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UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM

P.O. BOX 35091 DAR ES SALAAM

TANZANIA

Press Release

WINNERS OF THE 2ND CALL FOR PROPOSAL FOR COMPETITIVE RESEARCH AND INNOVATION GRANTS (2019/2020)

The University of Dar es Salaam is pleased to announce winners of the 2nd Call for Proposal for Competitive Research and Innovation Grants (2019/2020) which was announced on 1st August 2019. The University set aside research seed fund to the tune of TZS 1,400,000,000/= (One Billion Four Hundred Million Tanzanian Shillings) in this academic year. TZS. 1,000,000,000/= (One Billion Tanzanian Shillings) was allocated for Mwalimu Nyerere Mlimani Campus while the Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE) and the Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE) each set aside TZS. 200,000,000/= (Two Hundred Million Shillings). This year’s call attracted a total of 231 proposals which were received from different Colleges,

Schools, and Institutes of UDSM Main campus as well as from DUCE and MUCE academic departments. Forty eight (48) proposals have been selected for funding support as shown in the table below:

S/N Campus Number of Proposals Reviewed

Number of Proposals Selected for Grant Award

1 UDSM-Mwalimu Nyerere Main Campus

197 32

2 Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE)

16 9

3 Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE)

18 7

Total 231 48

All Principal Investigators are requested to visit the Directorate of Research and Publication on Monday, 6th January 2020 to collect Research Grant Award Letters and Contracts so that they can commence research undertakings with immediate effect.

ISSUED BY

PROF. BERNADETA KILLIAN DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - RESEARCH

27th December, 2019

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UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - RESEARCH

UDSM-MWALIMU NYERERE MAIN CAMPUS LIST OF WINNERS OF THE 2ND CALL FOR COMPETITIVE RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

GRANTS - 2019 S/N

Multidisciplinary Research Groups

Hosting Unit Cluster

Type of Proposal

Title of Proposal Budget (TZS)

1 Mussa M. Kissaka, Baraka Maiseli, Fredrick Ishengoma, Christine Mwase, Eva Shayo, Fatuma Simba, Khadija Mkocha, Moses Ismail,

College of Information and Communication Technologies (CoICT)

Cluster 1

Innovation and Commercialization

Towards Inclusive and Sustainable Industrial Economy through Implementation and Commercialization of UDSM Engineering Students’ Projects

112,160,00

0

2

Josephine Stephen, Diana Rwegasira, Angelina Misso

2 Dr. Aviti John Mmochi, Dr. Rukia Abdallah Kitula, Dr. M. Mtolera, Dr. L. Daniel, Dr. H. Makundi, Dr. T. Mwenegoha, Mr. H. Haule

Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS)

Cluster 1

Innovation and Commercialization

Innovation and commercialization of farmed seaweeds (Eucheuma denticulatum), shells and pearl products through improvements, packaging, Intellectual Property protection and marketing

117,760,00

0

3 Dr. Joseph Kihedu, Mr. Michael John,

College of Engineering and

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Development of Full Scale Adsorption

29,900,000

3

Ms. Martha P. Nnko, Prof. Cuthbert Z. M. Kimambo

Technology (CoET)

Refrigeration System

4 Prof. Nerey Mvungi, Dr. Ellen Kalinga, Prof Bakari Mwinyiwiwa, Dr. Kwame Ibwe, Dr. Hamis Ndyetabura, Dr Suzan Lujara, Dr. Naiman Shilliliandumi

College of Information and Communication Technologies (CoICT)

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Development of a Smart Energy Metering System for Full-Fledged Smart-Grid EcoSystem in Tanzania

29,920,000

5 Dr. Regina P. Mtei, Dr. Grace Kinunda, Mr. Naswibu Kassim

College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CoNAS)

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Computational Studies and Green Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles as Potential Agent for

30,000,000

4

HIV-1 proteins, Cancer and Diabetic Treatment Using Locally Available Plants

6 Dr. Lilian Daniel Kaale, Jerome Michael Bidu, Dr. Liberato Haule

College of Agricultural Sciences and Fisheries Technology (CoAF)

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Active Food Packaging Based on Bio-Nanomaterials and Non-Woven Textile Fabrics

29,995,000

7 Mr William Mremi and Mr Daniel Mjinja (Graduate Students), Dr Elisante E. Mshiu, and Dr Leonard Rweyemamu


Cluster 1

Best Student Project

Economical & efficient activated carbon production from organic waste for local chemical and processing industries in Tanzania

29,730,000

5

8 Dr. Aloyce S. Hepelwa, Ms Joyceline David Gonsalves, Mr. Exaud Joel, Mr. Peter Ngibwa


Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Promotion of the Use of ICT for Commercial Farming among Smallholder Farmers in Tanzania

19,926,000

9 Dr. Erasto Elias Nambaya , Mr. Fulgence V. Makonelah, Mr. Paschal S.Milindi, Mr. Mathias S. Halinga, Ms. Victoria Jorry

College of Engineering and Technology (CoET)

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Evaluation of Rice Post-Harvest Losses Due to Harvesting, Threshing and Development of Suitable Mechanization Technology for Small Scale Farmers in Tanzania

30,000,000

6

10 Dr. Mkunde Chachage, Issakwisa Habakkuk, Leodegard Mujwahuzi , Cecilia Ngatunga , Paul Mwanyika , Wilbert Mbuya

Mbeya College of Health and Allied Sciences (MCHAS)

Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Building a platform for characterizing premature aging in HIV infected children on Antiretroviral treatment

29,930,000

11 Mr. Ismael C. Adolf , Dr. Ng’weina F. Magitta Dr. Mkunde Chachage Dr. Lazaro N. Mboma


Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Improving breast cancer diagnosis and prognosis through soluble HLA-G quantification

29,955,000

7

12 Dr. Bernard Mbwele, Dr. Emmanuel Balandya, Prof. Mwajabu Possi, Dr. Lucy Namkinga, Dr. Julie Makani, Dr. Siana Nkya, Dr. Victor A. Makene


Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Improving the Quality of Care for Invasive Infectious diseases among Sickle Cell Patients using Genetic Evidences of hemoglobinopathies

27,974,417

13 Dr. Mathew Agripinus Senga, Ms. Edna Kyaruzi, Dr. Anitha Byabato Philbert, Dr. Chacha Werema

College of Social Sciences (CoSS)

Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Promoting Parents’ and Teachers’ Awareness on the Psychosocial Wellbeing of Pupils in Boarding Schools in Tanzania

15,000,000

8

14 Dr. Daniel Maeda , Dr Dennis Massue, Dr Anitha Philbert Byabato


Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Investigation of feeding preferences of Dengue vectors and epidemiological implications in Dar es Salaam region

30,000,000

15 Dr. Amina S. Msengwa, Mr. Jumanne Rashid, Mr. Emmanuel Mwanjilinji

College of Social Sciences (CoSS)

Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Real-time data for quality care of Out-Patients in Tanzania: Quasi-Experimental Study

19,850,000

16 Dr. Gladness Salema, Prof. Ahmed Ame, Dr. Otieno Osoro, Dr. Mathew Senga, Mr.

University of Dar es Salaam Business School (UDBS)

Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Determinants of warehouse technical efficiency: the case of Medical Stores Department

14,096,130

9

Victor Wilson (MSD) in Tanzania

17 Dr. George Kahangwa , Dr. Eugenia Kafanabo, Dr. Richard Shukia, Dr. Ismail Pangani, Ms. Gaudencia Lamosai

School of Education (SoED)

Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Examining Schools’ Academic Performance Disparity in Lushoto District: Towards Developing a Model for Improving Primary and Secondary Schools Performance in Tanzania

15,000,000

18 Dr. Rajabu Juma Mangara, Dr. Mwingereza John Kumwenda, Ms.


Cluster 3

Multidisciplinary Assessment of Wind Power Potential for Electricity Generation at

30,000,000

10

Brenda Kazimili some Selected Regions in Tanzania

19 Prof. Evelyne Mbede, Dr. Meshck Kagya, Mr. Obeid Saitabau, Dr. Cassy Mtelela, Dr. Elisante Mshiu, Mr. Ernest Mulaya


Cluster 3

Multidisciplinary A comparative analysis of the hydrocarbon and the Helium gas systems and prospectivity in the Rukwa Rift, SW Tanzania

30,000,000

20 Dr. Severine Kessy, Dr. Stephen Kirama, Ms. Brighter Tarimo

University Of Dar es Salaam Business School (UDBS)

Cluster 3

Multidisciplinary Good Governance and the Effectiveness of Procurement Systems in the local Government Authorities. The Case Study of

14,831,000

11

Selected LGAs in Tanzania

21 Dr. Mussa Daniel Budeba, Dr. Jackson J. Justo, Dr. Alphonce Wendelin Wikedzi, Ally Bitebo, Eng. Joseph Sisala, Dr. Richard Katemi, Dr. Aviti Thadei Mushi, Dr. Irene M. Lugalla, Dr. Jestina Katandukila, Dr. Fred Chibwana


Cluster 4

Multidisciplinary Development of Integrated Telemedicine Infrastructure for Access to Specialist Doctors for Rural Communities in Tanzania

29,904,000

12

22 Dr Elinami Minja, Ms. Neema Robert

University Of Dar es Salaam Business School (UDBS)

Cluster 4

Multidisciplinary Light Industries and Youth Employment in Rural Areas in Tanzania:Missing Opportunities in the Value Chain

27,376,000

23 Dr. Noel Biseko Lwoga, Dr. Winnie Nguni, Dr. Emanuel Kessy

College of Humanities (CoHu)

Cluster 5

Multidisciplinary Tourism Marketability and Image Positioning for Archaelogical Heritage Sites in Ngororo Conservation Area, Tanzania

14,940,000

24 Dr. Simon R. Melchioly, Dr. Elgidius B. Ichumbaki


Cluster 5

Multidisciplinary Exploring the Historic and Future Freshwater Well Management on Kilwa Kisiwani

19,971,000

13

Island, Tanzania

25 Dr. Frank Masele, Dr. Pastory Bushozi, Olipa Simon

College of Humanities (CoHu)

Cluster 5

Multidisciplinary Archaeological Study of the German-Hehe Battlefield at Lugalo in Iringa Region

15,000,000

26 Dr. Mariam I. Hamisi, Prof. Thomas J. Lyimo


Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Antimicrobial activities of seagrass species from coastal waters of Tanzania against human pathogens

29,948,000

27 Dr. Richard Kimwaga, Prof Agness Nyomora


Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Potential Use of Constructed Wetlands Technology for Treatment of

30,000,000

14

Faecal Sludge Leachates

28 Dr. Siajali Pamba, Dr. Dativa Joseph, Dr. Daniel A. Shilla


Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Microplastic Distribution and Reconstruction of its Pollution History in Msimbazi River Catchment, Dar Es Salaam

30,000,000

29 Dr. Henry J. Ndangalasi, Dr. Cosmas Mligo, Dr. Chacha Werema, Ms. Flaviana Marcel Joachim


Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary The Composition, Diversity and Conservation Status of Angiosperms and Vascular Epiphytes in Idewa Forest Reserve, Mufindi, Tanzania

29,650,000

15

30 Dr. Daniel A. Shilla, Dr. Prosper Mfilinge, Dr. Dativa Joseph


Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Evaluation of Aquatic Macroalgae as Source of Omega-3 (N-3 LCPUFA) in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)

30,000,000

31 Prof. Pius Z. Yanda, Dr. Catherine A. Masao, Ms. Luth Mligo (PhD Student)

Institute of Resource Assessment (IRA)

Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Effects of Exotic Plants on Indigenous Plant Species Composition, Richness and Structure in Southern Highlands of Tanzania: A Case of Njombe District

30,000,000

16

32 Professor Chris Peter Maina, Dr. Theodora Mwenegoha, Prof Dev Jani, Mr Mattew Ngaga

University of Dar es Salaam School of Law (UDSoL)

Cluster 7

Multidisciplinary Intellectual Property Rights Protection of Traditional Knowledge and Cultural Expression in Enhancing Innovation, Commericalisation and Industrilization in Tanzania

15,000,000

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UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - RESEARCH

DAR ES SALAAM UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (DUCE) LIST OF WINNERS OF THE 2ND CALL FOR COMPETITIVE RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

GRANTS - 2019

S/N Multidisciplinary Research Groups

Hosting Department

Cluster Type of Proposal

Title of Proposal Budget (TZS)

1 Dr. Elbert Anyambilile Mbukwa, Prof. Donatha Damian Tibuhwa, Dr. Juma James Masele

Chemistry Department

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Production of Tomato Powder Proto-type from Local Non-transgenic Tomatoes and Investigation of the Powder Shelf-life Stability and Consumer Market Values

30,010,910

2 Dr. Abel Alfred Department Cluster Multidisciplinary Trends and causes 29,000,000

2

Kinyondo, Cresencia Apolinary Masawe, Magashi Joseph Ntegwa

of Economics and Geography

2 of socioeconomic Inequalities in maternal healthcare Utilization in Tanzania

3 Dr. Jared Sylivester Bakuza, Dr. David Sylvester Kacholi, Husna Kangusi

Department of Biological Science

Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Impact of Sanitation and Hygienic Practices on Vegetable Parasite Load in Dar es Salaam Tanzania

30,000,000

4 Dr Hezron Zacharia Onditi, Dr. Cresencia Masawe, Mr. Salmin Singano

Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies

Cluster 4

Multidisciplinary Tanzanian Youth in the Digital Age: The Bitter Sweet

15,000,000

3

5 Dr. Timothy Venance, Dr. Florence Kyaruzi, Dr. Nyanjiga Rukondo, Dr. Rehema Japhet

Department of Education Foundation Management and Life Long Learning

Cluster 4

Multidisciplinary Can Attachment of Pre-service Science and Mathematics Teachers to Secondary Schools Promote their Competence-Based Teaching and Problem Solving Skills?

15,000,000

6 Dr. Amani Lusekelo, Micky Mgeja

Department of Languages and Literature

Cluster 5

Multidisciplinary An Ethnolinguistic and Eco-criticism Study of the Hadzabe Names of Medicinal Plants

14,920,000

7 Dr. Emiliana Mwita, Dr. Almas F. Mazigo, Dr. Julius W. Mngumi, Dr.

Department of Geography and Economics

Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Examining Cultural and Ethical Resources for Fostering Responsible Climate

15,000,000

4

Doroth F. Mosha Change Management: Learning Wisdom of Coastline Communities of Tanzania

8 Dr. Dativa Joseph, Dr. Nkuba Mabula, Dr. Daniel A. Shilla

Chemistry Department

Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Reducing Marine Plastic Wastes in Two Major Tanzanian Cities: Social awareness and Co-responsibility

30,000,000

9 Dr. John S. Kihamba, Dr. Frank J. Mateng’e, Dr. Almas Mazigo; Dr. Nives Kinunda, Ms. Miriam Ntuah

Department of History, Political Science and Development Studies

Cluster 7

Multidisciplinary Decentralizing Procurement Process to Local Government Authorities in Tanzania: Exploring Accountability and Ethical Questions

14,810,000

UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR - RESEARCH

MKWAWA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (MUCE) LIST OF WINNERS OF THE 2ND CALL FOR COMPETITIVE RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

GRANTS - 2019 S/N Multidisciplinary

Research Groups

Department Cluster Type of Proposal

Title of Proposal

Budget (TZS)

1 Dr. Adeline Mtunya , Dr. Fikira Kimbokota, Mr. Edward Nsolo

Department of Mathematics, Physics and Informatics

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Mobile-based application for surveillance of serial pests

29,950,000

2 Dr. Talam Enock Kibona , Dr. Godlisten N. Shao, Ms Debora Mahushi

Department of Mathematics, Physics and Informatics

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary Transforming Agricultural Wastes into Energy Storage Devices

29,900,000

3 Dr. Amina Msonga, Dr. Fikira Kimbokota,

Department of Biological Sciences

Cluster 1

Multidisciplinary An ecological approach in controlling

30,000,000

7

Dr. Moses Olotu tomato leaf miner, Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae), in Tanzania

4 Dr. Juma Mmongoyo , Dr. Robert Christopher, Dr. Fikira Kimbokota

Department of Chemistry

Cluster 2

Multidisciplinary Aflatoxin Levels in Stored Maize and Ugali Consumed in Boarding Schools in Dodoma Region

30,000,000

5 Dr. Robert Christopher, Dr. Amina Msonga, Prof. Marcel Jaspars, Prof. Heinrich C. Hoppe

Department of Chemistry

Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Investigation of Antiplasmodial Natural Products from Tanzanian Medicinal Plants

29,999,760

8

6 Dr. Evaristo Haulle , Mr. Hamidu Seki, Ms. Lucy Kassian

Department of Geography

Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Assessment of the Health Status, Maintenance and Restoration Needs for the Riparian Ecosystems in Little Ruaha River Catchment

30,000,000

7 Dr. Helena Myeya, Dr. Mirau Mbise, Jerzy Gilarowski, Ms. Lucy Kassian

Department of Geography and Economics

Cluster 6

Multidisciplinary Enhancement of Local Community’s Livelihood Strategies under a Changing Climate in the Great Ruaha Catchment

15,000,000

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