Makerere University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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The effect of public expenditure on private sector growth in Uganda 1992 to 2022
(Makerere University, 2024)This study examines the relationship between public expenditure and private sector growth in Uganda from 1992 to 2022. Using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model, the research investigates both the short-run and ... -
Evaluation of genoquick MTB dipstick assay for rapid detection of mycobacterium tuberculosis in sputum
(Makerere University, 2017)Tuberculosis, although a curable disease, continues to be one of the most important infectious causes of deaths worldwide (WHO, 2010). Globally, an estimated 1.4 million deaths occurred in 2011 as a result of infection ... -
Photo-catalytic degradation of microplastics in wastewater using Metal Modified Titanium (IV) oxide catalysts
(Makerere University, 2025-06)Microplastics (MPs) are increasingly recognized as emerging environmental pollutants due to their ubiquitous distribution, persistence, and potential impacts on ecosystems and human health. These particles, resulting from ... -
Genetic variation that determines TAPBP expression levels associates with the course of malaria in an HLA allotype-dependent manner
(PNAS, 2022)HLA class I (HLA-I) allotypes vary widely in their dependence on tapasin (TAPBP), an integral component of the peptide-loading complex, to present peptides on the cell surface. We identified two single-nucleotide polymorphisms ... -
Sticks and wheelchairs for elderly people in central Uganda: values of utility, provenance and presentation
(Cambridge University Press, 2022)While mobility-assistive devices ease movement and independence of persons with disabilities, their use may depend on their social and symbolic meaning. This article departs from our observation that elderly people in ... -
High viral suppression and low attrition in healthy HIV-infected patients initiated on ART with CD4 above 500 cells/μL in a program setting in Uganda
(African Health Sciences, 2020)Background: The World Health Organization recommends antiretroviral therapy (ART) for all HIV-infected patients at all CD4 counts. However, there are concerns that asymptomatic patients may have poorer viral suppression ... -
Prevalence, associated factors and in-hospital outcomes of gastrointestinal perforations at Bwera General Hospital, Kasese - Uganda: a retrospective cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2025)Introduction: Gastrointestinal perforations (GIPs) constitute surgical emergencies which necessitate prompt diagnosis and management that is significantly facilitated by the availability of adequate facilities and resources. ... -
Indications, early complications, and the associated factors following open surgical gastrostomy in patients admitted to Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Feeding gastrostomy, whether performed surgically or via percutaneous endoscopic or radiological methods, is the preferred approach for long-term enteral feeding in patients who are unable to swallow but possess ... -
Accuracy of ganga hospital open injury score in predicting amputation of severe open lower limb injuries among adults seen at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: With the recent advent of more motorization in Uganda, severe open lower limb injuries are pretty common. Hence, a frequent ethical and medical-legal dilemma in decision-making by frontline clinicians often ... -
Research priorities to inform “Treat All” policy implementation for people living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa: a consensus statement from the International epidemiology Databases to Evaluate AIDS (IeDEA)
(Wiley Online Library, 2019)Introduction “Treat All” – the treatment of all people with HIV, irrespective of disease stage or CD4 cell count – represents a paradigm shift in HIV care that has the potential to end AIDS as a public health threat. With ... -
Prevalence and patterns of humeral fractures amongst patients presenting with upper limb fractures to Mulago National Referral Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2025)Introduction: Humeral fractures are some of the major orthopaedic injuries presenting to the Accident and Emergency unit among patients with musculoskeletal trauma. However, their true prevalence and patterns is not yet ... -
Diagnostic accuracy of the modified triple test in evaluation of palpable breast masses among women under 40 years attending Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Breast lumps remain the commonest presentation among women at outpatient clinics in Uganda. However, the diagnostic utility of the modified triple test, MTT (physical breast examination, breast ultrasound, ... -
A qualitative exploratory interview study on birth companion support actions for women during childbirth
(BMC, 2022)Abstract Background: The World Health Organization recommends that women are supported continuously throughout labor by a companion of their choice. And, that companions have clearly designated roles and responsibilities ... -
Contraceptive acceptability and associated factors among young women (15-24) living with HIV/AIDS: a hospital-based study in Kampala, Uganda
(African Health Sciences, 2022)Introduction: In Uganda, over 43% of all pregnancies among young women (15-24 years) living with HIV are either unwanted or mistimed. Unintended pregnancies account for 21.3% of neonatal HIV infections. The objective was ... -
Inheritance of fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) resistance in tropical maize inbred lines
(Makerere University, 2025)Maize (Zea mays L.) is one of the world’s most important cereals consumed in various forms by more than 1.2 billion people worldwide. Maize yield losses range from 22–67% which is estimated between 2.5 to 6.1 billion United ... -
Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic considerations of rifamycin antibiotics for the treatment of tuberculosis
(Taylor and Francis, 2019)Tuberculosis (TB) treatment was revolutionized in 1965 with the discovery of rifamycins by Sensi et al. [1]. With the introduction of rifamycins, treatment duration drastically decreased from 18 to 6 months [2]. Rifamycins, ... -
Stakeholder analysis of the business incubator ecosystem in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)The study conducted a stakeholder analysis of the business incubator ecosystem in Uganda. It examined the business incubator policy framework in Uganda and identified the stakeholders in the business incubator ecosystem. ... -
Assessing the level of schools' exposure to landslide disasters in Bududa and Manafwa Districts
(Makerere University, 2021)Landslides are a common phenomenon in Uganda especially on mountain Elgon slopes in Eastern Uganda and poses great risks to numerous schools particularly in Bududa and Manafwa districts. The general objective of the study ... -
Evaluation of effective lactogenic doses of Moringa oleifera ethanol extract in Swiss Albino Rats
(Makerere University, 2022)Introduction Breastfeeding is a foundation of child development health and survival, women with insufficient milk use Moringa oleifera in enhancing breast milk without standard doses and dosage forms. Literature review. ... -
An analysis of revenue sustainability models for online publications in Uganda : a case study of ChimpReports
(Makerere University, 2025)This study analyses the revenue sustainability models utilized by online publications in Uganda, using ChimpReports as a case study. It explores the existing revenue models, the influence of technological advancement on ...