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Antibacterial activity of plectranthus cyaneus (Otto E. Schulz,1908) leaf extract against salmonella typhi and staphylococcus aureus
(Makerere University, 2023-08)
Wound infections are a significant health threat, and the improper use of antibiotics has led to the development of antibiotic-resistant microorganisms. Salmonella typhi post-operative infections are rare, but they highlight ...
Distribution of aquaculture facilities in Kyenjojo District
(Makerere University, 2023-09)
The aquaculture sector plays a vital role in meeting the growing demand for fish products and contributing to the socio-economic development of communities. This research aimed at exploring the spatial distribution of ...
Assessment of the composition and quality of rainwater obtained from rooftops/ironsheets of different homesteads and industrial areas around kampala.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-21)
This research focuses on the analysis and assessment of the current composition and quality of rainwater samples that were collected from the rooftops of different households and open spaces or free atmosphere around ...
Growth performance of silkworms (Bombyx mori) fed on mulberry leaves containing propolis
(Makerere University., 2023-08-07)
Propolis has been suggested to be an alternative additive for use in intensive animal production. Moreover, it was recently shown to boost the performance of the black soldier fly. In order to foster improved silkworm ...
In-silico screening of anti-viral compounds against monkeypox virus Thymidylate kinase.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-18)
The monkeypox disease is a global emergency without a cure yet realized and available medications are used only to treat symptoms. Wide screening, identification, and validation of potential small molecule non-peptidomimetic ...
The effect of a concoction of oldenlandia corymbosa and ageratum conyzoides on lactase activity.
(Makerere University., 2023-07-24)
Lactose intolerance is defined as a metabolic disorder where people are unable to digest significant amounts of lactose due to insufficient production of the lactase enzyme. The enzyme lactase is a beta-galactosidase ...
Evaluation of Gastric Anti-ulcer activity and acute toxicity of ethanolic leaf extracts of Plectranthus caespitosus Lukhoba & A.J. Paton in winstar albino rats.
(Makerere University, 2023-08-04)
Plectranthus caespitosus is a plant used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including gastric ulcers. The aim of this study was to assess the phytochemistry, acute toxicity, and anti-ulcer ...
Diversity and abundance of birds in rice growing agro-ecological systems: a case study of doho rice scheme.
(Makerere university., 2023-07-28)
Birds are essential components of any ecosystem in terms of continuing ecological cycles (Haider et al., 2022), particularly in the food chains and webs. The diversity and abundance of avifauna biodiversity in the Doho ...
Laboratory wastewater treatment using activated carbon obtained from dry maize cobs
(Makerere University, 2023-03-12)
This research project was aimed at treating laboratory wastewater obtained from and tested at Uganda Industry Research Institute (UIRI) Chemistry laboratory. The significance of this research was to create a basis for the ...
Egg development and hatchability rate of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) at varying temperatures
(Makerere University, 2023-08-25)
The results showed that the optimal temperature for incubating Oreochromis niloticus eggs ranged from 28–31°C. This temperature range results better hatching rate and less incubation period. Despite the fact that embryonic ...