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Design of a wearable smart device for sitting posture-monitoring system

UWINEZA, Nadine (2024-10-11)

The wearable smart device designed for monitoring sitting posture offers an innovative solution to detect spinal deviations like scoliosis and kyphosis. Utilizing a flexor sensor, the device accurately captures data on the ...
Design and prototyping a microcontroller-based wearable device for epileptic seizure detection and monitoring

MUGAMBIRA, Adalbert Alonso (2024-08-12)

One of the threats to our life is Seizure disorders which pose a significant challenge for individuals with epilepsy and their caregivers, as sudden episodes can occur at any time without warning, but traditional methods ...
Spatio-temporal evaluation of land cover change and habitat fragmentation using geospatial techniques and landscape metrics. The case of Akagera National Park, Rwanda

NIYONZIMA, Jean Marie Vianney (2024-08-23)

Several studies on the park environmental monitoring have mentioned that Akagera National Park area and size has been reduced (African Parks, 2016). Accurate and up-to-date land-use and land-cover maps produced using ...
Stochastic partial differential equations and their applications

MUTIMA, Jean de Dieu (2025-01-06)

The research investigates the existence and uniqueness of solutions in investment forward performance stochastic partial di erential equations (SPDEs). It employs sophisticated mathematical methods, such as the Picard ...
Evaluating the effectiveness of planned rural settlement sites in Rwanda: Case of Gatebe and Rwabiharamba sites in Nyagatare district.

RUZINDANA, Ernest (2024-05-22)

The evolution of rural settlements in Rwanda marked the gradual transition from scattered homesteads to planned villages present socio-economic and environmental issues. Scattered settlements have led to infrastructure ...
Design of a bio-Sensor-based portable and rapid poison detection device. Case study: Organophosphates poison

KAFUKUYE, Enock William (2024-10-04)

Organophosphates are a class of chemicals that are used in a variety of products, including insecticides, herbicides, and pesticides. They are also used in some chemical warfare agents. Potential sources of organophosphate ...
Optimal utilization of CMMS: A case study on Rwanda's medical equipment management and maintenance system (MEMMS)

GANZA, Mick (2024-10-10)

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare facilities and the medical industry, the effective management and maintenance of medical equipment and technology have become paramount. The utilisation of Medical Equipment ...
Design and develop Leukemia detection using deep learning

NAKURE, Salathiel (2024-07-28)

Effective leukemia detection in resource-limited environments mostly in developing country like Rwanda necessitates the use of advanced machine-learning algorithms. This study, titled "Design and develop Leukemia Detection ...
Assessment and the removal of the selected heavy metals from hospital and dumpsite wastes in Rwanda: Case study CHUK and Nduba dumpsite

BIZIMANA, Jean Bosco (2024-09-09)

Around the world environmental resources are contaminated by hospital and dumpsite wastes that are poorly managed. This study's objective was to evaluate and get removed of the chosen heavy metals from hospital and dumpsite ...
Removal efficiency of organic matter and pathogens for horizontal flow subsurface constructed wetlands treating domestic wastewater in Kigali

NGOBOKA, Cyriaque (2024-08-05)

Now days the world is facing a big problem of getting sufficient quality water. This is due to the increase of the world population and industrialization as well as climate change which are affecting water resources due ...
Evaluation of the effects of Bamboo on understory plant species diversity and Riverbank erosion control along Nyabarongo River, Ngororero district, Rwanda

HATEGEKIMANA, Jean Pierre (2024-10-15)

Bamboo planting in Rwanda has been thought to be effective in restoring degraded riparian zones and controlling erosion along the river banks. However, in order to prevent any adverse effects from this non-native plant ...
Structural and Electronic Properties of TiO2, IrO2, and SnO2 for Photocatalysis and Photovoltaics

NAIJA, Pison (2024-12-20)

This thesis investigates the electronic excitations of titanium dioxide (TiO2), iridium dioxide (IrO2), and tin dioxide (SnO2), which are key materials for photocatalysis and photovoltaics. To perform this study, we used ...
Development of an AI and IoT based system for accident prevention, detection and real time emergency response: Case study: Rwanda

BASEME, Bulonza Fabien (University of Rwanda (College of science and Technology)University of Rwanda (College of science and Technology), 2023-12)

Road incidents caused by driver distractions (such as phone usage), drunkenness, and excessive speed constitute significant dangers to public safety in Rwanda. A comprehensive study of the design and implementation of an ...
Physico-chemical characterization of Rwandan limestone and assessment of its adsorption capacity as alternative solution for wastewater treatment

UMUTONI, Ange (2024-09-10)

The adsorption of heavy metals using materials that are readily available at a low cost is the core of this research. Different studies raveled high quality limestone as an excellent adsorbent for heavy metals in wastewater. ...
Assessment of the selected pesticide residues in cabbage, eggplant and tomato from Rusizi and Nyamasheke districts of western province of Rwanda

NTAMUTURANYI, Jean Bosco (2023-07)

Using pesticides in agriculture is an alternative taken for increasing crops production. However, the continuous use of these chemicals generates negative effects to the living health specifically to farmers and crop ...
Assessment of pesticide residues in honey from Kayonza district-Rwanda

BAMURANGE, Olivier (2024-08-03)

Choosing a particular wastewater treatment method should take into account both the environment and the economy in addition to its effectiveness to prevent two crucial ecological issues that affect the entire world. One ...
Removal of phenol and 4-chlorophenol from synthetic wastewater by using mango husks adsorbents

MUKASHYAKA, Yvette (2024-09)

This study investigated the efficiency of powdered, carbonized, and activated mango husks in removing environmental organic pollutants, especially phenol, and 4-chlorophenol from synthetic wastewater. Both powdered mango ...
Magnetic charcoal as an adsorbent for the removal of methylene blue from water

UWIRAGIYE, Marie Goreth (2024-09-09)

Choosing a particular wastewater treatment method should take into account both the environment and the economy in addition to its effectiveness to prevent two crucial ecological issues that affect the entire world. One ...
Evaluating the impacts of Rusumo waterfall on Fish communities of Akagera River, Kirehe district Rwanda

NSHIMIYUMUREMYI, Theodore (2024-10-17)

The aquatic biodiversity performs several critical roles in ecosystem functioning through their numerical abundance, taxonomic diversity, and trophic significance. This study aimed to evaluate the impacts of Rusumo Waterfall ...
Designing and prototyping of a smart non-invasive device for malaria detection

BAGABO, Iryivuze Venuste (2024-10-11)

Millions of people worldwide suffer from malaria, an infectious disease spread by mosquitoes. Early identification and treatment are crucial to stop its spread and reduce mortality. Traditional diagnostic techniques, such ...

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