Makerere University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Dry spell characteristics and adoption of on-farm adaptation strategies among vegetable farmers in Mbale district, eastern Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Dry spells associated with increased climate variability have had devastating consequences on the farming communities that have continuously threatened vegetable production. The study assessed dry spell characteristics and ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with generalized anxiety disorder in healthcare workers at China-Uganda Friendship Hospital Naguru and Kiruddu National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Generalized anxiety disorder is common in health workers and is associated with reduced productivity at the work place as the patients are usually restless and, on the edge, irritable with difficulty in ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) among clinicians on aetiologic management of abnormal vaginal discharge in pregnant women at Kawempe National Referral Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Introduction: Aetiologic management of STIs to treat the curable abnormal vaginal discharge caused by bacterial vaginosis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis is a sensitive and specific tool to achieve WHO’s global ... -
Assessment of the socio-economic and technical aspects of biomass waste derived briquettes for energy supply in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Due to the rising energy needs and environmental concerns, biomass briquettes have been pointed out as a potential supplementary and/or energy substitute for traditional wood fuel in most developing regions. However, ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with premarital sickle cell screening among couples at the different religious institutions in Kampala District: a cross-sectional study.
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Introduction: Premarital screening provides an opportunity for intending couples to know their phenotype or genotype and be aware of the risk of having children with genetic diseases like sickle cell disease (SCD) and adopt ... -
Assessing the spatiotemporal impact of land use and land cover change on urban heat island: a case study Gulu City
(Makerere University, 2024-05)This study examined the relationship between land-use/land-cover (LUCC) changes and land surface temperature (LST) in Gulu, Uganda, focusing on the period 2005-2040. The analysis employed a combination of random and ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices of preconception care amongst healthcare providers at kawempe national referral hospital
(Makerere University, 2024-12-09)Introduction: Preconception care aims to enhance a healthy physical, mental, and emotional well-being of a woman or couple before conception and has been endorsed by WHO to improve maternal outcomes. Despite acknowledged ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with failed induction of labor in Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024-12-06)Background: Induction of labor is the artificial stimulation of uterine contractions before the spontaneous onset of labor to achieve vaginal delivery. Failed induction of labor is associated with poor maternal and neonatal ... -
ICT Management and students' learning in selected secondary schools in Kira municipality.
(Makererre university, 2024-01-25)The study investigated how management of ICT impacts on students’ learning within selected secondary schools in Kira municipality. Specifically, it established the effect of ICT planning on students’ learning; the effect ... -
Prevalence of pneumonia and associated risk factors among neonates in selected Health Centre IVs in Wakiso district from February 2024 to June 2024
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Pneumonia remains a significant problem especially among neonates in health centre IVs which barely have NICUs in place. Whereas the MOH has implemented the Integrated Community Case Management on three killer ... -
Assessing the spatial performance of forecasting models for parish population estimates
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Accurate population forecasts are critical for regional planning and resource allocation. In Uganda, population forecasts have historically been conducted at district levels, often resulting in coarse projections with ... -
Assessing the effectiveness of the human resource information system/s in Uganda’s public service
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) in Uganda’s public service. It was guided by three main objectives: to examine the factors affecting HRIS effectiveness, to ... -
A process-driven framework to analyze and measure technical debt (td) in software start-ups
(Makerere university, 2024)Software start-ups are young companies that aim to develop and deliver their products on the market quickly with the few resources they have. These start-ups have been characterized as companies that work under harsh ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with acute kidney injury among women with preeclmapsia with severe features in Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024-12-11)Background: Preeclampsia is one of the most common cause of pregnancy related Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) accounting for up to 30% of global cases. However, there is limited research conducted in Uganda on prevalence and ... -
Proposed residential Villa in Kigo
(Makerere University, 2024-07)The construction of the proposed residential villa in Kigo is aimed at providing a comfortable and relaxing living environment with privacy and exclusivity, spacious living areas and bedrooms, amenities like gardens, pools ... -
Assessing the implementation fidelity of self-collect HPV cervical cancer screening among HIV positive women in Wakiso District, Uganda; a survey of public healthcare facilities.
(Makerere University, 2024-12-06)Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer affecting women worldwide with an estimated 640,000 new cases in 2020 and an estimated 342,000 deaths. In Uganda, cervical cancer remains the most common cause of cancer ... -
The Role of the community in building resilience in child headed households in post conflict Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-12)This study investigates the role of community involvement in building resilience among child-headed households in post-conflict northern Uganda, with a focus on Gulu district. Utilizing a socio-ecological framework, it ... -
Prevalence of and factors associated with cervical precancerous lesions among women aged 25-65 years attending Uganda Cancer Institute comprehensive cancer community programs
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Cervical cancer is a significant global issue, with 604,000 new cases in 2022. Women with HIV face a sixfold higher risk. In Uganda, despite efforts like HPV vaccination and cervical cancer screening, around 7,000 cases ... -
Innovative approaches to managing livestock diseases in Uganda: A case of African swine fever.
(Makerere University., 2024-12-04)In the absence of a viable cure or universal vaccine for African swine fever (ASF), rapid diagnosis and implementation of effective biosecurity measures, and selection for resistant pig breeds is crucial for ASF control, ... -
Evaluation of anticonvulsant activity of the aqueous and total crude extracts of Vernonia amygdalina Delile in pentylenetetrazole-induced seizures in wistar albino rats
(Makerere University, 2024-11-07)Introduction: Seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain leading to convulsions and hence epilepsy have continued to be a serious problem among the population globally including in Uganda. Medicinal plants ...