Our Research
Team
Leading scientists, clinicians, and public health researchers with complementary expertise spanning epidemiology, psychiatry, social sciences, biostatistics, and implementation science.
The ADARC team brings together faculty from MakSPH and partner universities, united by a shared commitment to advancing research on alcohol, drug abuse, and public health in Uganda and across the African continent.
Core Leadership Team
Prof. Nazarius Mbona Tumwesigye
Centre Director / Principal Investigator
Leads ADARC's strategic direction, research agenda, and institutional partnerships. Principal investigator on multiple studies on alcohol, substance use, and public health in Uganda.
Ms. Claire Biribawa
Senior Researcher / Co-Investigator
Leads research on substance use disorders, treatment, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Key investigator on clinical and community-based studies and SUD treatment outcomes in Uganda.
Dr. Joan Mutyoba
Senior Researcher / Co-Investigator
Leads research on substance use disorders, treatment, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Key investigator on clinical and community-based studies.
Ms. Cissie Namanda
Senior Research / Co-Investigator
Supports research operations, data management, fieldwork coordination, and community engagement across ADARC studies.
International Collaborators
Dr. Isabelle Uny
International Research Collaborator
Collaborates with ADARC on qualitative research methodologies, particularly in the area of substance use and social determinants.
Prof. Neo Morojele
International Collaborator — University of Johannesburg
Africa regional collaborator supporting ADARC's research agenda on alcohol use disorders and policy in the African context. Partner in establishing the INEBRIA Africa chapter.
Clinical & Advisory Partners
Dr. Basangwa
Clinical Advisor / Collaborating Psychiatrist
Provides clinical expertise and institutional linkage to Butabika National Referral Mental Hospital, Uganda's primary mental health treatment centre.
Dr. Kenneth Kalani
Research Collaborator / Clinical Investigator
Collaborates on ADARC clinical studies relating to substance use disorders and treatment in Uganda.
National Advisory Group
An advisory board listing National Advisory Group (NAG) members will be added here, including representatives from key institutions and organisations supporting ADARC's mission.