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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 ... -
Effect of processing on phytochemical levels(lemon grass and african basil)
(Makerere university., 2023-11-10)Phytochemicals are chemical compounds produced by plants generally to help them resist fungi, bacteria and plant virus infections, and also consumption by insects and other animals. Phytochemicals can be found in; fruits, ... -
The effect of wood ash on the germination and growth of solanum esculentum.
(Makerere University., 2023-07-14)The present study was conducted to determine the effect of wood ash application on different parameters of Solanum esculentum including seed germination, internode length, and leaf number. The seeds of S. esculentum ... -
Effectiveness of closed fishing season in fisheries management: a case of lake kwania
(Makerere university., 2023-01-04)Lake Kwania recorded a decline in fish stock and species diversity since the year 2005 (NaFIRRI report, 2006; Ogutu-Ohwayo et al. 2005). Therefore, government of Uganda suspended fishing activities on Lake Kwania in March ... -
Effectiveness of vermicomposting as an approach to solid wate management.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-24)This final report presents the findings of a comprehensive study conducted in Bulera Parish, Mityana District, to assess the effectiveness of vermicomposting as an approach to solid waste management. The main objective ... -
The effects of changing water levels on the fishing activities of fishermen along Pakech-jukaal fishing zone in Pakwach district, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2022-12-13)Fisheries support livelihoods but are threatened by climate variability and change. This study used quantitative and qualitative methods to determine the extent to which fishing activities and fishermen livelihoods around ... -
Electromagnetic radiation emitted from different homes
(Makerere University, 2023-01-30)Radiation is energy that comes from a source and travels through space at the speed of light. This energy has an electric field and a magnetic field associated with it, and has wave-like properties. You could also call ... -
Evaluation of Antimicrobial resistance of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from selected cattle farms.
(Makerere University., 2024-01-23)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasingly serious global health problem. Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is a highly adaptable gram-positive bacterium pathogen causing various infections associated with mastitis ... -
Evaluation of levels of use of legal fishing gears on selected landing sites on lake Victoria, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2022-04-22)Nile Perch fishing in Lake Victoria is done using gillnets and hooks on long lines as the main fishing gears. These gears have been deployed in the lake indiscriminately to the extent that in early 2000s the species showed ... -
Exercise-Related injuries in fitness centers in Kampala City: A situational analysis.
(Makerere university., 2023-11-29)Fitness facilities provide an avenue for people to engage in physical activity, which is widely encouraged to improve health. However, there is a risk of injury. This study aimed to identify exercise-related injuries in ... -
Factors limiting Teso sub region from producing elite athletes in track events.
(Makerere University., 2023-11-08)The main objective of this study was to establish the factors limiting Teso sub-region from producing elite athletes in track events. This was done using interviews and document review from 23 respondents. The analysis was ... -
Foraging activities of stingless bee (Meliponula bocandei) on Mikanai cordifolia in Kalinzu Central forest reserve, Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2023-09-12)Stingless bees are social bees which lack a functional sting and are sometimes called stingless honey bees or simply meliponines. They occur in perennial colonies and about 500 species inhabit the world’s tropical and ... -
Geological mapping project report of area b, Igayaza-Isingiro District from 30/01/2022 to 08/02/2022.
(Makerere University., 2022-10-27)This report comprises a detailed compilation of aims, methods, findings, interpretations, conclusions and recommendations for the Igayaza-Isingiro geological mapping exercise and field excursion to south western Uganda. ... -
Geological mapping project report of area h, Igayaza-Isingiro district from 30/01/2022 to 08/02/2022.
(Makerere University., 2022-10-27)The Gayaza mapping project is carried out by second year undergraduate students of Geology and petroleum geoscience and production at the department of geology and petroleum studies at Makerere University. The project is ... -
Honeybee forage plants and visitation counts on different forage plants during day.
(Makerere University, 2021-04-30)This survey was conducted between October 2020 and January 2021 in Adekokwok and Amach Sub-county of Lira District, Northern Uganda. The aim was to determine the honeybee forage plants and assess honeybee visitation ... -
The impact of the geographical zone on the antimicrobial activity of propolis against Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and yeast Candida albicans.
(Makerere University., 2024-01-03)This study evaluated the antimicrobial activity of three samples of propolis on 3 species of microorganisms: Gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus, and Gram-negative Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and yeast Candida albicans. The ... -
The impact of tree harvesting on the population structure of drum making tree species in Mpanga forest reserve, Mpigi district, central Uganda
(Makerere University., 2022-08-03)In developing countries, a large proportion of human population depend heavily on natural resources for their livelihoods. In Uganda, Mpigi district many people depend on woody resources for their livelihoods especially ... -
The impact of water quality on the biodiversity of macroinvertebrates in river Mpanga Kabarole district, western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11-28)In this current study, water samples were collected from three course of the River Mpanga (upper, middle and lower) using clean labelled bottles, which were then placed in a cooler box and then taken to the Department ... -
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 ... -
Influence of Selected Waste on the growth of Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Hermatia illucens).
(Makerere University., 2023-01-10)The global demand for protein enriched foods for both humans and livestock is increasing. Urbanisation, improved incomes, growing human population and increase for centuries derived protein from terrestrial and aquatic ...