School of Biosecurity, Biotechnolgy and Laboratory Sciences (SBLS)
Collections in this community
Recent Submissions
-
Expression of recombinant Rhipicephalus appendiculatus Ra85 gut protein in Pichia pastoris yeast cells
(Makerere University, 2026)Rhipicephalus appendiculatus is a major vector responsible for transmitting Theileria parva, the causative agent of East Coast Fever in cattle across sub-Saharan Africa. The control of this tick species has traditionally ... -
Potency, antibacterial, and antifungal activity of orgasha-formulated herbal extract against selected archived bacterial and fungal isolates at Mengo Hospital Microbiology Laboratory
(Makerere University, 2026)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a major global health challenge, with increasing failure of conventional antibiotics and antifungals. This study investigated the phytochemical composition, in-vitro antimicrobial ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices associated with antibiotic use and resistance among postnatal mothers attending treatment at Case Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an escalating global health crisis, with low- and middle-income countries like Uganda bearing the greatest burden. Postnatal mothers play a critical role in the spread of AMR due to their ... -
Occurrence and antibiotics resistance patterns of Escherichia coli isolated from fast-foods at selected eating outlets around Makerere University, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2025)Contamination of fast foods with Escherichia coli is a public health concern, especially in urban areas with high food vending as an economic activity. The emergence of antibiotic-resistant E. coli strains further exacerbates ... -
In-silico analysis and design of a chimeric protein containing B-cell epitopes of proteins for the control of Mpox
(Makererere University, 2026)Mpox, caused by the Monkey pox virus (MPXV), remains a public health challenge due to its genetic diversity with multiple clades of varying virulence and geographic spread. The current live-attenuated vaccine, JYNNEOS ... -
Prevalence and risk factors associated with needle stick injuries among healthcare workers at Komamboga Health Centre III
(Makerere University, 2026)Needle stick injuries (NSIs) are among the common occupational hazards that health care workers experience which exposes them to contraction of blood borne pathogens leading to infections such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, ... -
Adherence and factors associated with adherence to Tuberculosis treatment among HIV patients accessing health care services at Mengo Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: TB is a highly contagious disease affecting a big number of people and is majorly caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The study had a purpose of assessing the adherence and factors associated with TB treatment ... -
Assessment of electrolyte imbalance among patients newly diagnosed with Mycobacterium tuberculosis disease
(Makerere University, 2025)Tuberculosis is an ancient infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It’s the world’s most deadly disease because a third of the infected individuals become clinically sick. It’s therefore, the major cause ... -
Molecular identification of tick-borne hemoparasites in Amblyomma species from Nubian Giraffes from Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Amblyomma tick spp are potential vectors of tick-borne hemoparasites, such as Anaplasma, Ehrlichia spp, and Theileria, Babesia spp, which cause diseases of veterinary importance to wildlife, including the critically ... -
In-silico identification and characterisation of candidate B-cell epitopes of SPA ClfA, ClfB FnBPA and FnBPB for peptide based vaccine design for control of staphylococcus aureus infection
(Makerere University, 2025)Staphylococcus aureus remains a significant global health threat due to its capacity to cause severe infections and its growing resistance to antibiotics. Peptide-based vaccines targeting surface adhesins offer a promising ... -
Prevalence and risk factors of HIV in children between six weeks to two years from mothers attending ART Clinic at TASO Mulago
(Makerere University, 2022)Prevention of MTCTH requires early HIV diagnosis and timely preventive treatment. This study was aimed at assessing the rate of MTCTH through determining the prevalence and risk factors associated among HIV exposed infants ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices associated with antibiotic use and resistance among postnatal mothers attending treatment at Case Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an escalating global health crisis, with low- and middle-income countries like Uganda bearing the greatest burden. Postnatal mothers play a critical role in the spread of AMR due to their ... -
In vitro evaluation of antimicrobial potential of catha edulis on selected microorganisms
(Makerere University, 2025)To determine antimicrobial activity of Catha edulis on selected microorganisms and to determine the minimum inhibitory concentration of khat extracts as well as the establishment of the susceptibility of specific pathogens ... -
In-Vitro antibacterial activity of Garlic and Eucalyptus extracts against methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli
(Makerere University, 2025)The rise of antimicrobial resistance has increased interest in plant-based antibacterial agents as potential alternatives to conventional antibiotics. This study investigated the in-vitro antibacterial activity of ethanolic ... -
Assessment of the microbial quality and safety of domestic water sources in major trading centers in Kalangaalo Sub County, Mityana District
(Makerere University, 2025)A cross-sectional study to assess the microbial quality and safety of domestic water sources was conducted between January -July, 2025 in the sub-county of Kalangaalo, Mityana district. Antimicrobial susceptibility profiles ... -
Prevalence and risk factors of plasmodium infections among patients attending Bukuku Health Centre IV, Northern Division, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Plasmodium infections continue to be a significant public health concern in Uganda, with varying transmission intensities across different regions. Fort Portal City, located in the western region, has experienced fluctuations ... -
Prevalence and risk factors associated with Cervical Cancer among female patients attending Nakavule Main Hospital, Iganga District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Cervical cancer remains a significant health challenge globally, with Uganda being no exception. Despite the availability of preventive measures, the disease continues to affect many women, particularly in regions with ... -
Prevalence of Coxiella burnetii in ticks by molecular detection in different regions of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Coxiella burnetii is a highly infectious organism that easily spreads through aerosols causing Q fever in humans. Ticks can harbour and transmit C. burnetii to animals, contributing to disease maintenance. This study aimed ... -
Prevalence of Syphilis and associated risk factors among pregnant women attending Antenatal Care Clinic at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital - Kasese Municipality, Kasese District
(Makerere University, 2024)Syphilis in pregnant women remains an important medical condition due its consequences and is one of the common sexually transmitted infections globally, with substantial short and long-term health complications if untreated. ... -
Prevalence and associated risk factors of urinary tract infections among Makerere University students attending Makerere University Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: UTIs among university students is commonly similar to general population and majority of the females have recurrent infections within 1 year, the infection is associated to discomfort, poor concentration and ...
RSS 1.0