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Diversity and abundance of Butterflies in the different habitat types at Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Center (UWEC), Entebbe
(Makerere University, 2023-12-06)Butterflies belong to one of the most important taxa of insects as they are environmental health indicators and help in pollination of flowering plants. As a result of habitat degradation due to anthropogenic activities ... -
Mechanical spoilage in fresh Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) at Katosi landing site
(Makerere University, 2023-12-04)Fish suffers 50-60% higher postharvest losses (PHFL) compared to other agricultural commodities consequently leading to economic and nutritional losses along the fish value chain. The physical damages have been given less ... -
Assessing the PH, sugar levels and microbial content in locally brewed Kwete alcoholic drink
(Makerere University, 2022-10-11)Five (5) samples consisting of brewed Kwete at the consumption stage obtained from a major brewer around Kampala City, Uganda. They were analyzed for pH using a digital pH-meter with a combined electrode calibrated using ... -
Assessing the zinc and iron content of vegetables commonly consumed by pregnant and breastfeeding women in Buyende district
(Makerere University, 2023-11-28)Five vegetable samples namely; pumpkin leaves (Cucurbita moschata), Doodo (Amaranthus dubuis), Sukuma wiki (Brassica oleracea), cassava leaves (Manihot esculenta) and Jobyo (Cleome gynandra), were collected from six ... -
Assessing the quality of post harvested honey in southwestern Uganda (Kigezi region)
(Makerere university, 2023-09-30)This study investigates the influence of processing on the key physicochemical parameters of honey, focusing on moisture content, pH, and ash content. The research involved various honey brands, both processed and unprocessed, ... -
The impact of water quality on the biodiversity of macroinvertebrates in river Mpanga Kabarole district, western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11-28)In this current study, water samples were collected from three course of the River Mpanga (upper, middle and lower) using clean labelled bottles, which were then placed in a cooler box and then taken to the Department ... -
Determining the contamination of water sources by e. coli and other coliforms in Namataba Village, Mukono District.
(Makerere University., 2022-11-09)Water is the main component of the earth’s hydrosphere and fluids of all living organisms. Therefore, this makes it a very relevant factor of life whose safety and quality should be ensured. However, the water sources are ... -
Factors limiting Teso sub region from producing elite athletes in track events.
(Makerere University., 2023-11-08)The main objective of this study was to establish the factors limiting Teso sub-region from producing elite athletes in track events. This was done using interviews and document review from 23 respondents. The analysis was ... -
Assessing the efficacy of Sunflower seed cake on the growth performance of Phaseolus Vulgaris.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-28)Owing to its nutritional value, especially proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and micronutrients, common bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.) has been recognized as a crop that could ensure food security mostly, in Sub-Saharan ... -
The diversity and abundance of benthic macro-invertebrates along Namanve stream, Kampala industrial and business park- Namanve
(Makerere University, 2023-08-25)Increasing urban development has taken a toll on the fresh water ecosystems in their proximity, thus contributing to their deterioration, destruction and loss. However, biomonitoring of fresh water sources and ecosystems ... -
Antibacterial activity of aqueous and methanol extracts of pleurotus ostreatus
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Antimicrobial resistance claims atleast 1.27 million lives including about 214,000 newborns (Ventola, 2015). Since a decade ago, the capacity of pathogenic bacteria to develop resistance against several antimicrobial drugs ... -
Antibacterial activity of leaves of Eurphorbia tirucalli against Isolates of Streptococcus Pneumoniae.
(Makerere university., 2023-09-05)This study was conducted at Central Diagnostic Laboratory at Makerere University in Uganda in May 2023. It aimed to evaluate the antibacterial activity of Euphorbia tirucalli leaf extracts against different isolates of ... -
Escherichia coli contamination in unpackaged fruit juices
(Makerere University, 2023-11-23)Unpackaged fruit juices from mango, passion fruit, pineapple, and watermelon are consumed daily as part of meals especially in pre-urban areas. Despite the thirst-quenching benefits, the safety of the locally prepared ... -
An assessment of the abundance, species richness and diversity of butterfly fauna in Sunbird hill forest and surrounding Farmland management systems.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-14)In March 2023, a study was conducted to assess the abundance, species richness and diversity of butterflies in Sunbird Hill Forest and the surrounding Farm Management Systems. The study area is located 47 km from Fort ... -
Phytochemical analysis of crude leaf extracts of Rosmarinus Officinalis l. (rosemary)
(Makerere University, 2022-09)Phytochemicals are chemicals produced by plants through primary and secondary metabolism. (Higdon, 2007) They have biological activity in the plant host and play a role in plant growth or defense against competitors, ... -
The growth performance of Bombyx mori fed on selected varieties of Mulberry (morus spp) at National Sericulture Centre, Kawanda
(2023-11-22)Sericulture is the art and science of rearing silkworms mainly for producing cocoons that provide silk threads. The success of sericulture industry is mainly based on leaf quality and appropriate varieties of mulberry for ... -
Effects of anthropogenic activities on the diversity of macroinvertebrates in the Kasokwa stream.
(Makerere University., 2023-11-13)Kasokwa stream is threatened by anthropogenic activities such as wastes from farm plantations, washing bays and domestic wastes. The study was carried out with a general objective of determining the effect of anthropogenic ... -
Aspects of breeding biology of the marabou stork Leptoptilos crumeniferus in Makerere University campus, Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2023-10-05)The Marabou Stork (Leptoptilos crumeniferus) is a wide- spread scavenger in Sub-Saharan savannas which is often closely associated with humans. Their original habitat was mainly savannas, where they foraged on carcasses ... -
Effectiveness of vermicomposting as an approach to solid wate management.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-24)This final report presents the findings of a comprehensive study conducted in Bulera Parish, Mityana District, to assess the effectiveness of vermicomposting as an approach to solid waste management. The main objective ... -
Diversity of bees in and around Mt Kadam in Namalu, Karamoja Sub-Region
(Makerere University., 2023-09-04)The study was carried out to determine the diversity of bees in mount Kadam and to assess the efficiency of pan trapping and hand netting as bee collection methods. The study aimed at addressing the lack of comprehensive ...
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