School of Biosciences Collection
Recent Submissions
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Isolation and antibiotic sensitivity of Psuedomonas aeruginosa isolated from Oreochromis niloticus in Blaise fish market
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Prevalence of honey bee pests and predators in apiaries in Arwoteck Subcounty in Amolatar district
(Makerere University, 2026)Honey bees (Apis mellifera L.) are among the most important pollinators of flowering plants, playing a key role in provision of both direct and indirect value to the agricultural economy and, consequently, the global ... -
Analysis of Antibiotics Residue in Raw Cow Milk in Randomly Selected Farms in Moyo District, Northern Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2025-07-15)Antibiotic are commonly used veterinary medications but these residues especially in raw milk as in this study represent a significant public health concern due to their potential to causing allergic reactions, disrupt ... -
Assessing the efficacy of aloe vera extract (barbadensis) and guava extract (psidium guajava) on xanthomonas campestris pv campestris at conas microbiology laboratory
(Makerere University, 2024)Bacterial diseases in plants have significant impacts on agricultural production worldwide. Xanthomonas campestris pv. Campestris is a Gram negative bacterium(Bonas et al., 2000) that causes a variety of diseases in ... -
Microbiological quality assessment of bottled drinking water in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Access to microbiologically safe drinking water remains a critical component of public health, especially in rapidly urbanizing regions such as Kampala, Uganda. Bottled water has increasingly become a preferred source of ... -
A report on thermal heat storage and energy utilisation in a PV heat dual storage solar tank cooker
(Makerere University, 2025)Access to clean, sustainable, and affordable energy remains one of the most critical challenges in the developing world. In many rural and peri-urban areas of Uganda and similar regions, the majority of households continue ... -
Microbial quality of fresh fish in open-air urban markets : a case study of fresh Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) in Kaleerwe Market, Kampala - Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Fresh fish, particularly Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), serves as a critical protein source for Uganda's population, with per-capita consumption of 12.5 kg annually exceeding continental averages. However, inadequate ... -
The effectiveness of common washing methods in reducing mancozeb pesticide on tomatoes sold in selected markets around Kampala
(Makerere University, 2025)The widespread use of mancozeb a di thiocarbamate broad spectrum fungicide, in tomato farming has raised concerns due to its potential to leave harmful residues on produce. In Uganda, where tomatoes are a dietary staple, ... -
Effect of the water quality on the growth rate of Nile tilapia (Oreocromis niloticus) in aquaculture
(Makerere University, 2025)The increasing human population has led to an increase in the demand for sustainable protein sources has heightened interest in optimizing aquaculture practices, particularly regarding water resource utilization. This ... -
Isolation of ethidium bromide degrading bacteria
(Makerere University, 2022)Ethidium bromide (EtBr), a widely used fluorescent dye in molecular biology for DNA visualization in gel electrophoresis, poses significant environmental and health risks due to its mutagenic and carcinogenic properties. ... -
The diversity of tsetse flies in Chegere Sub County in Apac District, Nothern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)It is widely known that tsetse flies are solely responsible for the cyclical transmission of trypanosomes, the causative agents of ‘sleeping sickness’ in humans and ‘nagana’ in livestock. There are 31 species and subspecies ... -
Effects of anthropogenic activities on wetland coverage case study Nyama, Nyamasa and Titi Kiryandongo District
(Makerere University, 2025)With increasing population human activities have greatly increased which has directly put pressure on resources such as wetlands as they can be used for settlement purposes, they have no owners, agriculture because of their ... -
Determination of aflatoxin B1 in selected powdered spices from Kampala local markets
(Makerere University, 2025)Aflatoxin contamination in food commodities poses a significant global health challenge, particularly in regions with warm and humid climates. This study investigated the incidence of aflatoxin-producing molds and the ... -
Qualitative Determination of Phytochemical Ingredients In Selected Medicinal Plants.
(Makerere University, 2025-09-10)Medicinal plants are versatile sources of bioactive secondary metabolites having great therapeutic values. The aim of this study was to qualitatively determine the phytochemical composition in Curcuma longa, Prunus ... -
Development and characterization of okra-enriched yoghurt
(Makerere University, 2025)In recent years, there has been a growing global demand for functional foods that deliver health benefits beyond basic nutrition. Yogurt, a widely consumed fermented dairy product, is prized for its high protein, probiotic ... -
Investigation of Antifungal effect of Rabbit and Goat urine on Phythophthora Infestans
(Makerere University, 2025-07-15)ABSTRACT The increasing threat posed by Phytophthora infestans, the causal agent of late blight in tomatoes and potatoes, necessitates the exploration of alternative, eco-friendly disease control strategies. This study ... -
Effects of pollution on phytoplankton and zooplankton communities in Murchison Bay, Lake Victoria
(Makerere University, 2025-08-29)Anthropogenic activities significantly threaten freshwater ecosystems worldwide by degrading water quality and harming aquatic biodiversity. Lake Victoria, the world's second-largest freshwater lake, is especially vulnerable, ... -
Ethnobotanical Survey and Antibacterial Activity of Herbal Medicines Used for Dental Care in Mpigi Town Council, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025-05-20)Oral diseases are included in the list of the major health problems that humans face, with periodontitis, dental caries, and oral candidiasis being among the most important yet preventable infectious diseases. This study ... -
The Role and Perceptions of the Wetland Dependent Communities towards Conservation of Kiyanja-Kaku Wetland in Lwengo District, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2025-06-05)This study examined the roles and perceptions of wetland-dependent communities towards the conservation of the Kiyanja-Kaku Wetland in Lwengo District, Uganda. Kiyanja-kaku wetland, as an ecologically significant Ramzar ... -
Assessment of Heavy Metals in Poultry Feeds from the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025-06-04)This study investigated the concentrations of heavy metals; lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), and copper (Cu) in poultry feeds collected from five locations within the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Uganda: Wakiso ...
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