Makerere University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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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 ... -
A report on the geologic mapping of area c, Igayaza, Isingiro District, Western Uganda from 31st January, 2022 to 7th February 2022
(Makerere University, 2023-08)This report comprises a detailed compilation of aims, methods, findings, interpretations, conclusions and recommendations for the Igayaza-Isingiro geological mapping exercise and field excursion to south western Uganda. ... -
A report on the Geologic Mapping of Area L in Igayaza Isingiro District Western Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2023-08-31)Students studying Geology and Petroleum Geoscience at Makerere University are expected to attend a field mapping exercise after second year in Igayaza Isingiro district to develop skills such as collecting,analyzing, ... -
Production of biochemically significant yields of recombinant mycobacterium smegmatis rhomboid protease i
(Makerere University, 2022-09-03)The rhomboids are a recently discovered, well-conserved family of serine proteases. well-conserved family of serine proteases has been identified as a viable novel drug target in Mycobacterium TB and this could be very ... -
The use of music dance and drama to inspire the girl child in the greater Ankore and Kigezi sub regions of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Research was carried out about how music dance and drama has been used to inspire the girl child in the greater Ankore and Kigezi sub regions of Uganda and the objectives of the study were; To find out the impact of ... -
The local community's perceptions and attitude towards ecotourism development in Busitema Forest Reserve in Busia district
(Makerere University, 2023-10)The study aimed at Analyzing the Local Community’s Perceptions and Attitude Towards Ecotourism Development in Busitema Forest Reserve in Busia District. Specially three objectives guided this study and these were; 1). To ... -
Investigating the Impact of OHS Non-Compliance on Construction Projects in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06-16)Safety in the construction industry has always been a major issue. Non-compliance to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) practices has become a problem in construction sites since there is resistance from employers ... -
Assessing the effectiveness of result based financing in health centers in Lira City West. A case study of Ayago health center iii
(Makerere University, 2023-08)This study focuses on assessing the effectiveness of RBF in health centers in Lira City West with a specific case study of Ayago HCIII. RBF is an approach which ties financial incentives to the achievement of a predetermined ... -
Artificial Neural Network Predictive Modelling for floor tiling production rate.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-28)Demand for tiling in the construction industry is at an all-time high and consequently, costs of labour on construction sites have exponentially increased. This only becomes profitable at an optimal production rate. ... -
Development of a biosensor system that tests For the levels of aflatoxin in groundnuts.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)With the discovery of aflatoxins, a lot of study has been done with the goal of identifying these toxins in contaminated food and feed because of their carcinogenic effect. The majority of traditional detection approaches ... -
A comprehensive study on the existence of valuation inconsistencies in developing countries
(Makerere University, 2023-06-14)The research examined the existence of valuation inconsistencies in valuation for secured lending in developing countries in a case study of GKMA Uganda. The works of various authors were examined in the debate on valuation ... -
Translating Makerere University at 100 logo into wood carving
(Makerere University, 2022-08-15)Besides wood being used domestically, wood is also the primary material of many creatives coming from Africa forests. Aboriginal art, for example, relies on wood as one of its primary mediums for expression, while Middle ... -
Electronic inventory management system on retail businesses. Case study of Mbarara
(Makerere University, 2022-03)The study was aimed at investigating the advantages and disadvantages of using electronic inventory management system on retail businesses, a case study of Mbarara. The study also sought to determine the relationship between ... -
Irony in selected Ngakarimojong proverbs
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This dissertation thoroughly and carefully looks into the realm of irony within the cultural and linguistic contexts of the Karimojong people. Specifically, it focuses on the presence and significance of situational and ... -
Analysis of the impact of gold mining on site neighboring vegetation in Katsyoha-Kitomi Central Forest Reserve.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-12)Gold mining has increasingly become a great threat on the integrity of tropical forest ecosystems, and due to increasing gold demand majorly for personal consumption like jewelry especially in China, India and other areas. ... -
Socio demographic factors associated with the use of HIV test kits among people in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This study aimed at analyzing the socio demographic factors associated with the knowledge and use of HIV kits among the people in Uganda. The study was guided by specific objectives which included; to determine the level ... -
Farm level productivity and profitability of pumpkins in Kakiri sub – county, Wakiso district.
(makerere university, 2022)This research study is concerned with understanding the farm level productivity of pumpkins in Kakiri Sub county Wakiso District. The study was conducted because pumpkin is such a very nutritious and medicinal crop, however ... -
Water Quality Evaluation of Drinking Water Sources within Kyebando Ward using Water Quality Index.
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Despite the existence of public water points in peri-urban areas, the quality of water remains questionable and has raised concerns about its suitability for human consumption. The study aimed to identify the suitability ... -
Investigating the influence of con-cob ash as a partial replacement of cement in pavers
(Makerere University, 2022-10-20)Agricultural wastes are dumped in landfills or left on land which constitutes a nuisance. This study presents the results of the investigation of Corn Cob (agricultural waste) Ash (CCA) as a partial replacement of cement ...