As the saying goes, "failure to plan is planning to fail." This statement holds especially true when it comes to achieving success in any field, including academics and careers. Planning is an essential step towards achieving any goal, and having a work plan is crucial in ensuring that you stay on track towards achieving the desired results.

Recently, a team of ten Library Graduate Fellows held a Work Plan Training following this very same proverb. The training aimed to provide the participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to create a work plan. Ms. Fortunate Ainemukama, an expert in Monitoring and…

Busitema University Library has embarked on a year long strategic plan review exercise to assess the quality and value of its services and programs. The review exercise, which began with a two-day planning meeting on Monday, January 22, and ended on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, took place at the E-Learning Center, Engineering Library,  Busitema Campus.

The University Librarian Dr. Fredrick Kiwuwa Lugya opened the event, giving a detailed background of the library's strategic plan implementation, what has been achieved, the challenges…

Importance of Nutrition and Weight Loss in Motor Neuron Disease", is explained in a 21 minute presentation by Dr. Luc Dupuis from the Université de Strasbourg, France, the metabolic component of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is thoroughly explored. Dr. Dupuis highlights that ALS exhibits a significant metabolic aspect, evident in weight loss and impaired energy…

In a (35) thirty-five-minute lecture delivered by Dr. Luc Dupuis elucidates on the implications of FUS mutations in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), emphasizing the autosomal dominant nature and rapid progression, particularly in juvenile cases. The discussion focuses on the clustering of mutations in the C-terminal NLS part of FUS, leading to impaired nuclear import. The Dormann & Haass working model is…

The title "Neurotransmitter Receptor Auxiliary Subunits", is presented in a 38 minute lecture by Dr. Javier Diaz Alonso from the University of California, Irvine, various key topics in the field of synaptic transmission and receptor modulation are discussed. The lecture gives insight into the intricate mechanisms of synapses, exploring concepts such as long-term potentiation and…

This captivating lecture about  Macroevolution with Prof. Luke Harmon's enlightening lecture titled "Trends in Macroevolution." In this 28-minute multimedia presentation, hosted by HSTalks in The Biomedical & Life Sciences Collection, It explores the dynamic world of macroevolution, unveiling intriguing facets of Earth's biological history. The lecture digs into the rapid evolution witnessed in the Galapagos finches, where tanagers underwent a remarkable transformation, including…

Analyzing the medical relevance of skin care trends, Prof. Zoe Draelo Duke University, USA

Discover the latest trends in skincare and nutrition with a captivating 30-minute multimedia lecture by Prof. Zoe Draelos from Duke University, USA, available through Busitema University Library.…

In this 24-minutes lecture Professor Helen Nicholson from the University of Otago, New Zealand presents a comprehensive journey through the history of anatomy. Beginning with ancient Greece and the influential figure of Galen in the 2nd century CE, the lecture navigates through the Middle Ages, Middle East, and Asia, highlighting key…

Explore a range of topics in the field of Biomedical and life sciences with the latest releases from HSTalks, now available at Busitema University Library. Various topics such as: History and practice of anatomy, including innovative imaging techniques, courtesy of…

We are excited to announce that, as a result of our cherished partnership with the Human Genome Organization (HUGO), Busitema University's free access to The Biomedical & Life Sciences Collection will automatically renew for 2024. This renewal ensures that a large number of resources covering a wide range of biomedical and life sciences-related topics will remain freely…