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Assessment of the influence of wetland modification on bird communities of Lubigi in Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02-03)
Lubigi is one of the largest wetlands in Central Uganda which has unique wildlife including over 61 bird species, the objective of the study was to assess the influence of wetland modification on bird communities of Lubigi. ...
Effects of anthropogenic activities on the diversity and distribution of macro-invertebrates in Katanga stream
(Makerere University, 2021-01-28)
Katanga stream flows through Katanga slum situated between Makerere University and Mulago hospital. The stream receives untreated waste water from various anthropogenic activities such as motor vehicle washing, motor vehicle ...
Assessment of heavy metals (Lead,Arsenic,Cadmium) in yams grown in Kampala wetlands.
(Makerere University, 2021-02-22)
Yams consumed in Kampala are grown in wetlands around Kampala, which receive untreated industrial wastes, laden with heavy metals. Yams are known to accumulate heavy metals from the soils on which they are grown. Heavy ...
Effects of anthropogenic activities on the diversity and distribution of macro-invertebrates in Katanga stream
(Makerere University, 2021-01-28)
Katanga stream flows through Katanga slum situated between Makerere University and Mulago
hospital. The stream receives untreated waste water from various anthropogenic activities such
as motor vehicle washing, motor ...
Use of pectin fibers from water hyacinth and banana peels as an anti-obesity food supplement
(Makerere University, 2021-02-22)
This research aimed at utilizing phytomass pectin from water hyacinth and banana
peels to formulate an anti-obesity food ration whose effects were tested using Wister
female albino rats.
Obesity is a condition of excess ...
Growth and survival of Nile tilapia fingerlings fed on earthworm meal (Eisenia fetida) as a protein supplement
(Makerere University, 2021-02-19)
Lack of a sustainable protein supplement for use in fish feed formulation is a challenge to the aquaculturalists in the 21st century that necessitates identification and testing of conventional sources. This research aimed ...
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Adult Ugandan Athletes towards Covid-19 during the lockdown
(2021-02-11)
Covid-19 is a growing epidemic and pandemic that forced lock downs across the world including Uganda. Knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAPs) related to covid-19 during lockdown can inform the level of awareness and ...
Assessing fermentation efficiency of sugarcane molasses
(Makerere University, 2021-02-19)
Due to the gradual decline in the fossil fuel reserves and high pollution levels resulting from burning of fossil fuel, great concern to establish green and renewable sources of energy has increased around the world. ...
Design and construction of a simple wired two station intercom systems
(Balikuddembe Joseph, 2021-02-19)
This is a design of a two stationed intercom system for easing communication between two or more rooms/offices within the same building or organisation. The main component of this system is the operational amplifier and ...
Relationship between Hiv-1 specific T-cell and antibody responses in chronically infected antiretroviral naive Ugandan patients
(Makerere University, 2021-02-22)
The interaction between T- and B-cells is vital for effective protective immunity because this relationship leads to production of optimal T-cell dependent antibodies. This study aimed at determining whether there is an ...