namugaya Waibi
ID:
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Pedagogical approaches of English Language curriculum on learners outcome in public secondary schools in Iganga District.
REFNo: SS578ES
1. To establish ways in which the content expertise for English Language teachers defines student learning outcomes in public secondary schools in Iganga District.
2. To map out the significance of instructional design skills by English language teachers on students learning outcomes in public secondary schools in Iganga District.
3. To determine the implications of English language teachers assessment techniques on student's learning outcome in public secondary schools in Iganga District.
4. To ascertain the contributions of classroom management by English language teachers on students learning outcomes in public secondary schools in Iganga District.
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Uganda |
2020-12-11 |
2023-12-11 |
Social Science and Humanities |
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Degree Award |
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Benjamin Wairindi
ID: UNCST-2025-R021862
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The Integration of Ecological Sustainability into Refugee Self-reliance Strategies; A Case Study of Uganda
REFNo: A725ES
i. To explore the extent to which current theories and models of refugee self-reliance in Uganda incorporate ecological sustainability and identify gaps in their application.
ii. To identify key ecological prerequisites and sustainable agricultural practices that support self-sufficient livelihoods for refugee and host communities.
iii. To determine how nature-based solutions and ecological strategies can be integrated into Uganda’s refugee policy framework to enhance arable land utilization and regenerative livelihood outcomes.
iv. To generate actionable insights from empirical findings to guide policy formulation and sustainable resource management in refugee-hosting contexts.
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Uganda |
2026-02-20 15:21:57 |
2029-02-20 |
Agricultural Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Ali Waiswa
ID: UNCST-2025-R020882
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND DEEP LEARNING BASED IRIDOLOGY FOR DETECTION OF COLORECTAL CANCER
REFNo: HS6756ES
To determine the sensitivity of AI and deep learning based iridology for detection of colorectal cancer in Uganda over a period of one year.
To determine the specificity of AI and deep learning based iridology for detection of colorectal cancer in Uganda over a period of one year.
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Uganda |
2025-11-13 16:40:17 |
2028-11-13 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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DERRICK WAISWA
ID:
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Acceptability of Transferring low birthweight infants less than 2500g in KAngaroo care in a low-resource setting in eastern Uganda (KAT study)
REFNo: HS3975ES
- Explore experiences and challenges faced by healthcare workers transferring infants in kangaroo care,- Explore experiences and challenges faced by mothers and care givers transferring infants in kangaroo care,- Explore attitudes of healthcare workers to transferring infants in kangaroo care,- Explore attitudes of mothers and caregivers to transferring infants in kangaroo care,This study aims to explore the attitudes, experiences and challenges faced by mothers, care givers and healthcare workers while transferring LBW babies in kangaroo care to a neonatal unit in eastern Uganda. ,
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Uganda |
2024-06-24 0:15:24 |
2027-06-24 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Julius Duula Waiswa
ID: UNCST-2024-R015879
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BURDEN AND SPATIAL DYNAMICS OF TICK SPECIES AMONG CATTLE GRAZING ALONG THE BUFFER ZONE OF LAKE NAKUWA IN KALIRO DISTRICT
REFNo: A529ES
1. Determine the burden of tick species infesting cattle grazing along the buffer zone of Lake Nakuwa.
2. Determine spatial dynamics of the different tick species infesting cattle grazing along the buffer zone of Lake Nakuwa
3. Identify factors promoting and maintaining high tick infestation burdens along the buffer zone of Lake Nakuwa.
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Uganda |
2024-12-23 11:54:12 |
2027-12-23 |
Agricultural Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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Gertrude Nakigozi
ID:
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Mental Health and Cognition in HIV Infection in Rakai, Uganda
REFNo: HS634ES
Aim 1: Examine separate and interactive effects of HIV and psychosocial determinants on CNS dysfunction in PLWH. Hyp 1. Exposure to sexual/physical trauma or violence will interact with HIV in this population and will be associated with greater impairments/decline in declarative memory, cognitive control, and NVS.
Aim 2: Examine effects of psychosocial determinants on ART adherence in PLWH. Hyp 2. Exposure to sexual/physical trauma or violence will interact with impairments/decline in declarative memory, cognitive control, and NVS will adversely affect ART adherence).
Exploratory Aim 3: Determine biomarkers that relate most strongly and reliably to CNS dysfunction in the context of HIV and/or psychosocial determinants. Hyp 3: Different biomarkers of neuronal damage damage (e.g., neurofilament protein light chain-NFL) and CNS inflammation will relate to patterns of impairment/decline in declarative memory, cognitive control, motor, and NVS in the context of HIV and/or exposure to sexual/physical trauma or violence.
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Uganda |
2020-07-28 |
2023-07-28 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
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Non-degree Award |
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Tom Lutalo
ID:
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Measuring adult health and mortality in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
REFNo: HS640ES
1. To evaluate the accuracy of survey data on adolescent and adult mortality collected retrospectively through siblings’ survival histories (SSH), compared to the reference mortality data collected prospectively.
2. To test whether the siblings of respondents can be reached and interviewed via mobile phone, in order to collect data on the risk factor of adult mortality
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Uganda |
2021-03-10 |
2024-03-10 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
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Non-degree Award |
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Wakiko Ohira
ID:
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Possible Roles of Traditional Roles in Resource-Rich Countries: Case of the Bunyoro Kingdom in Western Uganda
REFNo: SS291ES
Main Objectives of the Study
The main objective of the study is to explore and assess the roles of traditional authorities, the Bunyoro Kingdom, as part of the local politics as well as in winder political arena.
Specific Objectives of the Study
1. To understand perceptions of local residents living in Bunyoro towards the Bunyoro Kingdom in order to understand where the legitimacy of the traditional authority lies.
2. To understand the overlapping roles, if any, among traditional authority including chiefs and local government bodies. As Uganda is known for its decentralization policy as well as its recognition of traditional authority in the constitution, understanding the relations between traditional authority and local “government is crucial in this study.
3. To understand the region in the whole picture by examining the relations between the Bunyoro Kingdom and local residents living in Bunyoro as well as local government.
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Japan |
2019-07-23 |
2022-07-23 |
Social Science and Humanities |
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Degree Award |
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Simon Wakwale Peter
ID:
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POLITICAL DECENTRALISATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF MBALE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
REFNo: SS76ES
1. TO EXAMINE THE EFFECT OF DEVOLUTION OF POWERS ON TIMELY ACCOUNTABILITY IN MBALE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
2. TO ASSESS THE EFFECT OF DEVOLUTION OF POWERS ON INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT IN MBALE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
3. TO ESTABLISH THE EFFECT OF DEVOLUTION OF POWERS ON PROVISION OF SOCIAL SERVICES IN MBALE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
4. TO FIND OUT THE EFFECT OF DEVOLUTION OF POWERS ON POLICY IMPLEMENTATION IN MBALE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
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Uganda |
2018-04-24 |
2021-04-24 |
Social Science and Humanities |
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Degree Award |
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Walter Akwat
ID: UNCST-2024-R003452
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Uganda Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessment (MSNA) 2024
REFNo: SS3727ES
• Conduct a thorough inter-sectoral analysis to assess the magnitude and
severity of humanitarian needs and conditions among refugee and host
community households across all 13 formal refugee settlements across
the country and refugee concentrations in Kampala.
• Identify variations in humanitarian needs across different areas of study,
population groups, and household vulnerability profiles.
• Compare key findings of the 2024 MSNA with the Vulnerability and
Essential Needs Assessment (VENA) (2019) and 2018 MSNA.
• Offer insights into inter-sectoral needs to inform prioritization of refugee
response efforts and strategic planning.
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Uganda |
2025-04-02 9:20:09 |
2028-04-02 |
Social Science and Humanities |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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WALAKIRA FELIX JOSHUA
ID: UNCST-2023-R007993
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COMMUNITY PERCEPTIONS ON HERBAL MEDICINES USE IN TREATING UPPER RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS IN KATANGA SLUM, UGANDA; A WAY OF SPARING ANTIBIOTICS.
REFNo: HS5902ES
1. To explore prevailing perceptions and beliefs within the community regarding the efficacy of herbal medicines in treating upper respiratory infections.
2. To explore the perceived barriers and facilitators to the adoption of herbal medicines in treating Upper Respiratory Infections as a means of sparing antibiotics.
3. To determine the proportion of people in Katanga who have suffered from Upper Respiratory Infections.
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Uganda |
2025-06-02 17:37:03 |
2028-06-02 |
Medical and Health Sciences |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Non-degree Award |
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RONALD WALOZI
ID: UNCST-2025-R021569
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OPTIMIZATION OF THE CHEMICAL TREATMENT PROCESS FOR RICE HUSK-PINE SAWDUST HETEROGENEOUS BRIQUETTES TO IMPROVE COMBUSTION EFFICIENCY
REFNo: SIR635ES
This study aims to enhance combustion efficiency by optimizing the chemical treatment processes for heterogeneous briquettes using Response Surface Methodology.
The specific objectives of the study are:-
i. To formulate and characterize heterogeneous briquettes in different ratios of pine sawdust and rice husks to determine the one with the best efficiency
ii. To carry out chemical treatment on the identified heterogeneous briquettes using varying acid types and concentrations
iii. To investigate the effect of chemical treatment on the heterogeneous briquettes’ thermal, emission, mechanical, and chemical properties
iv. To optimize the chemical treatment process for the enhancement of combustion efficiency
v. To develop a combustion kinetics analytical model for heterogeneous briquettes
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Uganda |
2026-04-14 16:38:54 |
2029-04-14 |
Engineering and Technology |
Non-Clinical Trial |
Degree Award |
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