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    • Diffusion of open source integrated library systems in academic libraries in Africa: The case of Uganda 

      Ponelis, Shana Rachel; Adoma, Philliam (Library Management, 2018)
      Purpose: Libraries globally automate their operations and services using integrated library systems (ILS) to increase operational efficiency and meet the ever-evolving demands of their users. Open source ILS (OS ILS) has ...

    • New red giant star in the Kepler open cluster NGC 6819 

      Komucyeya, Esther; Abedigambab, O.P.; Jurua, Edward; Anguma, Simon Katrini (Elsevier, 2018)
      A recent study indicated that 39 red giant stars showing solar-like oscillations were discovered in the field of Kepleropen cluster NGC 6819. The study was based on photometric distance estimates of 27 stars out of the 39. ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, January 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-01)
      The January 2018 Issue features the award of a medal to the VC, Prof. Christine Dranzoa during the NRM 32nd Liberation Day celebration in Arua; training on bamboo management at Muni University; the research seminar held; ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, February 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-02)
      Dean of students' forum held at Muni University; donation of laptops to Department of Nursing Science by Peace Corps; Moodle e-learning seminar held at Muni University; male circumcision at Muni University; and blood ...

    • Dust ion acoustic double layers in a 4-component dusty plasma 

      Habumugisha, Isaac; Anguma, Simon Katrini; Jurua, Edward; Nazziwa, L. (Springer, 2018-02-22)
      In this paper, we study the Dust ion acoustic (DIA) solitons in an unmagnetised dusty plasma comprising of cold dust particles, electrons that follow Cairns distribution, warm inertial ions, and ion-beams of equal mass, ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, March 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-03)
      This Issue provides details of the new Muni University Council members; Huawei Seeds for Future competition; Muni University Library Day celebration; and Muni University participation in NCHE 2018 exhibition.

    • Global cultural and public health challenges: the impact of conflict on health care in the Rhino camp refugee settlements in Uganda 

      Kagabo, Robert; Frost, Caren J.; Case, Brynley; Porter, Meagan; Adaku, Alex; Alumai, Alfred (Sci Forschen, 2018-03-13)
      The African continent has experienced much political instability for the last few decades. The instabilities have led to unending wars. These wars cause huge numbers in a population to flee for their safety, thus creating ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, April 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-04)
      This Issue covers details of the new University Guild Cabinet; Alur Kingdom Prime Minister's visit to Muni University; Sensitization of University staff on Treasury Bills and Bonds by NSSF; and a Public lecture on comparative ...

    • Examining the use of information systems to preserve indigenous knowledge in Uganda: a case from Muni university 

      Oroma, Josephat O.; Guma, Ali (2018-05)
      Indigenous Knowledge (IK), can be preserved using Information Systems in order to protect cultural heritage and disseminate local knowledge for development. This knowledge often passed on orally for generations has become ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, May 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-05)
      This Issue features Muni University breakfast meeting held at the University Council Hall; Public lecture by Prof. Emilio Padoa-Schioppa from Italy; the Higher Education Scient & Technology project supervision; and ...

    • Utilization of solid waste as a substrate for production of oil from oleaginous microorganisms 

      Laker, Fortunate; Agaba, Arnold; Akatukunda, Andrew; Gazet, Robert; Barasa, Joshua; Nanyonga, Sarah; Wendiro, Deborah; Wacoo, Alex Paul (Hindawi, 2018-05-16)
      The overwhelming demand of oil and fats to meet the ever increasing needs for biofuel, cosmetics production, and other industrial purposes has enhanced a number of innovations in this industry. One such innovation is the ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, June 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-06)
      This Issue provides details of Muni University bus; new curriculum approved by National Council of Higher Education; Librarians' training organized by Muni University Library in partnership with Good Steward Global ...

    • The structure of a Quasi-Keplerian accretion disk around magnetized stars 

      Habumugisha, Isaac; Jurua, Edward; Tessema, Solomon B; Anguma, Simon Katrini (The American Astronomical Society, 2018-06-04)
      In this paper, we present the complete structure of a quasi-Keplerian thin accretion disk with an internal dynamo around a magnetized neutron star. We assume a full quasi-Keplerian disk with the azimuthal velocity deviating ...

    • The Health and Ecological Implications of Mercury use in Artisanal Gold Extraction Process 

      Picho, Epiphany Odubuker; Nabaasa, Herbert; Ngaka, Willy (International Journal of Technology and Management, 2018-06-12)
      This paper presents findings of the study to examine the implications of Mercury use in artisanal gold mining on the ecological systems and the miners’ health. Mercury is extensively used in gold extraction ...

    • The Effect of ICT on Households’ Food Security in Uganda. Evidence from Acholi Sub Region in Northern Uganda 

      Picho, Epiphany Odubuker; Namubiru, Margaret; Ngaka, Willy (International Journal of Technology and Management, 2018-06-30)
      According to the Global Food Security Report (2017), about 108 million people are food insecure all over the world, and the situation is likely to worsen. It is estimated that by 2050, 9.1 billion people worldwide will be ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, July 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-07)
      This Issue covers the National Mathematics Contest in which Muni University excelled; the Certificate course introduced by Muni University; the launch of Google Developers program for university students within sub-Saharan ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, August 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-08)
      This August Issue features interesting update on the Fourth Set of students admitted to Muni University; the handover of Multipurpose Health Sciences building by the contractors; e-resources training for First Year students ...

    • Feasibility of a novel on-site detection method for aflatoxin in maize flour from markets and selected households in Kampala, Uganda 

      Wacoo, Alex Paul; Wendiro, Deborah; Nanyonga, Sarah; Hawumba, Joseph F.; Sybesma, Wilbert; Kort, Remco (MDPI AG, 2018-08-11)
      In sub-Saharan Africa, there is a high demand for affordable and accessible methods for on-site detection of aflatoxins for appropriate food safety management. In this study, we validated an electrochemical immunosensor ...

    • Muni University Newsletter, September 2018 Issue 

      Muni University (Muni University, 2018-09)
      This Issue features the reappointment of Eng. Dr. Erick Tiyo Sekebbugga Adriko as the Chancellor of Muni University; the National Dean of Students and Guild Leaders’ conferences held at Muni University; and the Stakeholders’ ...

    • The nature of management of wildlife trade in Uganda 

      Picho, Epiphany Odubaker; Musinguzi, James; Basheka, Benon C. (UMI Journal, 2018-09-25)
      Despite the existence of institutional framework and ongoing wildlife trade in Uganda, wildlife trade is largely not well studied. The overall objective of this study was to examine wildlife trade management in Uganda. The ...