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Design of a process line for Nitrocellulose-based gunpowder
(Makerere University, 2019-06)The manufacture of nitrocellulose-based gunpowder involves the following unit operations and processes; raw material storage and feed preparation, Nitration, centrifugation, drowning, boiling, pulping, poaching, screening ... -
Factors affecting biology performance in three chosen secondary schools in Walukuba/Masese Sub County Jinja district
(Makerere University, 2019-12)This study investigated the factors affecting Biology Performance in three (3) schools in Walukuba/Masese Division in Jinja district, Uganda. The objectives were to find out the effect of teacher quality on learners’ biology ... -
Design of a production line for nitrocellulose-based gunpowder
(Makerere University, 2018)The manufacture of nitrocellulose-based gunpowder involves the following unit operations and processes; raw material storage and feed preparation, Nitration, centrifugation, drowning, boiling, pulping, poaching, screening ... -
Adsorption of lead (II) ions from synthetic waste water using biochar derived from sugar cane bagasse
(Makerere University, 2019-07)In this research, adsorption technique was applied for the removal of heavy metal i.e. lead and zinc in synthetic waste water. Biochar derived from sugarcane bagasse was preferred to any other materials because of its ... -
Determining the diversity and distribution of macroinvertebrates in Tende Sub-Bay of Murchison Bay, Lake Victoria (Pearl Aquatics Cage Fish Farm)
(Makerere University, 2019-05)Growing fish in cages is practiced in many parts of the world but has in the last 20 years become a popular fish farming practice in Africa specifically in Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Aquaculture ... -
Assessment of the maintenance, safety practices and liability control in Kampala swimming pools
(Makerere University, 2019-10)The purpose of this study was to assess the maintenance, safety practices and liability control of Kampala swimming pools. The study was guided by three main objectives; - Assess the maintenance practices at swimming ... -
Status of the protection zone along River Manafwa, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-08-13)Protection zones (riparian zones) are established and maintained under regulation 29 of environmental regulations 2000. These zones are to ensure that these (rivers) ecological systems are in healthy state. However, despite ... -
Exercise prescription knowledge, attitude and practice of health professionals in Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2019-09)Health professionals have access to a large proportion of the sedentary population and can play a key role in motivating people to become physically more active. The aim of the study was to assess exercise prescription ... -
Parasite fauna of farmed Nile tilapia (oreochromis Niloticus Linnaeus, 1758) in Zombo district
(Makerere University, 2019-12)Aquaculture is an important food contributor to the global and local economy. Diseases and parasite infections have been recognized as one of the detrimental and limiting factors in the development of aquaculture. Besides, ... -
Isolation and characterization of amylase producing bacteria from Kabaka's lake
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Since industrial amylase is usually extracted from bacteria and fungi, it is mandatory to isolate a local high amylase producing strain. The aim of the current study was to isolate and characterize an amylase producing ... -
Geology and geophysics fieldwork report of the Albertine Graben, Semliki Area, Ntoroko District, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-06)A field work and excursion study to the Albertine graben under the guidance of our lecturers during the recess term of third year of our study for 14 days. The area of study was Semliki basin located in the southern part ... -
Design and construction of a motor speed control of direct current motor
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Precise speed control is an important requirement for efficient industrial automation. Direct current (DC) motors have been extensively used for this purpose. The conventional method employs analog circuits to control ... -
Geological mapping project of Igayaza in Isingiro district, South Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-05-29)This geologic mapping exercise was carried out in Igayaza located in Isingiro district in south western part of Uganda. The area mapped is within the Karagwe Ankolean system of rocks which stratigraphically overly the ... -
Implementation of ICT in teaching and learning among selected secondary schools in Jinja District, Uganda
(2019-10)The purpose of this study was to examine the use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in teaching and learn in among selected schools in Jinja District. The focus was on three main aspects; teachers' expertise in ... -
Distribution of macro invertebrates along Bulyera stream, Lubigi catchment
(Makerere University, 2019-10)Bulyera stream, located in northeastern part of Kampala, the capital city of Uganda, is under the significant anthropogenic influence, which affects its physical and chemical characteristics and subsequently altering the ... -
Design, construction and testing the performance of a simple solar water heater
(Makerere University, 2018-05-17)A growing demand for emerging alternative energy technologies is fueled by rising energy prices and decreasing energy supplies. Domestic hot water heating is an industry that continues to benefit from increased research ... -
Parasite fauna of farmed Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus Linnaeus, 1758) in Zombo district
(Makerere University, 2019-12)Aquaculture is an important food contributor to the global and local economy. Diseases and parasite infections have been recognized as one of the detrimental and limiting factors in the development of aquaculture. Besides, ... -
Diversity of tree and shrub species in Agali sub county- Lira district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Information on woody species occurring in different habitats/areas is critical for sustainable land management, biodiversity conservation, and informing food security interventions. The aim of the study was to characterize ... -
Prevalence of rift valley fever among ruminant animals in Busia district in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-07)Rift valley fever is a disease caused by a Phlebovirus affecting both humans and animals. During history the virus has caused outbreaks mainly in Africa, sometimes of severe nature. In the early 1930s, the virus was first ...
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