Botswana International University of Science & Technology

Research output

Research output per year 1970 2021

• 48886 Citations
• 84 h-Index
• 2643 Article
• 423 Conference contribution
• 229 Paper
• 112 Conference article
• 369 More
  • 89 Review article
  • 81 Chapter
  • 35 Chapter (peer-reviewed)
  • 33 Book
  • 33 Other contribution
  • 25 Comment/debate
  • 20 Editorial
  • 15 Commissioned report
  • 14 Letter
  • 14 Patent
  • 3 Foreword/postscript
  • 2 Other report
  • 2 Other
  • 2 Short survey
  • 1 Scholarly edition

Research output per year

Research output per year

Search results

• 2021

  A review on drones controlled in real-time

  Kangunde, V., Jamisola, R. S. & Theophilus, E. K., Jan 5 2021, In: International Journal of Dynamics and Control. 15 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Drones
  • Real-time
  • Review
  • Flight Control System
  • Military mapping

• Co-pyrolysis of polymer waste and carbon-based matter as an alternative for waste management in the developing world

  Phakedi, D., Ude, A. U. & Oladijo, P. O., May 2021, In: Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis. 155, 8 p., 105077.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Waste management
  • Carbon
  • Pyrolysis
  • Polymers
  • Waste disposal

• How soon does modern contraceptive use starts after sexual debut in Africa? Survival analysis of timing and associated factors among never-in-union women

  Fagbamigbe, A. F., Mar 2021, In: Scientific African. 11, e00719.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Ivory Coast
  • Mozambique
  • Nigeria
  • confidence
  • radio

• Influence of coal properties on coal conversion processes-coal carbonization, carbon fiber production, gasification and liquefaction technologies: a review

  Keboletse, K. P., Ntuli, F. & Oladijo, O. P., Feb 8 2021, In: International Journal of Coal Science and Technology.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Coal carbonization
  • carbon fiber
  • Liquefaction
  • gasification
  • Gasification

• Overview of oriental fruit fly, Bactrocera dorsalis (Hendel) (Diptera: Tephritidae) in Africa: From invasion, bio-ecology to sustainable management

  Mutamiswa, R., Nyamukondiwa, C., Chikowore, G. & Chidawanyika, F., Mar 2021, In: Crop Protection. 141, 105492.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Bactrocera dorsalis
  • Tephritidae
  • colonizing ability
  • ecology
  • vegetables
  1 Citation (Scopus)

• Techniques for Modelling and Optimizing the Mechanical Properties of Natural Fiber Composites: A Review

  Mulenga, T. K., Ude, A. & Chinnasamy, V., Jan 14 2021, In: Fibers. 9, 1, 17 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Natural fibers
  • Mechanical properties
  • Composite materials
  • Synthetic fibers
  • Fiber reinforced materials

• Wide Area Monitoring, Protection and Control Application in Islanding Detection for Grid Integrated Distributed Generation: A Review

  Tshenyego, O., Ravi, S. & Mtengi, B., Apr 15 2021, In: Measurement and Control. p. 1-33 33 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Distributed Generation
  • Monitoring
  • Distributed power generation
  • Electric power systems
  • grids
• 2020

  Advances in Nanoscale Study of Organomineral Complexes of Termite Mounds and Associated Soils: A Systematic Review

  Eze, P. N., Kokwe, A. & Eze, J. U., 2020, In: Applied and Environmental Soil Science. 2020, 9 p., 8087273.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • organomineral complexes
  • termite mounds
  • systematic review
  • termite
  • soil

• An overview of key technologies in physical layer security

  Sanenga, A., Mapunda, G. A., Jacob, T. M. L., Marata, L., Basutli, B. & Chuma, J. M., Nov 2020, In: Entropy. 22, 11, p. 1-34 34 p., 1261.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Radio transmission
  • Jamming
  • Wireless Communication
  • Wireless Networks
  • Communication
  1 Citation (Scopus)

• A review on Botswana coal potential from a pyrolysis and gasification perspective

  Makoba, M., Botha, D. E., Rapoo, M. T., Szabó, L. Z., Shomana, T., Agachi, P. Ș. & Muzenda, E., 2020, In: Periodica Polytechnica Chemical Engineering. 65, 1, p. 80-96 17 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Coal
  • Gasification
  • Pyrolysis
  • Raman spectroscopy
  • Bituminous coal

• A review on control and maneuvering of cooperative fixed-wing drones

  Elijah, T., Jamisola, R. S., Tjiparuro, Z. & Namoshe, M., 2020, (Accepted/In press) In: International Journal of Dynamics and Control.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Drones
  • Fixed wings
  • Rotor
  • Review
  • Tail

• Biomass torrefaction as an emerging technology to aid in energy production

  Mamvura, T. A. & Danha, G., Mar 2020, In: Heliyon. 6, 3, e03531.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • energy production
  • aid
  • biomass
  • coal
  • gasification
  20 Citations (Scopus)

• Cellular Communications Coverage Prediction Techniques: A Survey and Comparison

  Erunkulu, O. O., Zungeru, A. M., Lebekwe, C. K. & Chuma, J. M., 2020, In: IEEE Access. 8, p. 113052-113077 26 p., 9119431.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Cellular radio systems
  • Wireless networks
  • Planning
  • Quality of service
  3 Citations (Scopus)

• Challenges of plastic waste generation and management in sub-Saharan Africa: A review

  Ayeleru, O. O., Dlova, S., Akinribide, O. J., Ntuli, F., Kupolati, W. K., Marina, P. F., Blencowe, A. & Olubambi, P. A., Jun 1 2020, In: Waste Management. 110, p. 24-42 19 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • plastic waste
  • Africa
  • waste management
  • plastic
  • public opinion
  8 Citations (Scopus)

• Concise review on the mechanical characteristics of hybrid natural fibres with filler content

  Mulenga, T. K., Ude, A. & Chinnasamy, V., Oct 16 2020, In: AIMS Materials Science. 7, 5, p. 650-664 15 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Natural fibers
  • Fillers
  • Cellulose
  • Composite materials
  • Fibers
  2 Citations (Scopus)

• Development trajectory of the attainable region optimization method: Trends and opportunities for applications in the waste-to-energy field

  Charis, G., Danha, G., Muzenda, E. & Glasser, D., Apr 2020, In: South African Journal of Chemical Engineering. 32, p. 13-26 14 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Trajectories
  • energy
  • Feedstocks
  • trend
  • Chemical reactions

• Distribution and genetic variability of sapoviruses in Africa

  Makhaola, K., Moyo, S. & Kebaabetswe, L. P., May 2020, In: Viruses. 12, 5, 19 p., 490.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Sapovirus
  • Animals
  • Genotype
  • Rotavirus Vaccines
  • Confidence Intervals
  2 Citations (Scopus)

• Enhancing adsorption capacity of nano-adsorbents via surface modification: A review

  Manyangadze, M., Chikuruwo, N. H. M., Narsaiah, T. B., Chakra, C. S., Radhakumari, M. & Danha, G., Jan 2020, In: South African Journal of Chemical Engineering. 31, p. 25-32 8 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Adsorbents
  • Surface treatment
  • Adsorption
  • Nanoparticles
  • Silica nanoparticles
  20 Citations (Scopus)

• Environmental Impact of Food Packaging Materials: A Review of Contemporary Development from Conventional Plastics to Polylactic Acid Based Materials

  Ncube, L., Ude, A., Ogunmuyiwa, E. N., Zulkifli, R. & Beas, I. N., Nov 6 2020, In: Materials. 24 p., 4994.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Packaging materials
  • poly(lactide)
  • food
  • packaging
  • Environmental impact

• Generalized synchronization of regulate seizures dynamics in partial epilepsy with fractional-order derivatives

  Tene, A. G., Tchoffo, M., Tabi, B. C. & Kofane, T. C., Mar 2020, In: Chaos, Solitons and Fractals. 132, 109553.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Epilepsy
  • Generalized Synchronization
  • epilepsy
  • seizures
  • Fractional Order
  1 Citation (Scopus)

• Indoor Visible Light Communication: A Tutorial and Survey

  Mapunda, G. A., Ramogomana, R., Marata, L., Basutli, B., Khan, A. S. & Chuma, J. M., 2020, In: Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing. 2020, 46 p., 8881305.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Visible light communication
  • Light emitting diodes
  • Lighting
  • Incandescent lamps
  • Solid state devices
  1 Citation (Scopus)

• Influence of phase composition and microstructure on corrosion behavior of laser based Ti–Co–Ni ternary coatings on Ti–6Al–4V alloy

  Adesina, O. S., Obadele, B. A., Farotade, G. A., Isadare, D. A., Adediran, A. A. & Ikubanni, P. P., Jun 25 2020, In: Journal of Alloys and Compounds. 827, 154245.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • titanium alloy (TiAl6V4)
  • Phase composition
  • Lasers
  • Corrosion
  • Coatings
  4 Citations (Scopus)

• Integrated and consolidated review of plastic waste management and bio-based biodegradable plastics: Challenges and opportunities

  Mazhandu, Z. S., Muzenda, E., Mamvura, T. A., Belaid, M. & Nhubu, T., Oct 2 2020, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 12, 20, p. 1-57 57 p., 8360.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • plastic waste
  • Waste management
  • waste management
  • plastic
  • Plastics
  1 Citation (Scopus)

• Plant-made HIV vaccines and potential candidates

  Trémouillaux-Guiller, J., Moustafa, K., Hefferon, K., Gaobotse, G. & Abdullah, M., 2020, In: Current Opinion in Biotechnology. 61, p. 209-216

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Vaccines
  • AIDS Vaccines
  • Epitopes
  • Recombinant proteins
  • Capsid Proteins
  4 Citations (Scopus)

• Systematic literature survey: Applications of LoRa communication

  Kolobe, L., Sigweni, B. & Lebekwe, C. K., Jan 1 2020, In: International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering. 10, 3, p. 3176-3183 8 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Communication
  • Forward error correction
  • Wide area networks
  • Energy efficiency
  • Wireless sensor networks
  4 Citations (Scopus)

• Transition Metal Complexes with HIV/AIDS Inhibitory Properties

  Nareetsile, F., Matshwele, J., Ndlovu, S. & Ngaski, M., May 1 2020, In: Chemical Review and Letters. p. 140-160 21 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Coordination Complexes
  • Transition metals
  • Viruses
  • Ruthenium
  • Vanadium

• Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) on the “offensive” in Africa: Prospects for integrated management initiatives

  Tarusikirwa, V. L., Machekano, H., Mutamiswa, R., Chidawanyika, F. & Nyamukondiwa, C., Nov 2020, In: Insects. 11, 11, p. 1-33 33 p., 764.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Tuta absoluta
  • Gelechiidae
  • Lepidoptera
  • digital libraries
  • ecological economics
• 2019

  A Comprehensive Approach to Speciation of Lead and Its Contamination of Firing Range Soils: A Review

  Dinake, P., Kelebemang, R. & Sehube, N., May 19 2019, In: Soil and Sediment Contamination. 28, 4, p. 431-459 29 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • lead contamination
  • Soil
  • firing
  • Contamination
  • shooting range
  6 Citations (Scopus)

• A generalized contraction proximal point algorithm with two monotone operators

  Boikanyo, O. A. & Makgoeng, S., Oct 8 2019, In: Quaestiones Mathematicae. 42, 8, p. 1065-1078 14 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Generalized Contraction
  • Proximal Point Algorithm
  • Monotone Operator
  • Alternate
  • Resolvent

• A review of the application of gis in biomass and solid waste supply chain optimization: Gaps and opportunities for developing nations

  Charis, G., Danha, G. & Muzenda, E., Jun 2019, In: Detritus. 6, June, p. 96-106 11 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Solid wastes
  • Supply chains
  • solid waste
  • Biomass
  • biomass
  1 Citation (Scopus)

• Communication protocols for wireless sensor networks: A survey and comparison

  Ketshabetswe, L. K., Zungeru, A. M., Mangwala, M., Chuma, J. M. & Sigweni, B., May 1 2019, In: Heliyon. 5, 5, e01591.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Routing protocols
  • Wireless sensor networks
  • Network protocols
  • Sensor nodes
  • Energy conservation
  34 Citations (Scopus)

• Conceptual Design Framework for Setting Up Aluminum Alloy Powder Production System for Selective Laser Melting (SLM) Process

  Matsagopane, G., Olakanmi, E. O., Botes, A. & Kutua, S., 2019, (Accepted/In press) In: JOM. 71, 5, p. 1840-1857 18 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Selective laser melting
  • Conceptual design
  • Powders
  • Aluminum alloys
  • Aluminum

• Evolution of an Archaean intracratonic basin: A review of the Transvaal Supergroup lithostratigraphy in Botswana

  Franchi, F. & Mapeo, R. B. M., Apr 2019, In: Earth-Science Reviews. 191, p. 273-290 18 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • intracratonic basin
  • lithostratigraphy
  • Archean
  • basin
  • Southern Africa
  6 Citations (Scopus)

• Overview of thin film deposition techniques

  Abegunde, O. O., Akinlabi, E. T., Oladijo, O. P., Akinlabi, S. & Ude, A. U., Mar 13 2019, In: AIMS Materials Science. 6, 2, p. 174-199 26 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Thin films
  • Coatings
  • Surface properties
  • Physical vapor deposition
  • Chemical vapor deposition
  29 Citations (Scopus)

• The influence of titanium addition on wettability of high-chromium white cast iron-matrix composites

  Madzivhandila, T., Bhero, S. & Varachia, F., May 1 2019, In: Journal of Composite Materials. 53, 11, p. 1567-1576 10 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Chromium
  • Cast iron
  • Titanium
  • Wetting
  • Alumina
  4 Citations (Scopus)
• 2018

  Advances in surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy for analysis of pharmaceuticals: A review

  Alula, M. T., Mengesha, Z. T. & Mwenesongole, E., Sep 2018, In: Vibrational Spectroscopy. 98, p. 50-63 14 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Raman spectroscopy
  • Raman scattering
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations
  • Spectrometers
  • Lasers
  30 Citations (Scopus)

• Analysis of the biogas productivity from dry anaerobic digestion of organic fraction of municipal solid waste

  Matheri, A. N., Sethunya, V. L., Belaid, M. & Muzenda, E., Jan 1 2018, In: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. 81, p. 2328-2334 7 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Manures
  • Anaerobic digestion
  • Municipal solid waste
  • Biogas
  • Methane
  12 Citations (Scopus)

• Cloud based 3D printing business modeling in the digital economy

  Gwangwava, N., Ude, A. U., Ogunmuyiwa, E. & Addo-Tenkorang, R., Jul 1 2018, In: International Journal of E-Entrepreneurship and Innovation. 8, 2, p. 25-43 19 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Business Modeling
  • Digital Economy
  • Printing
  • manufacturing
  • 3D printers
  2 Citations (Scopus)

• Social communities of design and makers and their impact on learning

  Gwangwava, N., Ude, A. U., Ogunmuyiwa, E. N. & Addo-Tenkorang, R., Jan 1 2018, In: International Journal of E-Entrepreneurship and Innovation. 8, 1, p. 42-61 20 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • hacker
  • scientific discipline
  • Cloud computing
  • social media
  • learning

• Stem Cell Research in Africa: Legislation and Challenges

  Gaobotse, G., 2018, In: Journal of Regenerative Medicine. 7, 1

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • laws and regulations
  • stem cells
  • embryo (animal)
  • embryonic stem cells
  • funding
• 2017

  Diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella (L.) in Southern Africa: Research trends, challenges and insights on sustainable management options

  Machekano, H., Mvumi, B. M. & Nyamukondiwa, C., Jan 1 2017, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 9, 2, 91.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • moth
  • integrated pest management
  • pest
  • Southern Africa
  • sustainable management
  11 Citations (Scopus)

• Dominance of spotted stemborer Chilo partellus Swinhoe (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) over indigenous stemborer species in Africa's changing climates: ecological and thermal biology perspectives

  Mutamiswa, R., Chidawanyika, F. & Nyamukondiwa, C., Nov 1 2017, In: Agricultural and Forest Entomology. 19, 4, p. 344-356 13 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Chilo partellus
  • Crambidae
  • natural enemy
  • climate change
  • indigenous species
  16 Citations (Scopus)

• Land change dynamics: insights from Intensity Analysis applied to an African emerging city

  Akinyemi, F. O., Pontius, R. G. & Braimoh, A. K., Jan 2 2017, In: Journal of Spatial Science. 62, 1, p. 69-83 15 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • city
  • land
  • Economics
  • transition
  • Rwanda
  22 Citations (Scopus)

• Survivorship of patients with head and neck cancer receiving care in a tertiary health facility in Nigeria

  Okwor, V. C., Fagbamigbe, A. F. & Fawole, O. I., Jul 21 2017, In: Cancer Management and Research. 9, p. 331-338 8 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  Open Access

  • Survivorship
  • Health Facilities
  • Nigeria
  • Head and Neck Neoplasms
  • Paranasal Sinus Neoplasms
  2 Citations (Scopus)
• 2016

  Accomplishments of the MUSICA project to provide accurate, long-term, global and high-resolution observations of tropospheric {H₂xch li O,δD} pairs - A review

  Schneider, M., Wiegele, A., Barthlott, S., González, Y., Christner, E., Dyroff, C., García, E. O., Hase, F., Blumenstock, T., Sepúlveda, E., Mengistu Tsidu, G., Takele Kenea, S., Rodríguez, S. & Andrey, J., Jul 7 2016, In: Atmospheric Measurement Techniques. 9, 7, p. 2845-2875 31 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • MetOp
  • IASI
  • atmospheric composition
  • remote sensing
  • Fourier transform
  24 Citations (Scopus)

• Feed potential of acacia karroo leaf meal for communal goat production in southern africa: A review

  Brown, D., N’Gambi, J. W. & Norris, D., Aug 1 2016, In: Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences. 26, 4, p. 1178-1186 9 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Acacia karroo
  • meals (menu)
  • Southern Africa
  • goats
  • leaves
  4 Citations (Scopus)

• Glycerol acetals and ketals as possible diesel additives. A review of their synthesis protocols

  Trifoi, A. R., Agachi, P. Ş. & Pap, T., Jan 1 2016, In: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. 62, p. 804-814 11 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Glycerol
  • Biodiesel
  • Aldehydes
  • Ketones
  • Fuel additives
  63 Citations (Scopus)
• 2015

  A review on selective laser sintering/melting (SLS/SLM) of aluminium alloy powders: Processing, microstructure, and properties

  Olakanmi, E. O., Cochrane, R. F. & Dalgarno, K. W., Aug 1 2015, In: Progress in Materials Science. 74, p. 401-477 77 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Selective laser sintering
  • Powders
  • Melting
  • Aluminum alloys
  • Microstructure
  692 Citations (Scopus)

• Assessment of quality of antenatal care services in Nigeria: Evidence from a population-based survey

  Fagbamigbe, A. F. & Idemudia, E. S., Sep 18 2015, In: Reproductive Health. 12, 1, 88.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Prenatal Care
  • Nigeria
  • Quality of Health Care
  • Population
  • Iron
  37 Citations (Scopus)

• Implications of leading crop production practices on environmental quality and human health

  Udeigwe, T. K., Teboh, J. M., Eze, P. N., Hashem Stietiya, M., Kumar, V., Hendrix, J., Mascagni, H. J., Ying, T. & Kandakji, T., Mar 5 2015, In: Journal of Environmental Management. 151, p. 267-279 13 p.

  Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review

  • Crops
  • crop production
  • environmental quality
  • Pathogens
  • human health
  52 Citations (Scopus)