Kampala International University

Effect of calcination temperature on Portland cement clinker partially replaced with calcined limestone overburden clay

Abstract Calcined limestone overburden clay was investigated as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM) for partial clinker replacement. Cement blends containing 30%, 50%, and 70% calcined clay, produced at 500–800°C, were cured for 1–90 days and evaluated for mechanical, dur...

The impact of innovation strategies on the performance ofmultinational corporations in Juba, South Sudan

Innovation strategies have become a central aspect of corporate competitiveness and operational efficiency, especially within multinational corporations (MNCs) operating in developing economies. This study examines the impact of innovation strategies on the performance of selecte...

Histological placental abnormalities and associated factors among malaria smear-positive women delivering at two tertiary hospitals in Uganda: a comprehensive multicenter cross-sectional study

Malaria in pregnancy may disrupt placental structure and function, but evidence describing placental abnormalities among malaria-positive women in Uganda remains limited. This study determined the prevalence and patterns of gross and histological placental abnormalities and exami...

Urine-based microsatellite loss of heterozygosity as a pre-cytological biomarker for cervical cancer: two sequential pilot studies from Sudan

Cervical cancer is the second most common malignancy in Sudanese women, with most cases presenting at an advanced stage because functional screening infrastructure is absent across the majority of the country. The Papanicolaou smear faces substantial cultural and logistical barri...

Exploring the nutritional benefits of millets for public health, food security, and sustainable agriculture

Recently, there has been a growing interest in millets due to their exceptional nutritional benefits and potential for enhancing global food security. Due to their ability to withstand water-scarce regions, these resilient grains have attracted the interest of food scientists, te...

Advancements in deep learning for early breast cancer detection using artificial intelligence models in low resource settings

Breast cancer remains a leading cause of mortality among women in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), compounded by fewer radiologists available and resources for diagnosis. A narrative review that summarizes 45 peer-reviewed publications to date from 2018 to 2025 is presen...

Policy Brief on Organisational Structure, Performance Monitoring, and Academic Staff Performance in Selected Private Chartered Universities in Ankole Sub-Region, Uganda

Background Academic staff performance is fundamental to teaching quality, research productivity, institutional effectiveness, and the competitiveness of higher education institutions. However, private chartered universities in Uganda continue to experience challenges associated w...

Leadership for Learning: Strengthening School Leadership to Improve Academic Achievement in Secondary Schools in Kasese District, Uganda: A Policy Brief

Background In low-resource education systems, leadership policy still strongly prioritizes administrative compliance above instructional progress, despite the growing recognition that school leadership is essential for promoting teaching standards, teacher motivation, and student...

Experimental investigation on the strength and durability behaviour of high-strength nano silica concrete with eggshell powder

This study investigates the combined effects of treated eggshell powder (ESP) and nano silica (NS) on the fresh, mechanical, durability, sustainability, and economic performance of M60 HSC. A constant replacement of 5% cement with ESP was adopted, while NS was incorporated at 0,...

Innovative development of an advanced machine learning modeling for predicting compressive strength of graphene-infused concrete: a SHAP and PDP approach

The quasi-brittle response of cementitious materials continues to limit their structural efficiency, necessitating advanced reinforcement strategies. While conventional fibers improve mechanical performance, the emergence of graphene-based nanomaterials offers new opportunities t...

Oxidative Stress Modulation and Organ Protection by Mondia whitei: Phytochemistry, Mechanisms, and Therapeutic Potential

<ns5:p> <ns5:italic>Mondia whitei</ns5:italic> (Hook.f.) Skeels is an indigenous African medicinal plant widely utilized in traditional medicine for the management of reproductive disorders, gastrointestinal ailments, inflammation, and general health promotion. Increasing scienti...

Cross-Border Ebola Virus Disease Preparedness in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo: A Systematic Review of Health Security Capacities, Gaps, and Priorities

<ns5:p>Background Recurrent Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continue to pose substantial cross-border health security risks to neighbouring countries, particularly Uganda. Although numerous preparedness initiatives have been imple...

Artificial intelligence-assisted design and optimization of radiation shielding materials for medical applications

The increasing use of ionizing radiation in diagnostic imaging, radiotherapy, nuclear medicine, and interventional procedures has intensified the need for lightweight, effective, and clinically reliable shielding materials. This systematic and critical review evaluates the role o...

Guns, governance and green futures in West Africa: empirical evidence from fixed effects and quantile models

This paper investigates the impact of institutions, militarisation, and economic growth on environmental pressures in West Africa between 1996 and 2024 with fixed effects and Driscoll-Kraay standard errors and methods-of-moments quantile regression. The study employs CO2 emission...