About the Directorate

The Technical University of Kenya aims to facilitate education training and research in science, engineering and technology and create an enabling environment for research innovations which are relevant to national socio-economic development.

The Universities research agenda is intended to build capabilities and competencies which will contribute and support the interface of Science, Engineering & Technology and Sustainable development. The TU-K has established a platform for research integration into academia which is geared towards developing innovative solutions in science, engineering, technology, entrepreneurship, industry, and, in policy and decision-making.

The development of applied research at TU-K is guided by the national priorities in research and development and the principles articulated in the Kenya Sector Plan for Science and Technology. The TU-K encourages both basic research and applied research and promotes University and industry collaborations which will result in outcomes that benefit mankind.

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SCIENCE DAY – RESEARCH & EMPLOYABILITY

18 May 2026

SCIENCE DAY – RESEARCH & EMPLOYABILITY

Campus France Kenya is pleased to invite you to an evening dedicated to research, innovation, and career opportunities as part of France Alu...

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IFRA Fieldwork Grants 2026-1 Now Open!

18 May 2026

IFRA Fieldwork Grants 2026-1 Now Open!

IFRA-Nairobi invites applications for fieldwork grants aimed to support Masters, PhD and postdoc students who conduct research in the social...

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IFRA-Nairobi Postdoctoral Fellowship

18 May 2026

IFRA-Nairobi Postdoctoral Fellowship

The “Food Circulations in Africa” program aims to document the social life of food objects in Africa by developing a methodology for analysi...

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ANISE 8th Meeting  - September 24-25, 2026 in Dakar, Senegal

18 May 2026

ANISE 8th Meeting - September 24-25, 2026 in Dakar, Senegal

We have an upcoming conference in Dakar bringing together researchers working on respiratory viruses, including Influenza, RSV, SARS-CoV-2,...

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