CircSPG21 ameliorates oxidative stress-induced senescence in nucleus pulposus-derived mesenchymal stem cells and mitigates intervertebral disc degeneration through the miR-217/SIRT... by Yongbo Zhang, Sheng Yang, Xuan You, Zhengguang Li, Liuyang chen, Rui Dai, Hua Sun, Liang Zhang

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Trayectorias, debates y experiencias clínicas en torno a los tratamientos quirúrgicos solicitados por la población trans. Sentidos profesionales a la luz de los debates feministas... by Anahí Farji Neer

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Case study of a neuroendocrine tumor of uncertain origin: single-cell transcriptomics unravels potential primary location by Frolova Tatyana, Ekaterina Avsievich, Diana Salimgereeva, Zoia Antysheva, Alesia Maluchenko, Denis Maksimov, Ilia Feidorov, Mark Voloshin, Olga Glazova, Natalia Bodunova, Nikolay Karnaukhov, Pavel Volchkov, Julia Krupinova

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Behavioural Response To Self-Medication Practice Before and During Covid-19 Pandemic in Western Uganda by Samuel Sunday, Dare, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Isaac, Echoru, Ibe Michael, Usman, Fred, Ssempijja, Edmund Eriya, Bukenya, Robinson, Ssebuufu

“…There was a statistically significant decrease in the number of respondents who practice self-medication during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown compared to the practice before the pandemic lockdown. p < 0.05 at 95% confidence interval (OR = 5.39, 95% CI = 3.48, 8.32). Conclusion: Our investigation showed adequate knowledge of self-medication and a high level of self-medication practice with a decrease in self-medication practices during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown compared to the practice before the lockdown…”
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The Effect of Gender Inequality in Education on Rural Poverty in Kamuganguzi Sub-County Kabale District. by Niwamanya, Obed

“…The respondents who accounted for 5(8%) revealed that lack of guidance and counseling influence gender inequality among some girls in secondary school. 7(11 %) revealed that distance from school also influences gender inequality in girl child secondary school education in Kamuganguzi Sub-county, Kabale District. …”
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Comparative Study of Vitamin C Concentration in Boiled and Roasted Gonja. by Birungi, Alido

“…Fifteen fingers were detached randomly from each bunch and they were each divided into three groups so that each group had 5 fingers. The fingers in the first group were washed with clean water and then cooked in a saucepan until they were soft and ready for consumption. …”
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African animal trypanocide resistance: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Keneth, Iceland Kasozi, Ewan, Thomas MacLeod, Susan, Christina Welburn

“…ISM (SMD = −0.41, 95% CI: −0.96, 0.14; I2 = 5%, P = 0.38) showed multiple cross-resistance. …”
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Self-Care Practices and the Associated Socio-Demographic Variables of Persons with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2dm) in Southeast, Nigeria. by Okafor, Christiana Nkiru, Okonkwo, Uchenna Prosper, Ani, Kenneth Umezulike, Onuora, Ethel Ogoemeka, Nwokike, Mathew, Byabagambi, Jane Turyasingura, Tamu, JohnBosco Munezero, Mfitumukiza, Valence, Nwankwo, Mercy Chinenye, Tumusiime, Alex

“…Only 7.9% practiced 3-monthly laboratory blood glucose testing while 16.5% went for eye checks every 6 months. Conclusion: Individuals with diabetes mellitus have poor self-management behavior in most domains of the self-management practice. …”
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Public-Private Partnership and Early Childhood Education in Kasese District, Uganda. by Kategaya, Raymond Mwesigye, Adyanga, Akena Francis, Ocan, Johnson

“…Primary data was collected by administering a questionnaire that was designed on a 5-point Likert Scale, ranging from strongly agree to strongly disagree. …”
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Local Anesthesia Versus Saddle Block for Open Hemorrhoidectomy: Cost-Analysis From a Randomized, Double Blind Controlled Trial. by Sikakulya, Franck Katembo, Ssebuufu, Robinson, Okedi, Xaviour Francis, Baluku, Moris, Lule, Herman, Kiyaka, Sonye Magugu, Muhumuza, Joshua, Selamo, Fabrice Molen, Bassara, Godefroy Nyenke, Waziri, Musa Abbas, Kithinji, Stephen Mbae, Mugisho, Munyerenkana Leocadie, Byamungu, Pahari Kagenderezo, Munihire, Jeannot Baanitse, Vahwere, Bienfait Mumbere, Kiswezi, Ahmed, Kyamanywa, Patrick

“…The mean operating time was 15.52±5.34(SD) minutes versus 33.72±11.54 min for OH under LA and SB respectively. …”
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Investigating the Efficiency of Coffee Husks in Bio-Retention Model for Storm Water Treatment. by Musasizi, Joseph

“…The quality parameters of raw stormwater composite sample were determined before passing through the model and after passing through the model at different intervals i.e., at 0, 5, 10, 20 and 30 days after introducing the coffee husks into the model. …”
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Experiences of HIV Positive Serostatus Disclosure to Sexual Partner Among Individuals in Discordant Couples in Mbarara City, Southwestern Uganda. by Atwijukiire, Humphrey, Nakidd, Gladys, Tweheyo, Otwine Anne, Kabami, Jane

“…Key emerging themes as experienced benefits of HIV serostatus disclosure included: 1) social support and care; 2) decisions regarding health, fertility, and childbearing; 3) sharing information on HIV prevention and protection measures; 4) positive living; and 5) ease of HIV serostatus disclosure. The challenges associated with serostatus disclosure were summarized as one theme: misunderstandings in the families of the discordant couples. …”
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Self-Care Practices and the Associated Socio-Demographic Variables of Persons With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2dm) in Southeast, Nigeria. by Okafor, Christiana Nkiru, Okonkwo, Uchenna Prosper, Ani, Kenneth Umezulike, Onuora, Ethel Ogoemeka, Nwokike, Mathew, Turyasingura, Jane Byabagambi, Munezero, Tamu JohnBosco, Mfitumukiza1, Valence, Nwankwo, Mercy Chinenye, Tumusiime, Alex

“…Only 7.9% practiced 3-monthly laboratory blood glucose testing while 16.5% went for eye checks every 6 months. Conclusion: Individuals with diabetes mellitus have poor self-management behavior in most domains of the self-management practice. …”
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The Factors Associated with Utilization of Sexual and Reproductive Health Services Among Batwa Adolescents in Kisoro District Uganda: A Cross-Sectional Study. by Kyambade, Robert, Nwankwo, Chinenye Mercy, Tamu, Munezero J.B., Okafor, Christiana

“…RESULTS: The majority of adolescents (59.3%, CI: 52.84 - 65.60), were aware of the voluntary counseling services provided, 76.8% (CI: 70.91 - 81.94) were aware of family planning services, but 53.5% (CI: 47.01 - 59.95) were not aware of SHR related issues. …”
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The Factors Associated with Utilization of Sexual and Reproductive Health Services Among Batwa Adolescents in Kisoro District Uganda: A Cross-Sectional Study. by Kyambade, Robert, Nwankwo, Chinenye Mercy, Tamu, Munezero J.B., Okafor, Christiana

“…RESULTS: The majority of adolescents (59.3%, CI: 52.84 - 65.60), were aware of the voluntary counseling services provided, 76.8% (CI: 70.91 - 81.94) were aware of family planning services, but 53.5% (CI: 47.01 - 59.95) were not aware of SHR related issues. …”
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Assessing the Use of Crushed Rock Aggregate and Carbon Black for Laterite Soil Stabilization in Road Construction. by Turyamureeba, Emmanuel

“…Graphical analysis of the results revealed that a blend of 50% lateritic soil, 40% aggregates, and 10% carbon black was the most effective, yielding a CBR of 63.0 at 98% relative compaction and a Plasticity Index (PI) of 6.5. These results meet the General Specifications for Roads and Bridges by Uganda’s Ministry of Works, Housing, and Communication, which require a CBR above 60%. …”
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Modeling the Relationship of Concrete Strength with Aggregate Size Using Quarry Dust as Fine Aggregates for Rigid Pavements. by Ahebwa, Chrispus

“…An equation Strength(fc) = 5.883772 - 0.33855MSA + 0.919C from this study was developed for predicting concrete strength at 28 days given aggregate size and grade of concrete. …”
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Poverty and Academic Performance of primary Schools in Kabale Municipality. by Justus, Niwagaba

“…The sample size of the study included; 1 inspector of schools, 5 head teachers, 36 teachers, 8 PTA members and 40 pupils. …”
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Brand Loyalty and Competitive advantage a case of beer products in Kabale District, Uganda. by Moses, Agaba, Edward, Ahabwe

“…The findings indicate that brand loyalty has significant positive effect on competitive advantage among alcoholic beer products and producers in Kabale district, South Western Uganda at the 5% percent significance level.The results of the regression model on the effect of brand loyalty on competitive advantage among alcoholic beer products and producers in Kabale district, South Western Uganda indicate that brand loyalty has significant positive effect on competitive. …”
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Perceived Quality and Competitive Advantage in Beer Products In Kabale District, South Western Uganda by Moses, Agaba, Alex, Kanyesiime

“…The study found out that perceived quality has positive effect on competitive advantage in alcoholic beer products in Kabale district, South Western Uganda, at the 5% percent significance level. The study concludes that producers of high quality beer brands have a competitive edge over those that produce poor quality beer products. …”
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