Author - Janet Kia

PHARMBIOTRAC Hosts Delegation from the Office of the President and UNDP

Today 28th November,2024, PHARMBIOTRAC had the honor of hosting a high-level delegation from the Office of the President, which included representatives from UNDP, led by the UNDP Resident Representative, the Director of Community Programs for Socio-Economic Transformation, and experts from the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development Monitoring Unit. This distinguished team, which also included Dr. Azah, Head of Secretariat, visited our museum and left inspired by the work being done at PHARMBIOTRAC. A group photo of some PHARMBIOTRAC staff...

Dr. Casim Umba Tolo Represents PHARMBIOTRAC at IUCEA Workshop

Dr. Casim Umba Tolo, the Center Leader of the Pharm-Biotechnology and Traditional Medicine Centre (PHARMBIOTRAC) at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), delivered an insightful presentation at the "Research and Innovation Management and Development of Regional Research Repository Workshop", organized by the Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA). The workshop took place on Monday, November 18, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, where Dr. Tolo spoke on the topic: "Successful Initiatives for Commercialization of Research Outputs and Technology Transfer: A...

PHARMBIOTRAC Welcomes Mbarara University’s New Vice Chancellor

Today 29th october,2024, PHARMBIOTRAC had the privilege of welcoming Prof. Pauline Byakika Kibwika, the newly appointed Vice Chancellor of Mbarara University of Science and Technology. Her visit provided an opportunity to meet our dedicated staff, explore our facilities, and gain an overview of our work in advancing pharm-biotechnology and traditional medicine. During her visit, Prof. Byakika Kibwika toured our Product Development laboratory, the museum, and offices, where she engaged with our passionate team and learned about the pioneering research and initiatives...

MUST Hosts Its First-Ever Career Fair with Support from PHARMBIOTRAC and The Education Collaborative

Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) successfully hosted its inaugural Career Fair on August 28, 2024, an event themed “Building Bridges to Your Future.” The Career Fair, organized by PHARMBIOTRAC and supported by The Education Collaborative, aimed to connect students with potential employers, mentors, and industry leaders, equipping them for the professional world beyond university life. A Landmark Event for MUST The MUST Career Fair 2024 marked a significant milestone for the university, providing students with a platform to network, explore...