Engineering, Art & Tech

Launching Two Innovations to Aid Fight Against COVID-19

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5 years ago

August 28, 2020

Mark Wamai

The 3D printers make clasps for biodegradable face shields during the launch event on 28th August 2020 in the Main Hall, Makerere University. The 3D printers will be used to make components for the Bulamu Ventilator, another innovation in the fight against COVID-19.

It was a busy day at Makerere today with the launch of two new innovations; the 3D printing of a biodegradable facial shield/mask and the thermal imaging technology for detection of Covid-19. These two innovations have great potential in fighting the spread of the coronavirus and other infectious diseases.

I congratulate Prof. Noble Banadda from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) and his team on these cutting edge innovations. The two innovations come on the heels of the launch of the Touchless Handwashing Kit (TW-20), a project led by Dr. Bernard Wanyama of CAES, whose target is also the fight against COVID-19.

At today’s launch of the innovations, I particularly made a call to our colleagues in Tourism to study the current challenges facing our tourism industry and come up with innovations to help revive the industry.

I thank our partners including Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) and the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) for gracing the launch.

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CEDAT Open Day Conference Addresses Green Skills for Green Jobs

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2 weeks ago

March 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

The College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT) successfully hosted its 2025 Open Day on March 13th and 14th, bringing together students, industry leaders, and policymakers to champion sustainability and innovation. Organized by the Makerere Engineering Students Association (MES), the event aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and highlighted the pivotal role of green skills in shaping a sustainable future.

Dubbed “The CEDAT Open Day and Exhibition,” the event was aimed to empower students, enhance collaboration between academia and industry, and raise public awareness about green skills and their role in shaping a sustainable future. It also aimed to bridge the gap between students and private sector companies, providing a platform for budding engineers to showcase their creativity, connect with professionals, and gain insights into the evolving green economy. Interactive workshops and panel discussions were an avenue to further fuel innovation and inspire actionable solutions to environmental and related challenges.

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Engineering, Art & Tech

More highlights of the 2025 CEDAT Open Day

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2 weeks ago

March 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

Day 2 of the 2025 CEDAT Open, themed “Green Skills for a Sustainable Future”. Following the successful conclusion of Day 1, which celebrated participants of the Cadence Innovation Award.

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Opening Ceremony: Led by the organizers, patrons, and student association leadership.

Industry Engagements: Companies like SogeaSatom, ATC Uganda, Cadence Design Systems, UIPE, and UETCL shared insights on engineering, innovation, and sustainability in Uganda.

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Call for Applications; Makerere University – University of Groningen Erasmus+ Programme (2021 – 2027)

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1 month ago

February 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

Don’t miss the chance to apply for the Erasmus+ ICM scholarships from the University of Groningen! Four scholarships available for any discipline, with a 90-day mobility period. Apply by 27 March 2025!

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