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National policy interventions in the management of intellectual property at Uganda public universities to propel innovations
(East African Journal of Law and Ethics, 2026-02-13) Kitagaana, Zaidi; Musoke, Genza Gyaviira
Universities across the world are urged to carefully reconsider their role in society and to evaluate their relationship with the community through innovation. Despite its importance for national competitiveness, few papers examine the impact of National Policy Interventions licensing on Intellectual Property (IP) protections for innovativeness in universities, yet patents and copyrights are often considered to be the determinants of innovation. Our goal in this qualitative research article was to examine, evaluate, and summarise IP management publications, institutional reports, legislation, and policies. The case studies used were Kyambogo and Mbarara University of Science and Technology. This essay aims to address two basic IP-related questions: First, are there operational IP management policies in Uganda's public universities? Second, do national IP regulations foster university innovation? To structure the study, we used the Endogenous Growth Model of Innovation. We discovered that many university academics appear to be unaware of the current IP regulations in areas like patents, copyright, and licensing, despite the fact that several laws have been passed to protect IP and foster innovation and competition. The study also discovered that there are insufficient policy choices for the protection of intellectual property produced by public universities, based on the capacities and gaps mentioned in policy documents and their recommended priority areas of intervention. In order to guarantee IP protection and redress functions of Uganda's public universities, the report suggests that the government create a national innovation council.
Development of an integrated estimation and predictive control framework for safe navigation in mobile robots for industrial environments
(Intelligent Service Robotics, 2026-02-09) Gnimady, Gilchrist R. S.; Murimi, Evan; Muchiri, Anthony K.; Kangwagye, Samuel
The increasing integration of mobile robots in industrial environments has raised critical safety concerns, particularly in shared workspaces with human operators. Effective collision avoidance is essential to prevent accidents and enable smooth navigation in dynamic and unpredictable settings. This paper presents the development of an integrated estimation and predictive control framework for safe navigation in mobile robots for industrial environments. Here, safe navigation refers to improved, accurate motion of the robot (i.e., trajectory tracking, positioning, speed control) and enhanced collision avoidance (i.e., safe navigation around obstacles and humans). The estimation algorithm integrates data from LiDAR, RADAR, and IMU sensors using an Extended Kalman Filter (EKF) to overcome limitations such as LiDAR blind spots and IMU drift. The output of this algorithm is used as input to the MPC, which embeds an obstacle avoidance function directly into its cost function to enable proactive and adaptive collision avoidance. The complete framework is validated through both Gazebo-based simulations and real-world experiments in free-space navigation and navigation through obstacle-rich industrial environments. The results demonstrate that the robot can track reference trajectories while safely avoiding static and dynamic obstacles, including those located within sensor blind zones. The robot consistently maintains safe distances without unnecessary stops, achieving a balance between safety and operational efficiency. The framework offers a cost-effective alternative to high-resolution 360-degree perception systems and is well-suited for deployment in dynamic industrial workspaces.
Integrating sustainable marketing and innovative financing to boost agritourism in western Uganda
(Springer, 2026-02-10) Muheebwa, Florence Prescah; Milly Kwagala; Ahabyoona Faith Mugisha
This study examines how the integration of sustainable marketing and innovative financing can drive the growth of agritourism in Western Uganda. Despite the region’s potential in agritourism, entrepreneurs face challenges related to limited market access, weak branding, and inadequate financial resources. The chapter aims to propose a synergistic framework that leverages green marketing and alternative financing models to enhance competitiveness and sustainability in agritourism enterprises. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining qualitative interviews with agritourism operators, community-based tourism leaders, and financial service providers in selected districts of Western Uganda including Bushenyi, Mbarara, Fort Portal, Kasese, alongside a quantitative survey of 150 agritourism stakeholders. The study also conducted secondary analysis of tourism development policies and marketing-finance integration models relevant to sustainable rural enterprise. The study finds that sustainable marketing strategies such as experiential branding, eco-labeling, and digital storytelling improve customer engagement and promote destination visibility. Simultaneously, innovative financing models particularly mobile-based microfinance, community crowdfunding, and impact investment offer critical financial inclusion pathways for smallholder agritourism entrepreneurs. The convergence of these strategies significantly enhances the market appeal, scalability, and sustainability of agritourism ventures, especially those aligned with SDG 8 and SDG 12. The study concludes that integrating sustainable marketing with innovative financing creates a powerful model for inclusive and resilient agritourism enterprise development. For meaningful policy impact, the study recommends to government translating national policy into local action through district-level agritourism funds. To enhance the marketing-finance-enterprise linkage in rural agritourism, it is recommended to develop tailored microfinance products and expand financial inclusion through mobile-based tools.
A sustainable bioadsorbent approach for tetracycline adsorption from aqueous solutions using calcined chicken bone waste: Optimization via response surface methodology
(Results in Engineering, 2026-01-17) Ziani, Salima; AitAli, Salima; Brahmi, Aghilas; Lakehal, Yanis Zakaria; Zaabar, Aida; Meski, Samira; Boudrahem, Farouk; Khireddine, Hafit; Ghernaout, Djamel; Mukalaz,Herbert; Belaadi, Ahmed
Pharmaceutical pollutants, particularly tetracycline (TC), are of growing concern due to their persistence in the environment and toxicity, which pose significant risks to both aquatic ecosystems and human health. This novel study investigates the potential of chicken bone waste (CBW) as a bioadsorbent for TC removal from aqueous solutions, presenting a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional methods. CBW was dried at 100 °C and subsequently calcined at 500 °C and 900 °C to enhance its surface properties, porosity, and crystallinity. Characterization techniques, including thermogravimetry (TGA), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-ransform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and BET/BJH analysis, revealed notable enhancements in the surface area, porosity, and crystallinity of CBW. Specifically, calcination increased the specific surface area from 16.47 ² to 32.90 ²
Optimization of the adsorption process was achieved using a Central Composite Design (CCD) based on Response Surface Methodology (RSM). The optimal conditions for TC removal were pH 6.34, TC concentration of 73.76 mg/L, CBW-900 dosage of 2.65 g/L, and temperature of 45 °C, resulting in a 94 % removal efficiency. Adsorption isotherms and kinetics indicated a complex physisorption mechanism, best described by the modified Langmuir-Freundlich isotherm and pseudo-first-order kinetics. DFT, BET/BJH, and FTIR analyses further suggested that TC interacts with the CBW-900 surface via donor-acceptor mechanisms, hydrogen bonding, π-π stacking, and pore filling. CBW-900 exhibited excellent recyclability, maintaining over 70% removal efficiency after ten adsorption-desorption cycles. These findings highlight CBW as an
Eco-marketing and green finance synergy for eco-hotels in central Uganda
(Springer, 2026-02-10) Muheebwa, Florence Prescah; Omeke, Michael
This study examines how eco-marketing strategies and green finance mechanisms can be synergized to promote the growth and sustainability of eco-hotels in Central Uganda. The aim is to address key barriers such as limited financial access, weak market visibility, and low consumer awareness of eco-friendly hospitality options. The convergent parallel design was used where both qualitative and quantitative data were collected simultaneously, analyzed independently, and then merged for interpretation. The study also draws on secondary data to develop an integrated framework. The findings reveal that while eco-hotels in the region adopt some sustainable practices, many lack structured marketing strategies and access to tailored green financing. Successful enterprises combined eco-branding and digital storytelling with innovative financing tools such as climate-smart microloans, sustainability-linked credit, and donor-supported green grants. Strategic partnerships with local communities and NGOs enhanced their eco-value proposition. To scale eco-tourism, a coordinated approach linking eco-marketing with green finance is essential. The study recommends capacity-building for eco-hotel operators in green branding and financial literacy, as well as policy incentives to attract climate finance. These interventions support Uganda’s pursuit of SDGs and a low-carbon tourism economy.