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Taxonomic Studies of Cryptolepis Sanguinolenta (LINDL.) SCHTR., an Antimalarial Plant Species Used in Ghana

Ameyaw, Yaw (University of Cape Coast, 2005-03)

A survey research was conducted on Cryplolepis sanguinolenta (Lindl.) Schtr., an antimalarial plant species harvested from three sampling sites, namely, Pepease, Mamfe and Abonse all in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The ...
The Role of Insect Flower Visitors in Cowpea (Vigna Unguiculata') Agro-Ecosystem in three Districts in the Central Region of Ghana

Hordzi, Wisdom Harrison Kofi (University of Cape Coast, 2008-07)

Despite its numerous beneficial uses, there is controversy among research scientists about the main type of pollination of cowpea. Therefore, what role do cowpea insect flower visitors play in cowpea agro-ecosystems? In ...
The Ecology of Lowe’s Monkey (Cercopithecus Campbelli Lowei) in Kakum Conservation Area, Ghana

Debrah, Edward Wiafe (University of Cape Coast, 2012-06)

The ecology of Lowe’s monkey (Cercopithecus campbelli lowei) was investigated at Kakum Conservation Area of Ghana in both dry and wet seasons in 2009 and 2010. Analysis of satellite images and field survey was done to ...
Factors influencing the range shift of plant species in Wetlands in Northern Region (Ghana), with a note on the fish and bird Communities

Nsor, Collins Ayine (University of Cape Coast, 2012-11)

The study examined the role of anthropogenic disturbances, temperature, precipitation and evapotranspiration in the range shift of aquatic plants, fish and bird communities in six wetlands. It was conducted over a 2-year ...
High Prevalence of Plasmodium Falciparum Drug Resistance Markers in Ghana, An Artemisinin-Based Combination Therapy (Act) Setting

Afoakwah, Richmond (University of Cape Coast, 2013-05)

Resistance to the artemisinins has been reported in less than a decade after their global deployment. The molecular markers for artemisinin resistance, however, have not been clearly characterized. The aim of this study ...
Effects of falciparum malaria on levels of selected biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risk in type 2 diabetics and non-diabetic controls

Acquah, Samuel (University of Cape Coast, 2013-11)

Falciparum malaria and Type 2 diabetes (T2D) affect millions of people globally but the effect of the dual conditions on the cardiovascular health of the affected has not been investigated. To better understand this, a ...
Antibiotic resistance, phylogenetic grouping and virulence potential of Escherichia coli isolated from clinical and environmental samples from the Cape Coast metropolis of the central region of Ghana

Adinortey, Cynthia Ayefoumi (University of Cape Coast, 2014-09)

The genetic diversity of Escherichia coli isolated from clinical and environmental samples from Cape Coast was studied. Bacterial isolation and identification was carried out using standard biochemical tests and confirmed ...
Assessment of aquatic ecosystems, the fishery and socio-economics of a coastal area in the Shama District, Ghana

Okyere, Isaac (University of Cape Coast, 2015-03)

The study provides requisite scientific and socio-economic data for sustainable management of the fishery and aquatic ecosystems at Anlo Beach in the Shama District, Ghana. Physico-chemical conditions, macrozoobenthic ...
Landscape influence on bee abundance and diversity in the forest savannah transition zone of Ghana and community knowledge of pollinators and pollination

Buadu, Eddiebright; Joseph (University of Cape Coast, 2016-07)

Global declines in pollinator diversity and abundance have been recognized, raising concerns about a pollination crisis of crops and wild plants. In many African countries including Ghana however research and publications ...
Effects of Environmental Changes on the Assemblages of Eight Sympatric Large Grazers in the Mole National Park, Ghana

Dakwa, Kwaku Brako (University of Cape Coast, 2016-10)

The goal of this thesis was to determine the effects of environmental changes on the assemblages of eight sympatric large grazer~ of Mole National Park (MNP). Transects were surveyed in each of five main habitat types ...
Molecular characterisation of mycobacterium tuberculosis-complex in selected prisons and hospitals in Ghana.

Gyamfi, Kwasi Oti (University of Cape Coast, 2017-07)

Department of Biomedical Research, KIT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands). I am indebted in more ways than one to Prof. Emmanuel Marfo-Owusu (Wa Polytechnic University, Wa), Dr. I. K. Wilson (formally of The National Centre ...
Effects of Anthropogenic Stressors on Vegetation, Soi and Water QualityiIn the Upland Evergreen Tropical Forest of Atewa, Ghana

Ghartey-Tagoe, Felicity (University of Cape Coast, 2018-07)

Although tropical rain forests are rich in biodiversity and play major roles in vegetation, soil and water quality and socio-economic needs, people have imposed stress on them. The study examined vegetation, soil and water ...
Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Sulphadoxine Pyrimethamine as Intermittent Preventive Treatment For Malaria In Pregnancy In Selected Health Facilities In Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana

Afutu, Leslie Larry (University of Cape Coast, 2018-07)

Malaria in pregnancy still remains a huge public health problem in most parts of Africa and Asia-Pacific. The use of Sulphadoxine-Pyrimethamine as intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy (SP -IPTp) in ...
Effects of Anthropogenic Stressors on Vegetation, Soil and Water Quality in the Upland Evergreen Tropical Forest of Atewa, Ghana

Ghartey-Tagoe, Felicity (University of Cape Coast, 2018-07)

Although tropical rain forests are rich in biodiversity and play major roles in vegetation, soil and water quality and socio-economic needs, people have imposed stress on them. The study examined vegetation, soil and ...
An evaluation of honey production in the Volta region of Ghana towards certification as a geographical indications (G1) product

Besah-Adanu, Courage komla (University of Cape Coast, 2018-08)

Geographical Indication (GI) is a form of intellectual property identifying a prodm:t as originating from a region/locality/territory where its quality and reputation is associated with its geographical origin. Gls arc ...
An Evaluation of Honey Produced in the Volta Region of Ghana Towards Certification as a Geographical Indications (GI) Product

Besah-Adanu, Courage Komla (University of Cape Coast, 2018-08)

Geographical Indication (GI) is a form of intellectual property identifying a product as originating from a region/locality/territory where its quality and reputation is associated with its geographical origin. GIs ...
Host and parasite genetic factors that affect plasmodium falciparum gametocytogenesis and malaria transmission in southern Ghana

Ayanful-Torgby, Ruth (University of Cape Coast, 2018-09)

Several factors affect gametocyte production and are proposed to vary in different endemic settings and seasons. The current study assessed gametocyte production rates in P. Falciparum isolates from malaria patients in ex ...
Nutritional Quality of Crops and Surface Water Quality of Selected Communities in Ghana

Abraham, Janice Dwomoh (University of Cape Coast, 2018-11)

Like any other country, Ghana is working to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, part of which is targeted at ending hunger and ensuring clean water by 2030. In line with these, this study investigated what people ...
Nutritional Quality of Crops and Surface Water Quality of Selected Communities in Ghana

Janice, Dwomoh Abraham (University of Cape Coast, 2018-11)

Like any other country, Ghana is working to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, part of which is targeted at ending hunger and ensuring clean water by 2030. In line with these, this study investigated what people ...
Decontamination of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, organochlorine pesticides and microbial load in processed fish in Ghana using gamma irradiation: implications and prospects

Gasu, Emmanuel Kwame (University of Cape Coast, 2019)

Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) and Organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) are among the most hazardous class of organic chemicals in the environment. Some PAHs and OCPs have been banned or restricted in several countries. ...

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