Busitema University is pleased to invite researchers, innovators, academicians, students, industry professionals, policymakers, and development partners to submit abstracts for the 4th Busitema University Annual Science, Technology and Innovation Symposium, scheduled to take place from 23rd to 25th September 2026 at the Faculty of Agriculture and Animal Sciences, Arapai Campus, Soroti City.
Theme
"Coordinated Innovations in Science and Technology for Socio-Economic Transformation"
The symposium provides a platform for sharing research findings, innovative ideas, technologies, and best practices that contribute to sustainable development and socio-economic transformation.
Thematic Areas
Submissions are invited in the following thematic areas:
- Innovations in Climate Smart Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resource Management, Food Security and Rural Transformation.
- Next-Generation STEM and Pedagogical Innovations.
- Sustainable Engineering, Infrastructure and Industrial Automation.
- Coordinated STI for Equitable Human Health Systems and Universal Healthcare.
- Innovation, Governance, Entrepreneurship and Gender Inclusive Transformative Systems.
- Artificial Intelligence and Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) Technologies.
Submit Your Abstract
Interested participants are encouraged to submit their abstracts online through the following link:
👉 Application Link:
Submit Your Abstract Here
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Call for Abstracts Opens | 17 June 2026 |
| Abstract Submission Deadline | 03 August 2026 |
| Notification of Successful Abstracts | 31 August 2026 |
| Submission of Revised Abstracts | 11 September 2026 |
Participation Fees
| Category | Fee (UGX) |
|---|---|
| Students | 70,000 |
| Busitema Staff | 100,000 |
| Staff from Other Universities | 150,000 |
| Industry and Private Sector | 150,000 |
| Innovation Exhibitors | 200,000 |
| International Presenters | 300,000 |
Publication Opportunity
Selected full papers from symposium presentations will be considered for publication in a special issue of a peer-reviewed journal.
For More Information
Mr. Ndamanywa Kalisiti (Secretariat)
Tel: +256 786 275 005
Email: kndamywa.adm@busitema.ac.ug
Dr. Peter Opio (Chair Organizing Committee)
Tel: +256 772 639 629
Email: popio.aas@busitema.ac.ug
Busitema University welcomes all stakeholders in science, technology, innovation, and development to participate in this important event as we explore collaborative solutions for sustainable socio-economic transformation.
