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Comparative phytochemical composition and antibacterial activity of Borassus Aethiopum Ethanolic fruit pulp and shoot extracts on staphylococcus Aureus and Escherichia coli
(Makerere University, 2021-01)Over the years, antibacterial substances of plant origin have a very promising therapeutic prospective and can actually be effectively and efficiently used to treat a wide range of ailments, infectious diseases inclusive ... -
Exploring diagnostic application of cross-reactivity between Leptospira serovars as used in standard microscopic agglutination test for leptospirosis
(Makerere University, 2021-01)The microscopic agglutination test (MAT) is widely considered the gold standard techniques for diagnosis of Leptospirosis because of its high specificity, and ability to elucidate the infecting Leptospira species or ... -
Occurrence and antimicrobial susceptibility of selected bacteria isolated from mobile phones of health workers from Uganda Martyrs' Hospital Lubaga
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Background: Mobile phones have become part of health professional’s equipment and are used extensively for communication in clinical setting. Mobile phones like any inanimate objects can harbor microorganisms associated ... -
Seroprevalence of pathogenic Leptosira and associated risk factors among febrile dogs presented at small animal clinics in Kampala metropolitan area, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01)There is significant evidence of leptospirosis in humans and animals in Uganda, with animal-human interactions being pointed out as potential sources of leptospirosis for humans. In this regard, studies have been conducted ... -
Exploring diagnostic application of cross-reactivity between Leptospira Serovars as used in standard microscopic agglutination test for Leptospirosis
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The microscopic agglutination test (MAT) is widely considered the gold standard techniques for diagnosis of Leptospirosis because of its high specificity, and ability to elucidate the infecting Leptospira species or ... -
Determinant biological indicators of colony strength in honey bees (Apis mellifera)
(Makerere University, 2021-01)Despite the high demand in both local and international market for honey and its related products, beekeepers are unable to supply the required volumes. Honey production especially in Uganda remains suboptimal, several ... -
Microbial contamination of homemade Kombucha Tea Beverage consumed cold by residents in Central Ward Mityana Municipality, Mityana District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Kombucha is a fermented, lightly effervescent, sweetened black or green tea drink commonly consumed for its supposed health and nutritional benefits with considerable evidence. It’s a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast ... -
Stakeholders perceptions of effectiveness of community based animal health workers in Kotido district
(Makerere University, 2018-10-12)This study aimed at documenting stakeholder perceptions of effectiveness of CAHWs in Kotido district in Karamoja region. It was a qualitative cross-sectional study that targeted the CAHW service consumers (Pastoralists ... -
Antimicrobial activity of Moringa Oleifera seed extract against Escherichia Coli, Enterococcus Faecalis isolated from well-water sources in Makindye Division
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The aim of this study was to determine the antimicrobial activity of the ethanolic extract of Moringa oleifera seeds against selected microorganisms (Escherichia coli and Enterococcus faecalis) that were isolated from water ... -
Prevalence and risk factors of diabetes mellitus among HIV patients on anti-retroviral therapy at Gulu Regional Referral Hospital, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01)Africa has a high prevalence of both human immunodeficiency virus and non-communicable diseases but in Uganda there are few data on co-morbid non-communicable diseases like diabetes mellitus among HIV patients on anti-retroviral ... -
Bacteriological analysis of rooftop harvested rain water in Luvumbula Parish, Kiringente Subcounty, Mpigi District
(Makerere University, 2019-10)The study was aimed at bacteriological analysis of rooftop harvested rainwater in Luvumbula Parish, Kiringente Sub County, Mpigi District in Central Uganda, where most of the people about 84% rely on rooftop harvested ... -
Effects of Mondia Whitei as a supplement in egg yolk semen extender on motility and vitality of stored goat semen
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Mondia whitei was used in ancient times as an aphrodisiac even though little scientific evidence existed about its efficacy since then many studies have been carried out to determine its efficacy and be applied in other ... -
Prevalence of extended spectrum β-Lactamase producing Escherichia coli and it’s antimicrobial susceptibility patterns in effluents from Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2019-08)This was a cross sectional study carried out from March to April 2019 at Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala district. Samples of effluents from accessible channels of Mulago National Referral Hospital wards were ... -
Assessing the pre-disposing factors for tick borne diseases in dairy cattle in Gayaza Nangabo Sub County
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The purpose of this study was to assess the predisposing factors for tick borne diseases in dairy cattle in Gayaza. The data was collected through observation and interviewing in face to face interviews among 45 dairy ... -
Determining the pre-disposing factors to bovine mastitis in selected dairy farms in Gayaza, Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2019-10)The research work was designed to determine the predisposing factors to bovine mastitis disease in Gayaza Wakiso District. The study design was observational in nature and through use of an interview guide. The study sample ... -
Assessing the plant and mammalian species diversity and abundance in dichrostachys cinerea invaded and non-invaded areas of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019)Ecosystems supporting biodiversity are declining at an unprecedented rate, mainly being driven by anthropogenic activities. Such disturbances regimes exposes most ecosystems to invasion by either native plants or alien ... -
Comparative study of histochemical staining of negri bodies using lendrum’s phloxine-tartrazine and fuchsin safranine blue staining methods
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Rabies is a fatal zoonotic disease caused by infection with the rabies lyssavirus, which causes 55,000 human deaths annually worldwide with 95% occurring in Africa and Asia. Diagnosis of rabies started way back in 1880 ... -
Environmental contamination with antimicrobial resistant pathogenic bacteria and Cryptococcus spp isolated from pigeon and marabou stork faecal matter in Mulago Hospital, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Background: Environmental contamination with pathogenic microorganisms in routine medical care settings poses an increased risk of health care associated infections through cross-transmission as most outdoor hospital ... -
Bacterial contamination of laptop computer keyboards used by students of COVAB and CHS, Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Laptops computers are ubiquitous in the school setting and have been shown to be contaminated with potentially pathogenic and skin microorganisms. This study was carried out to determine the bacterial contamination of ... -
Levels and factors that influence record keeping on selected dairy farms in Kyangyenyi sub county Sheema district western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-12)Record keeping is the important tool in the agricultural sectors especially among dairy farmers, it facilities good accountability of the farm produces and productivity .In developed countries like U.S.A and Louisiana dairy ...
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