Browsing School of Biosciences (Biosciences) by Issue Date "2021"
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Antimicrobial resistance of Escherichia coli isolated from packaged Mukene in local markets
(Makerere University, 2021)According to the World Health Organization, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an emerging global health problem. Fish as an aquatic organism plays an important role in the emergence and spread of AMR strains. Escherichia ... -
Assessment of antifungal activity of castor (ricinus communis) seed oil against dandruff causing fungi, malassezia furfur.
(Makerere University, 2021)Dandruff is a common skin condition that mainly affects the areas rich in Sebaceous glands and has been mostly associated with the yeast Malassezia species according to Pierard-Franchimont, Xhauflaire-Uhoda, and Pierard ... -
Biofiltration in an aquaponic system using spinach (ipomea oleracea) cultivation on biochar
(Makerere University, 2021)The efficiency of biochar as a substrate in biofiltration in an aquaponic system was investigated. The study was carried out at RA Cell company in Kirinya- Bweyogerere and it involved the use of plants as biological filters ... -
The ecology of the red-eyed dove and the speckled pigeon around Nakivale Refugee settlement in Isingiro District
(Makerere University, 2021)This study on some aspects of the ecology of Speckled pigeon and Red-Eyed Dove was carried out around Nakivale Refugee Camp from June 2020 to November 2021. The aim of the study was to assess and compare the density of the ... -
The economic burden of HIV/AIDS on fishing communities - Kiyindi Landing Site
(2021)The fisheries sector is an important to the economy of Uganda providing employment, nutrition and revenue to the country. It contributes 2.5% to the national GDP and 12% to the agricultural GDP. However, the sector loses ... -
Impacts of livestock grazing and cultivation 0n the physiochemical properties in Kikoda Village, Kalungi Subcounty, Nakasongola District
(Makerere University, 2021)Anthropogenic activities have profound impacts on the soil physiochemical properties with implications for agriculture. In this study, I evaluated the different soil physiochemical properties under different land uses that ... -
The Influence of the school environment in promoting physical activity
(Makerere University, 2021)This study was conducted to examine the influence of the school environment in promoting physical activity participation in selected primary schools of Kampala district. The study employed quantitative methods, and 50 ... -
The influence of the school environment in promoting physical activity
(Makerere University, 2021)This study was conducted to examine the influence of the school environment in promoting physical activity participation in selected primary schools of Kampala district. The study employed quantitative methods, and 50 ... -
Investigating factors causing gender inequality in physical education in Uganda: a case of Nansana Municipality, Wakiso district secondary schools
(Makerere University, 2021)Physical education is an important instrument for human resource development. Physical education is a universal human right and an important component of women empowerment. Gender inequality in physical education is a ... -
The socioeconomic factors associated with participation of pregnant women in physical activities in Rubaga Division, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2021)The study sought to examine the socioeconomic factors associated with participation of pregnant women in physical activities a case study of Kawaala Health Centre IV in Lubaga division Kampala District. The purpose of the ... -
Treatment of raw water using bentonite clay as a coagulant aid
(Makerere University, 2021)The effectiveness of bentonite as a coagulant aid using PAC as a coagulant for raw water treatment was assessed in this study. The possible the conventional link between aluminum based coagulants has become an issue in ...