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Absence of inter-hall sports competitions for the disabled in Makerere University.
(Makerere University, 2023-11)In a quest to explore the experiences of students with disabilities and their involvement in sports activities at Makerere University, this research embarked on an insightful journey. The study, rooted in a survey ... -
Abundance and distribution of Cyathea manniana in kalinzu central forest reserve, southwestern Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-05-05)This study was conducted in Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve, Southwestern Uganda, to assess the abundance and distribution of C. manniana in primary and secondary compartments of this forest reserve. Abundance or population ... -
Abundance and diversity of soil macro fauna in the different agricultural systems in kamira sub-county Luwero district.
(Makerere University, 2021-05-18)Different agricultural systems exert different impacts on soil macrofauna abundance and diversity due to different management systems employed. Agricultual systemS assesed included coffee plantation, maize garden, potato ... -
The abundance of BRUSSONETIA PAPYRIFERA (l.) L'hér ex vent. in Mabira forest central reserve
(Makerere University, 2022-03-31)Mabira Forest Central Reserve is currently undergoing increasing coverage of an invasive species, Brussonetia papyrifera, that contributes to biodiversity loss in the forest reserve. Several studies have shown that B. ... -
Accessibility, quality and competing uses of silver cyprinid (Rastrineobola argentea) from selected markets of Kampala and Masindi.
(Makerere University, 2021-05-07)Silver cyprinid (Rastrineobola argentea) is a small pelagic fish with several competing uses, and ranks third of the top three commercial fish species landed from Lake Victoria. This study investigated the level of ... -
The activity of CENTELLA ASIATICA extract against STAPHYLOCOCCUS Epidermidis.
(Makerere University, 2022)Staphylococcus epidermidis with the highest percentage has the prominent role among coagulase-negative Staphylococci that is the most important reason of clinical infections and this is due to various virulence factors and ... -
Activity of Lantana camara and Aframomum angustifolium Streptococcus extracts on Pneumoniae and Klebsiella Pneumoniae.
(Makerere University, 2021-04-23)The major aim of this study was to examine the invitro antimicrobial activity of Lantana camara and Aframomum angustifolium extracts on Streptococcus pneumoniae and Klebsiella pneumoniae. Streptococcus pneumoniae and ... -
Activity pattern and enclosure usage of black forest cobras (Naja melanoleuca) at Uganda Reptile Village (URV), Entebbe
(2019-04)This study was designed to investigate how the design of enclosures affects the activity budget of the forest cobras which have a very particular habitat choice and behavioral repertoire in the wild. Data was collected at ... -
Adsorption behavior of amoxicillin and sulfamethoxazole antibiotics onto activated carbon antibiotics
(Makerere University, 2020-12)The ability of activated carbon to adsorb the antibiotics, amoxicillin and sulfamethoxazole from an aqueous solution was studied for batch experiments. The adsorption study was done for several variables as contact to e, ... -
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 ... -
Adsorption of lead and different colors from waste water using coconut shells adsorbent in form of simple activated carbon
(Makerere University, 2024)The activated carbon was prepared under limited supply of oxygen from coconut shells as the precursor.The coconut shells are the ones from coconut trees scientifically known as Cocos nucifera, L. Three different pyrolysis ... -
The adsorption of volatile organic compounds
(Makerere University, 2021-03-24)Volatile organic compounds (vocs) discharged into the environment cause negative and health hazards. In the recent years adsorption process has been employed to aid in the remediation process of VOC removal. In this project ... -
Aflatoxin contamination of sliver cyprind(mukene) sold in shops and markets in Kikoni.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-31)The Silver Cyprinid R.argentea (Mukene) provides a highly nourishing and reasonably priced source of protein. After Nile tilapia and Nile perch, mukene is one of Uganda's top three commercial fish species. However, there ... -
Aflatoxin determination in traditional local brew (Malwa)
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Aflatoxin contamination is a common problem in developing countries, particularly in cereals and this poses a serious health risk to its consumers. Malwa is a traditional brew in Uganda whose cereal ingredients are prone ... -
The After effects of Covid-19 pandemic on the livelihood of fish value chain Actors in Rhino Camp Sub County in Madi Okollo district
(Makerere university, 2023-07-05)COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization in 2020 with countries putting up several measures to mitigate and flatten the curve of hospitalizations and death from travel bans to home confinements ... -
Alternative bio waste management by vermicomposting in cities case study: production of organic vermicompost fertilizer and study of its chemical parameters
(Makerere University, 2023-01-30)The aim of the project was to produce vermicomposting from organic solid wastes using the earthworm Eisenia fetida and check the nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium level of the yielded vermicompost. This study examined ... -
An alternative method for determining chloride content in alternative fuels
(Makerere University, 2020-12)The chloride determination in cement plant alternative fuels (AFs) is an essential activity that helps keep the cement quality in the target and of standard. The alternative fuels may include Coffee husks, rice husks, ... -
Amelioration potential of spent mushroom compost on physiochemical properties of heavy metal polluted soils in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Heavy metal pollution of soils due to wastes from mining activities remains a global challenge. In Uganda, mining activity in Kasese has led to extensive land being left unutilized due to the poor quality of soils. Several ... -
Analysis of anti-parasitic activity of citrus reticulata (mandarin orange plant) seed extracts on the sheep and goat hookworm, Bunostomum Trigonocephalum.
(Makerere University, 2023-01-30)Gastro-intestinal helminthosis is one of the most devastating disorders affecting livestock production in Uganda leading to tremendous losses. This is because of ever increasing antihelminthic resistance in prevalent ... -
Analysis of microbial and mineral content of bottled mineral water in Makerere Kikoni
(Makerere University, 2023-01-16)Different brands of bottled mineral water have emerged following the increase in the sales of bottled mineral water around Uganda. Widespread production and consumption of inadequately processed or contaminated bottled ...