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June 5, 2024 scholarship

Epilepsy accounts for a significant portion of the global disease burden, often accompanied by extensive discrimination and stigma. These factors, along with other barriers, prevent many individuals with epilepsy from accessing medical care. Comprehensive understanding of epilepsy’s characteristics, comorbidities, and risk factors is essential for developing targeted preventive strategies and interventions.

In collaboration with Duke University in the USA, Makerere University College of Health Sciences is leading a national research study on epilepsy. This study involves local experts in neurology and psychology in Uganda, alongside international specialists in neurology and neurosurgery from the USA. The research aims to explore the spectrum of epilepsy in Uganda, focusing on its clinical features, comorbidities, and risk factors across different age groups, with particular attention to stigma among adolescents.

Applications are now open for the AWE Change Masters Fellowship Programme from postgraduate students at:

  • Makerere University College of Health Sciences
  • Mbarara University of Science and Technology
  • Gulu University

The programme will support two (2) successful graduate candidates in their final year of Master’s degree training in any of the specified programs at these universities.

Eligibility

This opportunity is available to postgraduate students in their final year of study in the following graduate programs: Medicine, Pediatrics, Nursing, Public Health, Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Social Sciences, or any Biomedical/Health-related field.

Selection Criteria

  1. Proof of admission to a Master’s program at the specified university.
  2. Normal progress in the Master’s program.
  3. Demonstrated interest in research training and conducting research within the relevant discipline.
  4. A letter of recommendation and support from the program’s Head of Department.
  5. A career development plan.
  6. Potential for attaining research leadership and international recognition in their field.
  7. Commitment to developing at least one manuscript for publication based on their research.
  8. Research concepts must focus on Epilepsy in any of the following aspects: Clinical, Public Health, Cognitive, Psychosocial, or Biomedical.

Application Process

Enquiries and applications should be sent to awechangeproject@gmail.com. Applications must include: a cover letter (1 page), a resume (maximum 3 pages), a personal statement (maximum 1 page), a research concept (maximum 1 page), an admission letter, proof of normal progress for the initial years of training, and two letters of recommendation. The personal statement should outline your career aspirations for the next 5-7 years, research interests, and any other relevant information.

Timelines:

Application deadline extension: July 31, 2024.


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May 22, 2024 scholarship

Call for Applications (1 Slot)

Makerere University School of Biomedical Sciences (Uganda) in conjunction with Case Western Reserve University has received a grant from the U.S. NIH – Fogarty International Center to train Ugandans in biomedical basic sciences. This program will train Ugandans in basic science of HIV and its related complications including TB, Antimicrobial resistance, HIV drug resistance, HIV Reservoirs, etc. It aims at building a critical mass of Basic Scientists in Uganda who will create new frontiers in HIV research.

Program Details:

  • The program is currently soliciting applications from suitably qualified Ugandans for one available scholarship.
  • The successful trainee will lead an independent research project at Makerere University with co-mentorship from Case Western Reserve University.
  • Majority of the training will be based at Makerere University with short-term work abroad for specific training.
  • Funding for tuition, a monthly stipend, and reasonable research funds will be provided.

Selection Criteria:

  1. Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine (MBChB), Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Dental Surgery (preferred), or a Master’s Degree in a related field from a recognized University.
  2. Relevant academic documents.
  3. Evidence of interest in HIV, immunology, pathology, microbiology, molecular biology, or related areas.
  4. Applicants should meet specific academic requirements.
  5. Scholarship dependent on successful admission into Makerere University.
  6. Must be ready and willing to undergo rigorous training.

Application Procedure:

  • Submit the following documents as a single PDF file to: sbsstudentapplications@gmail.com
    • Indicate in the subject: “MITHU PhD Scholarship Application 2024”
    • Certified copies of relevant academic documents
    • Two recommendation letters from Academic referees
    • Statement of motivation (Not more than 500 words)
    • Your idea for the research project (Single page)
    • A brief CV of not more than three pages

Application Deadline: 31st May, 2024

Apply Now!


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Through the EDCTP2 Career Development Fellowship support, we have conducted research for the past three years in low and moderate-to-high malaria transmissions settings in Uganda. The study title Predictors of local emergence and spread of Artemisinin resistance among Ugandan Plasmodium falciparum parasites’ investigated potential drivers of artemisinin resistance development in malaria treatment in the country. This was done both in the private and public health facilities in the country.

This workshop is aimed at sharing the findings of the study with the wider malaria community in the country and stimulate discussion towards identifying potential policy directions to help mitigate widespread emergence and spread of artemisinin resistance in the country.

The findings of the study will cover Ugandan Plasmodium falciparum genetic architecture (background), quality of ACTs, Access to quality assured ACTs, Copayment mechanism, test and treat policy in malaria management and experiences of healthcare professionals in private and public health facilities in managing malaria in the country.

You have been identified as a key stakeholder in the fight against malaria in the country and your views during the meeting will help give direction to the efforts to mitigate widespread emergence and spread of artemisinin resistance in the country.

This letter is therefore to invite you to the Dissemination workshop scheduled for 17th May 2024.

Venue: Fairway Hotel, Kampala

Date17th May 2024

Time:  9:00am-2:00pm 

Please confirm your attendance by email: birungijoanah@gmail.com., Tel: +256701925906

EDCTP Programme 2024


Schultz, B., Agamah, F. E., Ewuoso, C., Madden, E. B., Troyer, J., Skelton, M., & Mwaka, E. (2024). Webinar report: stakeholder perspectives on informed consent for the use of genomic data by commercial entities. Journal of Medical Ethics, 50(1), 57-61.

Nankya, H. (2024). Considerations for Community Engagement in Artificial Intelligence in Africa: A Review of Literature. The Journal of Hospital Ethics, 10(2), 85-85.

Nankya, H., Alibu, V. P., Wamala, E., Matovu, E., & Barugahare, J. (2024). Understanding of Key Considerations for Effective Community Engagement in Genetics and Genomics Research: A Qualitative Study of the Perspectives of Research Ethics Committee Members and National Research Regulators in a low Resource Setting. Journal of Empirical Research on Human Research Ethics, 19(4-5), 197-207.

Nankya, H., Wamala, E., Alibu, V. P., & Barugahare, J. (2024). Community engagement in genetics and genomics research: a qualitative study of the perspectives of genetics and genomics researchers in Uganda. BMC Medical Ethics, 25(1), 1.

Nanyonga, M. M., Kutyabami, P., Kituuka, O., & Sewankambo, N. K. (2024). Exploration of Clinical Ethics Consultation in Uganda: A case study of Uganda Cancer Institute. Research Square.

Kampi, R., Okello, C., Ochieng, J., & Mwaka, E. S. (2024). Informed consent in cancer clinical care: perspectives of healthcare professionals on information disclosure at a tertiary institution in Uganda. Plos one, 19(4), e0301586.

Nalubega, S., Kutyabami, P., Twimukye, A., Kaawa-Mafigiri, D., & Sewankambo, N. K. (2024). Practices and attitudes of herbalists regarding informed consent in Uganda: a qualitative study. BMC Medical Ethics, 25(1), 106.

Owino, R. S., Sewankambo, N. K., Kituuka, O., & Kutyabami, P. (2024). Experiences and ethical issues during shared decision-making in healthcare at rural health facilities in Uganda: An exploratory qualitative study. Research Square, rs-3.

Nabukenya, S., Kyaddondo, D., Munabi, I. G., Waitt, C., Twimukye, A., & Mwaka, E. S. (2024). The role of community engagement in promoting research participants’ understanding of pharmacogenomic research results: Perspectives of stakeholders involved in HIV/AIDS research and treatment. Plos one, 19(4), e0299081.

Nabukenya, S., Kyaddondo, D., Twimukye, A., Munabi, I. G., Waitt, C., & Mwaka, E. S. (2024). ‘It is a complex process, but it’s very important to return these results to participants’. Stakeholders’ perspectives on the ethical considerations for returning individual pharmacogenomics research results to people living with HIV. Research Ethics, 20(2), 363-387.

Twimukye, A., Nabukenya, S., Kawuma, A. N., Bayigga, J., Nakijoba, R., Asiimwe, S. P., … & Waitt, C. (2024). ‘Some parts of the consent form are written using complex scientific language’: community perspectives on informed consent for research with pregnant and lactating mothers in Uganda. BMC medical ethics, 25(1), 149.

Ochieng, J., Kwagala, B., Barugahare, J., Möller, M., & Moodley, K. (2024). Awareness, experiences and perceptions regarding genetic testing and the return of genetic and genomics results in a hypothetical research context among patients in Uganda: a qualitative study. Journal of Medical Ethics.

Barugahare, J., Kwagala, B., & Ochieng, J. (2024). Stakeholder’s Perspectives on Rationing COVID-19 Vaccines Amidst Scarcity: a Qualitative Study. Archives of Microbiology and Immunology, 8, 23-34.




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