School of Biosecurity, Biotechnolgy and Laboratory Sciences (SBLS) Collection
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Bat ecology and social epidemiology of filoviruses in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Introduction: Filoviruses pose significant threats to both human and animal populations in Africa, particularly in Uganda, which ranks among the most affected by Ebola and Marburg virus outbreaks. These viruses are closely ... -
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 ... -
Quantitative expression of estrogen, progesterone and human epidermal growth factor receptor-2 and their correlation with immunohistochemistry in breast cancer at Uganda Cancer Institute
(PLOS ONE, 2025)The detection of Estrogen Receptor (ER), Progesterone Receptor (PR), and Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER-2) is important for the stratification of breast cancer and the selection of therapeutic modalities. ... -
Bacterial contamination of milk and antimicrobial resistance profiles of selected pathogens in Kiboga District
(Makerere University, 2018)Milk when not properly handled during transportation and storage, favors growth of several microorganisms. Many factors exist in the cattle corridor of Uganda that suggest bacteria contamination of milk during transport ... -
Seroprevalence and serotypes of foot-and-mouth disease virus in apparently clinically healthy small and large ruminant populations in selected districts of the Karamoja Sub-Region, North-Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Foot and mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals like cattle, sheep, and goats. It causes significant economic loss to the Uganda livestock industry due to livestock movement ... -
Differential gene expression in Schistosoma mansoni infected children along Lake Albert in uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Over 290 million people are infected by schistosomes worldwide. A third of Uganda’s population is infected and these are along freshwater bodies. Knowing the prevalence of schistosomiasis is key to informing national control ... -
Analyzing diagnostic infrastructure and capacity building needs for effective rabies control strategies in selected districts of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Rabies remains a significant public health concern in Uganda, particularly in rural districts where the disease is often underreported and inadequately managed. This study aims to assess the management and control strategies ... -
Assessing the aetiology of measles disease and measles-like illness in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Globally, measles is estimated to cause 140,000 deaths annually. Measles and measles-like illness (MLI) remain a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in children in sub-Saharan Africa including Uganda. Understanding ... -
Prevalence, risk factors and socio -economic effects of human and bovine brucellosis in post conflict northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease with worldwide impact on both animal production and public health. Human brucellosis is closely associated with the disease occurrence in animals, and it is endemic in many developing ... -
Antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of escherichia coli isolates from livestock and predisposing factors to antimicrobial resistance in Isingiro and Kamuli Districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health challenge to human and animal population. Increase in livestock population coupled with intensive husbandry practices has greatly resulted into increased utilization of ... -
Immunomodulatory activity and safety profile of prunus Africana in an animal model: a common medicinal plant used in management of respiratory virus infections in local communities in Mpigi District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)Prunus africana is a common medicinal plant used in modulating the immune system in the treatment of respiratory infections by the local communities and herbalists in Mpigi district. However, limited scientific information ... -
Uptake of and adherence to artificial insemination technology among pig farmers in Mukono District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Pig farming is a popular agribusiness in Uganda, with rankings among the top five pork producing countries in Africa and with an increasing demand for pork. However, pig breeding in Uganda remains unstructured, leading to ... -
Epidemiology and economic impact of cystic echinococcosis in livestock among the pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08)A cross-sectional study was carried out in pastoral and agro-pastoral (PAP) areas to study epidemiology and economic impact of Cystic Echinococcosis (CE) in livestock in Uganda in the districts of Moroto representing ... -
Molecular characterization and antimicrobial resistance patterns of Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Moraxella catarrhalis in PCV-10 vaccinated children : A study in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)In high income countries (HIC), the evidence of beneficial effect of indirect pneumococcal conjugate vaccination (PCV) protection is decreased nasopharyngeal carriage of vaccine-serotype pneumococci among unvaccinated ... -
Molecular characterization of the point mutation in the Rhomboid encoding gene in Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis
(Makerere University, 2022)Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis (MAP) is the etiological agent for a paratuberculosis an incurable, chronic and contagious disease affecting ruminants characterized by progressive weight loss, intermittent ... -
Malaria drug resistance and associated diagnostic failures in arriving refugee children at Adjumani and Kyangwali Reception Centres in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Malaria, caused by Plasmodium falciparum (Pf), is one of the most important infections in African children and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among refugees in sub-Saharan Africa. Uganda is one of the largest ... -
Malaria drug resistance and associated diagnostic failures in arriving refugee children at Adjumani and Kyangwali reception centers in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-01)Malaria, caused by Plasmodium falciparum (Pf), is one of the most important infections in African children and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among refugees in sub-Saharan Africa. Uganda is one of the largest ... -
Patients’ perceptions about quality of laboratory service and level of satisfaction at Kampala Capital City Authority Health Centres
(Makerere University, 2024)Patients have exclusive needs and preferences for health care services. A positive influence on their satisfaction results in strong intentions to seek health care when needed as well as recommending health care to other ... -
Antimicrobial use in pig production and its associated risk factors in Wakiso District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The high use of antimicrobials in food animals such as pigs raises concerns about food safety, security, trade and market access for livestock and livestock products. The study determined the prevalence of antimicrobial ... -
Prevalence and risk factors of porcine cysticercosis in Kitgum District, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Cysticercosis caused by Taenia solium (T. solium) is a neglected zoonotic disease with serious public health implications. It is caused by the larval stage of the pork tapeworm, T. solium. Pigs are intermediate hosts of ...
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