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Prof. Tonny Oyana and Prof. Robert Wamala with participants at the close of the GRRP Training on 24th July 2026. Closing Ceremony of the three-day Good Research Regulatory Practice (GRRP) Course for members of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) from Makerere University and other institutions organized by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP) at Makerere University in partnership with the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST), 24th July 2026, MakSPH Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

UNCST Accredits Over 90 Makerere Staff in Good Research Review Practice

The Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST) on 24th July 2026 accredited over 90 Senior Academic Members of staff that form Makerere University‘s Research...

Participants pose for a group photo on Day One of the Good Research Regulatory Practice (GRRP) Course for members of Research Ethics Committees (RECs). Day one of the three-day Good Research Regulatory Practice (GRRP) Course for members of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) from Makerere University and other institutions organized by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP) at Makerere University in partnership with the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST), 22nd July 2026, Senate Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Research5 days ago

Uganda Strengthens Research Ethics Oversight as Makerere and UNCST Equip Ethics Committees for Emerging Scientific Challenges

By Moses Lutaaya Kampala, Uganda — July 22, 2026 Uganda’s research sector is preparing for a new era of scientific advancement as emerging fields such as...

Seated: Prof. Sarah Ssali (2nd L) and Prof. Robert Wamala (2nd R) with Chairpersons of Research Ethics Committees on 25th May 2026. High-level meeting between University Management and Chairpersons of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) held in the Vice Chancellor’s Boardroom, Makerere University Main building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on May 25, 2026.

General2 months ago

Makerere University Pushes for Stronger Support for Research Ethics Committees amid Growing Research Demands

By Moses Lutaaya Makerere University has intensified efforts to strengthen research governance and ethical oversight, with university leaders calling for greater institutional support for Research Ethics...

A screenshot of some of the speakers at the high-level webinar. A high-level webinar hosted by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships in collaboration with the Directorate of Graduate Training at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa reinforces urgent need for early engagement with research ethics, drawing over 500 participants in attendance and close to 980 registrations to discuss ethical approval processes and responsible research conduct, 9th April 2026.

Research4 months ago

“Start with Ethics”: Makerere Webinar Rallies Researchers to Prioritize Ethical Approval from Day One

By Moses Lutaaya Kampala — A high-level webinar hosted by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships in collaboration with the Directorate of Graduate Training at...

High-level workshop of regulators, academic leaders, and research ethics committees focused on improving coordination, efficiency, and accountability in research oversight, 19th March 2026, Conference Room, School of Business, CoBAMS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Research4 months ago

Makerere Strengthens Research Ethics as Leaders Call for Reforms in Governance, Integrity, and Student Support

By Moses Lutaaya KAMPALA — Leaders at Makerere University have renewed calls to strengthen research ethics, governance, and integrity systems, as the institution positions itself as...

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UNCST Accredits Over 90 Makerere Staff in Good Research Review Practice

Uganda Strengthens Research Ethics Oversight as Makerere and UNCST Equip Ethics Committees for Emerging Scientific Challenges

Makerere University Pushes for Stronger Support for Research Ethics Committees amid Growing Research Demands

“Start with Ethics”: Makerere Webinar Rallies Researchers to Prioritize Ethical Approval from Day One

Makerere Strengthens Research Ethics as Leaders Call for Reforms in Governance, Integrity, and Student Support

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