Hosted by: Kenya Medical Training College, Narok, Kenya and Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Mbarara, Uganda
Forum objectives:
- Provide an opportunity for MicroResearch PIs to present their research
- Encourage networking with other MicroResearchers from Africa
- Create a dialogue around the forum theme: “Integrating MicroResearch into health systems for better community outcomes”
In person and virtual components:
The Forum will be hosted in person concurrently at two sites – one in Narok, Kenya and one in Mbarara, Uganda. Additionally, there will be virtual sessions joining the two sites with virtual participants from other areas of Africa and from Canada via Zoom.
In person small group discussions:
Morning sessions will begin with small group discussions at each of the African sites. Small groups of six to eight participants will discuss a series of pre-determined questions and discussion points based around the day’s themes. Experts in the field will be matched with each of the groups and will help lead the conversation. Each of the groups will share their thoughts and feedback using an online survey tool and briefly report in the afternoon.
Keynote presentations:
The afternoon sessions will feature keynote speakers who will present on topics related to the Forum theme and sub-themes. These talks will be broadcasted virtually, connecting the two Forum sites, as well as providing an opportunity for others to join.
Participant MicroResearch project presentations:
The MR Forum will feature pre-recorded presentations from selected recent MR project teams, including both completed projects and projects that are currently underway or under review.
Panel discussions:
Each day will conclude with panel discussions, where experts from different sites discuss the day’s theme in relation to the keynote presentation, project presentations, and small group discussion summaries. The panel will be moderated by a chair, but the audience will also have an opportunity to contribute to the discussion through chat entries.
Forum themes:
- Integrating MicroResearch into health systems for better community outcomes
- Research in primary healthcare and disease prevention to promote community well-being (October 16)
- Incorporating research into local health education using MicroResearch principles (October 17)
Forum attendees/guests:
The forum will also include guests from other areas of Africa and Canada who have preregistered through MR or their local site organizer. Although they may not be presenting or participating as a panelist, they can respond to survey questionnaires and add to the chat comments. Certificates of attendance will be given to attendees who have participated and request one.
MicroResearch Forum Schedule
Wednesday October 16: (All times in East African Time)
9:00 – 9:30
9:30-9:45 |
Welcome and introduction from local site- Dr. Schola Ashaba
Official Opening-Prof. Jerome Kabakyenga
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9:45 – 10:45
10:45-11:20
11:20-11:30 |
Small group discussions (In-Person only)
Plenary
Official closure; morning session (Uganda): Mr. Vincent Kwatatampora Kansiime University Secretary- MUST
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11:30 – 12:30 | Refreshment break
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12:30 – 1:00 | Official remarks from MicroResearch Centre and introductions
· Noni MacDonald and Bob Bortolussi
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1:00 – 1:20 | Keynote presentation on “Research in primary healthcare and disease prevention to promote community well-being”
· Elizabeth Wangia (Kenya) |
1:20 – 2:20 | MicroResearch Project Presentations
· Edson Soza (Malawi) – “Exploring contributing factors to birth asphyxia: A case of Mangochi District Hospital Maternity Wing, Malawi” (10 minute presentation) · Moses Muwanguzi (Uganda) – “Depression among pregnant teenagers receiving antenatal care from health facilities in Mbarara city, Southwestern Uganda” (10 minute presentation) · Mutiria Ben Kinyua (Kenya) – “Factors Influencing Husband Presence During Birthing Process Among Married Couples in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya” (5 minute presentation) · Jean Pierre Gafaranga (Rwanda) – “Mother-Infant Bonding Disorders, Postpartum Depression and Maternal Self-Esteem in Mothers of Low-Birth-Weight Neonates at University Teaching Hospital of Kigali, Rwanda” (5 minute presentation) · Susan Anyango (Uganda) – “Factors affecting well-being of Nurses and Midwives at Hoima Regional Referral Hospital”(Backup presentation – available at www.microresearch.ca/news) |
2:20 – 2:30 | Break 10 minutes
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2:30 – 3:00 | Sharing of small group discussion summary and suggested actions
· Schola Ashaba (Uganda) · Leah Bii (Kenya)
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3:15 – 4:45 | Panel discussion on theme and way forward
· Panel Chair: Jonans Tusimiire (Uganda) · Panelists: Adamson Muula (Malawi), Albion Kalolo (Tanzania), Elizabeth Wangia (Kenya), Peter Waiswa (Uganda), Bob Bortolussi (Canada) |
4:45 – 5:00 | Closing remarks for Day 1
· Noni MacDonald and Bob Bortolussi
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Thursday October 17: (All times in East African Time)
9:00 – 9:15
9:15-9:25 |
Welcome back and short recap from yesterday-Mary Odeth
Remarks by: Prof. Nixon Kamukama-Deputy Vice Chancelor -Academic Affairs, MUST
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9:25 – 10:20
10:20-10:50
10:50-11:10
11:10-11:15 |
Small group discussions (In-Person only)
Plenary
Brief by Beth Mutumba, UNCST
Official closure morning session (Uganda): Hamson Kanyesigye
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11:15 – 12:15 | Refreshment break
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12:15 – 12:30 | Introduction of keynote speaker and panelists
· Beth Cummings (Canada) |
12:30 – 12:50 | Keynote presentation on “Incorporating research into local health education using MicroResearch principles”
· Dr. Charles Kazooba (Uganda)
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12:50 – 1:50 | MicroResearch Project Presentations
· Margaret Twine (Uganda): “Psychological distress and its associated factors among health workers in South Western Uganda following Ebola virus disease outbreak” (10 minute presentation) · Richard Tuhairwe (Uganda): “Knowledge and attitude of university students towards the use of telemedicine to access sexual and reproductive health services: A case of Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Uganda” (10 minute presentation) · Janeth Bulemela (Tanzania): “Assessing the Magnitude, Determinants and Responses for Violence Against Children (VAC) in the Coastal and Morogoro Regions of Tanzania” (5 minute presentation) · Nandwa Peter Tubula (Kenya): “E-Libraries: Utilization in Healthcare professional education at Kenya Medical Training College” (5-minute presentation) · Mag Nyalugwe (Malawi): “Enablers and barriers to adherence to newly introduced oral treatment resistant tuberculosis in Mangochi District, Malawi” (Backup presentation, available at www.microresearch.ca/news) |
1:50 – 2:00 | Break 10 minutes |
2:00 – 2:30 | Sharing of small group discussion summary and suggested actions
· Mary Odiit (Uganda) · Leah Bii (Kenya) |
2:30 – 4:00 | Panel discussion on theme and way forward
· Panel chair: Nyawira Mwangi (Kenya) · Panelists: Charles Kazooba (Uganda), Towela Maleta (Malawi), Beth Cummings (Canada) |
4:00 – 4:30 | Closing remarks and Site and individual plans for integration of MR into training system |