PhD candidate Regina Wango Kasau
Kenyatta University continues to demonstrate its commitment to impactful research through the outstanding work of PhD candidate Regina Wango Kasau from the School of Engineering and Architecture, whose study on the architectural design of correctional facilities has attracted national attention.
Regina’s research examines how the physical design of Kamiti Maximum Security Prison influences the psychological well-being, behaviour, and rehabilitation of inmates. The study highlights the significant role that architecture plays in shaping correctional environments and contributes to ongoing discussions on prison reform and human-centred design.
The research has been widely applauded for addressing a critical yet often overlooked aspect of the criminal justice system. It has also been featured by TUKO.co.ke, where readers commended the relevance and originality of the study, underscoring the growing impact of Kenyatta University’s research beyond academia.
The study reflects the University’s commitment to generating knowledge that informs policy, addresses societal challenges, and contributes to sustainable national development. By integrating architectural innovation with social research, Regina’s work demonstrates how multidisciplinary scholarship can provide practical solutions to complex societal issues.
The research findings have also been published in the East African Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, further affirming the academic quality and significance of the work within the wider research community.
Members of the public, researchers, students, and professionals are invited to watch Regina Wango Kasau’s full PhD presentation on the Kenyatta University YouTube channel to gain deeper insights into the study and its recommendations for designing correctional facilities that better support rehabilitation.
Kenyatta University congratulates Regina Wango Kasau on this remarkable achievement and remains committed to fostering innovative research that creates meaningful impact locally, regionally, and globally.