Assessing the Impacts of Local Community Perceptions on Tourism Destinations in Uganda: A Case Study Lake Bunyonyi Kigezi Region (Uganda). by Turyatunga, Eric

“…Tourism development in Uganda, particularly in regions like Kigezi surrounding Lake Bunyonyi, has become increasingly important for economic growth. However, the success of tourism initiatives heavily relies on the perceptions and attitudes of local communities towards tourism activities. …”
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Experiences and challenges Implementing Uganda's Revised English Literature Curriculum: Problematization of Colonization. by Johnson, Ocan

“…Purpose: This study explores teachers' perspectives and challenges in implementing a competency-based English literature curriculum in Uganda after many years of British hegemony. This reflects on the roles and prestige of the English language as it evolved during colonial and postcolonial schools. …”
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Effect of Immigration on Uganda's Labour Market: A Case Study of Northern Division Kabale Municipality. by Akampurira, Jonath

“…The findings reveal that immigration contributes positively to cultural diversity and economic growth, bringing valuable skills and expertise to the local labor market. However, challenges such as job competition, wage suppression, social tensions, and exploitation of immigrant workers were also identified. …”
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Comparing Traditional Uses of Medicinal Plants for Malaria Treatment in Kabuula Sub-County Lyantonde District. by Kirya, Ali

“…Interviews with 30 participants revealed strong cultural significance and trust in the efficacy of these plants, particularly for treating malaria. However, concerns were raised about the erosion of traditional knowledge and the potential loss of medicinal plant diversity. …”
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Investigating the Feasibility of Using Cassava Starch as a Partial Replacement of Cement Used in Mortar: A Case Study Moyo District (Palorinya Refugee Settlement Camp). by Ongom, Samuel

“…In real terms, the income levels are still very low and poverty levels are 41.7% of the population. However, engineers, construction managers, and relevant stakeholders have not embraced the use of cement Cassava starch mortar mix to bond the bricks because they do not know the performance of the brick wall constructed with the mortar mix of Cement Cassava Starch. …”
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Information and Communication Technology Adoption and the Growth of Small Medium Enterprises in Uganda: Empirical Evidence from Kampala City Council Authority by Eton, Marus, Constant, Okello Obura, Fabian, Mwosi, Benard, Patrick Ogwel, Mary, Ejang, Francis, Ongia

“…The study used cross sectional study design and data were collected from business owners operating within the divisions of Kampala Capital City Authority. …”
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Inorganic Pollutants in Edible Grasshoppers (Ruspolia nitidula) of Uganda and their Major Public Health Implications. by Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Namazi, Catherine, Basemera, Elizabeth, Atuheire, Collins, Odwee, Ambrose, Majalija, Samuel, Kateregga, John N.

“…Background: Inorganic contamination of food products is associated with adverse health effects, however, information on grasshoppers in Africa is sparse. …”
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Research Progress in and Planning Strategies for Multi-scale Measurement of the Efficiency of Urban Blue-Green Infrastructure in Carbon Sink Enhancement and Emission Reduction by Song LIU, Zhaocheng BAI, Dizi LIU, Peiyu SHEN

“…Urban blue-green infrastructure (UBGI), comprising natural, semi-natural, or artificial green and blue spaces within cities, is considered as the most important carbon sink space in urban areas and has increasingly attracted widespread attention from researchers. However, there are still many unresolved issues regarding the effectiveness of UBGI in carbon sink enhancement and emission reduction: 1) How is the energy efficiency of carbon sink enhancement and emission reduction measured, and what factors influence it? …”
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Efficacy and safety of sequential therapy for primary osteoporosis with bone formation promoters followed by bone resorption inhibitors: a meta-analysis by Yuxin Liu, Xin Liu, Yuefeng Wu, Tao Luo

“…Conclusion Among patients with primary osteoporosis, sequential therapy with bone formation promoters followed by bone resorption inhibitors substantially increased BMD at sites such as the spine, femoral neck, and total hip while concurrently mitigating fracture risks. However, benefits regarding BMD at the 1/3 distal radius and the incidence of adverse events have not yet been established. …”
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Efficacy and safety of dexamethasone or triamcinolone in combination with anti-vascular endothelial growth factor therapy for diabetic macular edema: A systematic review and meta-a... by Bo Zhou, Hua Liu, Feng Xiong

“…<h4>Background</h4>The clinical efficacy of anti-vascular endothelial growth factors (anti-VEGFs), corticosteroids, and their combined treatment for diabetic macular edema (DME) has been substantiated by numerous studies. However, it remains uncertain whether the therapeutic benefits of the combined treatment with corticosteroids and anti-VEGFs is superior to those of anti-VEGF monotherapy. …”
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Pengelolaan Eling Sebagai Bentuk Inovasi Dalam Menunjang Pembelajaran Bagi Mahasiswa Pada Departemen Sistem Informasi Universitas Brawijaya (Studi Kasus: Program Studi Pendidikan T... by Faizatul Amalia, Syamsul Hadi

“…Abstract Eling was an innovative product that has been used at the Faculty of Computer Science, Universitas Brawijaya since 2020. However, the use of this Eling has not been used by all teaching staff in FILKOM. …”
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The Effect of using the Smartphone in the Workplace on Job Engagement and Job Burnout: Investigation of Mediational Role of Stress by Somayeh Naghdi Zarrin, Neda Mohammad Esmaeili

“…Results The overarching importance of technology in modern life, particularly the role of smartphones, is undeniably significant. The advantages of smartphone use are multifaceted, prominently including their role in facilitating communication and enhancing understanding of work-related tasks. …”
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Evaluation of Delay Characteristics at A 4- Legged Signalised Intersection for Improvement in The Level of Service. A Case Study of Jinja Road Intersection. by Babirye, Joanitor

“…This section explores intersection design and operation, from signal timing to crosswalk, and investigates each concept as it relates to citywide goals for safety, mobility, and more vibrant, accessible public spaces. …”
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Role of thermal and dynamical subdaily perturbations over the Tibetan Plateau in 30-day extended-range forecast of East Asian precipitation in early summer by Bian He, Xinyu He, Yimin Liu, Guoxiong Wu, Qing Bao, Wenting Hu, Chen Sheng, Shijian Feng

“…Abstract The influence of the thermodynamic forcing of the Tibetan Plateau (TP) on the Asian summer monsoon remains controversial because the role of elevated heating across the TP remains unclear at multiple time scales. …”
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CLOVES Syndrome: A Review of Clinical, Genetic, and Therapeutic Aspects by Julianna Podolec, Silvia Ciraolo, Joanna Wojda, Adam Sobiński, Zuzanna Kościuszko, Katarzyna Kurza, Agnieszka Kulczycka-Rowicka, Matylda Czerwonka, Katarzyna Lesiczka-Fedoryj, Anna Walczak

“…Basic Results: CLOVES syndrome affects fewer than 200 individuals worldwide, with symptoms appearing at birth or early childhood. …”
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The Heating Efficiency of Hot Jupiters from a Data-driven Perspective by Sheng Jin, Dong-Hong Wu, Yi-Xuan Cao, Zi-Yi Guo

“…By analyzing the relationships between different observed physical properties, we obtain a similar single-peak distribution of the radius expansion efficiency of hot Jupiters along T _eq , which can be explained by the correlation with the stellar effective temperature. However, a detailed investigation suggests that this single-peak distribution is actually the result of straightforward physical processes. …”
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Registration of Marriage as Fulfillment of Marriage Requirements According to Islamic Principles by Qadriani Arifuddin

“…Marriage registration plays a central role in regulating marital relations and has a significant impact on the rights and obligations of married couples. …”
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34th Malaysian Association of Clinical Biochemists Annual Conference in collaboration with 2nd Malaysian Biomedical Science Association Symposium 2024 by Wan Amir Nizam Wan Ahmad, Seri Narti Edayu Sarchio, Nur Najmi Mohamad Anuar, Nor Fadilah Rajab, Suvik Assaw, Rhun Yian Koh, Chooi Ling Lim, Nur Aishah Sharudin, Norlida Harun, Nurulamin Abu Bakar, Mohd Arifin Kaderi

“…A diverse range of professionals participated, including local and international chemical pathologists, clinical biochemists, medical laboratory scientists, researchers, and postgraduate students. Key topics covered included natural product research, herbs and metabolic disease, molecular diagnostics, pharmacology and toxicology, endocrinology, reference intervals, value-based laboratory medicine, newborn screening, the role of digital technologies in medical labs, and strategies for developing green & sustainable medical laboratories. …”
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Assessment of trace elements contamination and human health risk based on Monte Carlo simulation in a karst groundwater system affected by industrial activities by Liyun Yang, Qixin Wu, Shilin Gao, Meixue Peng, Jianping Zhu, Jie Zeng, Li Shi, Xinghe Li

“…The results indicated that the trace element concentrations followed the order: Ti > Fe > Al > Ni > Cr > Mn > V > Cu > As > Co. …”
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The occurrence and safety evaluation of phthalic acid esters in Oasis agricultural soils of Xinjiang, China by Hejiang Liu, Xiuting Liu, Kai Wang, Xingwang Ma, Haihe Gao, Xuejun Liu, Changrong Yan

“…Soil pollution caused by plastic residues containing additives (e.g. phthalic acid esters (PAEs)) is ubiquitous and has become a global concern. However, the distribution, accumulation, and potential risks associated with PAEs in agricultural soils have not been fully explored. …”
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