School of Physical Sciences (Phys-Sciences): Recent submissions
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Analysis of Naturally Occuring Radioactive Materials (NORM) in surface water in mining areas of Kasese district.
(Makerere University, 2023-08-23)Mining is the process which involves extraction of minerals and geological materials from the earth. This activity may have a detrimental effect on the environment hence impact health of animals and human. The concentrations ... -
Designing waste water treatment plant for Medipharm pharmaceutical industries (EA) limited.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-01)The study was carried out at Medipharm Industries East Africa (EA) to design a waste water treatment plant (WWTP). Medipharm being a pharmaceutical industry requires clean and safe water in the manufacturing processes and ... -
A Report of geological mapping area C Igayaza, Isingiro district, Western Uganda from 1th/02/2022 to 7th/02/2022
(Makerere University, 2023-08-31)This report comprises a detailed compilation of findings, analysis, interpretations, conclusions and recommendations for the Igayaza-Isingiro geological mapping exercise and field excursion to south western Uganda. The ... -
Reducing the amount of aluminium sulphate used for the coagulation process during water treatment process at Luweero Industries Limited by using a bio coagulant(cactus powder)
(Makerere University, 2023-12-21)This research was carried out at Luweero Industries Limited. It aimed at reducing the amount of alum coagulant used for water treatment by using a bio coagulant (cactus powder).The turbidity removal/coagulation activity ... -
Analysis of Mercury adsorption onto activated Carbon originating from cow bone.
(Makerere University., 2023-11-05)This project was aimed at providing a solution to significant amounts of mercury released during laboratory work through laboratory wastewater drainages to the environment. This project was however limited to studying the ... -
To investigate the efficiency of activated carbon derived from maize cobs and sugarcane bagasse for the removal of lead (ii) ions from water.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-04)Lignocellulosic materials are good precursors for the production of activated carbon. In this work, the low-cost activated carbons ie.,1.5g and 1.328g were prepared from Sugarcane bagasse and maize cob material respectively ... -
Use of Banana peelings as an adsorbent in the removal of Cadmium from wastewater.
(Makerere University., 2023-12-06)The increasing consumption of water worldwide has led to the accumulation of cadmium heavy metal in water steams due to increasing human activities such as industrialization. This has drawn attention to the study of ... -
Assessment of Financial Performance of Domestic Solar water heaters.
(Makerere University., 2023-09-01)According to the energy agency’s study on electricity costs, a 37% increase in global energy demand is expected by 2040. The trans-Saharan regions of Africa are experiencing rising energy demand as a result of the rapid ... -
Production of Paper Pulp from Groundnut Shells.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-14)Groundnut shells have been identified as a potential source for paper pulp production. Groundnut shells are composed of polysaccharides, proteins, lipids, and minerals. The polysaccharides present in the shells are mainly ... -
Electronic and Structural properties of Titanium oxide.
(Makerere University., 2023-12-18)Titanium oxide, TiO2, also known as titania is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula TiO2, white in color, water insoluble with a melting point of about 1843oC, density of 4.23g/cm³, boiling point of 2992oC, molar ... -
Extraction and Trans-Esterification of Jatropha Oil into Fatty Acid Methyl Esters.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-11)Biodiesel is a fuel that may be made from renewable resources, such as vegetable oil or animal fats, through the process of trans-esterification. It is non-polluting, accessible, sustainable, and reliable. On a bulk basis, ... -
Geological mapping report of area A, Igayaza, Isingiro Dstrict.
(Makerere University., 2023-11-30)The geological mapping exercise was carried in Gayaza synclinorium of Karagwe-Ankolean system which is located in Isingiro District estimated to be 31 km south of Mbarara city. The major aim of the training is to equip ... -
A Report for a field mapping project in Gayaza, area I, Isingiro District.
(Makerere university., 2023-08-15)The geological mapping of Igayaza village was from 2nd to 8th Feb 2022 where we travelled to Isingiro district in western Uganda. The major aim of this field mapping was to equip students with hands-on experience in field ... -
A report on the geological mapping of area J in Igayaza Isingiro District western Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-31)This paper is a complete precis of the objectives, methods, results, interpretations, conclusions, and recommendations of the Igayaza-Isingiro Geological mapping exercise and fieldwork in Southwest Uganda. The mapping ... -
Synthesis of Methyl cellulose by Chemical modification of Cellulose extracted from Sugarcane Bagasse.
(Makerere University., 2023-12-14)In this study, cellulose was extracted from sugarcane bagasse (SCB) through a convenient five-step treatment, and procedures. During the alkaline curing process of the extraction of cellulose, The optimum conditions were ... -
Geological Mapping Project Report of Area L (Kabingo) , Igayaza-Isingiro District.
(Makerere University, 2023-08-31)This report is a comprehensive compilation of the objectives, methods, findings, interpretations, conclusions, and suggestions for the Igayaza-Isingiro geological mapping exercise and field trip to south-western Uganda. A ... -
Geological Mapping Project Report of Area L(Kabingo) , Igayaza-Isingiro District.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-31)This write up contains the information obtained from the mapping exercise (project) which was carried out in Igayaza area, Isingiro District in Southwestern Uganda. The project was aimed at equipping geology students with ... -
Utilization of waste palm oil in the formulation of the bio lubricant.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-04)The interest in bio lubricant has grown over the past years due to its promising benefits such as environment-friendly, renewable, less toxic and readily biodegradable. In recent years, many studies explored the potential ... -
A Report on Igayaza ,Isingiro Field Geological mapping to south western Uganda.
(Makerere university., 2022-10-28)The Igayaza 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 ... -
Regeneration of spent bleaching Earth and reuse it to bleach crude palm oil.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-01)Spent bleaching earth (SBE) is waste generated by the vegetable oil refining industries. SBE from the palm oil refining industries contains various contaminants, including free fatty acids, oil and trace metals. SBE generated ...