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Research

Publications

Peer-reviewed research and scholarly publications by UMST faculty and students, contributing to global medical knowledge.

Published

Publications

Oncology ABCL-1458

Role of CCND1 Expression in Tumor Microenvironment Modeling and Drug Response in DLBCL: Bioinformatics Approaches

This study investigates the role of CCND1 expression in shaping the tumor microenvironment and influencing drug response in Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL) using advanced bioinformatics methodologies.

Bioinformatics ABCL-1150

Immune Landscape of Notch Ligand Delta-Like 1 (DLL1) Overexpression in Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma

An analysis of the immune landscape associated with the overexpression of the Notch ligand DLL1 in Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma, exploring its implications for immunotherapy and disease prognosis.

Maternal Health 2025

Hemoglobin Level, Anemia, and Obesity Among Pregnant Women in Kigali, Rwanda

A cross-sectional study examining the relationship between hemoglobin levels, anemia prevalence, and obesity among pregnant women attending antenatal care in Kigali, Rwanda.

Cardiology 2025

Clinical Characteristics, Indications, and Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Permanent Pacemaker Implantation

A clinical study reviewing the characteristics, indications, and patient outcomes associated with permanent pacemaker implantation, contributing to the evidence base for cardiac device management in Africa.

Public Health 2025

Assessment of Mid-Upper Arm Circumference for Detecting Obesity in Pregnant Women

This study evaluates the utility of mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) as a screening tool for detecting obesity in pregnant women, offering a low-cost alternative to conventional BMI-based assessments.

Medical Education 2025

Maintaining Vital Medical Education Programs Despite the Devastating Effects of the Sudanese War

A reflective account and analysis of how UMST and partner institutions sustained medical education programming in Sudan amid the ongoing humanitarian and conflict crisis, with lessons for education resilience.

Anatomy & Education 2025

Perceptions of Medical Students Toward Cadaver Dissection in the Anatomy Course at Two African Universities

A comparative study of medical student attitudes and perceptions toward cadaver dissection at two African universities, examining emotional, ethical, and educational dimensions of anatomy laboratory work.

AI & Medical Imaging 2025

Automated Detection of Fatty Liver in CT Scans Using Deep Learning

A deep learning-based approach for the automated detection of fatty liver disease in computed tomography (CT) scans, demonstrating high accuracy and potential for clinical deployment in resource-limited settings.

Biomedical Engineering 2025

Non-Invasive Wearable Glucose Monitoring System Using NIR Spectroscopy and IoT Integration

Development and evaluation of a non-invasive wearable device for continuous glucose monitoring using near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy integrated with IoT connectivity, aimed at improving diabetes management.