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Hypoglycemic effect of cymbopogon citratus leaves’ extract and it’s fractions in alloxan-induced diabetic Mice
(NM-AIST, 2021-08)
Varieties of plants, including Cymbopogon citratus, are traditionally used in controlling
hyperglycemia by either stimulating insulin secretion, inhibition α- Glucosidase or α-amylase
activity. Cymbopogon citratus ...
Comparative assessment of greenhouse gas fluxes and crop yields from various land use systems in Wakiso District, central Uganda
(NM-AIST, 2021-07)
Land use systems, mainly, crop farming is among the leading sources of greenhouse gas
emissions into the atmosphere, driving climate variability and global warming. This study
aimed to compare greenhouse gas fluxes and ...
Developing a context specific climate smart aquaculture framework for improving food security in Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2021-07)
Aquaculture has great potential to improve global food and nutrition security. However, due to the
effect of climate changes and poor fish farming practices in some countries, it favors the
accumulation of chemicals ...
Allelopathic effects and bio-insecticidal potential of sphaeranthus suaveolens in common bean farming in Northern Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2021-07)
Weeds and insect pests are amongst the serious constraints in common bean farming in most
parts of Tanzania. However, weeds with allelopathic and insecticidal properties if well
manipulated can be used to manage insect ...
Assessing intensification options of common bean cultivation to improve food security on smallholder farms in the Northern Highlands of Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2021-07)
Complementarities of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) with non-legume food crops and
their significances to the agricultural systems are underexploited. Based on the description of
this study, eight options were ...
Application of molecular methods in optimizing clinical management of patients with pulmonary multidrug resistant tuberculosis in Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2021-12)
Rifampicin or multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (RR/MDR-TB) accounts for considerable
morbidity and mortality. Differences among Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex (MTBC)
species may predict drug-resistance or treatment ...
Optimized processing method for producing Avocado and Mango seed-based composite flour for functional Foods
(NM-AIST, 2021-07)
Avocado and mango seed kernels are considered as wastes although they are rich in essential
nutrients and bioactive compounds for human health. Lack of commercial application, presence
of anti-nutrients, difficulty in ...