Browsing Masters Theses and Dissertations [LISBE] by Title
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Persistence and diversity of Theileria parva in East Coast fever vaccinated and unvaccinated cattle
(NM-AIST, 2019-11)Infection and Treatment Method (ITM) has been practiced in Tanzania for over 20 years now as a prevention method against East Coast Fever (ECF). However, there is less information regarding the persistence of the Theileria ... -
Phenotypic and biochemical screening of sorghum genotypes for growth and rice weevil resistance in Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2019-04)The current study characterised sorghum genotypes based on their growth morphological variations; identified phenotypic and biochemical traits, and screened them for resistance to rice weevil (Sitophilus oryzae). A total ... -
The potential of field margin pesticidal plants on bean production and ecosystem services in Arusha, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2017-12)An experiment was undertaken in NM-AIST farms in Arusha Tanzania from January to July 2017 to assess the potential of pesticidal plants on supporting the beneficial insects, controlling pests’ and influencing bean growth ... -
Predation efficacy of anopheles funfests larvae by Aquatic predators in rural South Eastern –Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)The study aimed to examine the impact of 3 common predator on Anopheles funestus larvae. Specifically, (a) The impact of predator on larval and adult density (b) The impact of aquatic predation on fitness traits of ... -
Preferred resting surfaces of dominant malaria vectors inside different house types in rural south-eastern Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2020-02)Malaria control in Africa relies extensively on indoor residual spraying (IRS) and insecticidetreated nets (ITNs). Indoor residual spraying typically targets mosquitoes resting on walls, and in few cases ... -
Prevalence and distribution of dengue and chikungunya viruses among febrile patients during inter-epidemic period in Morogoro Municipality
(NM-AIST, 2020-04)There is currently sufficient evidence available indicating that dengue and chikungunya viruses might be one of the causes of fever in Tanzania. Lately, the dengue outbreak in Dar es Salaam-Tanzania has raised concerns ... -
Prevalence of hypertension and its association to HIV related factors among HIV patients on antiretroviral medications in Bagamoyo district, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2020-02)Effective use of antiretroviral therapy (ART), has greatly upgraded the quality of life and survival of individuals suffering from HIV/AIDS. However, the incidence rate of hypertension is reported growing up. The overall ... -
Rabbit urine and sunflower oil reinforced tephrosia-based formulation for cowpea insectpests management in Singida, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-07)Insect pests are a major problem in cowpea production. Synthetic pesticides are used to control; however, are non-friendly to human and diversity of organisms. These negative effects raise farmers' interest in botanical ... -
Reconstructing historical distribution of large mammals and their habitat to inform rewilding and restoration in central Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-07)In the anthropogenic landscapes where historically wildlife existed, there can be a potential for rewilding to reverse extinction. However, there is limited literature providing approaches to achieving successful ... -
Resilience and economic benefits of climate smartagriculture practices in semi-arid Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2020-06)The shift of growing seasons onset due to rainfall and seasonal variability are among the climate change impacts affecting agricultural productivity in semi-arid. Seasonal variations in planting dates in semi-arid Tanzania ... -
Role of plant parasitic nematodes (pratylenchus goodeyi sher and allen) on fusarium wilt disease incidence and severity on banana
(NM-AIST, 2017-12)A study to examine the status of Fusarium wilt disease (FWD) caused by Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cubense (Foc) and plant parasitic nematode (PPN) (Pratylenchus goodeyi Sher and Allen) on banana was conducted in January to ... -
Seasonal variation in forage availability and nutritional composition of the black rhino (diceros bicornis michaeli) diet in Mkomazi National Park, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)A study was conducted on rhino forage availability and diet to gather vital information for the sustainable conservation of critically endangered black rhino populations. Specifically, the study was set to establish the ... -
Sero-molecular epidemiological analysis of leptospirosis in smallholder dairy cattle in selected regions of Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)The smallholder dairy industry in Tanzania is a promising sector for household income generation despite challenges of zoonosis such as leptospirosis caused by Leptospira serovar Hardjo. A total of 2086 blood, serum ... -
Seroprevalence, knowledge, and practices of Dengue and Chikungunya in Dar es salaam and Zanzibar: selected hospital-based cross-sectional study
(NM-AIST, 2022-02)The potential shift of significant causes of febrile illnesses from malaria to non-malarial febrile illnesses, including arboviral diseases such as Chikungunya and Dengue, is of great concern. Two cross sectional studies ... -
Smallholder farmers’ awareness and aflatoxins contamination of sesame seeds grown in Southern Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-07)Consumption of aflatoxins contaminated foods has led to detrimental health effects worldwide, with even more severe cases in African countries including Tanzania. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Lindi and ... -
Spatial distribution and insecticide susceptibility profile of aedes aegypti mosquitoes in south-eastern, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2020-02)Aedes-borne diseases such as dengue and chikungunya constitute constant threats globally. In Tanzania, the main vector species is Aedes aegypti, which is widely distributed in urban areas, but whose ecology remains ... -
Status and effects of insect pests on the cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) in southern and central zones, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2020-06)This study was conducted from February to March and July to August 2019 in twenty-four (24) cashew fields located in the southern and central zones of Tanzania. In each zone, three districts were selected based on cashew ... -
Sustainability of the innovation platforms and associations among smallholder dairy farmers in Lushoto and Korogwe districts, Tanzania
(2019-04)The study examines the sustainability of the innovation platforms (IPs) and associations among smallholder dairy farmers in Lushoto and Korogwe districts in Tanzania. Specifically, the study has characterized dairy IPs and ... -
Termite species identification and management using botanical pesticides in Arusha, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2019-04)A study was conducted at Kikwe ward in Arumeru District of Arusha region to assess the effects of Cupressus lusitanica, Tephrosia vogelii, Eucalpytus dalrympleana, Lantana camara and Azadirachta indica in managing ... -
Tree species diversity, composition, population structure and associated herbivore abundance in human-impacted and non-impacted areas of marang’ forest, northern Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2021-12)Forest resources are mainly conserved in protected areas under various management regimes. The present study aimed at understanding the impacts of changing the status of Marang’ Forest (MF) in Northern Tanzania to a ...