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The founders of WastePlus Ltd led by Mr. Sinan Kitagenda with their former Lecturers, Dr. Jamilu E. Ssenku (C) and Dr Samuel Ojelel (R) from the Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, as well as Dr Godfrey Kawooya Kubiriza,…
A team of researchers from Makerere University has presented findings of a study on the persistent poor performance in Biology in national examinations to senior officials at the Ministry of Education and Sports. The findings were shared during a dissemination…
ART. 1 – Objectives and features of students’ mobility from Partner Countries to University of Torino (UniTO) The EU Erasmus+ Programme (Erasmus Plus) 2021/2027, launched on January 1st 2021, has introduced significant changes to higher education mobility programmes for students,…
ART. 1 – Objectives and features of students’ mobility from Partner Countries to University of Torino (UniTO) The EU Erasmus+ Programme (Erasmus Plus) 2021/2027, launched on January 1st 2021, has introduced significant changes to higher education mobility programmes for students,…
PI: Prof James Kalema, Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology The Tropical Important Plant Areas (TIPAs) programme identifies critical sites for preserving plant diversity in the tropics. Botanists, ecologists, conservation practitioners, and other key stakeholders across the tropics are working…
Makerere University College of Natural Sciences through the NutriFish Project participated in the Harvest Money Expo held on 18th-20th March 2022 at Kololo Independence Grounds, Kampala. The annual event is an initiative by Vision Group in Kampala, organized with support…
Dr. Alice Nabatanzi, a Lecturer from the Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, School of Biosciences, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS) emerged as best innovator at the Appropriate Technologies Centre (ATC) Expo 2023. Out of over 50 innovations that…
The Vice Chancellor of the University of London, Prof. Wendy Thomson has emphasized the role of higher education in shaping individuals and societies. “Makerere University and the University of London have tens of thousands of talented graduates now contributing to…
NutriFish Product Launch and Dissemination Event Limited access to micronutrient-rich foods and animal protein is a key factor behind nutritional deficiencies in Uganda. It is recommended individuals consume around 25 kg of fish per year; yet, in Uganda, currently only…
*****The project has made great strides in reducing malnutrition amongst vulnerable communities in Uganda by improving the acceptability and consumption of small pelagic fishes (SPFs). SPFs are rich in bioavailable micronutrients including iron, zinc, calcium, vitamin A and essential fatty acids (Omega…