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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of dairy cattle feeding in selected districts of major milksheds of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)
Feeding dairy cattle has remained a major challenge globally and particularly in Uganda hindering optimal productivity of animals and in turn limiting investment and income into dairy farming. A study was conducted in the ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...