Browsing by Author "Mukiibi, Edward"

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Fostering a culture of quality research at a young institution : insights from Kyambogo University.
(Library waves, 2023-12) Mukiibi, Edward; Buwule, Robert Stalone; Nassali, Eliz State
The study explored the trends and quality of research output of academic staff at Kyambogo University, Uganda for the period 2003 to 2020. Using desk research content analysis, the findings showed 199 (47%) out of 425 staff had published 440 articles of which 266 (60%) were credible. The three most productive Faculties were: Science 110, Education, 106, and Arts and Social Sciences with 90 publications. The most prolific author produced 35 articles 6 of which were the first author. This productivity was attributed to factors commended for leveraging the identified niche in science, education, and humanities. The study is instrumental in advancing strategies that could foster a culture of quality research through deliberate policy actions.
Installation, customisation and upgrading of KOHA integrated library system at kyambogo university: a librarian's experience
(2026-03) Mukiibi, Edward; Mary Acanit; Lincoln Samuel Wamala; Wangwe Isimail Gutaka
The study explored the experiential case study to examine the installation, customisation, and upgrading of the KOHA integrated library system (ILS) at Kyambogo University Library. The study documented the step-by-step processes for implementing the system in a library environment based on the necessary installation, configuration, data migration, and staff training. The study followed the system development lifecycle, including implementation, installation, and testing. KOHA was installed using prerequisites on a Linux server, using system settings, modules, metadata standards, and tools. KOHA version 23.11.04 on a Linux server running Xubuntu 20.04 LTS, which included Apache, MySQL, Perl modules, and Solr 8 for indexing, was used. Testing during deployment showed circulation, cataloguing, acquisition, and administration functions operating correctly. The study concluded that the experiential case study offers a valuable framework for libraries seeking to implement the KOHA ILS and leverage its capabilities for electronic content management. The success factors included library staff interests and competencies in addition to a health collaborative network with staff of the Directory of Information, Communication, and Technology Department of the University.
Research data management at a medical facility in Uganda : practices, awareness, challenges, and recommendation
(Journal of eScience Librarianship, Putting the pieces together: theory and prctice, 2025-07-16) Mukiibi, Edward; Bukirwa, Joyce
The paper explored research data management practices at a medical research facility in Uganda. It focused on the researchers’ perception about research data practices, awareness, and challenges. Mixed methods were applied in which thirty (30) respondents out of a population of sixty (60) research community members. The research community was comprised of both research teams and research support members. Whereas the research team respondents were selected randomly and subjected to the questionnaire, the four key informants were purposively selected from the research support members and subjected to the interview. The findings showed variations in perception, management, and understanding of research data practices. Identified challenges were inadequate legal framework, lack of institutionalised storage facilities, and limited competencies in writing Data Management Plans. The recommendations were: the formation of a unit for the development of research data management policy, support services, and the introduction of formal research data management skills training to equip the research community at the facility.
Research data management readiness at Uganda cancer institute
(Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)., 2023) Mukiibi, Edward; Bukirwa, Joyce
The study explored research data management readiness at the Uganda Cancer Institute. Its objectives were to; establish the state of research data and the institutional readiness for research data management practices. The case study applied a survey method using a questionnaire modified from the Data Asset Framework and the Community Capability Model Framework. The respondents were 60 staff members at different professional levels purposively selected. The findings show massive data generated from clinical trials, and routine cancer clinics at the institute. The business processes are mainly manual except for the funded research projects which are hybrid. The existing data sets could not be quantified, but all patient-related physical data are permanently archived in the institute’s registry. The electronic research data from funded projects is under the responsibility of the System Administrator and the Data Officers of respective projects. Research data management readiness assessed through collaborations was taking place and beneficial to the institute, and the technical infrastructure was robust. Findings indicate the absence of an institute-wide legal/policy framework and a substantive skills training program for staff research data management competence development. Research data management practices were intuitively executed in funded projects, the ethical requirements were embedded in the research cycle and adhered to. The study recommended emphasizing a written localised Data Management Plan for all projects submitted for approval; initiating a tailor-made RDM training program; a comprehensive RDM policy, and creating RDM awareness and interest among staff at the institute.