University of Zimbabwe Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Isolation, purification and characterisation of antiproliferative phytochemicals from Dolichos kilimandscharicus (Fabaceae)
(2017-11)Plants are a source of over a quarter of the prescription drugs currently in use worldwide. Coupled with human perception that they provide a safe disease treatment regime, plant derived compounds have become the mainstay ... -
Synthesis and modification of Zeolites for the removal of heavy metals from water
(2017-11-14)Zеolitеs wеrе synthеsisеd using thе hydrothеrmal synthеsis mеthod. Thе synthеsisеd zеolitеs wеrе initially activatеd with sodium chloridе and latеr functionalisеd using barium (barium sulphatе) and coppеr (coppеr sulphatе). ... -
Knowledge management system generic models and architectures: Enhancing uniformity and interoperability of knowledge management systems
(2017-11-16)Despite Knowledge Management becoming important in creating a competitive advantage for organizations, the use of technology in the area has been haphazard partly due to a scarcity of technological models and architectures. ... -
Isolation of norgestrel in contraceptive tablets for use as an analytical standard in its quantification in the aquatic environment
(2017-11-16)Steroidal hormones, natural and synthetic, have become a global concern due to the serious effects they pose to the aquatic environment. Although these hormones are found in low dosage levels in contraceptives, it is the ... -
Zimbabwe crop price policy analysis
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Settlers and missionaries in south Melsetter 1893 - 1925
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The Gutman Index and the Edge-Wiener Index of Graphs with given Vertex-Connectivity
(University of Zielona Góra, 2015-12-30)The Gutman index and the edge-Wiener index have been extensively investigated particularly in the last decade. An important stream of re- search on graph indices is to bound indices in terms of the order and other parameters ... -
Design of a Quality of Service Framework for Micro Grid Communication Network based on IEC 61850 Standard
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017)The micro-grid is a conceptual solution proposed as a better way to harness the potential of renewable energy generation and integration by offering a plug-andplay interface for various types of renewable generation ... -
Agromizid Leafminer infestation of different tomato (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) varieties and an assessment of the effectiveness of Azadirachta indica extracts as a management technique.
(2017-11-17)The relative susceptibilities of 14 tomato varieties (“Rodade”, “Nemonetta”, “Rio Grande”, “Season Red”, “Little Wonder”, “Money Maker”, “RVF”, “Cal-J”, “RVFN”, “Star 9065”, “Floradade”, “Rodade Plus”, “Heinz 1370” and ... -
Design of a rice transplanter for Zimbabwean farmers
(IEOM Society International, 2013-04-11)Rice is a crop of growing importance in Zimbabwe but with a production of only 700 metric tonnes. This is because in wetlands it is largely grown by broadcasting of seeds and seedlings; and manual transplanting of seedlings. ... -
Mathematical modelling and performance Analysis of Solar Chimney power generation in Zimbabwe
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-06)This thesis analyzed the performance of a novel invention of Solar chimney power plants (SCPP) in Zimbabwe. Solar chimney power plants are based on the fundamental principle that hot air rises. The analysis was based on ... -
Modeling Habitat Selection for Southern White Rhino (Ceratotherium Simum Simum) in Matopos National Park
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-06)In this study we modeled wet and dry season habitat selection of the Southern white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium Simum Simum) in Matopos National Park. We tested whether wet and dry season habitat selection was influenced by ... -
Modelling spatial variability of soil nitrogen using geostatistical methods and remote sensing
(2016-06)The aim of this study was to explore the use of geostatistical approaches involving remote sensing data to model and map soil nitrogen variability for use in precision agriculture. Precision agriculture is a management ... -
Participation of persons with disabilities in the formulation of economic empowerment policies in Zimbabwe: The case of Harare.
(2016-08)This thesis examines the extent to which persons with disabilities participate in the formulation of economic empowerment policies in Zimbabwe. To this effect, two disability categories have been chosen namely visual ... -
A strategic exploratory entrepreneurship study of sustainable agricultural businesses in Zimbabwe: Case studies of Mitchell and Mitchell in Mashonaland East Province and Dotito irrigation scheme in Mashonaland Central Province
(2014)The Government of Zimbabwe introduced a holistic approach to the reduction of poverty through irrigation schemes and strategic entrepreneurship skills as a response to the general decline in agricultural production due to ...
