• Phytochemical analysis and acetylcholinesterase inhibition activity of medicinal plants used in the traditional treatment of mental disorders in Kavango east region of Namibia 

  Nghilalulwa, Theodor Nande N. (University of Namibia, 2022)

  In Namibia, various plants are used in the treatment of various illnesses in traditional healing systems, however the majority of these plants have not been characterised in terms of chemical constituents, and therefore, ...
• Potential of selected microalgae in bioremediation of wastewater polluted dam water: A case of Goreangab dam in Windhoek, Namibia 

  Ndura, Jennifer (University of Namibia, 2022)

  The study was aimed at determining the efficacy of freshwater microalgae in the treatment of polluted dam water with respect to the reduction of pathogen loads, as well as the concentrations of heavy metals and nutrients. ...
• The effects of prebiotics on the growth performance and gastrointestinal microflora modulation in oreochromis mossambicus in Hardap region, Namibia 

  Salushando, Kaulo (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Aquaculture across the world is growing exponentially, and has certainly gained popularity among small scale farmers in Namibia. Aquaculture aims to take on the increasing demand of fish as a food source in light of depleting ...
• Antimicrobial effect of selected probiotic strains on salmonella typhimurium and e. coli o157:h7 isolated in a commercial slaughterhouse in Windhoek, Namibia 

  Shapwa, Kalihulu Martha (University of Namibia, 2022)

  In recent years, Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) have gained popularity due to their preservative and antimicrobial activities. Therefore, there has been a growing interest in researching and developing new antimicrobial agents ...
• Antimicrobial activity of fungal secondary metabolites isolated from pearl millet on gut microflora 

  Nghaamwa, Pamela M.N. (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Pearl millet also known as mahangu in Namibia is a crop commonly found regions in the Northern part of Namibia such as Zambezi and Ohangwena region. Pearl millet is a common staple food of a certain percentage of Namibians. ...
• Analysis of food safety and food handling knowledge among street food vendors in selected local food markets in Windhoek 

  Ngalangi, Paulus (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Contaminated food leads to foodborne disease outbreaks (FDO) that cause millions of deaths among people every year. In Namibia, many low and middle-income consumers use street-vended foods (SVF) with compromised quality ...
• Clinicopathological study of snakebite injury resulting from Zebra spitting Cobra (naja nigricincta nigricincta) and Puff adder (bitis arietans) 

  Niiteta, Katrina (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Snakebite injury is a significant public health hazard worldwide, with an estimated 1.8 – 2.7 million people bitten annually by venomous snakes, resulting in about 81 000 – 137 8800 deaths. It is frequently overlooked and ...
• Nutritional status, infant and young child feeding among children aged 6-59 months in Windhoek and surrounding areas, Namibia 

  Namene, Johanna (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Malnutrition is a global health concern in children under five years, and often presents as stunting, underweight, overweight and wasting. Measurement errors in taking anthropometry limits their validity in defining childhood ...
• Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Moringa oleifera extracts and their evaluation against antibiotic resistant strains of escherichia coli and staphylococcus aureus 

  Sinvula, Simasiku (University of Namibia, 2022)

  It is of great concern that bacteria are forming resistance to common antibiotics meant to prevent or cure them. For this reason, researchers are engaged in synthesis of nanoparticles using medicinal plants to solve the ...
• Eutrophication assessment in the Kavango river system from Rundu to Divundu, Namibia 

  Haikola, Ester Ishiwa (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Eutrophication is one of the most serious problems facing freshwater ecosystems globally. Nutrient enrichment of these freshwater ecosystems results in excessive plant and algal growth that have negative effects on ...
• Microbial diversity, nutritional value and antioxidant activity of the edible giant African bullfrog (Pyxicephalus Adspersus Tschudi, 1838) meat from Oshana region of Namibia 

  Hatutale, Martha Ndapandula (University of Namibia, 2022)

  The seasonal, edible African Bullfrog Pyxicephalus adspersus, a notable indigenous food in Northern Namibia, is a good nourishment for human consumption and an alternative source of proteins. However, consumption of this ...
• Development of a sample enrichment probe method for the gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis of hormones in water 

  Karumendu, Ivondia (University of Namibia, 2019)

  A simple sample enrichment probe (SEP) sampling method was developed for the determination of endogenous steroid hormones (estrone, I 7P-estradiol and testosterone) in water using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry ...
• The synthesis and investigation of alizan-based functional chromogenic probes for heavy mental sensing in aqueous medium 

  Martin, Lineekelomwene Penexupifo (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Heavy metal contamination of drinking water is a global concern. Conventional analytical techniques that are commonly used for metal ion detection in water, such as atomic absorption spectrometry and mass spectrometry, are ...
• Analysis of short tandem repeat loci for forensic use in Namibia 

  Lukas, Ann-Angelique (University of Namibia, 2020)

  In the genetics section of the forensics laboratory, in Windhoek, Namibia, forensic DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) typing has become an integral part of establishing familial relations as well as providing weight to evidence ...
• Molecular identification and antibiogram profiling of Avibacterium Paragallinarum and co-pathogenic bacteria assiciated with respiratory infections in chickens at Groot Aub settlement, Khomas region 

  Vaino, Hellena (University of Namibia, 2021)

  This study was undertaken to isolate, characterize and profile Avibacterium paragallinarum and some co-pathogenic bacteria for antibiotic sensitivity. Avibacterium paragallinarum is the etiologic agent of infectious coryza, ...
• Isolation and taxonomic analysis of Bacillus species in Anthrax negative cases at Central Veterinary Laboratory, Namibia 

  Nghifewa, Mateus N. (University of Namibia, 2021)

  The emergence of anthrax-like infections caused by Bacillus spp. other than Bacillus anthracis is quickly becoming a topical issue. This brought more concern to the scientific community, guardians of public health, and ...
• Effects of elephant carcasses on vegetation cover, herbivore behaviour, and potential Anthrax transmission in central Etosha National Park 

  Joel, Hendrina (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Anthrax is primarily a disease of herbivores caused by a soil-borne, spore-forming and Grampositive bacterium, Bacillus anthracis. This study investigated the role large-bodied animal carcasses may play in anthrax transmission ...
• Assessment of the potential uptake of chromium by selected plant species and its concentration along the Klein Windhoek river from the Ujams Industrial Waste Water Treatment Plant in Windhoek 

  Iiputa, Gerhard I (University of Namibia, 2021)

  The aim of the study is in threefold: (i) to assess the potential uptake of Cr(VI) and its potential toxicological effects on the total Chlorophyll content of Rumex lanceolatus and Cullen obtusifolia, exposed to the treated ...
• Abundance, species composition and diversity of small mammals and the prevalence and intensity of infestation of associated fleas (Siphonaptera) across an altitudinal gradient along the Ugab river, Namibia 

  Frans, Alma Inga (University of Namibia, 2021)

  The objectives of the study were to determine and compare the abundance, species composition and diversity of small mammals and the associated fleas and to determine and compare the prevalence and intensity of infestation ...
• Ecological dynamics of Bacillus Anthracis in water and soils at selected sites in Etosha National Park, Namibia 

  Evard, Modesta (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Bacillus anthracis, is an endospore-forming, soil borne bacterium, also found in water and vegetation, which causes the disease anthrax. The species most affected by anthrax in Etosha National Park are the plains zebra ...
• Physicochemical assessment of microbial communities of fermented olives in Namibia using culture dependent and independent methods 

  Zwart, Wynand (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Wild olives are native to the Mediterranean area, sub-tropical and central Asia, and parts of Africa. Table olives are prepared from the raw fru it of the European or domesticated olive Olea europaea L. Hoff. Table olives ...
• Impact of biofertilizer inoculants on yields cowpea varieties grown in Omusati region of Namibia 

  Mukelabai, Muyoba Florence (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Smallholder farmers in Omusati dependent on subsistence agriculture on poor sandy soils for their livelihood. They rarely apply nitrogen fertilizer during legume production due to their high cost of fertilizer. However, ...
• Computational study of the structure and electronic properties of Ag and Au doped (TiO2)n clusters (n=2-6) 

  Humba, Elizeth Afonso (University of Namibia, 2020)

  The titanium dioxide (TiO2) clusters are aggregates of TiO2 units that are intermediate in size between a molecule and the bulk material. It is known that molecular clusters exhibit unique properties as a function of size, ...
• The reaction of ozone with phenol, thiophenol, catechol and resorcinol: A computational study of the thermodynamic stability of the primary ozonides and reaction barriers in the gas phase and in water 

  Puley, Owen Gerrit (University of Namibia, 2019)

  Ozone is a highly reactive substance that can react with a vast number of chemical species. In the reaction of ozone with molecules containing carbon-carbon multiple bonds, the initial intermediate is a primary ozonide ...
• Anopheles vectors species composition, their biting cycle and role of human behaviour in Malaria transmission in an endemic region from Namibia 

  Mwema, Tabeth (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Any vector control effort aimed at reducing malaria burden should be based on an understanding of the malaria vectors’ populations, distribution, and behaviours as they relate to both transmission and response to interventions ...
• Isolation, identification and characterization of Cleome Gynandra L. bacterial seed endophytes from Northern Namibia 

  Shipoh, Panduleni Mwahepekange (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Endophytic microorganisms are symbionts found inside host tissue without eliciting disease, symptoms or causing any damage. They play an integral role in spermatophyte life cycles and are endowed with multi-functional ...
• Synthesis and characterization of cyanuric-based dye-sensitizer for solar cells, their photo-response in the visible region and chemosensing properties 

  Mabuku, Simasiku Dan (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Two cyanuric-based potential dye-sensitizers were synthesized (Dye 1 & Dye 2), and characterized spectroscopically, UV-vis and FTIR among other techniques. Their photoresponse properties in the visible region were investigated ...
• Investigation of neurotoxic principles of the Tumbleweed, Trachyandra Laxa, responsible for livestock losses in Southern Africa 

  Van Wyk, Hedwig Maureen (University of Namibia, 2020)

  Livestock losses due to poisonous plants remain a major concern for livestock agriculture in southern Africa. However, for a number of such toxic plants, including Trachyandra laxa (family Xanthorrhoeaceae, sub-family ...
• In vitro antimicrobial and antioxidant potential of endophytic actinobacteria associated with Harpagophytum procumbens [Burch.] DC ex Meissn.: An ethno medicinal plant of Southern Africa 

  Lang, Magdalena Elizabeth (University of Namibia, 2021)

  The present study was designed to determine the taxonomic diversity, metabolic activity, structure elucidation, and screening of genes involved in antimicrobial and antioxidant activity of the endophytic actinobacteria ...
• The effect of habitat type on rodent, shrew and sengi species abundance, richness, diversity and composition at farm Karachas, Outjo, Namibia 

  Kapala, Salmi (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Natural habitats have been fragmented by many human activities including farming, hence affecting vegetation structure. Despite being very dry, Namibia has many farms in which game, livestock and crop farming are practiced. ...

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