Research & Evidence Generation
Generating actionable evidence that transforms health systems, education, and community outcomes across Africa.
Our Research Areas
We conduct rigorous, applied research in domains that have direct impact on community health and development.
Public Health Research
Epidemiological studies, disease burden analysis, and health systems research to inform evidence-based policy.
Biostatistics & Data Science
Advanced statistical analysis, data modeling, and evidence synthesis supporting clinical and population studies.
Digital Health Innovation
Research into mobile health tools, electronic records, and telemedicine to expand access and quality of care.
Health Education Research
Evaluating educational interventions, e-learning effectiveness, and training impact on health worker performance.
Clinical Research
Protocol-driven clinical studies including POCUS adoption, diagnostic accuracy, and intervention outcomes.
Sustainability & Entrepreneurship
Research into health enterprise models and sustainable solutions that create local economic and social value.
Our Research Process
From problem identification to real-world implementation — a systematic, community-centred approach.
Problem Identification
Community needs assessment and gap analysis.
Study Design
Ethical, rigorous, and context-appropriate methods.
Data Collection
Structured tools, surveys, and clinical observations.
Analysis
Statistical and qualitative analysis for evidence.
Translation
Publishing findings and informing programs and policy.
Publications
Peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, reports, and theses from our research activities.
Telemedicine Acceptance and Use among Healthcare Providers in Post-COVID Uganda
Conference paper presented at the East Africa Health Informatics Conference examining technology acceptance model (TAM)...
Opolot G, Mugisha J, Tumwine C
East Africa Health Informatics Conference Proceedings
Assessment of Point-of-Care Ultrasound Adoption in Resource-Limited Settings in Uganda
A cross-sectional study examining barriers and facilitators to POCUS adoption among clinicians in rural and peri-urban U...
Mugisha J, Nakato R, Opolot G, et al.
African Journal of Emergency Medicine
View PublicationDigital Health Literacy among Community Health Workers: A Mixed-Methods Study
This study assessed digital health literacy levels among community health workers in Uganda, identifying critical gaps i...
Nakamya P, Ssekitoleko R, Mugisha J
BMC Health Services Research
View PublicationNeonatal Cranial Ultrasound Training Outcomes: A Prospective Cohort Study
Prospective study assessing competency acquisition among 45 neonatology and pediatric nursing staff following a standard...
Mugisha J, Opolot G, Byaruhanga E
Journal of Perinatology
View PublicationBiostatistics Capacity Building for Health Researchers in East Africa: Program Evaluation
Evaluation of a 12-month biostatistics and data analysis training program delivered to 240 health researchers across Uga...
Medstat Research Unit
Medstat Initiative Annual Report
Community Outreach Programs and Health Behaviour Change: Evidence from Kampala Peri-Urban Areas
Longitudinal study tracking behaviour change outcomes across six community health outreach sites in Kampala's peri-urban...
Nakato R, Ssekitoleko R, Tumwine C, et al.
Community Health and Development Journal
Collaborate on Research
We partner with universities, hospitals, NGOs, and government institutions on joint research initiatives. Reach out to explore collaboration opportunities.