School of Biosciences (Biosciences): Recent submissions
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Determining the prevalence of Trichomonas Vaginalis as a possible marker of inconsistent in condom use
(Makerere University, 2011-05)A cross sectional study was carried out at Assessment Center, based at Mulago Hospital, to determine the prevalence of Trichomonas vaginalis as a possible marker of inconsistent condom use among individuals. Its’ specific ... -
The feeding ecology, ontogeny and larval feeding in Labeo Victorianus Boulenger 1901 (Pisces: Cyprinidae)
(Makerere University, 2009-06)Labeo victorianus was one of the most popular commercial fish of Lake Victoria highly cherished by all communities within the lake basin. The fish was over fished and by the early 1960s it had virtually disappeared from ... -
The prevalence of Crustacean parasities on Nile Perch (Lates niloticus) and Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in Lake Kyoga, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2009-09)A study to investigate the prevalence and distribution of crustacean ectoparasites on the commercial fish species, Nile perch and Nile tilapia in Lake Kyoga, Uganda, was conducted through a survey for six months starting ... -
Performance of rotifer (Brachionus Calyciflorus Pallas) fed on chlorella cultured on locally available nutrient materials
(Makerere University, 2012-10)Locally available nutrient materials (Cowdung, Soybean extracts and Diammonium Phosphate (DAP)/UREA inorganic fertilizer) were used to prepare culture media for growing Chlorella spp. as a food base for rotifer culture and ... -
Habitat utilization and reproductive biology of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) in Albert Nile, Nebbi District
(Makerere University, 2009-12)Some aspects of habitat utilization (distribution, abundance, size classes, condition factor) and reproductive biology (sex ratio, size at first maturity, fecundity) of O. niloticus were examined in Albert Nile in Nebbi ... -
An ecogeographical study and genetic variation of the genus eulophia in selected wetlands of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2010-10)The study was carried out in some freshwater emergent reed swamps typically dominated by a single reed species and seasonally flooded herbaceous wetlands whose vegetation composition was variable. These were the Kafu River ... -
Prevalence and control of tick-borne parasites of domestic ruminants in different livestock production systems in Gulu District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2011-06)The study assessed the prevalence of tick-borne parasites in domestic ruminants in relation to the control and / or management practices applied by farmers against ticks and TBDs in Gulu District, Uganda. Blood smears were ... -
Some pharmacological activities of selected medicinal plant species used for treating cattle diseases in Kabira Sub-County, Rakai District
(Makerere University, 2010-03)The study was undertaken with an overall objective of investigating use of medicinal plants in traditional management of cattle conditions / diseases with emphasis on helminthiasis and bacterial related infections in ... -
Ocurence of culturable Vibrio Cholerae from Lake Victoria, and Rift Valley Lakes Albert and George, Uganda
(Wiley Publishing, 2012)Vibrio cholerae, a bacterium that causes cholera, poses a human health risk when consumed via untreated or contaminated water. Monthly investigations into the presence of V. cholerae from Lakes Albert, George and Victoria ... -
Real-time imaging of the intracellular glutathione redox potential in the malaria parasite plasmodium falciparum
(Public Library of Science, 2013-12)In the malaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum, the cellular redox potential influences signaling events, antioxidant defense, and mechanisms of drug action and resistance. Until now, the real-time determination of the redox ... -
Biochemical characterisation of water from River Ntabago and implication on water quality and safety
(2011-05)This study analysed the biological and chemical components characterising water from River Ntabago. The composition of the water determines its quality and affects the lives of aquatic organisms and other water consumers. ... -
Dithiocarbamate residue levels in selected vegetables from Bukavu Region, Democratic Republic of Congo
(2011-03)This study involved a survey on the use of dithiocarbamates in agriculture practices in Bukavu Region and the determination of their residues in vegetables (tomatoes and cabbages) from five main sites supplying Bukavu town ... -
Suitability of cyclopoids as starter live feed for the African Catfish (Clarias Gariepinus, Burchell 1822) larvae culture in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2012-10)Imported Artemia cysts (the Brine Shrimp) are the only readily available live feed for purchase to catfish seed aquaculturists in Uganda. The current study explored the possibility of using cyclopoid copepods as alternative ...