Uds

The University for Development Studies is a public, multi‑campus university in Tamale, Ghana, known for applied, field‑oriented education serving the northern regions. Industry collaborates through co‑located laboratories and field stations, university farms, and integration with the regional teaching hospital for clinical testing and translation. An annual field placement embeds multidisciplinary student‑faculty teams in communities, enabling pilots, user studies, and rapid feedback with local enterprises and public agencies. Research attracts competitive national and international funding from government ministries, development banks, and global foundations. A dedicated research and innovation office supports grants, IP management, industry contracts, and startup formation.