Optimization of a Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification Assay as a Point-of-Care Tool for the Detection of Wuchereria bancrofti in Human Blood in Tana River Delta, Kenya by Kinyatta Nancy, Wambua Lillian, Mutahi Wilkinson, Mugasa Claire, Kamau Luna, Wachira Dorcas, Githae Rosemary, Lusweti Japheth, Ichugu Christine, Waigi Emily, Kagai Jim

“…Immunological methods to detect infection are available; however, cross-reactivity issues have been reported in most of them. Nucleic acid-based molecular assays offer high levels of specificity and sensitivity and can be used to detect the infections. …”
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Neuroprotection against Amyloid-β-Induced DNA Double-Strand Breaks Is Mediated by Multiple Retinoic Acid-Dependent Pathways by Julien Colas, Natacha Chessel, Allaeddine Ouared, Emmanuelle Gruz-Gibelli, Pascale Marin, François R. Herrmann, Armand Savioz

“…Furthermore, it could be shown by a proximity ligation assay that the PPARβ/δ-RXR interactions, not the RARα/β/γ-RXR interactions, increased in the cells when a 10 min RA treatment was followed by a 20 min Aβ1-42 treatment. …”
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Removal of HCl from a gas phase by MgO under atmospheric conditions by Michiko Kitagawa, Hiromi Matsuhashi, Masanori Kidera, Kazuya Takahashi, Takahiro Kondo

“…Ensuring the safety of researchers by protecting them from exposure to toxic gases in laboratories is of paramount importance. …”
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The Relationship Between Mindset and Poverty Levels in Kisinga Sub-County Kasese District by Kambere, Roggers

“…There is a challenge of farming systems whereby farmers since the majority of respondents spend much of their attention on food production just for home consumption and therefore they produce less for the markets that can help them generate some money that can help to meet the basic needs, poor finance policies in rural areas. …”
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Domestic Violence and Children Emotional Wellbeing in Kabale District: A Case Study of Rubaya Sub-County. by Kakuru, Mackson

“…The study also found that abused male children typically learn to be victimizers. You get beaten up when you're small; then when you're big. you repeat what you learned, and respondents gave their opinions that social isolation is also a factor in abuse. …”
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Assessment of the Impact of Floods to the Local Community in Nyarusiza Sub-County Kisoro District. by Murengezi, Innocent

“…The findings on objective three revealed that there is a need for a risk Assessment Plan hence creating a risk assessment plan should be a top priority when it comes to your business. …”
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Effects of Teaching Methods on Academic Performance of Pupils in Mathematics In Primary Schools of Bufundi Sub-County Rubanda District. by Byarugaba, Joseph

“…This study also revealed, 60% of the respondents revealed that an open-ended question that gets them writing/talking is one way of assessing pupil's academic performance in primary schools. …”
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The Impact of Teacher Training on The Academic Performance of Student's Among Secondary Schools in Mbarara District: A Case Study of Kashari County Uganda. by Amumpaire, Catherine

“…However, this study also found that there are some other factors to which more attention should be put other than training and they included student factors, school factors, and family factors The research found out that some teachers were not trained at all and it recommended the stakeholders to begin investigating in training of the teachers as they affect the performance of learners. …”
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The Impact of ICT on Student's Academic Performance in Selected Secondary Schools in Kabale District: A Case Study of Katuna Town Council. by Muzahura, Onesmus

“…Conferences, workshops and symposiums should be organized to train people and enlighten them on the need for computer education.…”
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The Impact of Teacher Training on The Academic Performance of Student's Among Secondary Schools in Mbarara District: A Case Study of Kashari County Uganda. by Amumpaire, Catherine

“…However, this study also found that there are some other factors to which more attention should be put other than training and they included student factors, school factors, and family factors The research found out that some teachers were not trained at all and it recommended the stakeholders to begin investigating in training of the teachers as they affect the performance of learners. …”
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Corporate Financing and Risk Management in the Banking Sector in Uganda During and Post Covid-19. Evidence from Kabale District by Semusu, Alex, Byamukama , Eliab Mpora

“…It was also revealed that the management efforts of the institution were well communicated to them (M = 4.2, SD = 0.18). There is a need to set up strong structures for the management of corporate financing in order to enhance risk management in the banking sector.…”
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Employee Compensation and Retention of Civil Servants In Uganda: A Case Of Rubanda District Local Government. by Tubenawe, Akileo

“…On the impact of employee compensation on civil servants, the majority 100% of respondents agreed that their pay was low compared to the positions they held; on receiving overtime pay when they put in long hours, 23.6% of the respondents agreed with the assertion, compared to 76.4% of them who disagreed. …”
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Role of Government Projects and Youth Employment in Kisoro District: A Case Study of Youth Livelihood Program. by Zaninka, Esther

“…Kisoro District like many other districts in Uganda has also been at the forefront of this noble cause. …”
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Role of ICT in Teaching and Learning Integrated Science in Primary Schools in Central Division Kabale Municipality. by Tumukurate, Dickson

“…It was recommended that there was a need for regular workshops focusing on patriotic education that can equip teachers with innovative teaching methods and resources and ensure that future educators receive comprehensive training in civic education, including teaching and learning, which will prepare them better for their roles.…”
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Reproductive Health Services and Quality of Health Status of Woman in Kyanamira Sub-County Kabale District. by Atwongyeire, Precious

“…The study recommends that; Based on the results obtained in this study, it is recommended that Based on the results obtained in this study, it is recommended that strengthening the agencies for spreading the services of reproductive health quality of health status by giving them enough education on how to get engaged in reproductive health services. …”
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Assessment of Teachers’ Turnover and its Impact on Academic Performance in Government Aided Secondary Schools of Kayonza Sub-County Kanungu District. by Biryomumeisho, Gideon

“…The study population comprised 75 teachers from three selected secondary schools, with a sample size of 63 respondents. …”
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Investigating the Effect of Heavy Metals in Water Used for Concrete Production: A Case Study of Kabale. by Bwengye, Felix

“…Water absorption was determined in accordance with (BS 1881: Part: 108 1983), the water absorbed by cubes of each water sample on the 28th day when completely soaked in water for 24 hours. indicated that the existence of heavy metal in water used in concrete works increases cubes’ rate of water absorption. …”
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Village Savings and loan associations and socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable people in Kamuganguzi Sub-County Kabale, District, Uganda. by Deus, Mwijukye, Moses, Agaba

“…The recommendations were; need to improving the health status of women in families as well as children since they are regarded vulnerable in order to let them live happily; there should be improved nutrition and food supply to all families to let children and other members grow healthy and live a happy life; increased household income should be the ultimate goal fostered by credit accessibility in the area which must be done with ease through the start of small and medium enterprises especially women; it is recommended that the vulnerable groups of people have the replacement of the damaged property in case of any loss aiming at keeping standards of living at household level; achieving flexibility to immense development of social capital required the development of the saving culture that promotes regular income to help the community solve their personal problems; the social fund should be a unifying factor that enhances development through increased social networking to allow information flow since information is power.…”
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