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September 2010

30th September 2010: 360° Meet the CEO Forum

The 360o Network nominated Prof. Venansius Baryamureeba as one of Uganda’s most outstanding leaders. The Professor addressed the forum. The 360° Meet the CEO Forum brings Uganda’s top CEOs in touch with the people they inspire to share their knowledge and experience. The objective of this forum is to help young people appreciate what it takes to be a successful leader and provide an opportunity for them to share in wisdom.

29th September 2010: Launch of MSSEESA, Department of Physics

Materials Science and Solar Energy for Eastern and Southern Africa (MSSEESA) network is a society with Chapters in Tanzania, Kenya, Zambia and Uganda. The aim of the network is to develop human and infrastructure capacity in advanced research in materials science and solar energy. This will be done through strengthening the research facilities and Graduate training programmes by complementing the activities of materials science and solar energy in the various institutions in Eastern and Southern Africa.
With the establishment of MSSEESA network, Graduate students in any institution in the region will be able to take a course at any institution and be able to carry the credit to the home institution

22nd September 2010: Annual Scientific Conference

Mak hosted the 6th Annual Scientific Conference under the theme “Global Health Challenges: Training, research, service delivery – maximizing benefits to the people”. The College of Health Sciences takes pride in forging excellent alliances and collaborations. It is therefore not surprising that the College held the Annual Scientific Conferences as an activity of National Science Week. This year’s conference was jointly organized by the Uganda National Association of Community and Occupational Health (UNACOH).

21st – 23rd September 2010: African Humanities Workshop

Mak hosted the African Humanities Conference in Senate Hall

20- 24th September 2010: RUFORUM Biennial Meeting

Under the theme Building Capacity for Improved Food and Livelihood Security in Africa, RUFORUM under Makerere University hosted this meeting. This meeting provided Universities and their critical shareholders the opportunity reflect on what the continent needs to do to transform its agricultural sector and cause it to stimulate development in our countries and region.

9th September 2010: University Council retreat

The University Council held a retreat at Lake Victoria Serena Hotel where they discussed issues on the Evaluation and Performance of the Council Body.

9th September 2010: VC meets team from University of California

6th September 2010: Visit to School of Education

The members of staff in the School of Education hosted the Vice Chancellor at the school and discussed issues on how to develop the school for its better and smooth running.

6th September 2010: 9th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

The 9th monthly media briefing featured the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Infectious Diseases Institute, College of Health Sciences. The Vice Chancellor made presentations on the availability of transcripts, for graduates from January 2010 and the previous, save for those from a few units which he mentioned. He also alerted the public on conmen claiming to work on behalf of Makerere so as to sell them University land. He then introduced Members of the University Management who had assumed office since January 2010.

1st September 2010: Carnegie Excellence Awards

Mak hosted the handover ceremony of the Carnegie Phase II research Awards at the Senate Building. Carnegie is a Corporation in New York that aims at developing research management in higher education’s institutions in Africa

1st – 2nd September 2010: Google Uganda Event

The Google Uganda event at Speke Resort Munyonyo was a platform from which IT moguls such as software developers, technology entrprenuers and marketing professionals exchanged views, wined and dined. Mak took part in this initiative under FCIT.


September 2010

30th September 2010: 360° Meet the CEO Forum

The 360o Network nominated Prof. Venansius Baryamureeba as one of Uganda’s most outstanding leaders. The Professor addressed the forum. The 360° Meet the CEO Forum brings Uganda’s top CEOs in touch with the people they inspire to share their knowledge and experience. The objective of this forum is to help young people appreciate what it takes to be a successful leader and provide an opportunity for them to share in wisdom.

29th September 2010: Launch of MSSEESA, Department of Physics

Materials Science and Solar Energy for Eastern and Southern Africa (MSSEESA) network is a society with Chapters in Tanzania, Kenya, Zambia and Uganda. The aim of the network is to develop human and infrastructure capacity in advanced research in materials science and solar energy. This will be done through strengthening the research facilities and Graduate training programmes by complementing the activities of materials science and solar energy in the various institutions in Eastern and Southern Africa.
With the establishment of MSSEESA network, Graduate students in any institution in the region will be able to take a course at any institution and be able to carry the credit to the home institution

22nd September 2010: Annual Scientific Conference

Mak hosted the 6th Annual Scientific Conference under the theme “Global Health Challenges: Training, research, service delivery – maximizing benefits to the people”. The College of Health Sciences takes pride in forging excellent alliances and collaborations. It is therefore not surprising that the College held the Annual Scientific Conferences as an activity of National Science Week. This year’s conference was jointly organized by the Uganda National Association of Community and Occupational Health (UNACOH).

21st – 23rd September 2010: African Humanities Workshop

Mak hosted the African Humanities Conference in Senate Hall

20- 24th September 2010: RUFORUM Biennial Meeting

Under the theme Building Capacity for Improved Food and Livelihood Security in Africa, RUFORUM under Makerere University hosted this meeting. This meeting provided Universities and their critical shareholders the opportunity reflect on what the continent needs to do to transform its agricultural sector and cause it to stimulate development in our countries and region.

9th September 2010: University Council retreat

The University Council held a retreat at Lake Victoria Serena Hotel where they discussed issues on the Evaluation and Performance of the Council Body.

9th September 2010: VC meets team from University of California

6th September 2010: Visit to School of Education

The members of staff in the School of Education hosted the Vice Chancellor at the school and discussed issues on how to develop the school for its better and smooth running.

6th September 2010: 9th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

The 9th monthly media briefing featured the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Infectious Diseases Institute, College of Health Sciences. The Vice Chancellor made presentations on the availability of transcripts, for graduates from January 2010 and the previous, save for those from a few units which he mentioned. He also alerted the public on conmen claiming to work on behalf of Makerere so as to sell them University land. He then introduced Members of the University Management who had assumed office since January 2010.

1st September 2010: Carnegie Excellence Awards

Mak hosted the handover ceremony of the Carnegie Phase II research Awards at the Senate Building. Carnegie is a Corporation in New York that aims at developing research management in higher education’s institutions in Africa

1st – 2nd September 2010: Google Uganda Event

The Google Uganda event at Speke Resort Munyonyo was a platform from which IT moguls such as software developers, technology entrprenuers and marketing professionals exchanged views, wined and dined. Mak took part in this initiative under FCIT.

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Call for Applications: Third U.S.-Africa Frontiers Symposium

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Call for Applications: Third U.S.-Africa Frontiers Symposium Kigali, Rwanda, February 18-20, 2025. Photo: Courtesy.

The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is pleased to announce the 3rd U.S.-Africa Frontiers of Science, Engineering, and Medicine Symposium in partnership with and hosted by the Republic of Rwanda. The upcoming meeting will be held on February 18-20, 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda. The application is now open for scientists, engineers, and medical professionals from the United States and African Union member countries to submit their application online before the deadline of July 7, 2024, 11:59 PM ET (Washington D.C. time).

This program brings together outstanding early/mid-career scientists, engineers, and medical professionals (within 15 years of most recent degree), from the United States and the member countries of the African Union for a series of symposia to discuss exciting advances and opportunities in their fields. The goal of these meetings is to enhance scientific exchange and dialogue among early-to-middle career researchers in African countries and the United States, including the African science diaspora, and through this interaction facilitate research collaboration within and beyond the region. Another unique aspect of the Frontiers events is the pluri-disciplinarity of the participants’ backgrounds and research interests.

One of the main objectives of this Frontiers symposium is to advance our understanding of cutting-edge S&T trends in the U.S. and Africa and to foster dialogue and collaborations across disciplines. The upcoming symposium will address the following topics:

  • Session I: New Solutions for Decarbonization
  • Session II: Biotechnology
  • Session III: Precision Agriculture
  • Session IV: Advances in Space Research
  • Session V: Smart and Connected Cities

We encourage early-career scientists, engineers and medical professionals working on related research to apply to this multidisciplinary meeting, as long as they fulfill the eligibility criteria. Each general participant will also have the opportunity to present their research during poster sessions. Travel of selected participants will be covered. More details on the symposium, organization, and program can be found on the symposium webpage.

Please submit your application online by 11:59 PM ET on July 7, 2024. For more information on the U.S.-Africa Frontiers Program, please visit our program website. Please email USAfricaSTEM@nas.edu with any questions.

APPLY BY JULY 7

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Call for scholarship applications for PhDs and MSc positions in the framework of the Intra Africa Homegrown Clean Energy Project

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Some of the CAES PhD graduates with the Chair of the University Ceremonies Committee, also member of staff at the College, Prof. Jackie Bonabana (Right). 74th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), 30th January 2024, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Homegrown Clean Energy Project:

Mobility for Clean Energy Solutions to promote energy independence and environmental well-being through collaboration and innovation, addressing climate challenges across Africa.

Background:

Africa, a continent brimming with potential, faces a critical challenge: ensuring energy access and tackling climate change. Over 50% of its population lacks electricity, and relying on unsustainable practices threatens their health and the environment. Yet, Africa possesses a wealth of untapped renewable resources – a golden key to unlocking a brighter future.
The Homegrown Clean Energy (HCE) Solutions Project steps in to address these challenges with a vision driven by African ingenuity. We are empowering universities, the private sector, and local communities to develop clean energy solutions tailored to their specific needs.

The objectives of Homegrown Clean Energy:

  • Promote the development of Homegrown Clean Energy (HCE) solutions for underrepresented communities.
  • Facilitate knowledge sharing and technology transfer among participating institutions.
  • Enhance entrepreneurship skills in clean energy solutions for climate change adaptation and mitigation in Africa.
  • Promote gender equality and social inclusion in clean energy solutions.

Participating Institutions:

  • Federal University of Technology Minna (FUTMIN), Nigeria
  • Makerere University, Uganda
  • University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC), Benin
  • Uganda Martyrs University (UMU), Uganda
  • University of Nigeria (UNN), Nigeria
  • University of Zimbabwe (UoZ)

Application Documents:

  1. Filled Application Form
  2. CV
  3. A three-page proposal document

See Downloads for detailed application.

How to Apply for the Scholarship:

To apply: click here to apply: Masters https://bit.ly/HCE_MScApply
To apply: click here to apply: PhD https://bit.ly/HCE_PhDApply

Application Deadline

The deadline for the application is 27th July 2024 by Midnight GMT +1. Results will be announced on September 3, 2024

Contact Details

For further enquiries or guidance required kindly contact the following.

  • FUT Minna – Caroline Alenoghena; carol@futminna.edu.ng +234 8035015984
  • UNN- Cynthia Nwobodo; cynthia.nwobodo@unn.edu.ng +234 803 946 2574
  • MAK– Grace Nakabonge; grace.nakabonge@mak.ac.ug +256 782356607
  • UMU- Dr Robinah S. Nakabo; rnakabo@umu.ac.ug +256 776 802981
  • UAC- Michel Dossou; michel.dossou@uac.bj +229 97 54 27 44
  • UoZ- Dr Blessing Magonziwa; blessing.magonziwa21@alumni.colostate.edu. +263 775990146
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Job Opportunity at MakSBSREC: Assistant Administrative Officer

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The Davies Lecture Theatre (Right), School of Biomedical Sciences (Blue) and other buildings at the College of Health Sciences (CHS), Mulago Campus, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Makerere University is pleased to announce a vacancy for the position of Assistant Administrative Officer (REC Administrator) within the School of Biomedical Sciences Research Ethics Committee (MakSBSREC). This is an excellent opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute to the ethical oversight of research involving human participants.

Position Details:

  • Job Title: Assistant Administrative Officer (REC Administrator) – MakSBSREC
  • Reports to: Chairperson MakSBSREC
  • Engagement: Full-time
  • Duration: 1 Year, renewable upon satisfactory performance
  • Duty Station: Kampala

Qualifications, Desired Skills, and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Medicine and Surgery, Ethics and Human Rights, or any related field.
  • Master’s degree in Bioethics (an added advantage).
  • Up-to-date training in Human Subject Protection or Good Clinical Practice.
  • Proficiency in English (both spoken and written).
  • Prior experience in regulatory work in research studies or projects.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.

How to Apply:

Qualified and interested candidates are invited to submit a soft copy of their application documents and a motivation letter to deansbs.chs@mak.ac.ug with the subject line “Application for the position of Assistant Administrative Officer (REC Administrator)”. Address your application to the Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences.

Deadline for submission: July 2, 2024, by 5:00 pm Ugandan time.

Please provide a reliable 24-hour phone contact. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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