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Bacteriophage-mediated reversal of antibiotic resistance in E. coli
(Makerere University., 2024-11-28)This study looks into the ability of bacteriophage therapy to overcome antibiotic resistance in Escherichia coli, as well as the influence on susceptibility to antibiotics like ciprofloxacin, gentamicin, amoxicillin, ... -
Performance of wild and farmed fish pituitary extracts in induced breeding of African catfish
(Makerere University, 2024)The African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) is one of the globally important fish for food and affordable animal protein source due to its resilience to poor water quality and fast growing in production systems. In the study, ... -
Synthesis of activated biochar from cowdung and its application in removal of methylene blue from textile wastewater.
(Makerere university., 2024-07-26)This research focused on the removal of methylene blue dye from wastewater using adsorption method through application of activated biochar. Activated biochar was synthesized from pyrolysis of cow dung at 500C for 2 hours ... -
Assessment of Sports goods Manufacturing drivers among selected organizations in Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2024-12-05)Aim of the study: To assess drivers and attitudes of sports good manufacturing among stakeholders from selected organizations in Uganda Methodology: A cross sectional method was used, targeting national sports organizations, ... -
Extraction of oil from thevetia peruviana(pers.k.schum) ripe fruits and evaluation of its properties.
(Makerere University., 2024-09-04)The project was mainly focused on the extraction of oil from Thevetia peruviana ripe fruits and evaluate its properties. The evaluation of properties involved the determination of parameters such as iodine value, acid value ... -
Medicinal plants and cultural beliefs for measles treatment in children under five years in Sserunyonyi village, Mityana district
(Makerere University, 2024-03)The study investigated the medicinal plants and cultural beliefs for measles treatment in children under five years in Sserunyonyi village, Mityana district . It employed a cross-sectional, descriptive study approach ... -
The Strictural and Electronic properties of Silicon using the density functional theory.
(Makerere University., 2024-12-05)The structural and electrical properties of silicon are fundamental to understanding its behavior in semiconductor applications among others, particularly in electronic devices. This study utilizes the Density Functional ... -
The diversity and abundance of butterflies in Ancra forest.
(Makerere University., 2024-08-15)Forests provide critical habitats for tropical butterflies world-wide. However, habitat variation and disturbance within forests can affect butterfly communities and diversity in complex ways.Diversity of butterfly communities ... -
Synthesis and characterization of AL2O3/SNO2 for the photocatalytic degradation of alizarin yellow G dye from waste water
(Makerere University, 2024-05)This study was about synthesis and characterization of AL2O3/SnO2 for the photocatalytic degradation of alizarin yellow g dye from waste water. The synthesis of the nanocomposite was achieved thorough coprecipitation using ... -
Plant species used as contraceptives in Nambale 1 A Iganga District Eastern Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2023-06-16)The study aimed at investigating plant species used as contraceptives by community members of Nambale I A village in Iganga District. A community-based comparative cross-sectional study design was conducted among women ... -
Production of a perfume from Cymbopogon citratus oil rather than using synthetic chemicals
(Makerere University, 2024-12-05)The project aimed to extract essential oils from Cymbopogon citratus (lemon grass) and formulate a perfume out of the extracted essential oils. Steam distillation was used as a technique to extract the oils using two ... -
Maximizing the yield of production of biodiesel from animal fat
(Makerere University, 2024-06-19)This study investigates the transesterification of chicken fat to produce biodiesel, focusing on the effects of catalyst weight, alcohol-to-fat ratio, and reaction time on biodiesel yield. Utilizing 100 grams of chicken ... -
Determination of nitrogen and phosphorus content in sludge from Lubigi sewerage water treatment plant.
(Makerere University, 2024-09-16)The disposal of waste in the capital city of Uganda is one of the major problems facing the people living there. It comes with very many challenges and setbacks which result into environmental pollution, spread of both ... -
Analysing the occurrence of sunspots
(Makerere University, 2024-12-05)This study focuses on analyzing the occurrence of sunspots over a specific period to understand their temporal patterns and potential correlations with solar cycles. Using historical data, the analysis employed statistical ... -
Mitigation and repurposing of carbon dioxide emitted from refineries.
(Makerere University, 2024-09-04)This research project aimed at developing carbon capture technologies for mitigation of carbon dioxide in the environment. It involved investigating the composition of crude oil using a Gas Chromatography- Mass Spectrometry ... -
Synthesis and characterization of Zeolite/Zinc Oxide for the removal of Rhodamine B from Wastewater.
(Makerere University, 2024-05-30)This study aimed at the synthesis and characterisation of zeolite/ zinc oxide nanocomposite for the removal of Rhodamine B from wastewater. Zeolite/ zinc oxide nanocomposite was synthesised by precipitation method and ... -
Assessing the impact of rust on the quality of crude oil from the geo-samples store, Entebbe Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study investigated the effects of rust contamination, primarily composed of Iron oxides, on the quality of crude oil samples stored in steel containers. It focused on viscosity and API gravity alterations. The objectives ... -
A report on the geological mapping of area I in Igayaza Isingiro district
(Makerere University, 2024-12)The Igayaza mapping project is carried out by second year undergraduate students of Geology at the Department of Geology and Petroleum studies at Makerere University. its aimed at giving the students hands on training in ... -
An assessment of the performance of NWSC sewage treatment lagoons in Lira City
(Makerere University, 2024-12-03)An assessment of the performance of NWSC Lagoon Sewage Treatment Plants in Lira City was conducted with the aim of establishing their treatment efficiency and their potential to pollute downstream water resources. Permission ... -
Assessing the efficiency of chilli powder in controlling bean weevils (Acanthoscelides obtectus) during post- harvest storage of beans: A biochemical perspective
(Makerere University, 2024-12-04)Background This research aimed to investigate the effects of chili pepper in controlling bean weevils (Acanthoscelides obtectus) in stored beans. Chili pepper extracts (powder), known for their bioactive properties, are ...