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The Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University (MakCHS), invites you to the Public Ph.D. Defense of Dr. Lwere Kamada.
📌 Date: Wednesday, 15th October 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM (EAT) | 6:00 AM (CDT – Houston, Texas)
📍 Venue: MakCHS Conference Room and Online
Ph.D. Candidate
Dr. Lwere Kamada
Thesis Title
Gut Microbiome Composition, Immune Response, and Genetic Predisposition to Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias in a Ugandan Population
Supervisors
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Associate Professor Mark Kaddu Mukasa, PhD – Department of Internal Medicine, MakCHS
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Associate Professor Noeline Nakasujja, PhD – Department of Psychiatry, MakCHS
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Dr. Haruna Muwonge, PhD – Department of Physiology, MakCHS
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Dr. Hakim Sendagire, PhD – Department of Medical Microbiology, MakCHS
Opponent / External Examiner
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Associate Professor Priya Bhanu Ganesh, PhD – The University of Texas (UTHSCS), Houston, Texas, USA
Internal Examiners
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Associate Professor David P. Kateete, PhD – School of Biomedical Sciences, MakCHS
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Dr. Beatrice Achan, PhD – Department of Medical Microbiology, MakCHS
Defense Chair
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Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences, MakCHS
Join Online
🔗 Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 899 4869 0856
Passcode: 781047
You are most welcome to join and be part of this important academic milestone.
Supervisors
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Prof. Moses L. Joloba – Makerere University College of Health Sciences, Uganda
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Assoc. Prof. David Patrick Kateete – Makerere University College of Health Sciences, Uganda
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Dr. Daudi Jjingo – Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences, Uganda
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Prof. Graeme Mardon – Baylor College of Medicine, USA
Internal Examiners
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Dr. Rose Nabatansi – Makerere University College of Health Sciences, Uganda
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Dr. Allan Kalungi – MRC/UVRI Entebbe, Uganda
External Examiner
Prof. Joanne Berghout – Biosciences and Computational Biology Branch, NIH/NIAID
Defense Chairperson
Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences
Online Participation 
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Zoom Link: https://rb.gy/tsdljs
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Meeting ID: 867 1502 5923
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Passcode: 550654
Or scan the QR code on the poster to join directly.
We are excited to announce a special event hosted in collaboration with Makerere University College of Health Sciences, MakBRC, and the University of Edinburgh. This gathering is designed to spotlight international research opportunities and foster academic partnerships across borders.
📅 Date: Thursday, 4th September 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Venue: Davis Lecture Theatre, Makerere University
🎙 Featured Speakers:
- Dr. Seth Amanfo (BSc, MSc, PhD) Regional Director for Africa and the Middle East, Edinburgh Global, University of Edinburgh Dr. Amanfo brings a wealth of experience in international education and research collaboration, with a focus on building sustainable academic networks across continents.
- Dr. Adrian Muwonge BBRC Future Leader Fellow Dr. Muwonge is a rising voice in global health research, known for his innovative work and commitment to empowering early-career scientists.
☕ Teas and light snacks will be served. Join us for an enriching morning of dialogue, discovery, and connection. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or academic leader, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore new horizons in health sciences and global education.
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