The Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences at Makerere University College of Health Sciences cordially invites staff, students, researchers, and the general public to attend the Public PhD Defense of Ms. Deborah Ekusai Sebatta.
PhD Candidate
Ms. Deborah Ekusai Sebatta
Research Title
Regulation of Data Sharing in Collaborative Human Genomic Research: Ethical, Social and Legal Implications
Defense Details
- Date: Thursday, 23rd April, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM (EAT)
- Venue: MakCHS Conference Room & Online
Join via Zoom
- Meeting Link: https://mak-ac-ug.zoom.us/j/89242549431?pwd=4bHb7XxgEslhnIlhRPyKqa963Ja6A3.1
- Meeting ID: 892 4254 9431
- Passcode: 494259
Opponent
- Assoc. Prof. Violet Naanyu – School of Arts and Social Sciences (SASS), Moi University
External Examiners
- Dr. Gerald Mboowa, PhD – School of Biomedical Sciences, Makerere University
- Dr. Roy G. Mubuuke, PhD – School of Medicine, Makerere University
- Dr. John Barugahare, PhD – School of Liberal and Performing Arts, CHUSS, Makerere University
- Prof. Joseph Ochieng – School of Biomedical Sciences, MakCHS
Supervisors
- Assoc. Prof. Erisa S. Mwaka – Head, Department of Anatomy, School of Biomedical Sciences, Makerere University
- Prof. Shenuka Singh – Discipline of Dentistry, School of Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Dr. David Kyaddondo – Department of Child Health and Development Centre, School of Medicine, Makerere University
Defense Chair
- Assoc. Prof. David P. Kateete – Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences, Makerere University
About the Defense
This PhD research explores critical ethical, social, and legal considerations surrounding data sharing in collaborative human genomic research—an increasingly important area in advancing global health and scientific innovation.
All are welcome to attend and support this important academic milestone.