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Treatment of raw water using bentonite clay as a coagulant aid
(Makerere University, 2021)
The effectiveness of bentonite as a coagulant aid using PAC as a coagulant for raw water treatment was assessed in this study. The possible the conventional link between aluminum based coagulants has become an issue in ...
The effect of background colour on growth performance and survival rate of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) fry raised in tanks
(Makerere University, 2021-05-14)
The effect of tank background color (blue, black, and white) on growth performance and survival rate of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fry were investigated. The study was carried out at Pearl Aquatics fish farm in ...
Abundance and diversity of soil macro fauna in the different agricultural systems in kamira sub-county Luwero district.
(Makerere University, 2021-05-18)
Different agricultural systems exert different impacts on soil macrofauna abundance and diversity due to different management systems employed. Agricultual systemS assesed included coffee plantation, maize garden, potato ...
The socioeconomic factors associated with participation of pregnant women in physical activities in Rubaga Division, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2021)
The study sought to examine the socioeconomic factors associated with participation of pregnant women in physical activities a case study of Kawaala Health Centre IV in Lubaga division Kampala District. The purpose of the ...
Y chromosome haplotyping of the Iteso of North Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-11-12)
Haplogroups are mtDNA sequences polymorphism variations that have occurred for more than150000 years and correlate with the geographical origins of populations traced through the maternal lineages. A few new mutations, ...
Assessment of the influence of wetland modification on bird communities of Lubigi in Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02-03)
Lubigi is one of the largest wetlands in Central Uganda which has unique wildlife including over 61 bird species, the objective of the study was to assess the influence of wetland modification on bird communities of Lubigi. ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...