Browsing School of Biosecurity, Biotechnolgy and Laboratory Sciences (SBLS) by Subject "Uganda"
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Antimicrobial resistance profiles of Escerichia coli in different farming systems in Kamuli and Isingiro districts of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-16)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global crisis, as new forms of resistance emerge and are spreading quickly between continents. The problem of AMR is vast in developing countries, where the burden of infectious ... -
Antimicrobial susceptibility profile of klebsiella species associated with mastitis in cattle from Ssembabule District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-30)Mastitis is one of the major burdens affecting the dairy sector lowering both the quality and quantity of milk. In an attempt to manage or prevent mastitis, farmers have resorted to frequent and irrational use of antimicrobial ... -
Biosecurity knowledge, attitudes and practices of livestock farmers on selected farms of Kamwenge District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-15)Worldwide, infectious are diseases are on the rise, hence strengthening farm biosecurity is vital to stabilize livestock production, protect economies, human health, the environment, and social cultural values. Limited ... -
Challenges causing laboratory non-conformances affecting implementation of quality management systems towards accreditation in Teso Sub-Region, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Uganda has made significant progress in implementing quality management systems (QMS) in clinical laboratories, resulting in 38 accredited facilities. Despite these advancements, challenges persist, impeding the attainment ... -
Determination of Rubella virus strains associated with congenital birth defects in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-19)Rubella, a vaccine-preventable viral disease, is a highly contagious childhood disease caused by the rubella virus that is still prevalent in all regions except the Americas, where it has been eradicated. Rubella is a ... -
Ecological risk determinants potentiating wildlife anthrax occurrence, and bio-surveillance tools for control and prevention: A case study of Queen Elizabeth Conservation Area in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Anthrax has long standing history at Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park, where outbreaks have occurred consistently and periodically with significant wildlife mortalities. Bacillus anthracis, the causative agent, is a ... -
Evaluation of somatic embryo production in three elite cassava farmer preferred Ugandan genotypes (Nasse13, Narocass1, and Nase19) and genetic transformation of Narocass1 using agrobacterium-mediated gene transfer
(Makerere University, 2023-05-15)Friable embryogenic callus (FEC) production is a prerequisite for the genetic transformation of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz), however, its induction first requires the generation of organised embryogenic structures ... -
Genetic evolution of influenza A H9N2 viruses isolated from domestic poultry in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-08-10)A(H9N2) avian influenza A viruses were first detected in Uganda in 2017 and have since established themselves in live bird markets. The aim of this study was to establish the subsequent genetic evolution of H9N2 viruses ... -
Investigation of the virulence markers and drivers enabling Escherichia Coli to cause neonatal and postweaning piglet diarrhea in Mukono and Masaka Districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Piggery production is highly constrained by diseases with diarrhea in piglets being a major condition resulting in economic losses and piglet mortalities to smallholder farmers in Uganda. This cross-sectional study was ... -
Lack of association between fluconazole susceptibility and ERG11 nucleotide polymorphisms in cryptococcus neoformans clinical isolates from Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-08)Over 50% of Ugandan HIV-infected patients die due to cryptococcal meningitis [CM]-related complications. Fluconazole is the drug of choice for CM monoprophylaxis in resource-limited settings such as Uganda. Emerging ... -
Molecular characterisation of human respiratory adeno viruses in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-20)Background: Human adenoviruses (HAdV) are a diverse group of viruses causing a broad range of infections of the respirator y, urogenital, gastrointestinal tracts, and keratoconjunctivitis. Currently there are over 69 ... -
Prevalence and patterns HIV-1 drug resistance among patients experiencing persistent low-level viremia on first-line antiretroviral therapy in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11-27)The emergence of HIV-1 drug resistance during the course of antiretroviral therapy limits the success of treatment programs. Evidence has shown that HIV infected people experiencing periods of persistent low-level viremia ... -
Prevalence of cystic echinococcosis in selected pastoral and agro-pastoral districts of Uganda
(JSciMed Central, 2016-05-10)A cross sectional ultrasound screening survey for human cystic echinococcosis (CE) was undertaken in the pastoral dist ricts of Moroto, Napak, Nakapiripirit and Amudat in Karamoja sub-region; and agro-pastoral communities ... -
The role of hyperferritinaemia in pediatric severe malaria pathogenesis and kidney injury
(Makerere University, 2023-01)Ferritin, a highly conserved iron storage protein that sequesters iron from pathogens including Plasmodium falciparum, is part of the acute phase response in malaria pathogenesis. Ferritin levels are elevated in severe ... -
Sero-prevalence and risk factors associated with Brucella Canis infection in dogs in Zombo District, Northwestern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Canine brucellosis is an infectious debilitating disease of economic and public health significance in dogs worldwide. In Uganda, no systematic study has been conducted to establish the occurrence of the condition in dog ... -
Spatial and temporal distribution of foot and mouth disease in cattle in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-07-12)Background: Foot and Mouth disease is a notifiable transboundary disease, which is endemic in a large area of Sub-Saharan Africa, including Uganda. Recently, the disease has emerged from new areas, with a high impact, ... -
Spatial distribution of pulmonary tuberculosis patients with delays to seeking evaluation in five referral hospitals of Uganda and the associated predictors.
(Makerere University, 2021-11)Background: Decreasing tuberculosis (TB) transmission requires interventions targeting communities with greatest need. Understanding spatial distribution and predictors of pulmonary TB patient’s (PTB) delays seeking ... -
Spatio-temporal patterns of anthrax outbreaks in cattle in Kween and Arua Districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-02)A study was done to understand and compare the spatiotemporal patterns of cattle anthrax outbreaks with emphasis on progression, intensity, direction, and hotspot areas in Arua and Kween districts. Data were collected ... -
The spatio-temporal trends Of FMD outbreaks in some districts of the cattle corridor in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-09)Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is a highly infectious viral disease that occurs in both wild and domestic animals. It is a disease of high significance to both the farmers and the Ugandan economy at large. In Uganda, FMD has ... -
Ticks and tick-borne diseases of cattle in selected districts of Uganda : zoonotic potential and public health implications
(Makerere University, 2022)Background: According to the World Health Organization and other international health monitoring bodies, ticks have emerged as a major player in propagating human diseases, yet their involvement in zoonotic disease ...