Dr. Catherine Namuga is a dedicated Textile Engineer, lecturer, and researcher with a strong foundation in textile science, materials engineering, and applied research. She currently serves as a lecturer in the Department of Polymer, Textile and Industrial Engineering, where she teaches a wide range of courses including textile chemistry, polymer science, fabric technology, textile wet processing, spinning and yarn engineering, knitting technology, and textile printing and finishing. In addition to teaching, she actively supervises student research projects and participates in academic research, outreach, and industrial training.
Dr. Namuga holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Makerere University, an MSc in Textile Engineering from the University of Borås in Sweden, and a BSc in Textile and Clothing Technology from Kyambogo University, Uganda. Her academic and research career reflects a strong commitment to interdisciplinary innovation, particularly in the development of functional materials for medical, agricultural, and engineering applications.
Her research interests focus on functional and biomedical textiles, with particular emphasis on antimicrobial, antioxidant, and wound-healing applications derived from natural products and advanced material technologies such as nano-encapsulation and electrospinning. She has authored and co-authored several peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals, contributing significantly to the fields of textile engineering, biomaterials, and applied sciences.
Passionate about teaching and mentorship, Dr. Namuga is committed to fostering critical thinking and promoting research-driven learning among her students. She is driven by the goal of translating academic research into practical solutions that address real-world challenges through innovative and interdisciplinary approaches.
• Namuga C., Muwonge H., Lubwama M., Janet N., Sekulima T., & Kirabira, JB. (2022). Antibacterial activities of Bidens Pilosa L, Hoslundia opposita Vahl, and Ageratum conyzoides L against some common wound pathogens. African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, 16(5), 64-78.
• Rwahwire S., Namuga C., & Ildephonse N. (2020). Application of electrospun materials in packaging industry. Electrospun Materials and Their Allied Applications, 131-149.
• Nambajjwe, C., Musinguzi, W. B., Rwahwire, S., Kasedde, A., Namuga, C., & Nibikora, I. (2020). Improving electricity from silk cocoons through feeding silkworms with silver nanoparticles. Materials Today: Proceedings.
• Namuga C. Old to become as good as new : Pretreatment for gentle shredding [Student thesis] 2017.Available at: https://www.divaportal.org/smash/record.jsf?pid=diva2%3A1177 135&dswid=-1232.
• Rwawiire S., Catherine N., Baker K. S., & Davis G. (2012). Processing of natural fiber textiles from Ficus natalensis and Antiaris toxicaria. In Proceedings of the 2nd international symposium on sustainable development through research in natural textile fibers, textile products, trade,and marketing.