Makerere University
Clinical trials sponsored by Makerere University, explained in plain language.
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Could a single shot stop deadly meningitis in HIV patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding one dose of a stronger antifungal drug (liposomal amphotericin) to the standard treatment (fluconazole) can prevent cryptococcal meningitis in HIV-positive adults who test positive for the fungus but have no symptoms. About 356 participants in Ugan…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Makerere University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Drones to the rescue: flying HIV meds to Uganda's islands
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using drones to deliver HIV medication to people living in remote islands of Uganda can improve viral suppression. Over 1,000 participants will either get their medication via drone or through standard methods. Researchers will compare viral load and rete…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Makerere University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can a phone app save babies with sickle cell? 24,000 infants enrolled in uganda study
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a mobile health information system to help clinics in Uganda screen newborns for sickle cell disease and coordinate their care. Researchers will compare clinics using the new system to those using standard screening. The goal is to see if the system helps more ba…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Makerere University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC