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Determination of the calorific values of bio briquettes obtained from different manufacturers around Kampala
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Solid biomass fuels are useful and cost effective energy source. The energy content of biomass is determined by its calorific value. The objective of this study was to experimentally determine the calorific values of ... -
Determining the antibacterial strength of commercially available mouthrinses in Uganda (Kampala) against Streptococcus mutans
(Makerere University, 2018)This in-vitro experiment was conducted to test the antibacterial activity of different mouthrinses commonly used in the urban centers, on the dental bacteria Streptococcus mutans. 6 different brands of mouthrinses were ... -
Determining the cooling air flow rate and thermal efficiency of a grate cooler at Tororo Cement Limited
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Determining the effect of different storage temperatures on the live cell count of Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMCs)
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Cryopreservation of Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMCs) is an essential and common practice in conducting research. There are different reports in the literature attributing the need to preserve the integrity ... -
Determining the rate of deactivation of staphylococcus aureus and escherichia coli by ultraviolet light
(Makerere University, 2019-08-16)Ultraviolet C light is commonly used as an effective decontaminant in the laboratory, healthcare, and industrial settings. However, one major limitation of Ultraviolet C light is the ability of some microorganisms such as ... -
Diversity and abundance of Hymenopteran pollinators on Makerere University Hill, Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-07-05)Biodiversity provides a number of ecosystem services which are essential for the maintaining of ecosystems but also provision of food and other needs to humans. Some of these services are by pollinators which are critical ... -
Diversity and abundance of ticks infesting goats in Pallisa subcounty, Pallisa district (Eastern Uganda)
(Makerere University, 2019-10-15)Ticks are a major group of arthropod vectors, characterized by the diversity of pathogens they transmit, by their impact on human and animal health, and by their socio-economic implications especially in the tropical and ... -
The economic analysis of Geographical Information System (GIS) wildlife souvenirs at selected tourist sites in Kampala
(2019-05)In recent years tourism has become one of the leading foreign exchange earners for Uganda. For instance, according to the 7th Annual Tourism Sector Performance Report (2016) from the Ministry of Tourism ... -
Effect of temperature on the hydrolysis of cellulose
(Makerere University, 2017-05)Saw dust is a lignocellulose material mainly regarded as a waste from wood cutting here in Uganda. A given percentage of the saw dust is used in poultry as a bed layer but only a small percentage is used leaving a significant ... -
The effect of blending emulsifiers/surfactants on emulsion stability
(Makerere University, 2018)The effect of blending surfactants on emulsion stability was studied. Emulsions whose Phase Inversion Temperature (PIT) is quit high above the storage temperature are stable, and such products have a long shelf life. In ... -
Effect of different preparation methods on iron and β-Carotene content in amaranthus blitum L.
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Cooking makes food edible and delicious, preserves its nutritional qualities, gives it new flavor, fragrances and colour (Sissi et al., 2008). It also guarantees food safety in terms of hygiene, by eliminating or reducing ... -
The effect of human urine on the growth performance and yield of spinacia oleracea
(Makerere University, 2019-06)The study was carried out under shade conditions in the herbarium, at the College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University. Healthy spinach seeds were sown in well-spaced plastic buckets. The treatments were done in three ... -
Effect of lantana camara on plant structure and diversity in Bumanya sub county Kaliro district.
(Makerere University, 2019-08-07)Invasive species are among the world’s greatest threat to biodiversity and native species in protected areas. Invasions by introduced species are the third biggest threat to biodiversity in Uganda today after habitat loss ... -
The effect of plant and animal organic manure on the yield of Amaranthus (white elma)
(Makerere University, 2019-06)Organic manure has a role in sustainable agriculture, and ecofriendly and economically feasible. The present study was conducted to assess the effect of plant and animal organic manure on the growth performance and yield ... -
Effect of plant attractive scents on grading time of Nile Tilapia juveniles
(Makerere University, 2018)In aquaculture fish undergo many operations from fry stage to adult stage that is Sampling, transportation, grading etc. these case a great deal of stress to the fish. However grading contributes the biggest percentage to ... -
Effect of storage and handling practices on incidence of the soft rot bacterium, Erwinia carotovora in tomatoes, in Kasubi Market Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2017-05)Storage and handling affect the quality of harvested agro-produce. Proper storage and handling can help to manage losses caused due to contamination by micro-organisms which reduce the quality of the produce; this includes ... -
Effectiveness of liquid Dettol detergent in the management of xanthomonas campestris PV musacearum in banana plantations
(Makerere University, 2019-08)This study aimed at determining the effectiveness of liquid Dettol as an antimicrobial against Xanthomonas campestris pv. musacearum. The study was conducted in January, 2019 in the research laboratory of the department ... -
Efficiency of selected detergents for local nucleic acid extraction
(Makerere University, 2019)Nucleic acid analysis often requires nucleic acid extraction from the cells. Although nucleic acid extraction gets cheaper over time, the cost still remains high for low resource settings leading to dominance of theoretical ... -
Evaluation and comparison of the neutralizing capacities of pharmaceutical solid and liquid dosage forms of antacid drugs in Uganda
(2019-09-09)Antacids are arguably the most used medications in attaining fast symptomatic solace from indigestion (dyspepsia) and heartburn, owing to their easier access as over the counter (OTC) drugs. These drugs are available in ... -
Fish eating birds at Busega fille market in Lubaga division.
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Busega Fille Market is the main market in Kampala which handles fish by products (fish skins, fish carcasses, fish red meat and fish intestines) from fish processing industries in Kampala and Wakiso. The fact that a lot ...