Makerere University has organised the two-day annual forum for graduate research and policy dialogue with the aim of bridging the gap between academia and industry.

Theme: Regional Integration and Development

Date and Time: 25^th - 26^th April 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM EAT both days.

Guest of Honour: Hon. Dr. John C. Muyingo, State Minister for Higher Education, Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)

Keynote Speakers:

• Prof. Barnbas Nawangwe, Vice Chancellor, Makerere University
• Dr. Peter Mutuku Mathuki, Secretary General, East African Community (EAC)

Sub-themes

• Health Systems
• Energy Systems and Climate Change
• Governance
• Economic and Social Change
• Innovation, Science, and Technological Advancement
• Natural Resources Management
• Food Security, and
• Competence-Based Learning

Highlights:

• Over 70 research papers
• A network of PhD students/fellows
• Digitization of research processes through the Launch of the Research Information Management System (RIMS)
• Makerere University Press presenting research and publication opportunities
• Mental Health and Wellness for Students and Staff

Zoom Links for Virtual Attendance:

Day 1 - https://t.co/ljOX8rGQTl

Day 2 - https://zoom.us/j/95527833603?pwd=c3QzR1pFSDZ0VGI3eEFtd3Vzc2dxdz09
Passcode: 307848