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Pyrolysis of pine and eucalyptus wood residues for production of biofuels and biochar
(Makerere University, 2017-08)
Uganda produces 180,000 m3 of forestry wood residues of which, only 10% is utilised by the local companies while the rest are left to rot and/or openly burnt posing environmental and health risks. These underutilised ...
Characterisation of sweetpotato as a functional food
(Makerere University, 2023-01-27)
The prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is rising. Instead of relying on drugs, food-based approaches may be considered to help manage these chronic diseases. Sweetpotato is a cheap, ...
Incidence of aflatoxins, heavy metals and pesticide residues contamination in imported and locally grown white rice in Uganda
(International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), 2021-11)
There is increased global interest in the safety of rice because rice is a staple food for half of the world’s population and its
safety influences consumers’ health. This study aimed at assessing the levels of aflatoxins ...
Food safety knowledge, attitudes and practices of food handlers along the rice value chain of Uganda
(Journal of Food Industry, 2022-02)
Food handlers play a critical role in controlling food contamination from “farm to fork”.
Therefore, inadequate knowledge, poor attitudes and improper practices by food handlers
pose a serious challenge to food safety. ...
Development and optimization of the production process for a composite snack bar for children 5 to 13 years
(Makerere University, 2023)
Malnutrition is one of the major causes of morbidity among children worldwide especially in low- and middle-income countries like Uganda. As a result, many parents depend more on snacks and other fast foods for their ...