Students with other competitors pose for a group-photo with the Minister for ICT and National Guidance Dr. Chris Baryomunsi (6th) after the award ceremony. Students from CoCIS garnered significant recognition for their innovative projects in technology and entrepreneurship. A team of Year Two Software Engineering […]
Christine Kikome Pitching FloralIntel during the bootcamp in South Africa In another remarkable achievement, Christine Kikome, a finalist in the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program at CoCIS, won the prestigious Best Pitch Award at the Africa Innovation Fellowship (AIF) bootcamp held in Johannesburg, […]
Assistant lecturer Mr. Marvin Ggaliwango developed A digital Ugandan Sign Language Dictionary for co-creating sign language products and translation services Assistant Lecturer Mr. Marvin Ggaliwango, a Machine Learning and Intelligent Systems Engineer at the Department of Computer Science , has developed a digital Ugandan Sign […]
Photo credit: Mak AI Health Lab Website Automating Microscopy Recently, 10 dedicated participants, 7 laboratory technologists and 3 members of the Makerere AI Health Lab came together at Kebera Diagnostic Laboratories (KDxL) for an internal validation exercise. 74 Ziehl-Neelsen stained smears were examined and 750 […]
This app facilitates the systematic collection of microscopy data related to malaria and cervical cancer. It captures images along with important metadata, such as blood slide details and microscope settings. The data is uploaded to a central server, contributing to the creation of a robust […]
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Malaria Diagnosis App
An Android app was created using AI-driven object detection technology to improve malaria diagnosis. The app allows users to capture or upload microscopy images, which the AI system processes to detect and highlight white blood cells and malaria trophozoites using bounding boxes. This tool improves […]
Beyond diagnosis, AI is being used to address delayed malaria surveillance data. In many rural areas, manual reporting creates lags that hinder outbreak response. The Ocular system integrates real-time data into Uganda’s Health Management Information Systems (HMIS). By incorporating environmental factors like mosquito breeding patterns, […]
Recognizing the importance of public understanding, Makerere AI Health Lab is developing AI-powered chatbots and medical translation tools in local languages. These platforms educate communities on malaria prevention, symptoms, treatment, and the role of AI in healthcare. By being culturally aware and community-facing, the tools […]
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Microscopy Teaching Aid
A desktop and mobile app designed to enhance microscopy education was also developed. Students and professionals can capture images, which are then uploaded with metadata for annotation and instructional feedback. This interactive platform improves diagnostic skills by providing hands-on learning experiences, making it a valuable […]
On March 13, 2025 the college launched the Makerere University Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Mak-CAD), a hub dedicated to advancing AI research and innovation for Africa’s development. The launch, themed “Building Responsible AI Research and Innovations for Impact,” emphasized the Centre’s mission […]