[Steve Omollo]

Hello team,

Kindly feel free to introduce yourself to our COP, as we endeavour to make it more vibrant and interactive.

Thanks and welcome all.

Discussion

[Henry]

Hello team. I am Henry YATICH, a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Business and Economics and the Principal, College of Graduate Studies and Research at Mount Kenya University. My research focus is Management Science with focus in Employability, and Knowledge Transfer in Higher Education and SMEs. Currently I coordinate the DAAD_Africa Centre for Career Enhancement and Skill Support (ACCESS) project 2025-2029.

[lizzy]

Hello,

My name is Lizzy. I am an Associate Professor of Plant Pathology, Invertebrate Pathology and Biological Control of Pests. I am happy to be here.

[shep]

Getrude Shepelo here, a veterinarian and a lecturer at the University of Nairobi-Kenya, research interest-zoonosis, infectious diseases of livestock, community engagement. Has had some experience in research grant writing; some wins and some regrets. Excited to join the CoP and scale up my skills on grant writing.

[owegi]

I am Anyama Charles, currently the Executive Director for Purpose Rwanda. Previously, I worked as a lecturer for over 10 years, supervising academic research for students at both the undergraduate and master’s levels. By bringing my theoretical academic knowledge in research to the NGO world and enriching my skills in grant writing, I believe I can impact more lives, especially in line with Purpose Rwanda’s mission. I am grateful to join this group.

[seyi]

My name is Oluwaseyi Ashaka, I am an infectious disease specialist with a bias in viral diseases. I am excited to be here and open to opportunities for collaboration. Thank you

[sheriff]

My name is Dr.Dhastagir Sultan Sheriff. I am a Professor of Biochemistry working at Anna Medical College Mauritius.

I am a Research Coordinator. Sheriff DS when typed in Google Scholar you will access my publications. I have nearly 250 publications few books including a Text Book, Medical Biochemistry, . I am also visiting Professor to AUSN sovereign University, Los Angeles, USA and Libyan International Medical University, Benghazi, Libya

[mushishi]

My name is Kamwengo Mushishi, from Zambia, my research interests are in Climate Change and I joined The Scientific Initiatives for a Healthy and Developed Zambia as a Data Scientist/Analyst. I have no experience in Grant Writing, i am looking forward to learning how to write and apply for grants thank you.

[andia]

Hello, I’m Andia a social scientist who helps mobilize resources for research and social entrepreneurship. I use systems thinking and participatory methods to co-design inclusive funding programs and impact initiatives that reflect real community needs.

[aussie]

Greetings Everyone

My name is Austine Phiri, a Head of Department and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Information Science at Mzuzu University in Malawi. I am also a final-year PhD student at the University of South Africa in the field of Information Science with a focus on medical records and medical data. I have more than seven years of progressive experience in project and programme management in the areas of research, open science, data management, data curation, records management, archives management, and library science. I have managed projects in Malawi and South Africa funded by Malawi Government and African Development Bank. I am seeking additional knowledge, skills and experience in grant writing and management, financial management, among others.

I am glad to meet you all and excited to collaborate.

[Prof Charles Blessings]

I am Charles Blessings Jumbe, a Professor of Economics at the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, in Malawi. My interests are to help postgraduate students write good research proposals taking them through the entire research process from research ethics, research conceptualization, proposal development, data collection, analysis, report wrting and publishing/publication.

[Bert]

Hello. My name is Bert Nyabadza, Sub Librarian – Digital Support Services at Great Zimbabwe University

[millie]

Hi everyone,

I am Mildred Silikpoh, RMNCAH researcher and program manager. My research interest focus on improving Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health and rights outcomes in Liberia and West Africa at large.

[zeleke]

Hello, my name is Zeleke Abebaw (PhD) from, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia . My background is in information Retrieval, Data science. I am really glad to be part of this community. email: zeleke.abebaw@aastu.edu.et

[Simon]

Hello everyone,

My name is Simon N. Mutua, and I am excited to be part of this forum. I hail from the beautiful Kenyan Coast, and I work as a Medical Laboratory Analyst at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI).

Currently, I am pursuing a Master of Science in One Health and Emergency Research Ethics at the University of Nairobi. My research interests lie primarily in Epidemiology and various health-related studies, with a growing focus on Ethics in One Health research.

I am keen on honing my skills in grant writing, as I believe it is essential for advancing my research and contributing effectively to our field. I look forward to learning from all of you and sharing best practices that can help us succeed in securing funding for our projects.

Thank you, and I am eager to engage with you all!

[nabadtag]

My name is Dr. Muse Mohamed Mohamoud, originally from Somalia. I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Psychiatry and Mental Health at Kampala International University, Uganda, where I am in my third year of training.

At present, I am conducting a research study titled: “Prevalence, Associated Factors, and Coping Strategies of Depression Among Undergraduate Students at Kampala International University College of Health Sciences.” This study aims to explore the burden of depression among students, identify contributing factors, and assess how students cope with depressive symptoms.

I am grateful for the opportunity to share my experience and ongoing research with you. Thank you.

[Author]

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