Centre for Innovations and Technology Transfer

MUST’s innovation hub @MUST_CITT was ably represented by Mr. @MartinMukama Senior Prototyping and Technology Development Officer, who engaged students on the importance of prototyping in transforming ideas into real-world solutions. Sharing his own journey, he reflected on how he and his team once stood in a similar position, pitching their idea; PRISMS technology, a newborn clinical decision support tool back in 2013. Today, that innovation has secured multiple grants and is being used across Africa, demonstrating the power of persistence and innovation. He encouraged students to take advantage of upcoming @MbararaUST CITT seed grants, positioning themselves for support in prototype development, product development, and commercialization.

This week is shaping more than projects, it’s shaping mindsets. Through hands-on training, @MbararaUST students are gaining practical skills, critical thinking abilities, and the confidence to innovate for impact.

With hands-on training by @FundiBots, Students explored robotics, circuit design, and Arduino programming during today's training. The D. Director of CITT @wasswawilliam16 emphasized the role of competence-based learning where practical skills complement academic qualifications.

The Annual Innovation Week at @MbararaUST organised by @mues_must kicked off in style. Students dived into electronics, robotics, and hands-on problem solving at the Co-Creation Space, powered by the incredible support of @CITT_MUST. This is where ideas become solutions.

Today, the entire @MbararaUST community joins in celebration of a visionary leader, an acclaimed researcher, and our Vice Chancellor, Prof. @PbyakikaPauline. Music by Josh Groban

Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to our Vice Chancellor, Prof. @PbyakikaPauline !

@MbararaUST clarifies that HIV statistics recently reported by @PulseUganda refer to the Mbarara District population, NOT the MUST student community. We reject the misleading use of University imagery to frame these statistics and call for immediate retraction and ethical reporting. MUST remains committed to scientific accuracy and the wellbeing of our students and staff.

Congratulations to all UACE 2025 candidates on your achievement @MbararaUST celebrates your success and invites you to begin the next chapter of your academic journey with us. Explore our programmes and entry requirements for the 2026/2027 academic year and take the next step toward your future.

@MbararaUST mourns the untimely passing of Mr. Ivan Ahimbisibwe, a student from the Faculty of Science (DLT 1), who was involved in a road accident on Kakoba Road on the night of 13 March 2026. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. Burial arrangements will be communicated in due course.

Happy International Women's Day from Mbarara University of Science and Technology. Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in academia, research, leadership, and our communities. MUST remains committed to promoting gender equality, empowering women and girls, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. Together, we continue to advance knowledge, innovation, and opportunity for all.

Innovators at the CITT space laboratory at @MbararaUST proudly showcased their cutting-edge solutions to the U.S. Ambassador, highlighting the power of creativity, technology, and collaboration in shaping the future. #USEmbassy to Uganda #innovation

Strengthening global partnerships for impact! The visit by the U.S. Ambassador to @MbararaUST highlights a shared vision of advancing innovation, technology, and medical research through meaningful collaboration. 🤝🔬 #Innovation #Partnerships

The session featuring U.S. Ambassador William W. Popp was expertly moderated by Angella Nakato Muyingo, Senior Communications Officer (Public Relations). Her professional coordination ensured a seamless and structured flow of dialogue between university leadership and the Ambassador throughout the afternoon.

In his remarks, Ambassador Popp emphasized the significance of the $2.3 billion U.S.-Uganda health agreement signed in December 2025. Uganda remains a priority, with the partnership focused on building resilient, accessible, and high-quality health systems.

Students participated in a dynamic dialogue with U.S. Ambassador William W. Popp, underscoring the vital role of the next generation in driving technological and scientific progress. This interaction highlighted the institution's commitment to nurturing globally competitive innovators.

It was a great pleasure to host the USA Ambassador to Uganda, HE William W. Popp, to MUST. He brings great inspiration and renewed hope to the staff and students. Thank you American Embassy in Uganda.

A visit to the @MUST_CITT provided Ambassador Popp the opportunity to engage directly with Principal Investigators, Innovators and project leads. This session showcased various ongoing innovations, highlighting the @MbararaUST 's success in translating academic research into practical, commercialized solutions for the community.

Principal Investigators at the @MUST_CITT showcased ongoing projects to Ambassador Popp, demonstrating how scientific research translates into socio-economic transformation. The discussion centered on scaling local innovations and maintaining competitive research standards through international partnerships

Exhibitions at the @MUST_CITT featured diverse U.S.-funded projects, including cutting-edge biomedical and technological solutions. These demonstrations provided the @USEmbassyUganda Ambassador with a firsthand view of how @MbararaUST faculty are addressing critical community challenges through targeted, evidence-based research.