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Prof. Ireeta Tumps Winston, PhD
Position: Principal
Phone: +256 752 272 366
Email: ireeta@physics.mak.ac.ug
Categories: Leaderhsip, Teaching Staff
Location: Physics, School of Physical Sciences
Biography
Prof. Winston Ireeta Tumbs has been teaching undergraduate courses, namely Properties of Matter, Electromagnetism, Electronics and Instrumentation, Nuclear Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics, Fibre Optics and Microwaves, Electricity and 3 Magnetism and Waves and Optics and also conducted Electronics practicals for third-year students.
The postgraduate courses taught include Signal Processing and Microprocessors, Fibre Optical Communication, Research Methods, Mathematical Physics, Photovoltaics, and Renewable Energy Physics.
Education
- Ph.D. (Physics) (Cum Laude) from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU), an. 2009 – Dec. 2010
- M.Sc. (Physics) from Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Aug. 2003 – June 2005
- B.Sc. (2nd Class Upper, C.G.P.A 4.37 out of 5.0) from Makerere University, Sept. 1998 -June 2001
Publications
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Prof. Ireeta Winston Tumbs has widely published in a number of both national and international Journals
Prof. Ireeta Tumps Winston, PhD
Principal
Assoc. Prof. Juma Kasozi, PhD
Position: Deputy Principal
Categories: Leaderhsip, Teaching Staff
Location: Mathematics, School of Physical Sciences
Biography
Research Interests: Insurance Mathematics and Financial Mathematics. Numerical methods and Optimisation techniques in risk theory, probability of ruin, dividends, Re-insurance, Investments, Pension schemes, Life and Non-Life insurance. ODeL (Open, Distance and eLearning).
Publications
Assoc. Prof. Juma Kasozi, PhD
Deputy Principal
Prof. Michael Owor, PhD
Position: Dean, School of Physical Sciences (SPS)
Phone: +256 ### ### ###
Email: staffthree@email.com
Categories: Leaderhsip
Location: Physics, School of Physical Sciences
Biography
Professional interests: I have over 20 years professional and research experience using tools such as site measurements, remote sensing, GIS, isotopes and geophysics to develop groundwater and to evaluate and map out environmental influences and impacts on water resources. My career goal is to contribute to the availability of safe-water and hygiene for food security, health, socio-economics, etc. under conditions of climate change/variability
Education
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2006 – 2010, PhD Groundwater-surface water interactions, University College London, UK
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2002 – 2006, PhD Environmental Geohydrology, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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1998 – 2000, MSc Water Resource Surveys (Distinction), ITC, Enschede, The Netherlands
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1991 – 1994, BSc Geology and Chemistry (2.1 Hons), Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
Publications
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He has published widely.
Prof. Michael Owor, PhD
Dean, School of Physical Sciences (SPS)
Assoc. Prof. Arthur K. Tugume, PhD
Position: Dean, School of Biosciences
Categories: Leaderhsip
Location: School of Biosciences
Biography
Dr. Arthur Tugume is a Ugandan scientist based at Makerere University, Uganda. He is an Associate Professor of Plant Pathology and Virology at the Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, where he has served in various academic, administrative, and management capacities since 1999. He is a two-time Head and Chair of the Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology (2012-2015 and 2020-2022). He is currently the Dean, School of Biosciences in the College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University (2022-2026).
Dr. Tugume holds a PhD in Plant Pathology from the University of Helsinki, Finland (2010). He also holds an M.Sc in Agriculture (Crop Science) (2003) and B.Sc (Botany and Biochemistry) (1999) both from Makerere University. Dr. Tugume is involved in scientific research with collaborative networks in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Finland, Czech Republic, Poland, Japan, Germany, UK and USA. He has been a PI, Co-investigator, Coordinator, Champion, or Scientific advisor of projects with budgets ranges of US$18,000 to US$6.2million. For details, see the list of on-going and past projects below.
Dr. Tugume’s research group works on plant-pathogen interactions, associated biotic stresses and disease management on crop commodities sweetpotato, cassava, banana, watermelons, and pumpkins. They focus on virus ecology, evolution, diagnostics, vector transmission, agro-ecosystem disease dynamics in these crops, and banana xanthomonas wilt pathosystem evolution. In addition, he is interested in sexual reproductive development of vegetatively propagated crops (banana, cassava and sweetpotato). For details, please see the list of publications below.
Dr. Tugume has over 30 scientific publications in international peer-reviewed journals generated in 12 years (2008-2022). He is an author, reviewer, and an editor. He is has supervised, mentored and/or examined 10 PhDs, 12 MSc, and over 30 BSc students’ research work. He has kin interest in science leadership and is fond of raising and motivating early career scientists, which is reminiscent of his broad reach in the crop commodities and subject themes of plant pathology, virology and sexual and vegetative reproductive development. Lately, he is at the helm of designing recommendations to Uganda government of Uganda on strategies for integrating science, technology and innovations (STIs) as a catalyst for national economic transformation and development.
Education
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PhD in Plant Pathology from the University of Helsinki, Finland (2010)
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M.Sc in Agriculture (Crop Science) from Makerere University (2003)
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B.Sc (Botany and Biochemistry) from Makerere University (1999)
Publications
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Dr. Tugume has over 30 scientific publications in international peer-reviewed journals generated in 12 years (2008-2022). He is an author, reviewer, and an editor
Assoc. Prof. Arthur K. Tugume, PhD
Dean, School of Biosciences
Dr. Agnes Nandutu Masawi, PhD
Position: Head, Department of Biochemistry and Systems Biology
Phone: +256 782 807 027
Email: agnes.nandutu@mak.ac.ug
Categories: Leaderhsip, Teaching Staff
Location: Biochemistry, Sports Science
Biography
Dr. Nandutu is a Senior Lecturer, teaching the subject of Biochemistry to Science, Veterinary and Medical students at Makerere University. Dr. Nandutu’s research areas of interest include Food chemistry, food safety, scientific validation of medicinal plants, phytochemical and antioxidant evaluation and starch chemistry. Her PhD study involved investigating Biochemical, physico-chemical and Nutritional properties of sweet potato ( Ipomomea batatas Lam) and its processing into an infant weaning food. The sweet potato-based infant food developed in this study had the potential to be used as weaning food because of its nutritional values and viscoelastic properties, which compared well with commercial baby foods.
In addition to teaching, Agnes has supervised over 12 MSc. and 4 PhD students and published several articles in refereed journals. She has participated in several projects, but not limited to what is listed below:
Education
- PhD. Food Chemistry and Nutrition, University of Surrey, UK, 2005
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M.Sc. Biochemistry, Makerere University, 1998
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B.Sc. Biochemistry and Chemistry, Makerere University, 1994
Publications
- Mary Namwanje, Agnes Nandutu Masawi, Margaret Masette, Esther Babirekere, Godfrey Kawooya Kubiriza, Jackson Efitre, Kashub S Tumwesigye, Nathan Muchwa Semwanga, Robinson Odongo “Silver Cyprinid Fish-Enriched Snack for Pregnant Women’s Nutrient Supplementation” has been published in the Research Journal of Food and Nutrition. ISSN: 2637-5583 | Volume 8, Issue 1, 2025
- Biryomumaisho Justus Murokore, Peter Vuzi California, Raphael Wangalwa, Alex Paul Wacoo Clement Olusoji Ajayi, Hannington Gumisiriza,A gnes Nandutu Masawi ( 2023): “Effect of Extraction Period on Total Phenolics, Total Flavonoids, and Antioxidant Capacity of Ugandan Camellia sinensis (L) Kuntze, Black Primary Grades and Green Tea,” Journal of Food Quality, vol. 2023, Article ID 3504280, 8 pages, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1155/2023/3504280.
- Biryomumaisho Justus Murokore, Raphael Wangalwa, Alex Paul Wacoo Clement Olusoji Ajayi, Hannington Gumisiriza, Agnes Nandutu Masawi Peter Vuzi California (2023.) “Aflatoxin Susceptible Food Consumption Frequency, Prevalence, and Levels in Household Foodstuffs in Southwestern Uganda,” Journal of Food Quality, vol. 2023, Article ID 4769432, 7 pages, https://doi.org/10.1155/2023/4769432.Agwaya M.S, Nandutu A.M* and Vuzi P.C ( 2016). Protective Effects of Zanthoxylum chalybeum in Diabetes-induced Myocardial Dysfunction in Rats, published in the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, Volume 12(1).
- Moses Solomon Agwaya, Peter California Vuzi, and Agnes Masawi Nandutu *( 2016). Hypoglycemic Activity of Aqueous Root Bark Extract Zanthoxylum chalybeum in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats published in Journal of Diabetes Research volume 2016, article ID 8727590 5 pages, 2016. doi:10.1155/2016/8727590.
Below is a list of research projects that Dr. Nandutu Agnes Masawi has participated in:
- Retention studies of processed products from orange-fleshed sweet potato, a staple food for rural communities in Uganda. This was a collaborative study with HarvestPlus and was supported by IFPRI and CIAT
- Biochemical analysis of vitamin A, iron and infection status among women and children in Uganda: a baseline survey. A collaborative study with HarvestPlus supported by IFPRI and CIAT
- Postharvest quality of Solanum aethiopicum leafy vegetable subjected to various handling and storage technologies.
- The protective properties of different phytochemicals against non-infectious diseases such as diabetes mellitus.
- Currently involved in the Eco-innovative Technologies for improved Nutrition, sustainable Production and Marketing of Agro-ecological Food products in Africa (Innoecofood).
Grants Obtained
2008: Biochemical analysis of vitamin A, iron and infection status among women and children in Uganda: a baseline survey. This is also a collaborative study with HarvestPlus supported by IFPRI and CIAT given USD150,000
2008: Targeting Gene-based Markers Associated with Drought Tolerance Mechanisms for cassava breeding Supported by Millenium Science Initiative (MSI) (World Bank) but working on the biochemical aspects. We were given USD 250,000
2024: Assessing feasibility, acceptability and utility of Tuberclosis-Molecular Bacterial Load Assay for monitoring TB treatment in three HIV clinics in Kampala (PI) funded by MAkRiF
2024 Eco-innovative Technologies for improved Nutrition, sustainable production and Marketing of Agro-ecological Food products in Africa (Innoecofood) funded European Union.
Dr. Agnes Nandutu Masawi, PhD
Head, Department of Biochemistry and Systems Biology
Dr. Arthur Godfrey BATTE, PhD
Position: Head Department of Geology and Petroleum Studies
Phone: +256 775 929 921
Email: arthur.batte@mak.ac.ug
Categories: Leaderhsip, Teaching Staff
Location: Geology & Petroleum Studies
Biography
Dr. Arthur Godfrey Batte is a distinguished Senior Lecturer and the Head of the Department of Geology and Petroleum Studies at Makerere University. With over 15 years of expertise in academia and research, Dr. Batte brings a wealth of knowledge to his field. He holds a BSc (Geology/Chemistry) from Makerere University, a Master of Science in Geology also from Makerere University, a Master in Geoinformation Science and Earth Observation from the International Institute from Geoinformation Science and Earth Observations, ITC which is now integrated into the University of Twente, The Netherlands, and a PhD in Geosciences from Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany, . A specialist in seismology, Dr. Batte has made significant contributions to the study of seismic activity in the Albertine Rift. His research has advanced the understanding of tectonic and magmatic processes in the region, providing critical insights for both academic and practical applications. Additionally, he has guided and supervised numerous graduate research projects focused on the hydrocarbon potential of the Albertine Rift, playing a pivotal role in supporting Uganda’s resource exploration and sustainable development efforts.
Education
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• Dr. Phil. Nat. (Natural Sciences), Institute for Geosciences, University of Frankfurt, Germany
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• Master (Geoinformatics), The International Institute for Geo-information Science and Earth Observations, ITC, Netherlands
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• MSc (Geology), Makerere University
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• BSc (Geology), Makerere University
Publications
• Zhang Xin, Justin Jordan Pidho, Arthur Godfrey Batte, Mukiibi Ssewannyaga Ivan, Chuanliang Yan,Yuanfang Cheng (2024). Mechanisms of Near-Wellbore Fracture Growth Considering the Presence of Cement Sheath Microcracks and Their Implications on Wellbore Stability, Engineering Fracture Mechanics Vol 309, 110422, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engfracmech.2024.110422
• D.S. Dawoud, and A.G. Batte (2024). Dictionary of Scientific Quantities, Volume I. Oxford Book Writers
• D.S. Dawoud, and A.G. Batte (2024). Dictionary of Scientific Units of Measurements, Volume II. Oxford Book Writers
• J.J. Pidho, Y. Cheng, A.G. Batte, C. Yan, and I.S. Mukiibi, (2023). Activation of Natural Fractures during Hydraulic Fracturing in Elastoplastic Jointed Rocks, Engineering Fracture Mechanics, Vol 290 109502, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engfracmech.2023.109502.
• J.J. Pidho, A.G. Batte, M.J. Altammar, Y. Cheng, I.S. Mukiibi, and C. Yan (2023). Inclusion of anisotropy in understanding rock deformation and inter-well fracture growth in layered formation through CZM based XFEM, Vol 227, 211663, Geoenergy Science and Engineering, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.geoen.2023.211863
• A.G. Batte, A. Schumann, and E.M. Twesigomwe (2021). Seismic anisotropy accrued by seven unusually deep local earthquakes (between 50 and 60km) in the Albertine Rift: Implications of asthenospheric melt upwelling. J. Seismol. 25(3): 921-936
• A.G. Batte and G. Rümpker. (2019). Spatial mapping of b-value heterogeneity beneath the Rwenzori region, Albertine rift: evidence of magmatic intrusions. J. Volcan. Geothem. Res. 831:238-245
• B. Homuth, U. Löbl, A.G. Batte, K. Link, C.M. Kasereka, and G. Rümpker. (2016). Seismic anisotropy of the lithosphere/asthenosphere system beneath the Rwenzori region of the Albertine Rift. Int. J. Earth Sci. 105:1681-1692
• M. Gummert, M. Lindenfeld, I. Wölbern, G. Rümpker, K. Celestin, and A.G. Batte. (2015). Crustal structure and high-resolution Moho topography across the Rwenzori region (Albertine rift) from P-receiver functions. Geol. Soc. Lon. Spec. Publ., 420:69-82
• A.G. Batte, Rümpker, G., Lindenfeld, M., and Schumann, A. (2014). Structurally controlled seismic anisotropy above small earthquakes in crustal rocks beneath the Rwenzori region, Albertine rift, Uganda. J. African Earth Sci. 100:579-585
• Lindenfeld, M., Rümpker, G., Batte, A.G., and Schumann, A. (2012). Seismicity from February 2006 to September 2007 at the Rwenzori Mountains, East African Rift: earthquake distribution, magnitudes and source mechanisms. Solid Earth, 3:251-264.
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• Lindenfeld, M., Rümpker, G., Link, K., Koehn, D., and Batte, A.G. (2012). Fluid triggered earthquake swarms in the Rwenzori region, East African Rift Evidence for rift initiation. 8/14/2014 Tectonophysics, 566:95-104.
• A.G. Batte, E. Barifaijo, J.M. Kiberu, W. Kawule, A. Muwanga, M. Owor, and J. Kisekulo. (2010). Correlation of Geoelectric data with aquifer parameters to delineate groundwater potential of hard rock terrain in central Uganda. J. Pure. Appl. Geophys., 167:1549-1559.
• A.G. Batte, A. Muwanga, P.W. Sigrist and M. Owor. (2008). Vertical Electrical Sounding as an exploration technique to improve on the certainty of groundwater yield in the fractured crystalline basement aquifers of Eastern Uganda. Hydrogeology. 16:1683-1693.
Mentorship / Supervision
• Peggy Kulyanyingi : Analysis of mantle xenolith to probe the dynamic evolution of the lithospheric mantle beneath the Katwe Kikorongo volcanic field, southwestern Uganda. (PhD in Geology: Under supervision)
• Mark Karokora: Transitioning from Conventional Geophysical Interpretation to Artificial Intelligence-Driven Seismic Characterization of the Semiliki Basin, Western Uganda. (PhD in Petroleum Geosciences: Under supervision)
• Musa Kodi Esmat: Integrated Reservoir Characterization of the Middle Jurassic Plover Formation, Browse Basin, NW Shelf Australia using Seismic Sedimentology, Petrophysical analysis and Analogue Sandbox modelling Strategies. (PhD in Petroleum Geosciences: Under supervision)
• Jok William Nyok: The petrophysical heterogeneity of Reservoir(s) of Moleeta Oilfield, Melut Basin, South Sudan. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Under supervision)
• Kenyi Karen: Investigating the lateral sealing ability of the Yabus Formation Melut basin, South Sudan. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Under supervision)
• Katana Ritah: Analyzing the Stratigraphic detail of Thin Beds Interbedding in the Lake Edward- George Basin EA4: Case Study: The South-Eastern Lakes George -Edward Basin. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Completed)
• Ttendo Kabuye Aaron: Intergrated 3D Facies Modelling of the Makondo Fault Zone, Semliki Basin, Western Uganda. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Graduated)
• Kaloli Namukowa: Validation of Direct Hydrocarbon Indicators for Assessment of the Turaco Prospect in the Semliki Basin, Western Uganda. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Under supervision).
• Karokola Mark: Identification of Geologic Zones Prone to Stuck Pipe Hazards in the Semliki Basin, Western Uganda. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Graduated)
• Silvia Igale Francis: Structural Complexity of the Semliki Basin and its Potential Influence on the Petroleum Processes. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Graduated 2020)
• Firminus Mugumya: Delineation of Fault Features in the Semliki Basin Using 3D Seismic Attributes. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Graduated 2018)
• Winfred Kataike: Detection of Potential Hydrocarbon Traps in the Semliki Basin using Gravity and Magnetic data. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Graduated 2017)
• Sserunjogi Joseph: Reservoir Characterization Using Stochastic Inversion of 3D Seismic Data in the Turaco Prospect Area, Western Uganda. (MSc in Petroleum Geosciences: Graduated 2017)
• Titus T. M. M. Draleke: Groundwater Physical and Hydrochemical Characteristics of the Weathered Crystalline Rock Aquifers in Kamuli District, Eastern Uganda. (MSc in Geology: Graduated 2016)
For a detailed CV, please click here
Dr. Arthur Godfrey BATTE, PhD
Head Department of Geology and Petroleum Studies
Dr Emmanuel Tebandeke, PhD
Position: Head of Chemistry Department
Phone: +256 752 592 655
Email: emmanuel.tebandeke@mak.ac.ug
Categories: Leaderhsip
Location: Chemistry
Research Interest
Emmanuel Tebandeke is the Leader of the Green Chemistry Research Group at the Department of Chemistry. Part of our work in the Group is focused on development of catalytic systems for the conversion of CO2 into useful chemicals. In this work we are testing both homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts for CO2 activation and insertion into organic molecules. We also have interest in designing innovative technologies for remediation of mercury contaminated soils in artisanal and small-scale gold mining areas of Uganda. Other ongoing research in the group include catalytic oxidation using green oxidants, metal and nutrient speciation in different environmental systems, environmental pollution monitoring and analytical method development and validation.
Biography
Emmanuel Tebandeke holds B.Sc in Chemistry and Geology, MSc in Chemistry and PhD in Chemistry from Makerere University. He also holds a Licentiate of Philosophy in Inorganic Chemistry from Lund University Sweden. Currently he is holding a Position of Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, Makerere University, where he is actively involved in teaching and research.
Education
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Licentiate of Philosophy in Inorganic Chemistry from Lund University Sweden.
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MSc in Chemistry and PhD in Chemistry from Makerere University
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B.Sc in Chemistry and Geology
Dr Emmanuel Tebandeke, PhD
Head of Chemistry Department
Dr Jamilu Ssenku, PhD
Position: Head, Dept of Plant Sciences Microbiology & Biotechnology
Phone: +256 772 494 949
Categories: Leaderhsip, Teaching Staff
Location: Plant Sciences & Biotechnology
Research Interests
Phytoremediation, Restoration of Mine waste Degraded Ecosystems, Climate change and food security, Political Ecology and Economy of Extractivitism and Hydrosocial Territories
Biography
Education
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Ph.D
Dr Jamilu Ssenku, PhD
Head, Dept of Plant Sciences Microbiology & Biotechnology
Dr Godfrey Kawooya Kubiriza, PhD
Position: Head, Department of Zoology, Entomology and Fisheries Sciences
Phone: +256 772 294 240
Email: orkubirizag@gmail.com
Categories: Leaderhsip, Teaching Staff
Location: Zoology, Entomology & Fisheries
Research Interest
Research interests: Ornithological Research in general, Birds and public health, Wildlife surveys and assessments, Wildlife utilisation, Environmental Impact Assessments and development Vs wildlife conservation
Brief Background
Dr. Kubiriza holds a BSc (Hons) degree in Fisheries and Aquaculture from Makerere University, a postgraduate diploma in Sustainable Aquaculture Management from the United Nations University-Fisheries Training programe-Iceland, an MSc degree in Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences, specializing in Fish Nutrition from the University of Malawi (Bunda College of Agriculture) and a PhD in Aquaculture Sciences with a bias in fish Nutrition from the University of Iceland (HI), Reykjavik, Iceland. He is a fellow of the United Nations University Fisheries training Programme (UNUFTP), a member of the International Institute of Fisheries Economics & Trade (IIFET), the World Aquaculture Society and International Association of Fisheries Inspectors (IAFAI).
His PhD thesis examined “The effects of dietary lipid oxidation on farmed fish.” Specifically, the effects of lipid oxidation on Arctic charr and the tropical Nile tilapia, as well as the efficacy of the natural antioxidants (rosemary: Rosmarinus officinalis and Bladderwrack: Fucus vesiculosus) in stabilizing lipid oxidation in fish feeds were evaluated. Growth and antioxidant enzyme activities in fish fed antioxidants were studied. These findings are published in conference proceedings and peer reviewed journals.
In the department, He collaborate on other projects as a fish nutritionist on the RUFORUM funded-bivalve for fish project that utilizes bivalves in aquafeeds. In the STRECAFISH project funded by the Austrian government, He teaches Fish nutrition to MSc and PhD students in partnering universities. He is a co-investigator on the Collaborative Training and Research in fisheries and aquaculture in East and Central Africa. He is interested in novel studies investigating alternative protein sources to replace the expensive fishmeal from fish feeds. He has particular interests in the use of natural antioxidants to stabilize lipid oxidation in livestock (including fish) feeds as well as examining their effects on farmed fish. He is kin at providing support to sustainable commercialization of aquaculture in Uganda, and East Africa in general through aquafeed research. Currently, He is investigating the possibilities of developing locally adoptable technologies to process and utilize chicken slaughter-house and hatchery wastes as nutrient-rich protein ingredients in aquafeeds.
Education
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MSc
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BSc
Dr Godfrey Kawooya Kubiriza, PhD
Head, Department of Zoology, Entomology and Fisheries Sciences
Dr. Geoffrey Ismail Mirumbe, PhD
Position: Head of Department / Senior Lecturer
Phone: +256782353552
Email: ismail.mirumbe@mak.ac.ug
Categories: Leaderhsip, Teaching Staff
Location: Mathematics, School of Physical Sciences
Dr. Geoffrey Ismail Mirumbe, PhD
Head of Department / Senior Lecturer
Dr. Okello Denis, PhD
Position: Head Department of Physics / Senior Lecturer
Phone: +256772579403
Categories: Leaderhsip, Teaching Staff
Location: Physics, School of Physical Sciences
Short Biography
Dr Denis Okello is a Ugandan Scientist based at Makerere University. He is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Physics and he is the current Head of Department of Physics (January 2022- January 2026).
Dr Okello holds a PhD in Physics from Makerere University (2013). He also holds an MSc Physics from NTNU and BSc from Makerere University. He has taught a number of Physics courses both at Undergraduate and Master’s level.
Dr. Okello is involved in scientific research with collaborative networks in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Zambia, Norway, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Mozambique. He has coordinated a number of projects as PI and Co-PI.
Recently they have concentrated their research on energy storage materials for solar cooking applications.
Since 2014, Dr. Okello has published over 20 scientific papers in international peer-reviewed journals. He is also an author and reviewer in many journals. He has supervised 4 Ph.D. and 12 M.Sc. students to completion.
Education Background
PhD in Physics from Makerere University (2013)
MSc in Physics from NTNU
BSc in physics from Makerere University.
Publications
i. Chaciga, J., Nyeinga, K., Okello, D., & Nydal, O. J. (2024). Design and experimental analysis on a single tank energy storage system integrated with a cooking unit using funnel system. Journal of Energy Storage, 79, 110163.
ii. Chaciga, J., Okello, D., Nyeinga, K., & Nydal, O. J. (2025). Experimental analysis on a solar photovoltaic indoor cooker integrated with an energy storage system: A positive step towards clean cooking transition for Sub-Saharan Africa. Solar Compass, 100109.
iii. Katongole, D. N., Nyeinga, K., Okello, D., Mukiibi, D., Mubiru, J., & Kisira, Y. (2024). Empowering the solar energy landscape: The techno-economic analysis of grid-connected PV power plants in Uganda. Energy for Sustainable Development, 82, 101544.
iv. Komakech, I., Okello, D., Kavuma, A., Abal, B., & Wygoda, A. (2025). Validation of clearcalc for efficient patient specific QA. Medical Dosimetry.
v. Komakech, I., Okello, D., Kavuma, A., Orem, J., Tagoe, S. N. A., & Wygoda, A. (2024). Errors in manual radiotherapy treatment procedures and their evolution in a low resource setting: Uganda’s experience. Physica Medica, 118, 103212.
vi. Katongole, D. N., Nyeinga, K., Okello, D., Mukiibi, D., Mubiru, J., & Kisira, Y. (2023). Spatial and Temporal Solar Potential Variation Analysis in Uganda Using Measured Data. Tanzania Journal of Science, 49(1), 1-14.
vii. Olanya, A., Okello, D., Oruru, B., & Kisolo, A. (2023). Natural Radioactivity Levels and Radiogenic Heat Production in River Sediments from Gulu and Amuru Districts, Northern Uganda.
viii. Okello, D., Omony, R., Nyeinga, K., & Chaciga, J. (2022). Performance Analysis of Thermal Energy Storage System Integrated with a Cooking Unit. Energies, 15(23), 9092.
ix. Kajumba, P. K., Okello, D., Nyeinga, K., & Nydal, O. J. (2022). Assessment of the energy needs for cooking local food in Uganda: A strategy for sizing thermal energy storage with cooker system. Energy for Sustainable Development, 67, 67-80
x. Okello, A., Owuor, B. O., Namukobe, J., Okello, D., & Mwabora, J. (2022). Influence of the pH of anthocyanins on the efficiency of dye sensitized solar cells. Heliyon, 8(7), e09921.
xi. Olanya, A., Okello, D., Oruru, B., & Kisolo, A. (2022). The primordial radionuclides activity concentrations and associated minerals in rocks from selected Quarries in northern Uganda. International Journal of Sciences: Basic and Applied Research (IJSBAR), 66(1), 45-65.
xii. Tusiime, S., Nyeinga, K., Okello, D., & Nydal, O. J. (2022). Performance Investigations of the Charging and Discharging Processes in a 3-Tank Thermal Energy Storage System. Tanzania Journal of Science, 48(4), 727-740.
xiii. Bwayo, E., Okullo, W., Mukiibi, D., Okello, D., Lugolole, R., & Ireeta, T. W. (2021). Dependence of reflectance on angular deposition and film thickness of ZnS/Ag nanolayers. Engineering and Applied Science Letters, 4(4), 26-42.
xiv. Alex Okello, Brian Owino Owuor, Jane Namukobe, Denis Okello, Julius Mwabora
Influence of concentration of anthocyanins on electron transport in dye-sensitized solar cells. Heliyon (2021 V0, https://doi.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e06571
xv. Pamella K. Kajumba, Denis Okello, Karidewa Nyeinga, Ole J. Nydal. Experimental investigation of a cooking unit integrated with a thermal energy storage system. Journal of Energy Storage, 32 (2020). doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2020.101949
xvi. Mavuto H. Banda, Karidewa Nyeinga, Denis Okello. Performance evaluation of 830 kWp grid-connected photovoltaic power plant at Kamuzu International Airport-Malawi. Energy for Sustainable Development 51 (2019) 50–55. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.esd.2019.05.005
xvii. Robert Lugolole, Ashmore Mawire, Denis Okello, Katlego A. Lentswe, Karidewa Nyeinga,Adedamola B. Shobo. Experimental analyses of sensible heat thermal energy storage systems during discharging, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments 35 (2019) 117–130
xviii. R. Lugolole, A. Mawire, K.A. Lentswe, D. Okello, Karidewa Nyeinga (2018) Thermal performance comparison of three Sunflower Oil based sensible heat thermal energy storage systems during charging cycles. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessment. Volume 30, December 2018, Pages 37-51. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2018.09.002
xix. Shobo A.B., Mawire A., Okello D. (2017). Experimental thermal stratification comparison of two storage systems. 9th International Conference on Applied Energy, ICAE2017, 21-24 August 2017, Cardiff, UK, Energy Procedia (142) 3295-3300. doi.org/10.1016/J.EGYPRO.2017.12.460
xx. Tabu Bernard, Karidewa Nyeinga, Jimmy Chaciga, Denis Okello. Thermal performance of selected oils in Uganda for indirect solar domestic cooking applications. Tanzania Journal of Sciences, 2018.
xxi. Karidewa Nyeinga, Ole J. Nydal, Denis Okello, and Eldad J. K.B. Banda. 2016. Dynamic model of a small scale concentrating solar cooker with rock bed heat storage. Journal of Energy in Southern Africa; Vol.27, No.1, pp.20-27.
xxii. Denis Okello, Ole J. Nydal, Karidewa Nyeinga and Eldad J. K. Banda. 2016. Experimental investigation on heat extraction from a rock bed heat storage system for cooking applications. Journal of Energy in Southern Africa; Vol.27, No.2, pp.30-37.
xxiii. D. Okello, E.E.van Dyk, F.J. Vorster. Analysis of measured and simulated performance data of a 3.2 kWp grid-connected PV system in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, Energy Conversion & Management, 100: 10-15, 2015
xxiv. Denis Okello, Choo W. Foong, Ole J. Nydal, and Eldad J.K. Banda. An experimental investigation on the combined use of phase change material and rock particles for high temperature (350oC) heat storage. Energy Conversion and Management, 79: 1 – 8, 2014.
xxv. Denis Okello, Ole J. Nydal, and Eldad J.K. Banda. Experimental investigation of thermal de-stratification in rock bed TES systems for high temperature applications. Energy Conversion. Mgmt, 86:125-131, 2014.
Projects /Grants
UGA 01: Material Sciences and Solar Energy (PI)
ENET: Energy Technology Network (Co-PI)
The detailed CV can be accessed here