Diverse pathways to decarbonization: cluster-specific impacts of energy sources on CO2 emissions in the European Union by Jana Chovancová, Igor Petruška, Ugur Korkut Pata, Peter Adamišin

“…Wind shows mixed behaviour, with both positive and negative significance in certain clusters, highlighting the complexity of integrating wind energy into existing infrastructures. …”
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MICROFINANCE BANK SERVICES AND EMPLOYMENT GENERATION OF SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE ENTERPRISES IN NORTH-CENTRAL NIGERIA by A. A Yahaya, L.W Agboola

“…It could be inferred from the study that both the Microfinance Banks (MFBs) financial and non-financial service are vital instruments for improved levels of SMEs employment generation. …”
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The compressive strength development and pH of cement mortars incorporating high volume supplementary cementitious materials under accelerated curing by Sumra Yousuf, Muhammad Rizwan, Belal Alsubari, Mustabshirha Gul, Muhammad Mahmood Ali, Muhammad Nasir Bashir, Abid Latif

“…This study investigates the pH behavior of cement mortars modified by replacement of ordinary Portland cement (OPC) with three SCMs (50 %): fly ash (FA), ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS), and treated palm oil fuel ash (TPFA), both at early and later stages of curing. The pH values were measured at different curing ages, and thermal gravimetric analysis and X-ray diffraction were used to support the findings. …”
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Clinical Effect of Teucrium polium Extract Ointment on Post Pilonidal Sinus Excision Wound Healing: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Reza Hosseinpour, Nuruddin Hosseini, Seyedeh Fatemeh Hekmatzadeh, Saadat Mehrabi, Hossein Sadeghi Mansourkhani, Marita Mohamadshahi

“…Conclusions: Based on the findings of this study and the comparison of the effects of T. polium ointment, it can be concluded that this ointment positively impacts wound healing following pilonidal sinus surgery, enhancing the healing process in both short-term and longterm care. …”
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A case–control study based on the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey to evaluate the effects of human papilloma virus on bone health in women by Xiang Li, Guangjun Jiao, Yunzhen Chen

“…Additionally, HPV types 53, 59, and 89 exhibited effects on both femur and lumbar spine BMD. Conclusions HPV infection is associated with a decrease in BMD, and co-infection with multiple types of HPV implies even lower BMD. …”
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Comparative evaluation of cell-based assay technologies for scoring drug-induced condensation of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein by Rui Tong Quek, Cyna R. Shirazinejad, Christina L. Young, Kierra S. Hardy, Samuel Lim, Phillip J. Elms, David T. McSwiggen, Timothy J. Mitchison, Pamela A. Silver

“…Proximity-based N biosensors also reliably reported on condensation, enabling the rapid assaying of large compound libraries with a readout independent of imaging. Both htSMT and proximity-based biosensors performed well in a screening format and provided information on CMOD activity that was complementary to HCS. …”
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Evaluation of enzymatic hydrolysis of palm kernel meal in largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) by Tao Ding, Hao Wang, Xiaofang Liang, Jie Yang, Yaping Zhu, Min Xue

“…Additionally, EPKM reduced the levels of pro-inflammatory factors TNF-α and IL-1β in both the plasma and intestines of largemouth bass, indicating an anti-inflammatory effect. …”
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A Rare Case of Testicular Tuberculosis Mimicking as Testicular Malignancy by S. Rishabh, K. Krishnamoorthy, T. Joseph Pratheeban, E. Mathan, O. M. Rahman Shahul Hameed

“…Fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography–computed tomography revealed metabolically active lesions in both testes and several lymph nodes. Chest X-ray was normal. …”
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ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES CLIMATE CHANGE: AN EXPOSITION OF HERDSMEN TERRORISM IN TIVLAND OF BENUE STATE by GABRIEL T. TYUNGU, PETER MEMGA KERTYO

“…Thus, the work is aimed at contributing to the existing literature on the impact of environmental factors on conflicts in Tivland of central Nigeria. Using both qualitative and quantitative sources of historical data, the paper establishes that the struggle for environment resources coupled with climate change have informed the unwarranted killing, maiming and ransacking of Tiv communities by herdsmen. …”
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Spatial and temporal variations of trophic state conditions of LakeBunyonyi, south‑western Uganda by Alex, Saturday, Thomas J., Lyimo, John, Machiwa, Siajali, Pamba

“…Based on CTSI values, the lake was eutrophic in both dry and wet seasons albeit withdifferences in the values. …”
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Interest Rate and Loan Portfolio Performance of Commercial Banks in Uganda: Case of Stanbic Bank. by Mwebesa, Samson

“…A sample of 108 units was selected from 150 units using both simple random and purposive sampling techniques. …”
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Managing Records as A Strategic Resource. A Case Study of Rubabo People's Sacco Nyarushanje Sub-County Rukungiri District. by Agaba, Adolf

“…Data was collected using both primary and secondary sources. Primary sources involved the researcher's findings from the case study using questionnaires while Secondary sources involved existing literature published in textbooks and periodicals by different authors.…”
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Utilization of ICT Skills on Library Information Resources By Students At Kabale Brainstorm High School. by Twongyeirwe, Esther

“…A sample size of 200 respondents was used. Both questionnaires and interview guides were used to collect data. …”
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Role of Small and Medium Enterprises on Employment Provision in Uganda. A Case of Kabale Municipality. by Namanya, Moreen

“…The study adopted a cross-sectional research design with both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Out of 127 target samples expected to participate in the study, a total of 90 respondents actually participated giving a response rate of 70.8%. from objective one, the correlation coefficient r = .572** shows that there is a positive relationship between the Financial capacity of SMEs and Employment Provision in Kabale municipality. …”
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Unleashing Women Entrepreneurial Potential in Uganda: Challenges Facing Women Entrepreneurs in their Quest for Business in Maziba Sub-county, Kabale Municipality, Kabale... by Murezi, Caroline Masiko, Akankwasa, Alex

“…The study used a case study research design utilizing both qualitative and quantitative approaches. …”
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Analysis of Viability of Core Inflation Components Based on Excluded Items in Uganda. by Munyambonera, Ezra, Mukiza, Chris Ndatira, Niyimpa, Ediga Mfite

“…In light of the findings, this study recommends a periodical review of the core inflation components based on both volatility and persistence in order to improve estimates.…”
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Utilization of ICT Skills on Library Information Resources by Students at Kabale Brainstorm High School. by Twongyeirwe, Esther

“…A sample size of 200 respondents was used. Both questionnaires and interview guides were used to collect data. …”
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The Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Women: A Case Study of Northern Division Kabale Municipality Kabale District. by Ankunda, Tomson

“…For example, a low level of education, young age ( early marriage), and low economic status/income have been associated as risk causes for both experiencing and perpetrating intimate partner violence. …”
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Working Environment and Staff Performance In Local Government: A Case Study of Rubanda District Local Government. by Musiimenta, Dan

“…Data was collected using a questionnaire and interview guide, and simple random and purposive sampling methods were used. Both qualitative and quantitative methodologies were used to analyze data as a sample size of 50 respondents was used. …”
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Negotiation and Procurement Performance in Uganda: A Case Study of Kabale Municipality. by Tayebwa, Newbold

“…The study findings on the effects of collaborative negotiations on the procurement performance of Kabale Municipal Council were; collaborative negotiation strategy is consistent with the ideals of developing long-term buyer-supplier relationships, collaborative negotiators strive to build trust as part of their relationship with other negotiators, collaborative negotiation highlight the desire for both parties to benefit and are open to exploring new ways for that to be accomplished, collaborative negotiation strategies are willing to making concessions and collaborative tactics foster higher levels of cooperation. …”
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