Investigation on Seismic Performance of Bidirectional Self-Centering Reinforced Concrete Frame Structures by Shaking Table Tests by Zhenying Wang, Chenxi Mao, Lili Xie

“…In addition, the residual gap opening of the joints was minimal.…”
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The Impact of Stone Quarrying on Socio Economic Status of Households in Nyakyibigi Ntungamo Municipality. by Natweeta, Elvason

“…The study recommended there should be strengthening of security in quarrying areas in order to protect the quarrying activities which leads to improvement at the quarrying site, there should be carefully pre-planning of the project to ensure that the quarrying process takes place well and in its actual state because when this one is done, then the activity also goes on well to facilitate the desires of the community and there should be fitting of drills with dust collection systems and purchasing additional land surrounding the mine to act as a buffer zone and trees planted in these buffer zones can also minimize the visual impact of quarrying operations on local communities.…”
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Modeling Radionuclide Transfer from Pasture to Milk in Kisoro, South- Western Uganda by Habakwiha V, Oruru B, Tumps Ireeta W

“…Comparing with the safe values of annual effective dose equivalent in foodstuffs of 0.14 mSv y l-1 which translates to excess cancer risk of 0.42 10-3, these contributions to radiological effects only account for about 1.5% of the total safe value of excess lifetime cancer risk, therefore, radionuclide transfer from pasture to milk causes a minimal radiation hazard to the milk consumers in Kisoro District.…”
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The Role of Records Management and Good Governance at Sheema District Local Government Headquarters. by Asasiira, Priscah

“…Findings further indicated that records controls the creation and growth of records, reduces operating costs, improves efficiency and productivity, helps to assimilate new records management technologies and take advantage of their many benefits, safeguards vital information, supports better decision making, preserves the corporate memory, minimizes litigation risks, fosters professionalism in running business and ensures regulatory compliance. …”
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Post Covid-19 Strategies and Pupils' Academic Performance in Rubuguri Town Council Kisoro District. by Twesigye, Posiano

“…Simple random sampling was utilized to select schools, pupils, and teachers from the targeted population, ensuring representativeness and minimizing bias. Purposive sampling techniques were employed to select head teachers, recognizing their unique position as school administrators. …”
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Comparative Assessment of the Efficiencies of Activated Carbon from Banana Peels and Millet Husks in Waste Water Treatment. by Ntege, Abudu Swaburu

“…Other parameters such as Electrical Conductivity, TDS, and Total Alkalinity remained well within the national effluent discharge standards, with minimal variation between treatments. Bacteriological quality of wastewater treated using banana and millet media at the Kigongi Treatment Plant. …”
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Motivation and Employee Performance in Hospital in Uganda: A Case of Kitgum General Hospital in Kitgum District. by Anenocan, Monica Oroma

“…Such measures would encourage staff to work diligently and achieve organizational objectives while minimizing the need for supervision. Additionally, stakeholders, including the government, should organize workshops, seminars, and refresher courses to further enhance the skills and motivation of health workers.…”
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Analysis onThe Effect of Dap and NPK Fertilizers Applications on Broccoli Yield. by Bikorwomuhangi, Pastori

“…Findings revealed variations in nutrient uptake efficiency between the fertilizer types, with NPK-treated broccoli exhibiting a higher effect on yield production, the implications of fertilizer use were also assessed, emphasizing the need for balanced nutrient management to minimize environmental impact while maximizing agricultural productivity. …”
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Examining the Impacts of Sand Mining on Physical Water Quality: A Case Study of River Minera Rukungiri District. by Nasasira, Ambrose

“…Establish designated mining zones with defined boundaries to minimize disruption to the river ecosystem and surrounding habitats.…”
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Financial Management and Performance of Banks in Kabale District: A Case Study of ABSA Bank Kabale. by Turihohabwe, Rominate

“…The study recommended that there should be ensuring that the bank maintains an optimal level of cash reserves to meet daily operational needs and unexpected expenses as this can help in avoiding liquidity crises while minimizing the opportunity cost of holding excessive cash and there should be implementation of the strategies to speed up the collection of receivables since this can include setting clear credit policies, offering discounts for early payments, and regularly reviewing the creditworthiness of clients as faster collections improve cash flow and reduce the risk of bad debts.…”
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Analysis of Power Outages in Kabale Town: A Case Study of 33 KV Mbarara North-Kabale West Feeder. by Atibuni, Yofat

“…The primary objectives were to evaluate the existing feeder infrastructure, analyze outage data, and propose solutions to minimize these disruptions. Spanning 145 km, the feeder traverses challenging environmental and geographical terrain, contributing to infrastructure stress and reliability concerns. …”
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A Re-Designed Efficient Charcoal Stove. by Mwesigwa, Lourdel

“…The ceramic covering/ insulation significantly improved the stove’s thermal efficiency by minimizing heat losses. The Re-designed efficient charcoal cooking stove was designed and fabricated using readily available materials like clay, ball bearings, and ceramic tiles. …”
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Probabilistic Power Flow Analysis of DERs Integrated Power System From a Bayesian Parameter Estimation Perspective by Wanjoli, Paul, Moustafa, Mohamed M.Zakaria, Abbasy, Nabil H.

“…Statistical analyses confirmed BPE’s consistent performance and minimal error, making it more efficient for large systems. …”
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Monitoring and Evaluation as Key Factor in Performance of Health Institutions, A Case Study of Kigali Health Institute, Kigali Rwanda. by Jean, Pierrekwizera

“…The following factors positively aspects on the monitoring and evaluation system has enhanced its performance: student’s failure and repeaters are very minimal, curriculum review and student –teacher assessment. …”
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Citizen Participation and Service Delivery: A case of Communities in Rukungiri Municipality. by Jonacent, Tumusiime

“…The study recommended that Rukungiri municipal council and other district local governments should; improve citizen participation through involving them in planning and decision making process, project implementation and monitoring and evaluation, should put control systems to minimize corruption in service delivery, ensure accountability and equitable distribution of services and should involve citizens more since citizen participation improves service delivery and accounts for 41.4% of the variability in quality of service delivery.…”
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Factors influencing male involvement in family planning among married couples seeking maternity and pediatric services in Chuk by Mercy Nwankwo, Chinenye, Immaculate, Okoth

“…However male involvement in family planning is still minimal with male playing a peripheral role. The aim of the study is to determine the factors influencing male involvement in family planning among married couples seeking maternity and pediatric services from January to June 2016 in CHUK. …”
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Project Monitoring and Evaluation in the Sustainability of Donor-Funded Potato Projects in Kabale District, Uganda by Turyasingura, John Bosco, Moses, Agaba, Meza, Orach, Zombeire, Regis, Kyabarongo, Benon

“…High Points  The study is about the effect of potato project design and implementation in the sustainability of donor funded potato projects in Kabale District and there is minimal participation of potato farmers in project monitoring and evaluation in the sustainability of donor-funded potato projects in Kabale District…”
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The Impact of Stone Quarrying On Socio Economic Status of Households in Nyakyibigi Ntungamo Municipality by Natweeta, Elvason

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Multiplexed Dilute-and-Shoot Liquid Chromatography–Multiple-Reaction Monitoring Mass Spectrometry Clinical Assay for Metanephrines and Catecholamines in Human Urine by Deema O. Qasrawi, Adriano M. C. Pimenta, Evgeniy V. Petrotchenko, Shaun Eintracht, Christoph H. Borchers

“…This validated method requires minimal sample manipulation before analysis and provides sensitivity, specificity, and improved precision. …”
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Evaluation of the PEΔIII-LC3-KDEL3 Chimeric Protein of Entamoeba histolytica-Lectin as a Vaccine Candidate against Amebic Liver Abscess by Sandra L. Martínez-Hernández, Viridiana M. Becerra-González, Martín H. Muñoz-Ortega, Víctor M. Loera-Muro, Manuel E. Ávila-Blanco, Marina N. Medina-Rosales, Javier Ventura-Juárez

“…ALA formation in hamsters immunized was minimal, and few trophozoites were identified. Hence, immunization with PEΔIII-LC3-KDEL3 herein prevented invasive amebiasis, avoided an acute proinflammatory response, and activated a protective response within a short time. …”
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