Proud to support a reliable and trustworthy scientific record as a #PeerReviewer! #PeerRevWeek20

#RUFTriennial24 cements partnerships among #universities. On 13/08/2024, Makerere University and #MyUNAM signed an MoU to address development challenges in #Africa. Signed by Vice Chancellors, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe & Prof. Kenneth Matengu. Makerere University CAES RUFORUM Barnabas Nawangwe

Dr Robinson Odong from Makerere University College of Natural Sciences, Department of Zoology, Entomology & Fisheries Sciences enlightening the students of Sir Samuel Baker S.S, Gulu District about the career opportunities presented by the programmes in the Department.

The Makerere University College of Natural Sciences team on a career guidance mission in Gulu has also visited St. Mary's College Lacor, Gulu H/S & Gulu SS. Students have been enlightened on the importance of proper decision making, soft skills, teamwork, honesty & dependability, & planning for University education.

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We heartily congratulate Professor William Bazeyo former Dean Makerere University School of Public Health, former Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration), first Head GAMSU - Makerere University and Chair Grants Management Committee Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund upon his appointment as Chairperson of Council Busitema University.

NaFIRRI has organised this webinar to share more insights on the fishes of Uganda next Thursday 12th September at 3:30pm Learn about the fishes of Uganda to appreciate the aquatic biodiversity in the pearl of Africa.

In 2022, we joined the BioInnovate Africa Program Advisory Committee (PAC) for a meeting in Arusha, Tanzania. Together With partners we launched the 'Eastern Africa Regional Bioeconomy Strategy'. Global Bioeconomy Summit (GBS2024) Read more: buff.ly/3B46Mjq

Prof. Charles Masembe, Prof. Juma Kasozi and Dr Ssenku Jamilu recognized as the best Senior Researchers from the College of Natural Sciences at the 75th graduation ceremony of Makerere University.

There is currently an estimated 1,037 useful plant species within Uganda. To trigger an IPA designation in Uganda, a site is expected to hold a minimum of 32 (3%) of the useful plant species.

When should you write a policy brief? When you need to transform complex research into clear, concise information to inform policymakers' decisions. #MakRIF #PhD #workshop

Trainers will be equipped to build capacity of VPPs in key areas including: ✅Herd health planning ✅Animal clinical examination ✅Farm biosecurity ✅Livestock preventive healthcare ✅Livestock productivity improvement ✅Farm records & financial management #OneHealth

Advancing Bovine Genetics in Uganda! NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK in partnership with #URUS Uganda and Iowa State University is conducting a specialized training program this week on #EmbryoTransfer (ET) Technology for a selected group of technicians. This initiative aims to enhance livestock productivity pic.x.com/2xKD9kmvYa

Understanding the Natural World is our #CoNASCommitment: Natural sciences, including fields like biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science, aim to understand the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis.

📢 The final #AquaticPollutants booklet is now available! It brings together the results of 18 research projects addressing the risks posed by pollutants and pathogens in our water resources. 📄 Read the outcomes & download here: bit.ly/3YPTzUE #WaterResearch

🚀 GAMSU - Makerere University successfully held a 3-day strategic planning retreat (June 12–15) at ADMAS GRAND HOTEL, focusing on performance review and strategic alignment to strengthen grants management for a research-led Makerere University University in FY 25/26. #Research #Grants Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University

🔬 Charles Masembe from Makerere University is presenting on the Genetic Diversity and Differentiation of Uganda’s Livestock Genetic Resources at the Animal Genetics Stakeholders Meeting. 🐄🧬🇺🇬 #ABS #GeneticResources 🔬 #LivestockDiversity #BiodiversityUganda

Boost Your Livestock Productivity with Superior Genetics from NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK! Under the #ParishDevelopmentModel, we’re delivering top-tier exotic breed semen to help farmers improve milk yields and beef quality. Available Breeds: • Dairy – Friesian, Ayrshire, Jersey, Guernsey •

Ongoing training by NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK, in collaboration with FAO Livestock and BUKALASA AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE-Bukalasa Agricultural College, concludes today at Rubona Stock Farm in #Bunyangabu District. The workshop is conducted under the “Growing Your Business Through Preventive Livestock Healthcare”

As stressors like erratic rains, disease & poor soil health rise, new varieties for integral crops like #sorghum are vital. Under the Food and Agriculture Organization - #China - #Uganda South-South Cooperation, with MAAIF 🇺🇬, we invited #Luwero farmers to #assess new sorghum #varieties under trial.