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Fatty acid composition of muscle, liver, and adipose tissue of freshwater fish from Lake Victoria, Uganda
(Journal of Aquatic Food Product Technology., 2011)Fish oils may differ in fatty acid (FA) composition depending on diet. Oils extracted from muscle, liver, and adipose tissue of Nile perch (Lates niloticus), Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), silver fish (Rastrineobola ... -
Small tropical reservoirs and fish cage culture: a pilot study conducted in Machakos district, Kenya
(Aquaculture International., 2011-01-07)The findings of this study provide useful insights into the key aspects of fish cage farming to be considered during setting and overall management of multi-purpose water resources so as to maximise their aquacultural ... -
Fatty acids of polar lipids in heart tissue are good taxonomic markers for tropical African freshwater fish
(African Journal of Aquatic Science, 2011-07)The fatty acid profiles in total, neutral and polar lipids in the heart tissues of five freshwater fish species (Nile perch Lates niloticus, Nile tilapia Oreochromis niloticus, marbled lungfish Protopterus aethiopicus, ... -
Mansonella perstans filariasis in Africa
(Elsevier: Acta Tropica, 2011-09)Mansonella perstans is a vector-borne human filarial nematode, transmitted by tiny blood-sucking flies (biting midges). It is widespread in many parts of Sub-Saharan Africa and also occurs in parts of Central and South ... -
Relationship between profiles and managerial competencies of selected soccer club managers in Uganda
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2011-10)Over the past three decades, the level of soccer performance in Uganda has been on the decline. Several _fact?rs have been advanced for this trend, including the poor management practices of the soccer administrators, ... -
Influence of perceived services cape on the customers' repatronage intentions in selected leisure centres in Mbale district, Uganda
(Kyambogo University(unpublished), 2011-10)The degree of excitement which customers experience while consuming the leisure services may be a determinant of their satisfaction with the service experience. The services cape is important because it can either enhance ... -
Nutrient alterations in Nile perch (Lates niloticus) skins owing to various processing and cooking techniques
(International Journal of Environmental Studies, 2012-01)Nile perch (Lates niloticus) skin is a major substitute for whole fish especially among low-income groups who are especially vulnerable to protein and micronutrient deficiencies. The object of this study was to determine ... -
Mechanical properties of ceramic floor tiles made from selected minerals in Uganda
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2012-06)This study was designed to produce porcelain floor tiles using raw materials found in Uganda and to determine mechanical properties of the tiles produced. The properties were then compared with South African National ... -
Characterization and analysis of some natural dyes from selected plants in Uganda
(Makerere University (Unpublished work)., 2012-08)Forty different plant species with potential to yield natural dyes were collected from different parts of Uganda between 2004 and 2008. Extraction of the plant materials was done using distilled water after heating for ... -
Nucleotide degradation products, total volatile basic nitrogen, sensory and microbiological quality of Nile perch(Lates niloticus) fillets under chilled storage
(Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Food sciences, 2012-11)Degradation products of adenosine nucleotide and total volatile basic nitrogen (TVBN) concentration provide means of ascertaining freshness of commercial fish products. A complementary sensory analysis has also been adopted ... -
Organochlorine pesticide residues in skin, flesh and whole carrots (Daucus carota) from markets around Lake Victoria basin, Uganda
(Taylor & Francis online: International Journal of Environmental Studies., 2013)Residual concentrations of organochlorine pesticides in vegetables cause concern because of their adverse health effects. Pesticides have been applied in agricultural production and vector control in Uganda. Vegetables may ... -
Effectiveness of university teacher education curriculum on the secondary school teacher performance in Uganda: the case of Kyambogo University
(Journal of International Cooperation in Education., 2013)The main objective of this study was to examine the effectiveness of the Kyambogo University teacher-education curriculum on secondary school teacher performance in Uganda. The study was conducted between 2008-2011. Q ... -
A detailed time series assessment of the diet of Lesser Flamingos: further explanation for their itinerant behaviour
(Hydrobiologia., 2013-04-27)We hypothesised that changes in nutritional composition and quality of the pelagic phytoplankton community influence the occurrence of Lesser Flamingo populations in two Kenyan saline– alkaline lakes, Nakuru and Bogoria. ... -
The use of stakeholder analysis in integrated watershed management
(Mountain Research and Development., 2013-05-01)In the Ngenge watershed, at Mt. Elgon in the eastern Ugandan highlands, agricultural practices cause serious soil erosion problems and subsequent decrease in soil and water quality. Attempts to manage soil erosion through ... -
Body composition analysis of pupils in urban schools in central Uganda
(International Journal of Business and Social Science, 2013-07)A pre experimental research was conducted to analyse the body composition of 1929 pupils aged 6 to 9 years in central Uganda. Anthropometric measures (height and weight) were taken and Body Mass Index (BMI) was computed. ... -
Analysis of injuries incurred by amateur female rugby players: A case of selected clubs in Kampala district, Uganda
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2013-10)Rugby players are exposed to injuries which are most especially on the upper and lower limbs since the game involves a lot of collisions. The purpose of the study was to analyse the injuries incurred by 25 amateur female ... -
The potential of vocational pedagogy in vocational education and training education
(International Journal of Vocational Education and Training, 2014)Fifteen masters in Vocational Pedagogy thesis abstracts of researches done were analyzed by collating their purposes and findings. The findings indicated that training methods used in many institutions lacked vocational ... -
Vocational education and training for regional economic integration: from ideas to action
(International Journal of Vocational Education and Training, 2014)Africa desires to integrate her regional economies and achieve a continental common market by 2028. Such economic arrangement removes border barriers and allows free movement of goods and services between member countries. ... -
Physical activity patterns and fitness status of A and B division soldiers of Uganda peoples' defense forces
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2014-01)The main objective of this study was to assess physical activity patterns and fitness status of soldiers in A and B Divisions of UPDF. The study employed a cross-sectional survey, a preexperimental research design and a ... -
The influence of transformational leadership style on successful team management in selected kampala volleyball clubs.
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2014-01)The study explored the influence of transformational leadership on successful team management of selected Kampala volleyball teams. Specific objectives were: to investigate the influence of idealized influence on successful ...