menu trigger
menu trigger
Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PMSaturday and Sunday - CLOSED+256393194316makbrc.chs@mak.ac.ugUpper Mulago Hill RoadP.O Box 75018, Mulago
December 20, 2024 PhD Defense
The Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences, Makerere University College of Health Sciences invites you to be part of Dr Olivia Kituuka’s PhD defense Today Friday 20th December 2024 at 12: 00 pm (EAT). See details below:
PhD Candidate: Dr Olivia Kituuka
Thesis Title: The Informed Consent Process for Emergency Surgery at Public and Private Hospital Surgical Emergency Units in The Urban Ugandan Setting
Date: Friday 20th December, 2024
Time: 12: 00 pm (East African Time)
Venue: MakCHS, Conference Room and Online
Join Zoom Meeting
https://mak-ac-ug.zoom.us/j/85056051308?pwd=TTHsnRL1ruOnAAs9WflS4OGpzqc4pd.1
Meeting ID: 850 5605 1308
Passcode: 042601
External Examiner/Opponent:
Prof. Shenuka Singh. Discipline of Dentistry, School of Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Kwazulu-Natal
Supervisors:
Assoc. Prof. Erisa S. Mwaka, Head Department of Anatomy, SBS, College of Health Sciences Makerere University
Dr. Ian G. Munabi, Department of Anatomy, SBS, College of Health Sciences Makerere University
Prof. Moses Galukande, Head Department of Surgery, SOM, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University
Internal Examiners:
Assoc. Prof. Mark Kaddumukasa, Department of Medicine, SOM, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University
Prof. Dan Kaye, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, SOM, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University
Defense Chair:
Assoc. Prof. David P. Kateete, Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences
December 20, 2024 PhD Defense
Makerere University – College of Health Sciences
Celebrating a Century of Excellence, Shaping the Future
You are invited to the Public PhD Defense of Haruna Muhmood Kiryowa (BDS, MSc.).
🗓 Date: Friday, 20th December 2024
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM (EAT)
📍 Venue: MakCHS Conference Room and Online
Thesis Title:
Periodontal Disease in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus Attending Kiruddu National Referral Hospital: Prevalence, Risk Factors, Association with Glycemic Control, and Insulin Resistance
Supervisors:
- Assoc. Prof. William Buwembo (PhD)
- Assoc. Prof. Erisa S. Mwaka (PhD)
- Assoc. Prof. Mark Kaddumukasa
Doctoral Committee:
- Assoc. Prof. Charles Rwenyonyi
- Dr. Jane Nakibuuka
Internal Examiners:
- Assoc. Prof. David P. Kateete
- Dr. Isaac Okullo
External Examiner/Opponent:
Assoc. Prof. Tina Roberts
Defense Chair:
Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences, MakCHS
Join us live!
💻 Meeting ID: 862 6246 3585
🔒 Passcode: 280504
🔍 Scan the QR code in the flyer to join the session directly.
November 5, 2024 PhD Defense
The Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University invites you to be part of KULE KYOLO Samuel’s PhD defense scheduled for Thursday 7th November 2024, at 10:00 am (EAT). See details below:
PhD Candidate: KULE KYOLO Samuel
Thesis Title: Assessment of Management of Mental Illnesses in Goma City: A Study of Indigenous Knowledge on Medicinal Plants, Effectiveness and Safety
Date: Thursday 7th November 2024
Time: 10:00 am (East African Time)
Venue: MakCHS College Boardroom
Join Zoom Meeting
https://mak-ac-ug.zoom.us/j/86209749055?pwd=pGfLYc8UCRJfpNUyq7Ral0KLfk9s0v.1
Meeting ID: 862 0974 9055
Passcode: 904775
Opponent/External Examiner:
Dr. Samuel Baker Obakiro (PhD; MSc. Pharm; PGDE; BSc.) Senior Lecturer and Head of Department
Internal Examiners:
- Dr. Catherine Abbo, MBChB, MMED (Psychiatry), Cert (Child and Adolescent, Psychiatry), PhD ( Transcultural Psychiatry). Associate Professor / Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
- Dr. Lydia Bunalema, PhD, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, School of Biomedical Sciences, MakCHS
- Professor Emeritus Willy W. Anokbonggo (MD, PhD), Professor of Pharmacology, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, School of Biomedical Sciences
Supervisors:
- Dr. Godfrey Bbosa (MSc. Pharmacol., MSc. IPHC., M. Neuroscience, PhD), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, MAKCHS, Kampala-Uganda
- Dr. Esther Katuura (MSc, PDGE, PhD), Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, MAK, College of Natural Sciences, Kamala-Uganda
- Dr. John Odda (MS. Clinical Lab., PhD), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, MAKCHS, Kampala-Uganda
- Prof. DR. Zacharie Tsongo Kibendelwa (MD, PhD), Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kisangani, DRC
Defense Chair:
The Dean School of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University
October 23, 2024 LeadershipPublic Talk
Embracing the AI+BT Era: Insights from Dr. Yin Ye’s Lecture at Makerere University’s College of Health Sciences
On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, the College of Health Sciences at Makerere University had the honor of hosting Dr. Yin Ye, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of BGI Group, for a highly anticipated lecture titled “Embracing the AI+BT Era: What Should We Do Next?” The event took place at the Davies Lecture Theatre, MakCHS, and was moderated by Dr. David P. Kateete, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Biomedical Sciences.
Dr. Yin Ye, a renowned expert in genomics and biotechnology, shared his visionary perspective on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Biotechnology (BT) in modern science and medicine. His talk delved into the transformative potential of AI and biotechnology when combined, paving the way for revolutionary advancements in genomic research, medical diagnostics, and therapeutics.
Highlights of the Event:
- Visit to the Vice Chancellor: The day began with a visit by Dr. Yin Ye to the Vice Chancellor’s office, accompanied by Awel, Bob Wang, and David Kateete.
- Key Remarks: Opening remarks were made by distinguished officials including Prof. Moses Joloba, Executive Director of MakBRC, Prof. Richard Idro, Deputy Principal CHS, and Prof. Damalie Nakanjako, Principal CHS.
- Dr. Yin Ye’s Lecture: The highlight of the event was Dr. Yin’s engaging lecture, where he explored how the convergence of AI and BT is poised to revolutionize fields such as genomics, disease prevention, and personalized medicine. He emphasized the need for research institutions and health professionals to embrace these technologies to stay at the forefront of innovation.
Additional Activities:
Following the lecture, there were light refreshments in the Dean’s Garden, a tour of the Genomics Facility and the H3Africa Biobank at the Department of Immunology and Molecular Biology, and finally, a dinner with the College Leadership.
This event marked a significant moment in the centenary celebrations of Makerere University, reinforcing its commitment to advancing health sciences through cutting-edge research and collaboration with global leaders like BGI Group.
Newsletter
Please subscribe to our Newsletter.