— Research & Projects
Rigorous Inquiry, African Context
KIU drives original research across health sciences, engineering, business, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and technology — anchored in the realities of Cameroon and Central Africa.
— Research Disciplines
Our Research Focus Areas
KIU faculty, students, and affiliated researchers contribute to these core fields each tied to KIU’s academic schools and real community challenges.
Healthcare & Public Health Research
Infectious disease epidemiology, clinical microbiology, hospital-based studies, maternal and neonatal health, and health systems quality assurance with a focus on Cameroonian and African hospital settings.
View Articles →Engineering, Technology & Medical Devices
Applied research in biomedical engineering, quality assurance of medical devices, technology policy, and emerging tech applications for healthcare and education in Africa.
View Articles →Business, Management & Entrepreneurship
Research on SME development, business planning, entrepreneurship ecosystems, and economic development strategies relevant to Cameroon's formal and informal economies.
View Articles →Agriculture, Food & Environmental Science
Poultry, fisheries, crop science, and sustainable farming research alongside environmental design and conservation studies that serve rural Cameroonian communities.
View Articles →Community Development & Governance
NGO management, conflict management, community development, leadership, and public administration research contributing to better governance and social cohesion.
View Articles →Education, Training & Human Development
Research on teaching methodologies, higher education integration, vocational training effectiveness, and capacity building aligned with KIU's entrepreneur-education philosophy.
View Articles →— Official Publication Platform
IQ Research Journal (IQRJ)
The IQ Research Journal is KIU’s international open-access, peer-reviewed publishing platform. Every manuscript undergoes structured double-blind peer review to ensure originality, academic integrity, and research quality.
IQRJ is indexed with Google Scholar, CrossRef, ResearchGate, and Academia.edu maximising global visibility for KIU-affiliated researchers.
- ● ISSN: 2790-4296 (Online) · ISBN: 978-9956-504-74-9 (Print)
- ● Average review time: 7–14 working days
- ● Open access — free for readers worldwide
- ● Author e-certificate upon publication
- ● Currently on Volume 005, Issue 002 (May 2026)
- ● Call for Papers: July 2026 issue now open
- ● Powered by Kesmonds International University
— Institutional Milestones
Recent Research & Academic News
KIU continues to grow its academic partnerships and research footprint internationally.
KIU Joins Consortium of Medical Schools – Africa (COMS-A)
A landmark step strengthening KIU's medical education and health sciences research credentials across the African continent.
Global Exchange Program: KIU Cameroon & Fatec Americana, Brazil
A new bilateral exchange programme connecting KIU students and researchers with Fatec Americana, broadening global academic exposure.
KIU Signs MOU with Baku State University
A landmark academic partnership extending KIU's international research and teaching collaboration network into Central Asia.
New MBBS Programme Launched at KIU
KIU opens enrolment for its Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery programme, expanding health sciences education.
