School of Physical Sciences (Phys-Sciences)
Recent Submissions
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Production of biodegradable plastic from cassava grown in Uganda and investigation of it's biodegradability and properties
(Makerere University, 2024)There has been an urgency of production and use of biodegradable plastics which are also known as biopolymers. In this research, the bioplastic made was out of cassava grown in Uganda. The extraction of cassava starch was ... -
Project Report about Geologic Mapping carried out in Igayaza, Isingiro District, Western Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2015-06-05)The Geologic mapping exercise project was carried out in Igayaza area, Isingiro District about 30 KM South of Mbarara town, Southwestern Uganda with a major aim of acquiring geologic mapping skills ad techniques as a ... -
Assessment of the quantity of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in different water sources.
(Makerere University., 2024-03-06)PFAS are persistent organic pollutants known for their potential adverse health effects. The presence of PFAS in water has become a global concern, necessitating accurate measurement methods. Water samples were collected ... -
Semliki Basin Field Study
(Makerere University., 2023-08-14)This report is an account of the field work in Semliki Basin, Ntoroko district, Albertine Graben from 14th June, 2022 to 21st June, 2022 with a main objective of field training on how to collect and interpret stratigraphic, ... -
Report on a Geological study of Semiliki Basin to assess its Petroleum Production potential.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-14)The geological mapping of Igayaza village was from 30th January, 2022- 08th February, 2022 where we travelled to Isingiro district in western Uganda. This report comprises of a detailed compilation of aims, methods, findings, ... -
Effects of Geomagnetic storms on the total Electron content of the Ionosphere.
(Makerere University., 2023-07-20)The Earth's ionosphere, vital for communication, navigation, and satellite-based technologies, faces regular disruptions from geomagnetic storms triggered by coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and solar flares. These disturbances ... -
Analysis of magnitude-color diagrams of stellar clusters.
(Makerere University, 2023-08-01)The project aimed to estimate the ages of three stellar clusters (Melotte-72, Melotte-69, and Berkeley-29) through analysis of their Color-Magnitude Diagrams (CMDs) using the Turn-Off Point method with data from the Sloan ... -
Determination of Coagulation activities(Moringa Oleifera and Opuntia microdasys) Bio Coagulants during water treatment.
(Makerere University., 2023-12-14)This research was aimed at determining the coagulation activities of Moringa oleifera and Opuntia microdasys bio-coagulants during treatment of water that is used in the production of different milk products. The turbidity ... -
Aeration optimization of the waste water treatment at hariss international effluent treatment plant in tula-kawempe.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-05)Aeration systems often consume a significant portion of the total energy utilized in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). Therefore, optimizing the aeration process is essential to improve overall plant efficiency, reduce ... -
Designing and construction of an Automatic Water Pump level indicator.
(Makerere University., 2023-07-11)This report presents the design and performance of an automatic water pump level indicator for multiple water tanks using ATMEGA and FPGA. The system consists of two HC-SR04 Ultrasonic transceivers that generate ultrasonic ... -
Production of bio-ethanol from cassava peelings
(Makerere University, 2024-01-19)The bioethanol production from waste is acquiring attraction as a strategy for increasing energy security. The rising energy requirements and atmospheric contamination by combustion gases and conventional fuel, has opened ... -
Comparison and characterization of used and fresh cooking oil and recycling of used oil into biodiesel.
(Makerere University., 2024-01-19)Biodiesel from waste frying oil is an effective alternative fuel to conventional diesel and can be directly used as fuel in a diesel engine without any modifications to the engine. The major objective of this work was to ... -
Assessment of the quality of sludge from small-scale anaerobic bio-digesters as potential organic fertilizers.
(Makerere University., 2024-01-16)Many biogas plants are now being set up in the various areas across the country. With this comes in the challenge of disposal of the sludge (residue) as waste from the bio-digesters. During biogas digestion, about 25-30% ... -
Geological field mapping report of Area J, Igayaza, Isingiri District, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)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. ... -
Deffects detection in Silicon Solar modules Using Electroluminescence method.
(Makerere University., 2023-07-13)ABSTRACT Solar energy continues to emerge as a vital renewable energy source, making photovoltaic technology a critical area of research and development. The efficient functioning of solar cells is pivotal to harnessing ... -
Treatment of ash from incineration of medical wastes by leaching and precipitation at Luwero industries limited
(Makerere University, 2024-01-17)This research project is about treatment of ash from incineration of medical wastes at Luwero Industries Limited in Nakasongola district. The research was successfully conducted with the help of the supervisors at the ... -
A simulation model for a biogas purification process using membrane technology in Aspen plus at scoul
(Makerere University, 2023-08-30)In the project a simulation of the operation unites required to purify biogas by membrane technology was developed in aspen plus and used to calculate material balances and estimate equipment and installation costs. Using ... -
Removal of synthetic rhodamine b from textile industrial effluent using cotton gin waste biochar
(Makerere University, 2023-09-14)Textile industries are one of the water consuming industries in Uganda and release a remarkable amount of organic dye compound containing wastewater. Almost 15% of dye compounds used in dyeing processes in textile ... -
A Research project on the separation of Micro-Algae from water using Nano-Particles
(Makerere University, 2023-08-15)Algae are one of the major contributors to water pollution, as they can grow rapidly and consume large amounts of nutrients from the water, leading to eutrophication and depletion of dissolved oxygen. Therefore, the ... -
Design and Construction of an Electrostatic Precipitator.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-01)The project "A Smoke Precipitator" aims to design and construct a functional and cost-effective alternative for mitigating air pollution caused by particulate matter emissions. The generation of waste particles, including ...