Launch of the Vice Chancellor and CEO’s Research and Innovation Fund

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KCA University marked a significant milestone with the launch of the Vice Chancellor and CEO’s Research and Innovation Fund, underscoring the institution’s steadfast commitment to fostering a culture of academic excellence and innovation.

With an initial seed capital of Ksh 10 million, the fund has been strategically designed to catalyze and support research-based innovation activities among both the esteemed faculty and the dynamic student body.

Aligned with the overarching mission of promoting research, innovation, and outreach at KCA University, the launch of this fund embodies the university’s visionary approach toward nurturing a robust and dynamic research ecosystem.

The Vice Chancellor’s Research Fund is set to play a pivotal role in amplifying the university’s research prowess and academic contributions on both a local and global scale.

The key objectives of the Vice Chancellor’s Research Fund encompass a holistic approach to fostering a culture of excellence and ethical conduct within the university’s research endeavors. These objectives include:

  • Stimulating and promoting creativity that enables outstanding research outputs among the KCA University community
  • Building capacity among faculty and students for stellar research outputs and publications
  • Strengthening adherence to research ethics
  • Promoting the utilization of research findings for societal development
  • Promoting collaborative research between and within disciplines in the University
  • To strengthening the university-industry partnership
  • To promoting research uptake

In addition to the launch of the Vice Chancellor and CEO’s Research and Innovation Fund, the university also celebrated the commendable achievement of one of its students, Maryanne Wakarindi, pursuing a Master of Science in Data Analytics, for her innovative contribution to the healthcare sector.

Maryanne’s Surgical App, aimed at streamlining the referral process for patients, particularly those with chronic diseases, has garnered recognition and acceptance from Jumuiya Group of Hospitals.

This success serves as a testament to the university’s commitment to nurturing a culture of innovation and providing a conducive environment for students to thrive and make meaningful contributions to society.