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May 18, 2023By

Mak Scientists Unveil New Method of Measuring Stress Levels in Plants

Just like animals and human beings, plants too can be stressed. Whereas one may easily detect stress in animals and humans basing on their behavior, plant “behavior” is not easy...
May 18, 2023By

New study highlights challenges to pumpkin and watermelon production in Uganda

A new study published in the CABI Agriculture and Bioscience journal highlights that pests, diseases, and drought, are the main challenges to pumpkin and watermelon production in Uganda. A range of recommendations...
May 18, 2023By

CoNAS contributes towards Mak@100 celebrations

The Principal of CoNAS, Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta (L) hands over the cash contribution to the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe The Principal, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), Prof. Winston...
May 16, 2023By

72nd Graduation Ceremony: CoNAS presents 268 graduands with a record 17 PhDs

Staff from the Colleges of Natural Sciences, Health Sciences and the School of Law in the Academic Procession on the first day of the 72nd graduation ceremony The 72nd graduation ceremony...
May 16, 2023By

Dr Juma Kasozi appointed Deputy Principal, CoNAS

The Principal of CoNAS, Dr Tumps Winston Ireeta (L) congratulates Dr Juma Kasozi upon his appointment Makerere University Chancellor, Prof. Ezra Suruma has appointed Dr Juma Kasozi, Deputy Principal, College...
May 16, 2023By

Dr Esther Katuura appointed Head, Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology & Biotechnology

Dr Tugume hands over the office laptop to Dr Katuura Dr Esther Katuura has been appointed Head, Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS). She...
May 16, 2023By

CoNAS students win awards at the International Petroleum Technology Conference  

The International Petroleum Technology Conference, IPTC is the flagship multidisciplinary technical event in the Eastern Hemisphere. IPTC is sponsored by four industry organizations and societies namely; the American Association of...
May 16, 2023By

8th Workshop on Solar Photovoltaic Installation & Biogas Production Underway at CoNAS

The Renewable Energy Research Group (RERG) at the Department of Physics, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), Makerere University has been carrying out training programmes on Solar Photovoltaic Installation and Maintenance,...
May 16, 2023By

SIDA Evaluators declare Mathematics Project 2015-2022 best managed

The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) evaluators have declared the SIDA Mathematics Project 2015-2022 under the College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS) the best managed and impactful programme at Makerere...
May 16, 2023By

Petroleum and Geology students engage with industry partners on career opportunities

The Seminar was hosted by the Makerere University Petroleum and Geology Society (MPGS) The Executive of Makerere University Petroleum and Geology Society interacting with the Director, Business Development, Total Energies...
May 16, 2023By

Mak-CoNAS to offer training services to PESCA project

Agriculture is the main economic activity that greatly contributes to the development of Uganda. Hence, its growth is of strategic importance to the country. Despite the improved annual growth rate...
May 16, 2023By

Prof. Muyodi hands over office

The outgoing Deputy Principal, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), Prof. Fredrick Jones Muyodi has today, 7th March 2022 handed over to the Principal, Dr Tumps Winston Ireeta. Prof. Muyodi has served...
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