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Gerald Kwikiriza publishes papers on impacts of aquaculture on native fish species in Uganda

Since 2022 Gerald Kwikiriza is a PhD candidate at the Institute for Integrative Nature Conservation Research, BOKU University. His research investigates the ecological and genetic impacts of aquaculture on native tilapia species in Uganda’s lake systems. He has recently published two papers.

3 min lesen · 26. Juni 2025
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Getu Abebe’s journey from BOKU to forest and ecosystem restoration in the Ethiopian Highlands

Getu Abebe’s studies at BOKU in Austria were a turning point in his career, deepening his expertise in forestry, soil science, and sustainable land management. The hands-on training and international collaboration he experienced there laid a strong foundation for his impactful research on restoring Ethiopia’s degraded highland ecosystems.

2 min lesen · 16. Juni 2025
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Pauline Macharia: On the Nexus between Migration and Environment - from Theory to Practice

After earning her PhD from Vienna Technical University in 2021, Pauline Macharia shifted her career path from academia to international development. She joined the International Organization for Migration in Sierra Leone exploring the nexus between human mobility and climate change. Drawing from her own experience as a student migrant, she now advocates for youth empowerment and safe, regular migration pathways to help others avoid the dangers of irregular migration.

3 min lesen · 16. Juni 2025
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Melsew Amsalu Wubneh presented PhD research at prestigious EGU General Assembly 2025

Melsew Amsalu Wubneh attended the European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly 2025 in Vienna from 27 April to 2 May. The conference attracts researchers from all over the world and serves as a platform for scientific exchange, fostering dialogue among researchers and policy makers, as well as collaboration and networking for future research and academic activities.

2 min lesen · 28. Mai 2025
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Hope Mwanake presented PhD research at EGU General Assembly 2025

Hope Mwanake attended the European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly 2025, held at the Austria Center Vienna from 27 April to 2 May. This high-profile international conference brought together over 19,000 geoscientists from around the world, covering all disciplines of Earth, planetary, and space sciences. The EGU General Assembly serves as a vibrant forum for scientists, especially early career researchers, to present their work and engage with experts across various geoscience fields.

4 min lesen · 28. Mai 2025
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PhD Research on microplastics in Lake Victoria fish

Timothy Omara, an APPEAR scholar and PhD candidate at BOKU University, presented his research on microplastic pollution in some endemic fish species of Lake Victoria at the MICROPLASTICdays 2025. As part of the APPEAR-funded ECSDevelop project, his study investigates the sources, seasonal variations, and removal of microplastics, contributing valuable insights into environmental sustainability

3 min lesen · 28. Mai 2025
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Advancing sustainable water use and ecosystem conservation through research and leadership in Uganda

Our former scholar William Okello is a leading limnologist and Associate Professor at Soroti University, has over 18 years of experience in aquatic research and environmental leadership. His PhD studies at the University of Vienna profoundly shaped his scientific outlook, inspiring innovations in Uganda’s water ecosystem management and forging lasting international partnerships that continue to drive impactful research.

3 min lesen · 02. Mai 2025
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Investigating Microplastics in Lake Victoria, Uganda

Timothy Omara, an APPEAR scholar and PhD candidate at BOKU University, presented his research on microplastic pollution in Uganda’s Lake Victoria at the ANAKON conference in March 2025. As part of the APPEAR-funded ECSDevelop project, his study investigates the sources, seasonal variations, and removal of microplastics, contributing valuable insights into environmental sustainability.

3 min lesen · 08. April 2025
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Simegn Kassa Alamirew completed PhD at BOKU University

Simegn Kassa Alamirew, a distinguished lecturer at Bahir Dar University, has dedicated over a decade to academia, specializing in social anthropology. In December 2024, she completed her PhD research on “Dietary Behaviour of Women of Reproductive Age in Ethiopia: Socio-Cultural Factors and Care for Women“ at the Institute of Development Research, BOKU University, Vienna, under the supervision of Prof. Stefanie Lemke and funded by APPEAR.

5 min lesen · 20. März 2025
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Municipal Solid Waste Management in Uganda

Francis Okori presents research at the ISWA World Congress.

2 min lesen · 03. Jänner 2025
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The nexus between urbanisation and housing in Ethiopia

Moges Wubet Shita researches housing, livelihoods, and land use in Ethiopia’s rapidly expanding cities.

3 min lesen · 03. Jänner 2025
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APPEAR in practice 19: Report - Sustainable future for the Vjosa River in Albania

On 4 December the project team of APPEAR Project VjoSusDev presented their research activities on Europe's "last free-flowing river" at OeAD.

4 min lesen · 17. Dezember 2024