School of Biosciences Collection: Recent submissions
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The potential of caffeic acid in reducing the rate of milk spoilage by bacillus cereus.
(Makerere University., 2022-04-20)The dairy industry has faced a problem of milk preservation during diary processing which is affected by the level of microbial population activity in the milk, and caffeic acid is described as antibacterial. The aim of ... -
Salmonella typhi contamination of foods and beverages sold in University kiosks.
(Makerere University., 2023-11-20)This study aimed at testing the safety of foods and beverages sold at the University kiosks. Different samples of snacks and common drinks were tested for the presence of Salmonella typhi. Of the samples tested, the passion ... -
The After effects of Covid-19 pandemic on the livelihood of fish value chain Actors in Rhino Camp Sub County in Madi Okollo district
(Makerere university, 2023-07-05)COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization in 2020 with countries putting up several measures to mitigate and flatten the curve of hospitalizations and death from travel bans to home confinements ... -
Wild Edible Plants utilised by the communities adjacent to Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve: A case of Kyamuhunga Subcounty, Bushenyi District, South-Western Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-17)Wild Edible Plants are plants that are collected from the non-forested and forested areas for the use as human food. WEPs play a significant role in Uganda’s rural and ethnic cultures. The current study aims at assessing ... -
Aflatoxin contamination of sliver cyprind(mukene) sold in shops and markets in Kikoni.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-31)The Silver Cyprinid R.argentea (Mukene) provides a highly nourishing and reasonably priced source of protein. After Nile tilapia and Nile perch, mukene is one of Uganda's top three commercial fish species. However, there ... -
growth of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fingerlings raised on commercial and farm-made fish feeds
(Makerere University, 2023-11-14)The study was conducted for 2 months (20th Feb to 6th April 2023) at Aquaculture Research and Development Center (ARDC)-Kajjansi which aimed on comparing the effects of feeding floating commercial and sinking farm-made ... -
Egg development and hatchability rate of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) at varying temperatures
(Makerere University, 2023-08-25)The results showed that the optimal temperature for incubating Oreochromis niloticus eggs ranged from 28–31°C. This temperature range results better hatching rate and less incubation period. Despite the fact that embryonic ... -
Diversity and distribution of small rodent in Mpanga central forest reserve, Mpigi district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11-13)This research aimed to determine the diversity and distribution of rodents in Mpanga central forest reserve, Mpigi district, Uganda, focusing on regenerating and intact forests. A total of 5 species all belonging to muridae ... -
Assessment of antibacterial properties of Aspilia africana against Pseudomonas aeruginosa
(Makerere University, 2023-07-24)Aspilia africana, commonly known as wild sun flower, is prominently known for its wound healing properties and it is widely used as an herbal remedy for wounds in traditional societies of sub-Saharan Africa. A. africana ... -
Evaluation of Gastric Anti-ulcer activity and acute toxicity of ethanolic leaf extracts of Plectranthus caespitosus Lukhoba & A.J. Paton in winstar albino rats.
(Makerere University, 2023-08-04)Plectranthus caespitosus is a plant used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including gastric ulcers. The aim of this study was to assess the phytochemistry, acute toxicity, and anti-ulcer ... -
Diversity and abundance of birds in rice growing agro-ecological systems: a case study of doho rice scheme.
(Makerere university., 2023-07-28)Birds are essential components of any ecosystem in terms of continuing ecological cycles (Haider et al., 2022), particularly in the food chains and webs. The diversity and abundance of avifauna biodiversity in the Doho ... -
The impact of tree harvesting on the population structure of drum making tree species in Mpanga forest reserve, Mpigi district, central Uganda
(Makerere University., 2022-08-03)In developing countries, a large proportion of human population depend heavily on natural resources for their livelihoods. In Uganda, Mpigi district many people depend on woody resources for their livelihoods especially ... -
The effect of a concoction of oldenlandia corymbosa and ageratum conyzoides on lactase activity.
(Makerere University., 2023-07-24)Lactose intolerance is defined as a metabolic disorder where people are unable to digest significant amounts of lactose due to insufficient production of the lactase enzyme. The enzyme lactase is a beta-galactosidase ... -
In-silico screening of anti-viral compounds against monkeypox virus Thymidylate kinase.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-18)The monkeypox disease is a global emergency without a cure yet realized and available medications are used only to treat symptoms. Wide screening, identification, and validation of potential small molecule non-peptidomimetic ... -
Growth performance of silkworms (Bombyx mori) fed on mulberry leaves containing propolis
(Makerere University., 2023-08-07)Propolis has been suggested to be an alternative additive for use in intensive animal production. Moreover, it was recently shown to boost the performance of the black soldier fly. In order to foster improved silkworm ... -
Distribution of aquaculture facilities in Kyenjojo District
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The aquaculture sector plays a vital role in meeting the growing demand for fish products and contributing to the socio-economic development of communities. This research aimed at exploring the spatial distribution of ... -
Antibacterial activity of plectranthus cyaneus (Otto E. Schulz,1908) leaf extract against salmonella typhi and staphylococcus aureus
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Wound infections are a significant health threat, and the improper use of antibiotics has led to the development of antibiotic-resistant microorganisms. Salmonella typhi post-operative infections are rare, but they highlight ... -
Antioxidant strength and efficacy of Rosemary, purple-fleshed sweet potatoes and water Hyacinth extracts in stabilizing Nile perch (Lates Niloticus) fish oils
(Makerere University, 2023-10)The Nile perch fish oils that are locally used in fish feed formulation are susceptible to peroxidation. This study carried out at National Crops Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI) aimed at unveiling the effectiveness ... -
The effect of corn oil concentrations on the activity of bacillus thuringiensis strain kurstaki and aizawai against the fall armyworm
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Spodoptera frugiperda, also known as Fall Armyworm (FAW), is a migratory insect pest that infests several crops, especially cereals such as maize, which is one of the major food crops in Uganda. The pest has caused significant ... -
Preparation and evaluation of shelf stability of ambient yoghurt.
(Makerere University., 2023-07-18)Yoghurt is a widely consumed milk product obtained through fermentation using a starter culture consisting of Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus mixed in a 1:1 ratio. Yoghurt however goes bad after a ...