Prof. John Baptist Kirabira Mukasa, PhD

Areas of Research Interest: Materials Science and Engineering, Energy Systems and Management, Nanotechnology, Advanced Materials, Product Design and Development, Extractive Metallurgy

As a Ugandan citizen and a seasoned Mechanical Engineer, I bring to the table an extensive background in materials science and engineering, nanotechnology, and energy systems. With over 28 years of practical, training, research, and consultancy experience since graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 1995, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to excellence in the field.

My academic journey includes obtaining a PhD and Licentiate degrees in Materials Science and Engineering from the prestigious Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2005 and 2003, respectively. Additionally, I earned a Master’s of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda, in 2000, building upon my initial Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the same institution.

Currently serving as a Professor and Chair/Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology, Makerere University, I am dedicated to fostering academic growth and innovation. My role extends beyond academia, as I actively engage in research and consultancy, focusing on materials science and engineering, nanotechnology, energy systems, product design and development, testing, metrology, feasibility studies, business management, safety, work safety-related issues, incinerators, and hospital waste management.

Throughout my career, I have contributed significantly to the academic landscape with a multitude of internationally published scientific articles. I have also played a pivotal role in mentoring and supervising graduate students, guiding them to successful completion while continuing to mentor those currently pursuing their degrees.

As a professional registered /chartered engineer with the Engineer’s Registration Board (ERB) and a corporate member of the Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers (UIPE) in good standing, I uphold the highest standards of professional practice. My diverse skill set and commitment to advancing the frontiers of knowledge make me a valuable asset in the realms of academia, research, and consultancy, shaping the future of Mechanical Engineering in Uganda and beyond

My specialties are in Materials Science and Engineering, Nanotechnology, Product Design and development, Industrial Engineering and Management and Project Management. I also do supervision/instruction of students’ industrial training and research works.

I have been involved in a number of research projects within Makerere and other institutions, a visiting researcher at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Sweden and School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Dublin City University (DCU), Dublin 9, Ireland.

I am also involved in supervision of student research projects and graduate research. Currently involved in a number of applied research projects:

• Development of Medical Plastics in Uganda
• Evaluation of Nano scale materials as candidate adjuvants and delivery systems for SARS CoV-2 sub-unit vaccine, Funding agency: Presidential Scientific Initiative on Epidemics- Covid-19
• STI-OP, member of the Pathogen value chain and Chair of the Engineering think tank.
• PI of MakRIF Projects since 2019.
• Manufacturing, Product Development and Nanotechnology Project, a Center of Excellence, funded by the World Bank in Conjunction with IUECA, ACEII Project. I am the Principal Investigator and Center Leader. The research agenda is in Materials Science & Product Development/Innovations, Nanotechnology innovations and Nano-medicine.
• Director, Centre for Technology Design and Development (CTDD) at the College of Engineering, Art, Design and Technology, Makerere University.
• Improvement of product quality and energy conservation in metal industries in Uganda.
• Appointed Adjunct Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Eldoret, Kenya.
• Improving of processing and mining of Lake Katwe salt deposit located in Kasese Western Uganda.
• Development of alternative pulp material from grass and leaves.
• Mechanical floor tiles developed from locally available ceramic raw materials.
• Quality of steel products manufactured from scrap from the Ugandan industries.
• I have been involved with the Sida-Makerere University Research Collaboration Program since its inception in 2001, first as a graduate student and now as a senior researcher and student supervisor. I have been a team member in developing of the applications for Phase II and III, and currently also involved in the development of the application for Phase IV.

• Energy Efficiency in Buildings, Energy Efficiency and Electric Mobility conference 2023, during the Energy week., 14 – 15 December, 2023, hosted by the Ministry of Energy and Minerals Development, at Munyonyo Speke Resort, Kampala Uganda
• US Africa Nanotechnology Forum and Special Journal Issue on “Nanotechnology Convergence in Africa” hosted by University of South Africa in Johannesburg, South Africa, November 2019, paper presented “Isolation and characterization of chitosan from Ugandan edible mushrooms, Nile perch scales and banana weevils for biomedical applications.”

1. B. Kirabira, J.K. Byaruhanga and A.G. Kerali, (2007). Development and Application of Construction Materials in Uganda. pp 169 – 200. Contributed a chapter on Ceramics and Refractories in this book (ISBN 978-9970-02-681-4), Fountain Publishers, Kampala-Uganda.
2. Musinguzi, M., Bagampadde, U., Kirabira, B., Alinaitwe, H. M., Mukiibi, S., Naggenda, A. (2007). How to get a quality PhD at the Faculty of Technology Makerere University: A Handbook for Research Studies. ISBN 9970-812-05-8 © Faculty of Technology (2007).
3. Kirabira, J.B., (2005). Properties of Ugandan minerals and fireclay refractories, PhD thesis, ISBN 91-7178-083-1.
4. Kirabira, J.B. (2003). Characterization of Ugandan raw-minerals for firebricks-before and after sintering, ISBN 91-7283-645-8.
5. John Baptist Kirabira, Stefan Jonsson, and Joseph Kadoma Byaruhanga (2003) State of the Art Paper on Development and Manufacture of Firebrick Refractories from Locally Available Alumina-rich clays in Uganda. ISRN KTH/MSE—03/71—SE+MEK/TR

1. Henry Fenekansi Kiwumulo, Haruna Muwonge, Charles Ibingira, Michael Lubwama, John Baptist Kirabira, and Robert Tamale Ssekitoleko, 2023, A di-electrophoretic simulation procedure of iron-oxide micro-particle drug attachment system for leukemia treatment using COMSOL software: a potential treatment reference for LMICs. Brief Research Report, Front. Med. Technol., 12 October 2023 Sec. Medtech Data Analytics, Volume 5 – 2023: Mathematical Approaches in Advancing Medical Science, Physical Fitness, and Clinical Sciences https://doi.org/10.3389/fmedt.2023.1250964
2.  Kaconco James, Betty Nabuuma, Jude Thaddeo Mugarura, John Baptist Kirabira. 2023. Blood bank programs and transfusion sustainability. A serial mediating model, Evaluation and Program Planning 101 (2023) 102365, www.elsevier.com/locate/evalprogplan, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2023.102365
3. Catherine Namuga, Moses Ocan, Alison A. Kinengyere, Ssenono Richard, Eve Namisango, Haruna Muwonge, John Baptist Kirabira, Mugisha Lawrence, and Ekwaro A. Obuku. 2023. Eicacy of nano encapsulated herbal extracts in the treatment of induced wounds in animal models: a systematic review protocol. BMC, Systematic Reviews, (2023) 12:215. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-023-02370-7
4. Andrew Kasumba Buyondo, Hillary Kasedde, John Baptist Kirabira, Ocident Bongomin. 2024, Characterization and treatment effects on Mutaka kaolin for additive in coatings: Mineral composition, thermal and structural modifications. Heliyon 10 (2024) e24238, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24238, www.cell.com/heliyon
5. James Kaconco, Betty Nabuuma, Jude Thaddeo Mugarura, John Baptist Kirabira, 2023, Investigating relationship of master production scheduling on blood transfusion sustainability in Uganda. Social Sciences & Humanities Open, Volume 8, Issue 1, 2023, 100514. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssaho.2023.100514

6. Edmund Tumusiime, John Baptist Kirabira, Wilson Babu Musinguzi. 2023, An integrated energy recovery system for productive biogas applications: Continuous mode operation and assessment. Energy Reports, Volume 9, December 2023, Pages 4532-4546, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2023.03.097
7. IsmailKimuli, Gary Goldstein, Michael Lubwama, John B. Kirabira, Adam Sebbit, 2023, Energy scenarios for Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area towards a sustainable 2050: A TIMES-VEDA analysis. Smart Energy, Volume 10, May 2023, 100099. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.segy.2023.100099
8. Timothy Tibesigwa, Brian Iezzi, Tae Hwan Lim, John B. Kirabira, Peter W. Olupot, 2023, Life cycle assessment of biodiesel production from selected second-generation feedstocks, Cleaner Engineering and Technology, Volume 13, April 2023, 100614. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clet.2023.100614
9. Hillary Kasedde, Aidah Namagambe, Joseph Ddumba Lwanyaga, John Baptist Kirabira, Denis Okumu, Numerical modelling of a solar salt pan for improved salt production at Lake Katwe, Uganda. 2023. Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, Volume 42, February 2023, 102592, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2022.102592
10. Kimuli Ismail, Michael Lubwama, John BaptistKirabira, Adam Sebbit, 2023, Development of a sustainable low-carbon footprint for the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area: The efficacy of a TIMES/CGE hybrid framework. Energy Reports, Volume 9, December 2023, Pages 19-36, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2022.11.144
11. Kasumba A. Buyondo, Hillary Kasedde, John B. Kirabira, 2022, A comprehensive review on kaolin as pigment for paint and coating: Recent trends of chemical-based paints, their environmental impacts and regulation. Case Studies in Chemical and Environmental Engineering 6 (2022) 100244, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cscee.2022.100244
12. Banafamu Andrew, Kasumba Andrew Buyondo, Hillary Kasedde, John B. Kirabira, Peter Wilberforce Olupot, Abdulfatah Abdu Yusuf, (2022) Investigation on the use of reclaimed asphalt pavement along with steel fibers in concrete. Case Studies in Construction Materials, 17 (2022) e01356, elsevier.com/locate/cscm, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2022.e01356
13. Kenneth Ssekatawa, Denis K. Byarugaba, Martin Kamilo Angwe, Eddie M. Wampande, Francis Ejobi, Edward Nxumalo, Malik Maaza, Juliet Sackey and John Baptist Kirabira (2022). Phyto-Mediated Copper Oxide Nanoparticles for Antibacterial, Antioxidant and Photocatalytic Performances, Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Biogenic Copper-Nanoparticles for Biomedical Application doi:10.3389/fbioe.2022.820218 frontiersin.org
14. Isaac Ogwang, Hillary Kasedde, Betty Nabuuma, John Baptist Kirabira, & Joseph Ddurnba Lwanyaga (2021) Characterization of Biogas Digestate for Solid Biofuel Production in Uganda. Scientific African 12 (2021) e00735 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2021.e00735
15. Timothy Tibesigwa, Peter Wilberforce Olupot and John Baptist Kirabira, 2021. The critical techno-economic aspects for production of B10 biodiesel from second generation feedstocks: a review. International Journal of Sustainable Energy, Taylor & Francis, https://doi.org/10.1080/14786451.2021.1976181
16. Kayiwa, H. Kasedde, M. Lubwama and J.B. Kirabira. (2021) Mesoporous activated carbon yielded from pre-leached cassava peels. Bioresour. Bioprocess (2021) 8:53 https://doi.org/10.1186/s40643-021-00407-0
17. Kayiwa, H. Kasedde, M. Lubwama, J.B. Kirabira (2021) Characterization and pre-leaching effect on the peels of predominant cassava varieties in Uganda for production of activated carbon. Current Research in Green and Sustainable Chemistry 4 (2021) 100083, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.crgsc.2021.100083
18. Kenneth Ssekatawa, Denis K. Byarugaba, Eddie M. Wampande, Tlou N. Moja, Edward Nxumalo, Malik Maaza, Juliet Sackey, Francis Ejobi & John Baptist Kirabira (2021) Isolation and characterization of chitosan from Ugandan edible mushrooms, Nile perch scales and banana weevils for biomedical applications. Scientific Reports (2021) 11:4116 org/10.1038/s41598-021-81880-7 www.nature.com/scientificreports
19. Joseph Ddumba Lwanyaga, Hillary Kasedde, John Baptist Kirabira, Alan Shemi, Sehliselo Ndlovu (2021) Process Design and Economic Evaluation for the Recovery of Halite and Co-products from Lake Katwe Brine. Process Integration and Optimization for Sustainability, Springer Nature, https://doi.org/10.1007/s41660-020-00153-4
20. Kasumba, A. Buyondo, Peter W. Olupot, John B. Kirabira, Abdulfatah A.Yusuf (2020) Optimization of production parameters for rice husk ash-based geopolymer cement using response surface methodology. Case Studies in Construction Materials 13 (2020) e00461, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2020.e00461
21. Edmund Tumusiime, John B. Kirabira, Wilson B. Musinguzi, 2020, Performance evaluation of cellulose fiber’s effectiveness as a thermal insulation material for productive biogas systems, Energy Reports Volume 6, November 2020, Pages 3390-3398, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2020.12.014
22. Kenneth Ssekatawa, Dennis K. Byarugaba, Charles D. Kato, Francis Ejobi, Robert Tweyongyere, Michael Lubwama, John Baptist Kirabira, Eddie M. Wampande. (2020) Nanotechnological solutions for controlling transmission and emergence of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria, future prospects, and challenges: a systematic review. J Nanopart Res (2020) 22:117 https://doi.org/10.1007/s11051-020-04817-7, ©Springer Nature B.V. 2020
23. Vipul Sharma, Vipul Sharma, M.S. Goyat, Amrita Hooda, Jitendra K. Pandey, Adesh Kumar, Rajeev Gupta, Avani Kumar Upadhyay, Rajiv Prakash, John Baptist Kirabira, P. Mandal, Prashant Kumar Bhargav, 2020, Recent progress in nano-oxides and CNTs based corrosion resistant superhydrophobic coatings: A critical review. Progress in Organic Coatings 140 (2020) 105512, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.porgcoat.2019.105512
24. Fildah Ayaa, Cheng Chen, John Baptist Kirabira, Xi Jiang (2019) Predicting the Thermal Properties of Cellulose Nanocrystal Using Molecular Dynamics. International Conference on Applied Energy 2019 Aug 12-15, 2019, Västerås, Sweden
25. Lwanyaga J.D., Kasedde H., Kirabira J.B. (2019) Phase Diagram Modeling of a Multicomponent Aqueous Solution of Katwe Salt Lake, Uganda. 16th International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology, Rhodes, Greece, 4 to 7 September 2019, Published in CEST, 2019.
26. Edmund Tumusiime, John Baptist Kirabira, and Wilson B. Musinguzi. Long-life performance of biogas systems for productive applications: The role of R&D and policy. Energy Reports 5 (2019) 579–583, Elsevier, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2019.05.002
27. Lwanyaga, J.D., Kasedde, H., Kirabira, J.B., Mineral Precipitation Sequence During Evaporation of Lake Katwe Brine. – In: Wolkersdorfer, Ch., Khayrulina, E.; Polyakova, S.; and Bogush, A. (Editors) Ch.: Extracting of Value Elements of Mine Water and Tailings; Perm, Russia, July 15 – 19, 2019, International Mine Water Association Conference. (Perm Federal Research Center of the Ural Branch of RAS) ISBN 978-5-91252-145-4.
28. Nturanabo, F., Masu, L., & Kirabira, J.B. (2019). Novel Applications of Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites. Materials Science, Aluminum Alloys and Composites, DOI:10.5772/intechopen.86225
29. Lwanyaga, J.D., Kasedde, H., Kirabira, J.B., Effect of Temperature on Mineral Precipitation Sequence of Lake Katwe Brine during Evaporation. Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology 33(6): 1-12, 2019; Article no.CJAST.47890. ISSN: 2457-1024 (Past name: British Journal of Applied Science & Technology) doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2019/v33i630104
30. Lwanyaga J.D., Kasedde, H., Kirabira, J.B. 2018. Thermodynamic modeling of Lake Katwe brine for industrial salt production. Int. J. Sci. Technol. Res. 2018;7(11)31-37. IJSTR©2018 ijstr.org
31. Kirabira, J.B., Kasedde, H., Lwanyaga, J.D. 2017. Optimization Of Process Parameters in The Batch Crystallization of Sodium Chloride from Brine by The Taguchi Method. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research Volume 6, Issue 08, AUGUST 2017 ISSN 2277-8616 IJSTR©2017 ijstr.org. Corpus ID: 212513466
32. Kirabira, J.B., Ssembatya, M., Ayor, A. 2017. Materials Selection and Fabrication Practices For Food Processing Equipment Manufacturers In Uganda. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research Volume 6, Issue 08, AUGUST 2017 ISSN 2277-8616 IJSTR©2017 ijstr.org
33. Research Journal of Agriculture and Environmental Management Vol. 5(7), pp. 213-219, Available online at http://www.apexjournal.org ISSN 2315-8719© 2016 Apex Journal International.
34. Kirabira, J.B., Kasedde, H. Bäbler, M.U. and Makumbi, T. (2015). Phase Developments during Natural Evaporation Simulation of Lake Katwe Brine Based on Pitzer’s Model. British Journal of Applied Science & Technology 11(4): 1-7, 2015, Article no. BJAST.20598 ISSN: 2231-0843 SCIENCEDOMAIN international DOI: 9734/BJAST/2015/20598
35. Kirabira, J.B., Nalweyiso, A.S., and Makumbi, T. (2014). Estimating Energy Conservation Potential of Local Metal Casting Units in Uganda Using Data Envelopment Analysis. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research Volume 4, Issue 05, May 2015 ISSN 2277-8616. http://www.ijstr.org/research-paper-publishing.php
36. Kirabira, J.B., Nalweyiso, A.S., and Makumbi, T. (2014). Energy Management Practices in Ugandan SME Foundries. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research Volume 3, Issue 4, April 2014, ISSN 2277-8616, http://www.ijstr.org/research-paper-publishing.php. Corpus ID: 15109898
37. Hillary Kasedde, John Baptist Kirabira, Matthäus U. Bäbler, Anders Tilliander, Stefan Jonsson. (2014). Characterization of brines and evaporites of Lake Katwe, Uganda. Journal of African Earth Science, Elsevier Science (91) 55-61 elsevier.com/locate/jafrearsci. doi.org/10.1016/j.jafrearsci.2013.12.004
38. Lubwama, M., Corcoran, B., Kirabira, J.B., Sebbit, A., and Sayers, K. (2015). Improving reliability and functional sustainability of groundwater handpumps by coating the rubber piston seals with diamond-like carbon. pp 125 – 137. Fagan, G.H., Linnane, S., Mcguigan, K.G. and Rugumayo, A.I. Water is Life- Progress to secure safe water provision in rural Uganda. Practical Action Publishing Ltd. The Schumacher Centre, Bourton on Dunsmore, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV23 9QZ, UK. http://www.developmentbookshelf.com/doi/book/10.3362/9781780448893
39. Christopher Senfuka, John Baptist Kirabira, and Joseph Byaruhanga. (2015) Effect of TMT Bar Lugging on Steel Reinforcement Failure Mode under Monotonic Loading. 5(3): 8 – 14. Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology ISSN: 2231-1793 (online), ISSN: 2347-9965(print); https://www.academia.edu/17734487/ stmjournals.com
40. Makumbi, T., Kirabira, J.B., Sebbit, A. and Björn, P. (2015). Investigating the Opportunities for Environmentally Benign Options in the Refrigeration Industry of Uganda. British Journal of Applied Science & Technology, 10(1): 1-24, 2015, Article no. BJAST.18033, ISSN: 2231-0843. DOI: 9734/BJAST/2015/18033 www.sciencedomain.org
41. Kamoga Omar Lwako M., Kirabira John Baptist, Byaruhanga Joseph K. (2013). Characterization of Ugandan Selected Grasses and Tree Leaves for Pulp Extraction for Paper Industry. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research Volume 2, Issue 9, September 2013. http://www.ijstr.org/research-paper-publishing.php?month=sep2013.
42. Kasedde, Hillary; Bäbler, Matthäus; Kirabira, John Baptist; Tilliander, Anders; Jonsson, Stefan (2013): Mineral recovery from Lake Katwe brines using isothermal evaporation. – In: Brown, A.; Figueroa, L. & Wolkersdorfer, Ch.: Reliable Mine Water Technology (Vol II). – p. 855 – 861; Denver, Colorado, USA (Publication Printers) ISBN 978-0-615-79385-6.
43. Makumbi, T., Kucel, S.B., Kirabira, J.B., and Sebbit, A. (2015). Design of a sustainable Energy System for an Eco-Village: A Case Study of Bulindo Village. Journal of Scientific Research & Reports, 5(4): 326-343, 2015; Article no. JSRR.2015.100 ISSN: 2320-0227. sciencedomain.org. DOI: 10.9734/JSRR/2015/14239.
44. Kasedde, H., Lwanyaga, J.D., Kirabira, J.B., and Bäbler, m. (2014) Optimization of Solar Energy for salt Extraction from Lake Katwe, Uganda. Global NEST Journal, 16(6), 1152 – 1168. https://doi.org/10.30955/gnj.001367
45. Kasedde, H and Kirabira, J.B. (2015) A Kinetic Study of the Dissolution of Natural Halite from Lake Katwe (Uganda) in Aqueous Solutions. Solution Mining Research Institute Fall 2015 Technical Conference, Santander, Spain, 28 – 29 September 2015
46. K. Byaruhanga, C. Senfuka and J.B. Kirabira. (2015) Development Length in Recycled Steel Bar Reinforcement. International Journal of Engineering, Vol (9), Issue (2): 2015. https://www.cscjournals.org/library/manuscriptinfo.php?mc=IJE-477
47. Kamoga Omar Lwako M., Kirabira John Baptist, Byaruhanga Joseph K. (2014) Identification of the Appropriate Pulping Techniques and Optimization of the Pulping Conditions for the Cymbopogon Nardus and Paspalum Notatum. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research Volume 3, Issue 10, ISSN 2277-8616. http://www.ijstr.org/research-paper-publishing.php
48. John Baptist Kirabira, Hillary Kasedde, Dominic Semukuuttu (2013), Towards The Improvement of Salt Extraction At Lake Katwe, International Journal Of Scientific & Technology Research Volume 2, Issue 1, January 2013 ISSN 2277-8616.
49. Kamoga Omar Lwako M., Kirabira John Baptist, Byaruhanga Joseph K. (2013). Characterization of Ugandan Selected Grasses and Tree Leaves for Pulp Extraction for Paper Industry. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research Volume 2, Issue 9, September 2013. http://www.ijstr.org/research-paper-publishing.php?month=sep2013Byansi, B. Okure, M.A.E. and Kirabira, J.B. 2016. Selection of a Centre of Excellence for Dairy Products Testing using the Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) Technique.
50. Senfuka C., Kirabira J.B., Byaruhanga J.K. (2013). Thermo-Mechanically Treated Bars Made from Recycled Steel in Uganda International Journal of Engineering and Technology Volume 3 No. 2, February, 2013.
51. Senfuka C., Kirabira J.B., Byaruhanga J.K. (2013). The Concrete Reinforcing Value of Recycled Steel Bars in Uganda. IOSR Journal of Engineering (IOSRJEN) e-ISSN: 2250-3021, p-ISSN: 2278-8719 Vol. 3, Issue 1 (Jan. 2013), PP 15-19
52. Kamoga Omar L.M, Byaruhanga J.K., and Kirabira J.B. (2013). A Review on Pulp Manufacture from Non-Wood Plant Materials. International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Applications (IJCEA), Vol 4, No. 3, pp 144 – 148. DOI: 10.7763/IJCEA.2013
53. Lubwama, B. Corcoran, K.V. Rajani, C.S. Wong, J.B. Kirabira, A. Sebbit, K.A. McDonnell, D. Dowling, K. Sayers (2013) Raman analysis of DLC and Si-DLC films deposited on nitrile rubber. Surface & Coatings Technology 232 (2013) 521–527.
54. Senfuka C., Kirabira J.B., Byaruhanga J.K. (2012). Weldability of Recycled Steel Bars in Uganda. International Journal of Engineering and Technology Volume 2 No. 12, December, 2012. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.3568.8809
55. Lubwama, K. A. McDonnell, J.B. Kirabira, A. Sebbit, K. Sayers, D. Dowling, B. Corcoran, Characteristics and Tribological Performance of DLC and Si-DLC Films Deposited on Nitrile Rubber, Surf. Coat. Technol. 206 (2012) 4585-4593. DOI10.1016/j.surfcoat.2012.05.015
56. Lubwama, B. Corcoran, K. Sayers, J.B. Kirabira, A. Sebbit, K. A. McDonnell, D. Dowling, (2012) Adhesion and Composite Micro-hardness of DLC and Si-DLC films Deposited on Nitrile Rubber, Surf. Coat. Technol. 206 4881-4886. doi:10.1016/j.surffcoat.2012.05.079
57. B. Kirabira, S. Jonsson, M. Drotz, M. Karathanasis and B. Norman. (2009) Properties of super-calendered (SC) paper filled with Mutaka kaolin, Uganda. Paper Technology, Vol 50, No.1, Feb 2009, pp 11 – 16.
58. Kirabira, J.B., Jonsson, S. Gunnar, W and Byaruhanga J., (2006). Fireclay refractories from Ugandan refractory clays, Process Metallurgy-Mineral Processing, Steel Research International, 77, pp 531-536 (2006) No. 8. Journal of Iron and Steel Research, International, Copyright © 2006 Central Iron and Steel Research Institute. Published by Elsevier Ltd online journals. ISSN: 1006-706X
59. Kirabira, J.B., Jonsson, S., and Byaruhanga J. Powder Characterization of High Temperature Ceramic Raw Materials in the Lake Victoria Region. Sil. Ind., 70 (9-10), pp 127-134 (2005).
60. Kirabira, J.B., Jonsson, and Byaruhanga J. Production of fireclay refractories from kaolinitic clays of the Lake Victoria region. J. Aust. Ceram. Soc. 40 [2], pp 12—19 (2004).
61. Lubwama, M., Corcoran, B., Kirabira, J.B., Sebbit, A., and Sayers, K. (2015). Improving reliability and functional sustainability of groundwater handpumps by coating the rubber piston seals with diamond-like carbon. pp 125 – 137. Fagan, G.H., Linnane, S., Mcguigan, K.G. and Rugumayo, A.I. Water is Life- Progress to secure safe water provision in rural Uganda. Practical Action Publishing Ltd. The Schumacher Centre, Bourton on Dunsmore, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV23 9QZ, UK. https://books.google.co.ug › books › ISBN=1118951700