• Effect of Ionizing Irradiation on Seed Quality, Agronomic Performance and Yield of M1 And M2 Mutant Cowpea Lines 

  Nyarko, Mishael Amoah (University of Cape Coast, 2021-11)

  The use of mutation breeding in crop improvement is becoming popular in recent times with gamma rays being among the most widely used physical mutagens. However, during gamma-irradiation of seeds to generate desirable traits, ...
• Time Delay in Engagement Schedules in Tertiary Institutions: a Case Study of the University of Cape Coast 

  Ayim, Emmanuel Asare (University of Cape Coast, 2018-07)

  ABSTRACT The objective of the study was to examine the incidence of time delays in engagement schedules on campus (University of Cape Coast). The study made use of past records of time delays in starting Committee and ...
• Genetic Diversity Studies on the West African Mangrove Oyster, Crassostrea Tulipa Along the Coast of Ghana 

  Edekor, Juliet Ama Mawusi (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-12)

  ABSTRACT The West African mangrove oyster, Crassostrea tulipa (Lamarck 1819) is abundant in many coastal ecosystems and they are a rich source of protein. Despite its abundance, ecological, and economic importance, ...
• A Study of Sea Urchin Populations Along the Rocky Coast of Ghana With a Note on Its Fishery 

  Obeng, Juliet Afrah (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-10)

  ABSTRACT The research seeks to fundamentally outline the occurrence and diversity of sea urchin species along the coastline of Ghana. This work evaluates the growth parameters and some aspect of the sea urchin fishery ...
• Effects of Urban Land-use Type on Avifauna Assemblage Structure in Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly 

  Afrifa, Joseph Kwasi (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-12)

  ABSTRACT Given the global trend of increasing urbanization, the need to preserve and improve urban biodiversity has become critical. This study examines the relative influence of different land-use types as well as ...
• Effect of Compost and Biochar on Soil Fertility and Cabbage Yield. 

  Abbey, Charlotte (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2019-04)

  ABSTRACT Soil fertility decline remains the major biophysical constraint to low crop productivity on farmlands. Even though inorganic fertilizers play significant role in increasing crop production, they are not a ...
• Assessment of the Ecological and Socio-economic Implications of Land-use Changes in the Butuah Wetland of the Sekondi-takoradi Metropolis of Ghana 

  Acheampong, Esther Nyamekye (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-10)

  ABSTRACT Coastal ecosystems in urban areas provide critical services that support biodiversity and improve the livelihoods of coastal communities. However, pressures of increasing urbanization and industrialization in ...
• Genetic Characterization of Atlantic Chub Mackerel (Scomber Colias) in Ghana 

  Osei-yeboah, Eunice (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-08)

  ABSTRACT The Atlantic chub mackerel Scomber colias is a small pelagic coastal migratory species belonging to the family Scombridae. Available scientific data reveals a gradual decline of S. colias species within Ghana’s ...
• Analysis of Climate Variability Implications for Sardinella Fisheries in Ghana 

  Gamor, Delali (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2018-11)

  ABSTRACT Over the years, marine fish production in Ghana has been on a downturn. The dwindling has been ascribed mainly to illegal fishing practices with less attention given to the possible effects of climate variability. ...
• Mathematical Modelling of Typhoid Fever Disease Incorporating Delay Caused by False Negative Diagnosis 

  Fiadufe, Felix (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-12)

  ABSTRACT We developed a mathematical model based on a system of ordinary differential equations to explore the dynamics of typhoid fever sickness, taking into account the delay caused by false negative diagnosis. Typhoid ...
• Nutritional Quality of the Mangrove Oyster, Crassostrea Tulipa, in Ghana and Hydrographic Conditions of Their Habitats 

  Agblemanyo, Felix Edufia (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-11)

  ABSTRACT Seafood contributes significantly to food security. The present study sought to provide information on the size, meat yield, proximate nutritional composition, minerals, amino acids, fatty acids and some ...
• Perceived Effect of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance Programme on Food Security Status of Fishing Households in Shama District in the Western Region of Ghana 

  Oduro, Emmanuel (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2015-07)

  ABSTRACT This study sought to find out the effect of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance programme on the food security status of households in shama districts. A multistage sampling technique was used to select ...
• Determinants of Mushroom Commercialisation Among Small-scale Mushroom Producers in Selected Municipalities in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana 

  Mensah, Emmanuel Anobir (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-11)

  ABSTRACT The Ghana government has been pursuing the commercialisation of mushrooms since 1990, in accordance with the Food and Agriculture Sector Development Policy (FASDEP), which aims to promote the commercialisation ...
• Socioeconomic Implications of Closed Fishing Season In the Marine Artisanal Sector: a Case Study of Elmina And Apam in the Central Region of Ghana 

  Yeboah, Ellen Nyarko (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2022-02)

  ABSTRACT The study determined the socioeconomic implications of the closed season policy on artisanal fisherfolk in Ghana using Elmina and Apam fishing communities as a case study. The mixed-method design was used in ...
• Assessment of Vulnerability to Flooding in Coastal Communities of Ketu South Municipality of Ghana 

  Babanawo, Daystar; Babanawo, Daystar (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-10)

  ABSTRACT Some communities along the coast of Ketu South Municipality in Ghana remain vulnerable to coastal flood events from storm surges, high tidal waves, lagoon overflow and heavy rainfall. However, the local conditions ...
• Effect of Nitrogen Forms and Rates on Yield and Performance of Young and Mature Cocoa Trees in Two Agro-ecological Zones in Ghana 

  Gyebi, Daniel Nana Yaw (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-07)

  ABSTRACT Cocoa affectionately called ‗golden pod‘ is one of the few valuable tropical crops. Undoubtedly, cocoa is the most inevitable agricultural produce among several other crops produced in Ghana. It is the stronghold ...
• Microplastic Occurrence and Distribution in the Water, Sediment and Fish of the Pra Estuary, Ghana 

  Amponsah, Andoh Kwaku (2021-11)

  ABSTRACT The study investigated the occurrence and distribution of microplastics in the water, sediment and fishes from the Pra estuary. Samples were collected using a manta trawl and Ekman grab within sixteen sampling ...
• The Study of Phytophthora Heart Rot Disease of Pineapple in Some Selected Districts in the Central Region 

  Amoateng, Amma Kissiwaa (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-07)

  ABSTRACT Phytophthora heart rot disease (PHRD) of pineapple is one of the damaging diseases that attack pineapple plants of all ages and can cause 100% yield loss. Documented information on the disease in Ghana is quite ...
• Perceived Relationship Between Effective Governance And Performance of Non-governmental Organizations In Selected District Assemblies in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana 

  Kwaw, Agye (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-12)

  ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to examine the perceived relationship between effective governance and performance of NGOs in selected District Assemblies in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Descriptive survey ...
• Classification of Selected Anti-malarial Herbal Drugs Using Laser-induced Autofluorescence (Liaf) Combined With Multivariate Data Analysis 

  Rabbi, Boateng (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-07)

  ABSTRACT Laser-induced autofluorescence (LIAF) was used to characterize and classify some selected commercial anti-malarial herbal drugs (AMHDs) to avoid sample destruction. Results from deconvoluted peaks of the LIAF ...

• Effect of Ionizing Irradiation on Seed Quality, Agronomic Performance and Yield of M1 And M2 Mutant Cowpea Lines 

  Nyarko, Mishael Amoah (University of Cape Coast, 2021-11)

  The use of mutation breeding in crop improvement is becoming popular in recent times with gamma rays being among the most widely used physical mutagens. However, during gamma-irradiation of seeds to generate desirable traits, ...
• Time Delay in Engagement Schedules in Tertiary Institutions: a Case Study of the University of Cape Coast 

  Ayim, Emmanuel Asare (University of Cape Coast, 2018-07)

  ABSTRACT The objective of the study was to examine the incidence of time delays in engagement schedules on campus (University of Cape Coast). The study made use of past records of time delays in starting Committee and ...
• Genetic Diversity Studies on the West African Mangrove Oyster, Crassostrea Tulipa Along the Coast of Ghana 

  Edekor, Juliet Ama Mawusi (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-12)

  ABSTRACT The West African mangrove oyster, Crassostrea tulipa (Lamarck 1819) is abundant in many coastal ecosystems and they are a rich source of protein. Despite its abundance, ecological, and economic importance, ...
• A Study of Sea Urchin Populations Along the Rocky Coast of Ghana With a Note on Its Fishery 

  Obeng, Juliet Afrah (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-10)

  ABSTRACT The research seeks to fundamentally outline the occurrence and diversity of sea urchin species along the coastline of Ghana. This work evaluates the growth parameters and some aspect of the sea urchin fishery ...
• Effects of Urban Land-use Type on Avifauna Assemblage Structure in Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly 

  Afrifa, Joseph Kwasi (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-12)

  ABSTRACT Given the global trend of increasing urbanization, the need to preserve and improve urban biodiversity has become critical. This study examines the relative influence of different land-use types as well as ...
• Effect of Compost and Biochar on Soil Fertility and Cabbage Yield. 

  Abbey, Charlotte (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2019-04)

  ABSTRACT Soil fertility decline remains the major biophysical constraint to low crop productivity on farmlands. Even though inorganic fertilizers play significant role in increasing crop production, they are not a ...
• Assessment of the Ecological and Socio-economic Implications of Land-use Changes in the Butuah Wetland of the Sekondi-takoradi Metropolis of Ghana 

  Acheampong, Esther Nyamekye (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-10)

  ABSTRACT Coastal ecosystems in urban areas provide critical services that support biodiversity and improve the livelihoods of coastal communities. However, pressures of increasing urbanization and industrialization in ...
• Genetic Characterization of Atlantic Chub Mackerel (Scomber Colias) in Ghana 

  Osei-yeboah, Eunice (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-08)

  ABSTRACT The Atlantic chub mackerel Scomber colias is a small pelagic coastal migratory species belonging to the family Scombridae. Available scientific data reveals a gradual decline of S. colias species within Ghana’s ...
• Analysis of Climate Variability Implications for Sardinella Fisheries in Ghana 

  Gamor, Delali (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2018-11)

  ABSTRACT Over the years, marine fish production in Ghana has been on a downturn. The dwindling has been ascribed mainly to illegal fishing practices with less attention given to the possible effects of climate variability. ...
• Mathematical Modelling of Typhoid Fever Disease Incorporating Delay Caused by False Negative Diagnosis 

  Fiadufe, Felix (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-12)

  ABSTRACT We developed a mathematical model based on a system of ordinary differential equations to explore the dynamics of typhoid fever sickness, taking into account the delay caused by false negative diagnosis. Typhoid ...
• Nutritional Quality of the Mangrove Oyster, Crassostrea Tulipa, in Ghana and Hydrographic Conditions of Their Habitats 

  Agblemanyo, Felix Edufia (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-11)

  ABSTRACT Seafood contributes significantly to food security. The present study sought to provide information on the size, meat yield, proximate nutritional composition, minerals, amino acids, fatty acids and some ...
• Perceived Effect of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance Programme on Food Security Status of Fishing Households in Shama District in the Western Region of Ghana 

  Oduro, Emmanuel (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2015-07)

  ABSTRACT This study sought to find out the effect of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance programme on the food security status of households in shama districts. A multistage sampling technique was used to select ...
• Determinants of Mushroom Commercialisation Among Small-scale Mushroom Producers in Selected Municipalities in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana 

  Mensah, Emmanuel Anobir (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-11)

  ABSTRACT The Ghana government has been pursuing the commercialisation of mushrooms since 1990, in accordance with the Food and Agriculture Sector Development Policy (FASDEP), which aims to promote the commercialisation ...
• Socioeconomic Implications of Closed Fishing Season In the Marine Artisanal Sector: a Case Study of Elmina And Apam in the Central Region of Ghana 

  Yeboah, Ellen Nyarko (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2022-02)

  ABSTRACT The study determined the socioeconomic implications of the closed season policy on artisanal fisherfolk in Ghana using Elmina and Apam fishing communities as a case study. The mixed-method design was used in ...
• Assessment of Vulnerability to Flooding in Coastal Communities of Ketu South Municipality of Ghana 

  Babanawo, Daystar; Babanawo, Daystar (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-10)

  ABSTRACT Some communities along the coast of Ketu South Municipality in Ghana remain vulnerable to coastal flood events from storm surges, high tidal waves, lagoon overflow and heavy rainfall. However, the local conditions ...
• Effect of Nitrogen Forms and Rates on Yield and Performance of Young and Mature Cocoa Trees in Two Agro-ecological Zones in Ghana 

  Gyebi, Daniel Nana Yaw (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-07)

  ABSTRACT Cocoa affectionately called ‗golden pod‘ is one of the few valuable tropical crops. Undoubtedly, cocoa is the most inevitable agricultural produce among several other crops produced in Ghana. It is the stronghold ...
• Microplastic Occurrence and Distribution in the Water, Sediment and Fish of the Pra Estuary, Ghana 

  Amponsah, Andoh Kwaku (2021-11)

  ABSTRACT The study investigated the occurrence and distribution of microplastics in the water, sediment and fishes from the Pra estuary. Samples were collected using a manta trawl and Ekman grab within sixteen sampling ...
• The Study of Phytophthora Heart Rot Disease of Pineapple in Some Selected Districts in the Central Region 

  Amoateng, Amma Kissiwaa (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-07)

  ABSTRACT Phytophthora heart rot disease (PHRD) of pineapple is one of the damaging diseases that attack pineapple plants of all ages and can cause 100% yield loss. Documented information on the disease in Ghana is quite ...
• Perceived Relationship Between Effective Governance And Performance of Non-governmental Organizations In Selected District Assemblies in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana 

  Kwaw, Agye (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-12)

  ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to examine the perceived relationship between effective governance and performance of NGOs in selected District Assemblies in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Descriptive survey ...
• Classification of Selected Anti-malarial Herbal Drugs Using Laser-induced Autofluorescence (Liaf) Combined With Multivariate Data Analysis 

  Rabbi, Boateng (Universtity of Cape Coast, 2021-07)

  ABSTRACT Laser-induced autofluorescence (LIAF) was used to characterize and classify some selected commercial anti-malarial herbal drugs (AMHDs) to avoid sample destruction. Results from deconvoluted peaks of the LIAF ...

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