Academic submissions (CoNAS): Recent submissions
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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 ... -
Pectinase extraction from orange peelings and its application in tamarind juice extract
(Makerere University, 2019-08)In this study, pectinase enzyme was prepared from orange peelings (as a source of pectin) and Aspergillus niger. Aspergillus niger suspension was obtained from washing black grape berries with distilled water. This was ... -
Utilization of tamarind juice extract in the production of home made wine and its characterization
(2019-06)This dissertation presents a simple and convenient method of processing the tamarind juice extracted from the pulp to produce tamarind wine in a home setting and some of parameters for its characterization. The procedures ... -
Market assessment of farmed fish in selected sub counties of Kasese District
(Makerere University, 2019-06)This study was undertaken to assess the market for farmed fish and fish products in the Western Highland Agro-ecological Zone (WHAZ) particularly in Kasese District, in seven (7) selected sub counties. The sub counties ... -
Detection of plasmodium parasites in field samples using conventional PCR
(Makerere University, 2019-08-04)Malaria is currently the dealing cause of death among children in Uganda. It’s transmitted to humans through bites of infected female anopheles mosquito. Currently, malaria case detection depends heavily on microscopy ... -
Recovery and recycling of steam condensate
(Makerere University, 2019-07)Condensate recovery and recycling system is one of the most crucial energy management Systems in any industry. Globally, there has been a push for green energy consumption and Conservation. The cost of steam rises with ... -
Growth performance of Rattus norvegicus fed on varying concentrations of Azolla meal.
(Makerere University, 2019-08-21)Plant proteins have been reported to be useful in animal nutrition in this period of sincere efforts of reducing cost of production attributed to high cost of protein sources. This study was conducted to investigate how ... -
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 ... -
A gis baseline dataset for the monitoring of plant invasive species around Kazinga channel in queen Elizabeth national park, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2019-07)The report below summarizes the findings that were obtained from a research carried out in the area around Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The main aim of the research was to generate a GIS baseline data ... -
Determining the cooling air flow rate and thermal efficiency of a grate cooler at Tororo Cement Limited
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Recovery of the spent diatomaceous earth after beer filtration, Nile Breweries, Limited, Jinja
(Makerere University, 2018-05)This project aimed at finding an alternative disposal route of the spent diatomaceous earth that is cheaper and environmentally acceptable. Treatment of the spent diatomaceous earth with chemical reagents such as caustic ... -
Quantitative analysis of chemicals release into food cooked in polyethene bags at Uganda Industrial Research Institute
(Makerere University, 2018-06)The study was done to quantify the chemicals substances that are released into food when it’s cooked in polyethylene bags. Cooking food in polyethylene bags has of late substituted banana leaves in Uganda especially in ... -
Prevalence and patterns of injuries among swimmers at Sir Apollo Kaggwa schools
(Makerere University, 2018-11-13)The study sought to assess the prevalence and patterns of injuries among swimmers at Sir Apollo Kaggwa Schools. The following objectives guided the study: to find out the common swimming injuries sustained by the swimmers, ... -
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 ... -
The tolerance of typha latipholia and Phragmites australis to waste water strength
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Treating wastewater is the way to overcome water shortage due to the water pollution problems. Wastewater is any water that has been adversely affected in quality by anthropogenic influence while clean water is produced ... -
Quantitative analysis of chemicals release into food cooked in polyethylene bags at Uganda industrial research institute (UIRI)
(Makerere University, 2018-06)The study was done to quantify the chemicals substances that are released into food when it’s cooked in polyethylene bags. Cooking food in polyethylene bags has of late substituted banana leaves in Uganda especially in the ... -
The coagulation of turbid water using jackfruit seed extract
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Turbid water was treated using both an extract of jackfruit seed (1%W/V) and a solution of aluminum sulphate (1%W/V) in separate experiments to monitor the coagulation and flocculation effects of each solution on the water. ... -
Minimizing carbon dioxide gas emissions from the water tube boiler by co firing using natural gas at Rene pharmaceutical industry
(Makerere University, 2018-07)Steam is used in granulation section for drying the granules in the fluidized dryer and also in the steam kettle for boiling the paste. During its production, diesel is burnt to heat the water in the boiler to form steam. ... -
A report of geologic field mapping project of Semliki basin, Ntoroko District, the Albertine graben
(Makerere University, 2018-05)The area of study was Semliki basin located in the southern part of the Albertine graben, Ntoroko district western Uganda. Semliki area lies onshore south of Lake Albert, it is bounded by the escarpment to the east and ... -
Stocking density-dependent growth and survival of nile nilapia (oreochromis niloticus) in cages at son fish farm, Buikwe district
(Makerere University, 2018-07-15)Both low volume high density cages and high-volume low-density cages are being used by most fish farmers to culture Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) on lakes, dams, rivers and earthen ponds. Choosing the most suitable ...