Brian Matovu, BME (@brian_k_matovu) 's Twitter Profile
Brian Matovu, BME

@brian_k_matovu

Biomedical Engineer, Innovator & Researcher, @Makerere | #HealthcareTechnologist l #EPEDStrip | @MATICA_ug | #Farmer

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Makerere University Biomedical Engineering (@makbme) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We were privileged to welcome Prof. @ClinicalMKK) from Heriot-Watt University in March 2025. Prof. Maiwenn delivered a virtual seminar to final-year students enrolled in the Microfluidics, BioMEMS, and BioNEMS program at Makerere University & was moderated by Brian Matovu, BME & Henry Kiwumulo.

We were privileged to welcome Prof. @ClinicalMKK) from <a href="/HeriotWattUni/">Heriot-Watt University</a> in March 2025. Prof. Maiwenn delivered a virtual seminar to final-year students enrolled in the Microfluidics, BioMEMS, and BioNEMS program at <a href="/Makerere/">Makerere University</a> &amp; was moderated by <a href="/brian_k_matovu/">Brian Matovu, BME</a> &amp; Henry Kiwumulo.
Brian Matovu, BME (@brian_k_matovu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The rate of power outages in Kamuli District needs devine intervention. How are labs, hospitals and clinics supposed to be run with this rate? Technologies are getting spoilt and govt is losing... Someone responsible is sleeping on the job. How is the situation else where?

NHLDS (@cphluganda) 's Twitter Profile Photo

BIG NEWS: World Health Organization (WHO) recognises NHLDS as a Center of Excellence for Pandemic Preparedness and a remmendation to become a WHO Collaborating Centre for Laboratory Systems Strengthening after achieving perfect scores in a rigorous WHO assessment.

BIG NEWS: <a href="/WHO/">World Health Organization (WHO)</a> recognises <a href="/cphluganda/">NHLDS</a>  as a Center of Excellence for Pandemic Preparedness and a remmendation to become a WHO Collaborating Centre for Laboratory Systems Strengthening after achieving perfect scores in a rigorous WHO assessment.
Heriot-Watt University (@heriotwattuni) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Lateral flow tests are undeniably convenient, but their environmental cost is rising. Prof Maïwenn Kersaudy-Kerhoas is calling for a limit to their plastic content in this month's World Health Organization (WHO) bulletin. Learn more: shorturl.at/EeKWZ #HeriotWattUni

Lateral flow tests are undeniably convenient, but their environmental cost is rising. Prof Maïwenn Kersaudy-Kerhoas is calling for a limit to their plastic content in this month's <a href="/WHO/">World Health Organization (WHO)</a> bulletin.

Learn more: shorturl.at/EeKWZ

#HeriotWattUni
Makerere University Biomedical Engineering (@makbme) 's Twitter Profile Photo

NEWS! We've received state-of-the-art equipment from DAK Foundation to enhance training for students in clinical engineering & bioinstrumentation, equipping the next generation with cutting-edge skills to improve healthcare tech & save lives through innovative biomedical solns.

NEWS! We've received state-of-the-art equipment from DAK Foundation to enhance training for students in clinical engineering &amp; bioinstrumentation, equipping the next generation with cutting-edge skills to improve healthcare tech &amp; save lives through innovative biomedical solns.
Innovations in Global Surgery 2025 (@icigs2025) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Context matters. Collaboration is key. The #BiomedicalEngineering panel at #ICIGS2025 is unpacking how truly sustainable innovations in #GlobalSurgery are those designed with and for the communities they serve. 🌍💡 Innovation for Global Surgery #SurgicalInnovation #DesignForImpact

Context matters. Collaboration is key. The #BiomedicalEngineering panel at #ICIGS2025 is unpacking how truly sustainable innovations in #GlobalSurgery are those designed with and for the communities they serve. 🌍💡 

<a href="/InnovGlobSurg/">Innovation for Global Surgery</a> 

#SurgicalInnovation #DesignForImpact
Makerere University Biomedical Research Center (@mak_brc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🔗 BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW! 📞 Contact: Nabwire Sarah 📱 +256 752 601022 📧 [email protected] Spaces are limited. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your skills and boost your lab’s performance!

🔗 BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW!

📞 Contact: Nabwire Sarah
📱 +256 752 601022
📧 monitor@brc.mak.ac.ug
Spaces are limited. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your skills and boost your lab’s performance!
Makerere University Biomedical Engineering (@makbme) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The 5th International Congress for Innovations in Global Surgery to hosted in Pearl of Africa UGANDA in 2027! We’re thrilled to be partnering with RCSI & Makerere University ICIGS is going biennial for even more impact, innovation, & inspiration. Save the date & get ready for #ICIGS2027!

The 5th International Congress for Innovations in Global Surgery to hosted in Pearl of Africa UGANDA in 2027! We’re thrilled to be partnering with RCSI &amp; <a href="/Makerere/">Makerere University</a> 
ICIGS is going biennial for even more impact, innovation, &amp; inspiration. Save the date &amp; get ready for #ICIGS2027!
Makerere University Biomedical Engineering (@makbme) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Our own Dr. Robert Ssekitoleko ( Robert Ssekitoleko ) from Makerere University will co-chair the conference with Prof Juan Carlos Puyana ( Juan Carlos Puyana ). Dr. Robert will be the first Biomedical Engineer to chair the ICIGS.

Our own Dr. Robert Ssekitoleko ( <a href="/sseki_biomed_en/">Robert Ssekitoleko</a> ) from Makerere University will co-chair the conference with Prof Juan Carlos Puyana ( <a href="/jcpuyanamd/">Juan Carlos Puyana</a> ).

Dr. Robert will be the first Biomedical Engineer to chair the ICIGS.
Makerere University Biomedical Research Center (@mak_brc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

📣 FREE Training Alert! Join us for a Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) course — hands-on tips & an exclusive lab tour! 🧪🧫 📅 19th–21st May 2025 📍 PLT Makerere University College of Health Sciences 📧 [email protected] | 📞 +256752601022 #GCLP #LabTraining #MakBRC #HealthSciences 🟢 Book Now!

📣 FREE Training Alert!
Join us for a Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) course — hands-on tips &amp; an exclusive lab tour! 🧪🧫
📅 19th–21st May 2025
📍 PLT <a href="/MakerereCHS/">Makerere University College of Health Sciences</a>
📧 monitor@brc.mak.ac.ug | 📞 +256752601022
#GCLP #LabTraining #MakBRC #HealthSciences
🟢 Book Now!
Makerere University CEDAT (@makcedat) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Happening now Makerere University CEDAT: Stakeholder Workshop on University Innovation Ecosystem, under the theme Catalyzing Engineering Innovation: Strengthening Makerere University's Innovation Ecostyem.

Happening now <a href="/MakCEDAT/">Makerere University CEDAT</a>: Stakeholder Workshop on University Innovation Ecosystem, under the theme Catalyzing Engineering Innovation: Strengthening <a href="/Makerere/">Makerere University</a>'s Innovation Ecostyem.
Dr. Margaret Mutumba 🇨🇦🇺🇬 (@mutumbamargaret) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I was honoured to deliver the keynote at the 2025 Bethune Round Table in UCalgaryMedicine. A truly inspiring gathering highlighting global collaboration for #equity in surgical care and the power of #multidisciplinary #innovation.

I was honoured to deliver the keynote at the 2025 Bethune Round Table in <a href="/UCalgaryMed/">UCalgaryMedicine</a>. 

A truly inspiring gathering highlighting global collaboration for #equity in surgical care and the power of #multidisciplinary #innovation.
Makerere University Biomedical Engineering (@makbme) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We took part in Launch of National Medical Equipment Guidelines in K'la. Dr. Robert Ssekitoleko made commitment to national health tech dev't. Guidelines aim to improve medical equipment lifecycle mag't, enhancing efficiency, safety, & sustainability in Uganda's healthcare system.

We took part in Launch of National Medical Equipment Guidelines in K'la. Dr. <a href="/sseki_biomed_en/">Robert Ssekitoleko</a> made commitment to national health tech dev't. Guidelines aim to improve medical equipment lifecycle mag't, enhancing efficiency, safety, &amp; sustainability in Uganda's healthcare system.
Mbiine Ronald (@mbiineron) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Laparoscopic Vs Open Colon cancer surgery. Image one is an incision of a patient we performed major oncological (cancer) surgery on 2 weeks ago. Image 2 is a standard open surgery incision for colon surgery. Can you spot the wound in image 1?

Laparoscopic Vs Open Colon cancer surgery. Image one is an incision of a patient we performed major oncological (cancer) surgery on 2 weeks ago. Image 2 is a standard open surgery incision for colon surgery. Can you spot the wound in image 1?
Makerere University Biomedical Engineering (@makbme) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Our own Vivian Arinaitwe ( vivian Arinaitwe ) shines bright! 🎉 Huge congrats to her on winning the iF DESIGN STUDENT AWARD 2025! ( iF DESIGN ) One of only 100 talented individuals globally recognized. Proud moment for all of us who know her talent & dedication! 🙏

Our own Vivian Arinaitwe ( <a href="/vivianArin46468/">vivian Arinaitwe</a> ) shines bright! 🎉 Huge congrats to her on winning the iF DESIGN STUDENT AWARD 2025! ( <a href="/iFDESIGNAWARD/">iF DESIGN</a> ) One of only 100 talented individuals globally recognized. Proud moment for all of us who know her talent &amp; dedication! 🙏
NIRA (@nira_ug) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We have given you all the power to accurately fill in your particulars before approaching any of our registration centers for biometric capturing. Use your computer to apply online- review & preview your application before submitting. Most of all you don't have to print out

We have given you all the power to accurately fill in your particulars before approaching any of our registration centers for biometric capturing. 

Use your computer to apply online- review &amp; preview your application before submitting. Most of all you don't have to print out
Prosper Ahimbisibwe, MD (@drahimbisibwep) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A critical mSCAN ultrasound machine for women in Rukoki is reaching the end of its life. We need to raise $2700 for a new one. Please consider donating or sharing to help. Every bit counts! #SaveAMother #SaveALife gofund.me/b203733f

Brian Matovu, BME (@brian_k_matovu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Africa is not waiting... Biomedical engineers across the continent are crafting healthcare tech that fits local needs. Support this movement: invest in innovation, education, and regulation. Read more 🔗 lnkd.in/e4aYRqtc #Innovation #GlobalHealth #Africa #HealthcareForAll

Africa is not waiting... Biomedical engineers across the continent are crafting healthcare tech that fits local needs.
Support this movement: invest in innovation, education, and regulation.
Read more 🔗 lnkd.in/e4aYRqtc
#Innovation #GlobalHealth #Africa #HealthcareForAll