Makerere Epidemiology & Statistical Center
We are a research consultancy and training center supporting Masters and PhD students, NGOs, and research institutions with thesis development, manuscript writing, advanced data analysis, study design, and implementation science — empowering evidence-based decision-making across Africa and beyond.
Our Services & Expertise
Comprehensive research support from study conception through publication
Data Analysis & Interpretation
Expert analysis using R, Python, Stata, and SPSS. Cross-sectional, longitudinal, survival, and multilevel analyses with rigorous statistical methods.
Thesis & Dissertation Support
End-to-end guidance for Masters and PhD students — from proposal writing and study design to final defense preparation.
Manuscript Writing & Review
Professional manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed journals, including systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and original research articles.
Epidemiological Study Design
Design of cohort, case-control, cross-sectional, and experimental studies with proper sample size calculations and ethical consideration.
Implementation Science
Applying implementation frameworks (RE-AIM, CFIR) to bridge the gap between research evidence and real-world public health practice.
Bioinformatics & Genomics
Genomic data analysis, sequence alignment, phylogenetic analysis, and computational biology for modern health research.
Machine Learning in Health
Predictive modeling, classification, NLP, and AI-driven analytics applied to clinical and population health data.
Qualitative & Mixed Methods
Thematic analysis, grounded theory, phenomenology, and convergent/explanatory sequential mixed-methods designs.
Biostatistical Consulting
Sample size estimation, power analysis, Bayesian methods, causal inference, and advanced regression techniques.
AI-Powered Clinical Calculators
Our machine learning models for Hypertension and Impaired Fasting Glucose risk stratification are now available online. Developed using nationally representative Ugandan survey data.
Try the Calculators →HTN Risk Tool
LASSO logistic regression with calibration for hypertension screening
IFG Risk Tool
Predict impaired fasting glucose risk without laboratory testing
Video Tutorials & Lectures
Learn epidemiology, biostatistics, and data science on our YouTube channel
Introduction to Epidemiology
Fundamentals of disease distribution and determinants in populations.
Biostatistics for Beginners
Core statistical concepts — hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and more.
Data Analysis with R
Practical tutorials on data wrangling, visualization, and statistical modeling in R.
Our Research Collaborators
Partnering with leading institutions across Africa
Ready to Advance Your Research?
Whether you need help with your thesis, data analysis, or manuscript preparation — our team is here to support you.
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