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Growth and survival of Nile tilapia fingerlings fed on earthworm meal (Eisenia fetida) as a protein supplement
(Makerere University, 2021-02-19)
Lack of a sustainable protein supplement for use in fish feed formulation is a challenge to the aquaculturalists in the 21st century that necessitates identification and testing of conventional sources. This research aimed ...
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Adult Ugandan Athletes towards Covid-19 during the lockdown
(2021-02-11)
Covid-19 is a growing epidemic and pandemic that forced lock downs across the world including Uganda. Knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAPs) related to covid-19 during lockdown can inform the level of awareness and ...
Growth performance of clarias gariepinus larvae raised in Happa-in-pond
(MAKERERE UNIVERSITY, 2021-02-22)
The growth performance of C.gariepinuslarvae in pond and concrete tank hasbeen well documented. However, the challenges of shooters andeconomy of available space changed the focus of fish seed producers ...
Invitro evaluation of the antimicrobial efficacy of aloe vera extracts from local aloe vera plant on dental flora
(Makerere University, 2021-03-06)
This invitro experiment was conducted to test the antibacterial activity of different crude aloe
vera extracts on dental flora. A single colony from the plated oral sample media, was picked and
cultured in broth media. ...
Assessment of heavy metals (Lead,Arsenic,Cadmium) in yams grown in Kampala wetlands.
(Makerere University, 2021-02-22)
Yams consumed in Kampala are grown in wetlands around Kampala, which receive untreated industrial wastes, laden with heavy metals. Yams are known to accumulate heavy metals from the soils on which they are grown. Heavy ...
Relationship between Hiv-1 specific T-cell and antibody responses in chronically infected antiretroviral naive Ugandan patients
(Makerere University, 2021-02-22)
The interaction between T- and B-cells is vital for effective protective immunity because this relationship leads to production of optimal T-cell dependent antibodies. This study aimed at determining whether there is an ...
The microbial quality of deep fried packaged silverfish (rastrineobola argentea) sold in local markets.
(Makerere University, 2021-01-13)
The microbial quality of the deep fried packaged silverfish (Rastrineobola argentea) sold in five local markets around Kampala, Uganda was assessed. Samples of Rastrineobola argentea were randomly bought from the local ...
Assessment of antifungal activity of castor (ricinus communis) seed oil against dandruff causing fungi, malassezia furfur.
(Makerere University, 2021)
Dandruff is a common skin condition that mainly affects the areas rich in Sebaceous glands and has been mostly associated with the yeast Malassezia species according to Pierard-Franchimont, Xhauflaire-Uhoda, and Pierard ...
Isolation and Characterization Of Biodegrading Bacteria In Lubigi Wetland, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
Research was conducted to find out bacteria with potential for efficient urban organic waste degradation. Lubigi wetland was considered as the study area, because it witnesses inappropriate waste discharge with improper ...
Assessment of the effect of anthropogenic activities on the ecosystem health of river Malaba using macroinvertebrates as bioindicators
(Makerere University, 2021-02-03)
River Malaba, located in Eastern Uganda is a transboundary water resource shared by Uganda and Kenya, whose water flows to River Nile through Lake Kyoga. The river currently faces increasing environmental disturbance; ...