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Microbiological safety, nutritional profile and adequacy of composite porridge flour used in a selected school feeding program in Kamuli District
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The nutritional composition and microbiological safety of composite porridge flour used in the school feeding program by the Iowa State University - Uganda Program (ISU-UP) in Kamuli district were assessed. Fungal level ... -
Wastewater purification using pumice and maize cob biochar in column adsorption
(Makerere University, 2024-06)In this study, Agro-processing wastewater from the Incubation Centre at the School of Food, Technology, Nutrition, and Bio-Engineering Makerere University was analyzed to identify contaminant levels of EC, TDS, phosphorus, ... -
Using Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus lam) for masking soymilk beany flavor
(Makerere University, 2024-05)Soymilk is a lactose-free nutritious and naturally cholesterol-free product which is ready-to-drink. It has a beany flavor which is undesirable, however jackfruit has an excellent tropical flavor which is desirable. This ... -
Effect of selected post-harvest processing on the microbial safety of crickets
(Makerere University, 2024-05)This research presents an evaluation of the microbial safety of house crickets (Acheta domesticus), reared in the laboratory and harvested from the wild. The study is in line with the growing global interest in edible ... -
Effect of different precooking methods on the functional and physico-chemical properties of finger millet
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Finger millet (Eleusine coracana) is a major food security crop in Uganda and other parts of to different heating methods namely microwave at 200W,infra-red at 850W and steaming at Data was analyzed using ANOVA (p< 0.05). ... -
Utilization of stevia as a sucrose substitute in soy probiotic yoghurt
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Stevia is extracted from the leaf of stevia rebaudiana Bertoni plant and is a natural sweetener that has potential to be used as a sucrose replacement in sweetened products. This study aimed to investigate the effect of ... -
Water distribution network design with Epanet for Kakiri network system
(Makerere University, 2024-08)The design and optimization of water distribution networks are critical for ensuring efficient and reliable water supply in urban and rural settings. This project focuses on the application of EPANET software for designing ... -
Hydraulic modelling of the Bwaise drainage system for stormwater management
(Makerere University, 2024-05)The Bwaise drainage system in Kampala, Uganda, faces significant challenges in managing stormwater, leading to frequent flooding during extreme rainfall events. The floods indicate that the drainage system lacks sufficient ... -
Assessing the relationship between dietary practices and nutrition attitudes on nutrition status of diabetes mellitus patients aged between 25-65 years at Gulu Regional Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Type 2 diabetes is responsible for 596 deaths per year which places it among the top ten Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) that cause death in Uganda. Dietary practices such as consumption of high fat, high energy, and low ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices of fathers in infant and young child feeding and care practices in Bushenyi District
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: The optimum child’s growth, nutritional status, and cognitive development are influenced by the first 1,000 days of life; which is a period from conception to a child’s second birthday. This period is a crucial ... -
Functional and pasting properties of composite complementary porridge flours made from millet and pumpkin
(Makerere University, 2024-09)The study was carried out to assess the functional and pasting properties of composite complementary porridge flour formulations made using varying proportions of millet, pumpkins pulp and pumpkin seed flours. The functional ... -
Development of a zinc and potassium rich food supplement for management of hypertension using pumpkin seed flour
(Makerere University, 2024-06)Hypertension is disorder that is characterized by abnormally elevated blood pressure. Many medications have been developed and proven effective in treatment however there has been increased use of diet and lifestyle changes ... -
Design and simulation of a motorised hand held tiller for small and medium scale farmers
(Makerere University, 2024)The agricultural sector in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Uganda, faces significant challenges due to the reliance on traditional hand tools, which are labor-intensive and time-consuming. This study focused on the ... -
Investigating the effect of anaerobic co-digestion of fecal sludge and cooked food waste for biogas production
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Fecal sludge management (FSM) in Uganda is inadequately implemented because of inaccessibility to sanitation facilities and high FS emptying costs, among other factors. Equally, food waste from markets and restaurants ... -
Enhancing the operation smart IRRIKIT system with capacitive probe sensor and nrf24 radio technology for efficient irrigation scheduling
(Makerere University, 2024)The Smart Irri-Kit system, a solar-powered automated irrigation solution, has shown promise in enhancing water use efficiency and crop yields. However, its effectiveness is restricted by limitations such as corrosion-prone ... -
Design and development of a near-real-time cattle counting system for estimation of greenhouse gases emissions from cattle
(Makerere University, 2024)The escalating contribution of livestock-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to Uganda's anthropogenic emissions, accounting for approximately 18%, poses a critical environmental challenge. Existing methods for estimating ... -
Optimization of the cardboard box design for improved strength, and ventilation percentage for horticulture export products
(Makerere University, 2024)Horticulture involves the cultivation and care of plants for various uses, such as food, beauty, or decoration. Fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants are some examples of horticultural produce with Uganda being ... -
Optimization of the solar cooker cook-top thickness to withstand temperature and load
(Makerere University, 2024-05)The research aimed to enhance cook-top performance by varying the composition of fiberglass materials, specifically resin (R), pigment (P), and hardener (H) ratios, and varying the Resin-to Hardener ratio while using one ... -
Production of bioplastic from cassava peels to be used as a packaging material
(Makerere University, 2024-06)Plastics, composed primarily of synthetic or semi-synthetic polymers, pose significant environmental challenges due to their long decomposition time. The demand for biodegradable alternatives has led to the development of ... -
Techno-economic assessment of the treatment of organic waste using the Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) method in typical BSFL facilities in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The increasing adoption of Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) organic waste processing technology by firms has led to significant production of larvae, which serve as an alternative animal feed. Despite the growing interest ...
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