Semawule Syrus

A passionate Biochemist becoming a Bioinformatician.

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

We were privileged to host Hon. @EngJonard, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, and the @ProfNawangwe, Vice Chancellor, @Makerere at ACE-Uganda.

Presented: Genomic analysis and structural modelling to assess whether Zaire Ebola treatments could work for Bundibugyo.

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

Can existing Zaire Ebola treatments work against the Bundibugyo species?

At #AFREhealth_26 @semawule presented genomic & structural analysis to answer that question.

This work is considered for publication in Nature Comms journal.

Pre-print DOI: https://t.co/S7pXX4NydL

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

Are you passionate about #Bioinformatics or Health Data Science?

Applications for the 2026/27 intake are still open for the MSc and PhD Bioinformatics program at @Makerere!

Application Deadline: 31st March 2026

Apply here: https://t.co/ZJIIbbaRyo

#Bioinformatics
#DataScience

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

Tools that think ahead of the bug. 17 institutions. 10 African countries. One room. Last week,the mission was clear:figure out how AI can actually fight AMR.Not in theory, but in practice across African health systems. What started in that room isn't staying there. #AIinAMRUG2026

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

🧬Call for Abstracts | AI & AMR Symposium 2026✨

Are you interested in the Application of #AI in #AMR?

Submit your Abstract now for the AI & AMR Symposium 2026!

📅Date: 16–17 March 2026
📍Venue: Kampala, Uganda
🕒Submit by: 31 Jan 2026

🔗Submit Here: https://t.co/ruJ9RgyEOg

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

Day 3 of the #AlphaFoldWorkshopUG2025 at @IDIMakerere, @Makerere 🌠!

Today’s sessions explored:
🔹 Extensions of #AlphaFold
🔹 Applications of #AlphaFold in vaccine & drug design, synthetic biology, and protein engineering

Thanks to @GoogleDeepMind for the support.

#AlphaFold

[Science for Africa Foundation @SciforAfrica]

We are looking for a Programme Officer to join our #MentalHealth Research and Development Programme, which is designed to advance an enabling, sustainable research environment for mental wellbeing in Africa. Details 🔗 https://t.co/u9K4ZwqnEI

[Semawule Syrus @semawule]

The 15th @AfSHG_Genetics and 1st Ugandan Society of Human Genetics poster presentation outcomes.

[Semawule Syrus @semawule]

All you need to know and see about the 15th African Society of Human Genetics and 1st Ugandan Society of Human Genetics conference. https://t.co/rqa4YI2st7

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

🎉We’ve had the honor of celebrating the #Bioinformatics graduates with @akambugu, ED, and @ShereniSusan, Head of Finance, of @IDIMakerere🎓✨.
@akambugu shared how career paths often take unexpected turns and encouraged graduates to embrace diverse opportunities🌟.
#mak75thgrad

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

🎉@ACEUganda celebrates 1 PhD🎓 and 12 MSc🎓 Bioinformatics graduates at this year's #Mak75thGrad🥳. This event also saw our Director, @Daudi_j, honored with the mid-career award by @MakCoCIS. Proud to support these journeys alongside @Makerere and @IDIMakerere. Congratulations✨

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

@GaliwangoR shares insights on fighting #AMR.
Every action against #AMR matters.
This #WAAW2024, let’s use antibiotics responsibly, support research, and push for stronger policies. Together, we can safeguard the medicines that save lives💊✨.
#FightAMR
#EducateAdvocateActnow

[ACE Bioinformatics & Data Sciences @AceUganda]

Prevent AMR with V-HOPE: Vaccinate, practice Hygiene, take antibiotics Only when prescribed, complete your Prescription, and Ensure no sharing or misuse of antibiotics.

Together we can fight #AMR
#WAAW2024
#EducateAdvocateActnow

[Happy Betty @happy_hba]

✨ From dreaming of the skies to coding for them! 🌍✈️ @aerobuddiesug rekindled my passion for aviation through inspiring meetups. I've learned how to blend my software engineering skills with my love for planes. 🚀💻 Never too late to chase your dreams! #AeroBuddies #Aviation...

[Semawule Syrus @semawule]

@Chriskintu2021 @AfSHGenetics @TACG_Group Help with the recording, please!

[Semawule Syrus @semawule]

Don't miss a hands-on variant calling session, today!!! @IDIMakerere @AceUganda @Makerere @KEMRI_Wellcome @Pwaniuni

[Semawule Syrus @semawule]

A huge shoutout to the amazing team at Stanbic Bank Wandegeya! Their friendly smiles and exceptional service make banking a breeze. A special thanks to Tendo for her professionalism. Keep up the great work! @stanbicug

[Semawule Syrus @semawule]

Thanks to @AceUganda, @afribioimaging , @Makerere, @IDIMakerere for the Bioimage Analysis Workshop.
I have learnt to use an open-source software called FiJi for Image preprocessing (filtering, stacking) and Analysis (segmentation, thresholding).

[Semawule Syrus @semawule]

@GeraldGmboowa Waooo
Its a must read
Just inquiring whether its also possible to look at the evolution of these resistant genes if longtudinal data is available.

[Semawule Syrus @semawule]

@DrostFelix @mo_lotfollahi Thanks alot