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Research & Innovation

Driving technological advancement and business innovation through cutting-edge research

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Research Focus Areas

Our research spans across IT, Software Development, and Business innovation

AI & Machine Learning

Intelligent Systems
AI & Machine Learning

Developing advanced AI algorithms and machine learning models for business applications, predictive analytics, and intelligent systems.

  • Natural Language Processing
  • Computer Vision Applications
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Reinforcement Learning
  • AI Ethics and Governance

Current Project: Developing AI-powered customer service chatbots for East African businesses

Software Engineering

Advanced Development
Software Engineering

Researching innovative software development methodologies, architecture patterns, and quality assurance techniques.

  • Agile & DevOps Methodologies
  • Microservices Architecture
  • Software Testing Automation
  • Cloud-native Development
  • Low-code Platforms

Current Project: Building scalable microservices architecture for financial institutions

Business Technology

Digital Transformation
Business Technology

Exploring how emerging technologies transform business models, operations, and customer experiences across industries.

  • Digital Transformation Strategies
  • E-commerce Innovation
  • Business Process Automation
  • Technology Adoption Models
  • Digital Marketing Analytics

Current Project: Digital transformation in Kenyan SMEs: Challenges and opportunities

Cybersecurity

Digital Protection
Cybersecurity

Developing advanced security protocols, threat detection systems, and privacy-preserving technologies for digital ecosystems.

  • Network Security
  • Cryptography & Encryption
  • Threat Intelligence
  • Privacy-preserving AI
  • Blockchain Security

Current Project: Developing AI-based intrusion detection for financial networks

Data Science

Analytics & Insights
Data Science

Advancing data analytics methodologies, big data processing, and visualization techniques for business intelligence.

  • Big Data Analytics
  • Predictive Modeling
  • Data Visualization
  • Real-time Analytics
  • Data Governance

Current Project: Real-time analytics platform for supply chain optimization

FinTech Innovation

Financial Technology
FinTech Innovation

Researching disruptive financial technologies, blockchain applications, and digital payment systems for emerging markets.

  • Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
  • Mobile Payment Systems
  • Regulatory Technology
  • Digital Banking
  • Financial Inclusion

Current Project: Blockchain-based remittance system for East Africa

Innovation Labs & Centers

State-of-the-art facilities driving innovation and research excellence

AI & Robotics Lab

Advanced laboratory for artificial intelligence research, robotics development, and machine learning experiments.

  • High-performance computing cluster
  • Robotics prototyping equipment
  • AI model training infrastructure
  • Collaboration spaces

Cybersecurity Center

Secure environment for cybersecurity research, penetration testing, and digital forensics investigations.

  • Isolated testing network
  • Forensics workstations
  • Threat intelligence platform
  • Secure collaboration tools

Digital Innovation Hub

Collaborative space for software development, mobile app creation, and digital product design.

  • Modern development workstations
  • Mobile testing devices
  • UI/UX design tools
  • Agile project rooms

Featured Research Projects

Current and recent research initiatives making an impact

AI Agriculture Project
AI & Agriculture

Smart Farming Decision Support System

Developing AI-powered system to help small-scale farmers optimize crop yields using satellite imagery and weather data.

Team Member Team Member Team Member +2 more
Funding: $150,000 Ongoing
Blockchain Project
Blockchain & FinTech

Secure Cross-Border Payment System

Building a blockchain-based payment platform to reduce remittance costs and increase financial inclusion in East Africa.

Team Member Team Member +3 more
Funding: $200,000 Ongoing
Healthcare Project
HealthTech

AI-Powered Diagnostic Assistant

Developing machine learning models to assist healthcare professionals in early disease detection from medical images.

Team Member Team Member +4 more
Funding: $180,000 Completed

Industry Partnerships

Collaborating with leading organizations to drive innovation

Recent Publications

Research contributions from our faculty and students

"Machine Learning Approaches for Fraud Detection in Mobile Money Transactions"

Kamau, J., Akinyi, S., & Ochieng, D.

Journal of Financial Technology, 2023

"Adoption of Agile Methodologies in East African Software Startups"

Mwangi, P., & Hassan, A.

International Conference on Software Engineering, 2023

"Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency: Case Study of Kenyan Agriculture"

Odhiambo, L., Chebet, M., & Maina, K.

Blockchain Research and Applications, 2023

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