Faculty of Science: Recent submissions
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Characterisation of copper indium gallium diselenide solar module in the Ugandan climate
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2014-01)The photovoltaic solar energy from copper indium gallium diselenide (CIGS) solar module is one of the most promising sources of solar energy for large scale production of clean energy at competitive prices. The focus of ... -
Sensory and functional properties of iron and folic acid fortified nabe-3 bean and silver fish composite instant flour
(First Look Scientific African, 2023-09)Despite the need for Iron and Folic acid (IFA) during critical stages of child development and gestation, there is observed persistence in deficiencies despite medical and intervention efforts. This situation motivated a ... -
Radiological hazard levels due to gamma emmiting radionuclides in natural water bodies in selected sub-counties of Mubende district
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2016-01)This study was carried out to investigate the health hazard levels due to gamma rays emitted by radionuclides in natural water bodies in selected sub-counties in Mubende District. Owing to the interaction between underground ... -
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(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2012-06)This study was designed to produce porcelain floor tiles using raw materials found in Uganda and to determine mechanical properties of the tiles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 ... -
Textural hardness of selected Ugandan banana cultivars under different processing treatment
(Journal of Food Research, 2018-08)Textural hardness affects cooking time, processing, fuel used and the quality of cooked bananas. In this study, textural hardness of selected Ugandan cooking and juice banana cultivars at green maturity was determined using ... -
Characterization of pectin from pulp and peel of Ugandan cooking bananas at different stages of ripening
(Journal of Food Research, 2020-09)East African highland cooking bananas (EA-AAA) are a staple food and major source of calories for Ugandans. Cooking bananas are considerably wasted along the postharvest chain majorly due to poor handling and ripening. Banana ... -
Assessing the radiological hazards due to radionuclides in sediments and tailings around Kilembe copper mines, Western Uganda
(International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 2024-03-19)Copper mining in Kilembe Valley, Western Uganda, between 1956 and 1982 resulted in multiple tailing sites, raising concerns about potential increases in the natural background radiation. In this study, the radioactivity ... -
Prevalence and management of common soccer injuries during university games in Uganda
(International Research Journal of Public and Environmental Health, 2020-06)The study sought to establish the common soccer injuries, their causes and management among Busitema University athletes. The study used a cross- sectional survey design involving quantitative and qualitative approaches ... -
Epidemiology and causes of common soccer injuries during university games in Uganda
(Kabale University Interdisciplinary Research Journal, 2022-07)The study sought to establish the common soccer injuries, their causes and management among Busitema University athletes. The study used a cross-sectional survey design involving quantitative and qualitative approaches ... -
Competitive and noncompetitive batch sorption studies of aqueous cd(ii) and pb (ii) uptake onto coffea canephora husks, cyperus papyrus stems, and musa spp. peels
(Journal of Chemistry, 2015-09)Coffea canephora, Cyperus papyrus, and Musa spp. were studied for competitive and noncompetitive removal of aqueous Cd2+ and Pb2+. The optimal conditions were pH 4.5 and agitation time 3.0 hours. Biomass constituent ions ... -
Assessment of levels, speciation, and toxicity of trace metal contaminants in selected shallow groundwater sources, surface runoff, wastewater, and surface water from designated streams in lake Victoria Basin, Uganda
(Journal of Environmental and Public Health, 2019-05)The levels, speciation of elements, and toxicity of selected trace metals as well as other parameters in selected surface water, shallow groundwater sources, landfill leachate, and associated surface runoff in the Lake ... -
Molecular analysis of knockdown resistance (kdr) mutations in the voltage‑gated sodium channel gene of Aedes aegypti populations from Saudi Arabia
(BMC Parasites & Vectors, 2022)Background: The Aedes aegypti mosquito is the primary vector for dengue, chikungunya, yellow fever and Zika viruses worldwide. The first record of Ae. aegypti in southwestern Saudi Arabia was in 1956. However, the first ... -
Fatty acid profile of wild edible and cultivated mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus, Amanita spp and Termitomyces microcarpus)
(Emerald Insight- Nutrition & Food Science, 2017)Purpose The aim of this paper is to investigate fat content and fatty acid profile of cultivated (Pleurotus ostreatus) and wild edible mushrooms (Amanita spp and Termitomyces microcarpus). Design/methodology/approach ... -
Efficacy of dietary polyphenols from whole foods and purified food polyphenol extracts in optimizing cardio metabolic health: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
(Advances in Nutrition, 2023)The evidence from clinical trials concerning the efficacy of dietary polyphenols on cardiometabolic health is divergent. Therefore, this review aimed to determine the pooled effect of dietary polyphenols on cardiometabolic ... -
The potential of vocational pedagogy in vocational education and training education part ii.
(International Journal of Vocational Education & Training, 2017)This paper is the second in the intended series depicting the vocational pedagogy research carried out by the students of the Masters in Vocational Pedagogy program at Kyambogo University, Uganda. Twenty-one thesis abstracts ... -
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. ... -
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 ... -
Prevalence of overweight and obesity among primary school children in Kampala central, Uganda
(African Journal for Physical Health Education, Recreation and Dance, 2014-12)Worldwide, the prevalence of overweight and obesity among children is increasing at an alarming rate. While this phenomenon has been well documented in western countries, scanty information exists in African countries. The ... -
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. ... -
The role of globalization, partnerships and technology in enhancing sports excellence in Africa.
(Taylor & Francis Group, 2016)It has variously been argued out that sport is as old as the human race. Thus, within the African continent in general, games and sports have been in existence since time immemorial and they have all along occurred in a ...