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The role of Ecotones in stabilizing their constituent Ecosystems: A case study of Kisenyi-Makerere Ecotone in Kampala District, Uganda.
(Makerere University., 2023-07-23)This study examined the role of the Kisenyi-Makerere ecotone in stabilizing its constituent rural and urban ecosystems in Kampala, Uganda. Ecotones are transition zones between two ecosystems that often exhibit unique ... -
Antifungal Resistance and heavy metal tolerance in fungai found in PM 2.5 .
(Makerere University., 2024-12-06)The objectives behind this research were to determine the antifungal resistance and heavy metal tolerance in fungi found in PM2.5. The fungal isolates were obtained by riding around 23km around Kampala. The first objective ... -
Effects of fermentation on the proximate composition of raw cassava, a case of Ochola Cultivar from Pakwach.
(Makerere University., 2023-04-24)Cassava is a staple food in Pakwach district. It is highly preferred because it is very nutritious with high carbohydrate content, resilient to harsh climatic conditions and can grow in poor soils. However, cassava contains ... -
Evaluating the effect of heat treatment on the stability of active ingredients in Antiretroviral drug residues in chicken and swine muscle for human consumption.
(Makerere University., 2024-11-26)The misuse of antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) in livestock farming, particularly in Uganda, raises significant public health concerns due to potential drug residues in meat products. This study investigates the impact of heat ... -
Viability of novel feed ingredients used for aquafeed production in East Africa.
(Makerere University., 2024-10-15)Aquaculture, as an emerging venture that fulfills both health and economic needs, is highly dependent on the availability and cost of feeds. Consequently, the economic impact of feeds is a critical factor to address in ... -
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, ... -
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 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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Determinants for choosing an effective method for controlling algae growth in aquariums.
(Makerere University, 2024-09)Aquariums are enclosures designed to house aquatic organisms, usually fish, but sometimes also plants and other aquatic organisms. However, excessive algae growth which makes an aquarium look unappealing, with green, brown, ... -
Prevalence of inducible clindamycin resistance in staphylococcus aureus from clinical samples from Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Clindamycin is one of the important alternative antibiotics in the therapy of Staphylococcus aureus infections due to the sharp emergence and spread of methicillin resistant S. aureus (MRSA) both in the community and ... -
Assessing the anti-bacterial activity of zinc oxide nanoparticles from aloe barbadensis on klebsiella pnuemoniae and staphylococcus aureus
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Nanoparticles are employed extensively in the fields of electronics, optics, biomedicine, and materials science. They have gained unexpected popularity in recent years by offering creative solutions in several scientific ... -
Enhancing the growth performance and yield of Amaranthus dubius through application of banana bio-composite fertilizer
(Makerere University, 2024)Amaranthus dubius (spleen spinach) is a leafy vegetable distributed in tropical and subtropical regions and belongs to the economically important family Amaranthaceae and its leaves are usually consumed in the cooked form ... -
Geological mapping project report of Area I, Igayaza-Isingiro district and geological excursion to Southwestern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)The geological mapping project was carried by the year 2 students from the department of Geology and Petroleum, Makerere University. The field mapping duration was seven days. The major aim of this field mapping was to ...
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