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Assessing copper tolerance of Isolated fungal species from copper pyrite materials from Kasese, Uganda.
(2022-10-28)Rapidly increased mining has resulted in greater discharge of hazardous chemicals in the soil. In this current study, soil samples were collected from Kilembe mines in Kasese and subjected to heavy metal analysis and microbe ... -
Effect of beetle infestation on the quality of cured freshwater pelagic fish from Lake Victoria & Lake Albert in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11-28)Food security exists when all individuals have physical and economic access to the fundamental foods they require at all times. Fisheries play an essential role in many communities' animal protein supplies, both in the ... -
Perceptions of renewable energy and its utilization in urban and peri urban areas in Wakiso and Kampala districts.
(Makerere University, 2014-05)Renewable energy has the potential for delivering socio-economic and environmental benefits to societies, and hence with the aim of providing affordable and reliable energy services as a contribution to poverty eradication, ... -
Assessing Nile perch (Lates niloticus) quality in selected markets and landing sites in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11-22)Food safety means ensuring consumer safety and protecting products from biological, physical and chemical hazards throughout the whole process, starting from the field to processing, storing, distributing, preparing and ... -
Management of solid waste at Makerere University main campus
(Makerere University, 2022-03-07)The problem of Solid Waste Management (SWM) is as old as the human race. Traditionally, SWM was the responsibility of urban councils as part of effective public service delivery. Before Uganda’s independence in 1962, the ... -
Comparison of the inter – strain growth rate performance of three different strains of Oreochromis niloticus fry
(Makerere University, 2022-03)Growth performance, Feed conversion ratio and condition factor are crucial factors that considered in breeding programs. A three-month experiment was conducted to investigate and ascertain the strain with the best growth ... -
Effect of nitrogen fixing and phosphate solubilizing microorganisms on azolla biofertilizer and growth performance of amarathus.
(Makerere University, 2018-08)Agriculture is of great essence in Uganda although there no production and yields due to the reduction in soil fertility which could be attribute to excessive use of chemical fertilizers or lack of access to fertilizers. ... -
Documentation of the side effects of plants used in the treatment of diseases in Fort Portal, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-07-28)Ethno pharmacological relevance: The study was done to establish side effects of medicinal plants used in the treatment of various diseases by the people Fort portal in western Uganda. It was also aimed at establishing the ... -
Factors affecting the teaching of physical education in selected secondary schools in Rubaga division, Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2022-11-15)Since inception of education, different subjects have faced serious challenges ranging from inadequate skilled staff, inadequate facilities and equipment of sciences, plus lack of enough literature to aid research. It ... -
Optimization of Azolla pinnata biomass production on cattle manure slurry media: a batch culture greenhouse study
(Makerere University, 2022-11-15)Azolla biomass productivity is dependent on doubling time and relative growth rate and for its efficiency as N-biofertilizer, its nitrogen fixing potential is highly desirable. The present greenhouse study aimed to determine ... -
The ecology of the red-eyed dove and the speckled pigeon around Nakivale Refugee settlement in Isingiro District
(Makerere University, 2021)This study on some aspects of the ecology of Speckled pigeon and Red-Eyed Dove was carried out around Nakivale Refugee Camp from June 2020 to November 2021. The aim of the study was to assess and compare the density of the ... -
Attitude of secondary school administrators towards the introduction of physical education in secondary school a case study of selected schools in Kampala, Mukono and Wakiso
(Makerere University, 2019)This study was conducted to examine the attitude of secondary school administrators towards the introduction of physical education in the secondary school curriculum in selected secondary schools of Kampala, Mukono and ... -
Effect of UV light on the healing of fractured bones in rats
(Makerere University, 2022)Very many people all over the world get their bones fractured due to many factors including fragile bones, road accidents and physical games like football playing. These patients face many problems including high treatment ... -
Distribution of primates in selected forests with different protection levels in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Tropical forest covers an area about 6% of the earth but hold the greatest proportion of biodiversity. All living organisms require their natural habitat for survival and where the integrity has been compromised, species ... -
Determination of safety of unlicensed herbal preparations used in the management of cancer
(Makerere University, 2022-02)Cancer has become a primary cause of concern in the health care system of Uganda. The cancer burden is especially substantial due to lack of appropriate diagnosis, poor access to care, limitations in technical workforce ... -
Biochemical composition of some honey samples from different regions in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2019-08-30)Honey is a sweet viscous food substance produced by bees and some related insects. Bees produce honey from sugary secretions of plants (floral nectar) or from secretions of other insects such as honeydew. The precise ... -
Biofiltration in an aquaponic system using spinach (ipomea oleracea) cultivation on biochar
(Makerere University, 2021)The efficiency of biochar as a substrate in biofiltration in an aquaponic system was investigated. The study was carried out at RA Cell company in Kirinya- Bweyogerere and it involved the use of plants as biological filters ... -
Gender differences in students’ attitude towards biology subject in secondary schools in Mukono Municipality Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019)The study analyzed the gender differences in students’ attitude towards biology subject in secondary schools in Mukono Municipality. The study analyzed the gender differences in students’ attitude towards biology subject ... -
Assessment of heavy metals (Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium) in raw sugarcane grown in wetlands of Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022)Sugarcane is a major cash crop around the world. In Uganda, it is one of the popular snacks commonly sold in urban areas of Uganda with a variety of nutritional, industrial and health benefits. However, sugarcanes have ... -
The effect of etho-science on the teaching of sciences and academic achievement in secondary schools . A systematic review paper.
(Makerere University, 2022-08-23)This systematic review aimed to unpack the effect of ethno- science on the teaching of sciences and academic achievement in secondary schools. Much as the local wisdom which is owned by each and every society is very ...
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