History of the Tanzania Journal of Science
Prepared by Prof. John Andrew Marco Mahugija (Chief Editor)
October, 2023
Journal Name: Tanzania Journal of Science (1985 to date); formerly known as University Science Journal in 1975 to 1984
Publisher: College of Natural and Applied Sciences (established in April, 2009; formerly known as Faculty of Science established in 1965), University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
First Issue Published: January 1975
Journal Profile
2022 January to October 2023 Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 48(1), Vol. 48(2), Vol. 48(3), Vol. 48(4), 2022; Vol. 49(1), Vol. 49(2), Vol. 49(3), Vol. 49(4), 2023
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Prof. John Andrew Marco Mahugija (Chemistry Department, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania)
Members (Editors): Dr. Egbert Mujuni (Department of Mathematics), Dr. Samora Macrice Andrew (Department of Botany), Dr. Paul T.S. Limbu (Department of Physics), Prof. Allen R. Mushi (Mathematics, Mzumbe University), Dr. Joseph Y.N. Philip (Chemistry Department), Dr. Jasson R.M. John (Department of Zoology and Wildlife Conservation), Dr. Charles Kasanzu (School of Mines and Geosciences), Dr. Samwel Mchele Limbu (School of Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Technology), Dr. Ally Mahadhy (Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology), Dr. Nyatwere D. Mganga, Botany, School of Biological Sciences, University of Dodoma), Dr. Lwitiko P. Mwakyusa (Department of Physics), Prof. Mateusz Barczewski, Polymers Processing, Rheology, Nanocomposites & Biocomposites, Poznan University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Institute of Materials Technology, Poland), Prof. Godfred Darko (Department of Chemistry, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana), Prof. Mohammad Shoeb (Department of Chemistry, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh), Prof. Francis Wanjala Nyongesa (Department of Physics, University of Nairobi, Kenya), Prof. Faustin P.T. Manfo (Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Buea, Cameroon), Dr. Andrew Nyerere Kimang’a (Department of Medical Microbiology, College of Health Sciences, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Nairobi-Kenya), Dr. Sylvester Hatwaambo (Department of Physics, University of Zambia), Dr. Juliah Wangari Muriuki (Geology & Mining Engineering, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya). Technical Editor: Dr. Clarence A. Mgina (Chemistry Department)
International Advisory Board: Prof. Lawrence Ikechukwu Ezemonye (Vice Chancellor of Igbinedion University Okada, Edo State-Nigeria and former Deputy Vice Chancellor-Administration at the University of Benin, Nigeria), Prof. Wageh S. Darwish (Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hokkaido University, Japan & Food Control Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Egypt), Prof. Fredrick J. Muyodi (Department of Zoology, Makerere University, Uganda), Prof. Oleg Reva (Department of Biochemistry, University of Pretoria, South Africa), Prof. Hany A. El-Shemy (Biochemistry Department, Cairo University, Egypt), Dr. John Wasswa (Head of Chemistry Department, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda); Prof. Pamhidzai Dzomba (Department of Chemistry, Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe)
Number of Articles Published: Vol. 48(1) = 20 papers; Vol 48(2) = 24 papers; Vol 48(3) = 18 papers, Vol 48(4) = 22 papers, Vol 49(1) = 24 papers; Vol 49(2) = 23 papers, Vol 49(3) = 18 papers, Vol 49(4) = 13 papers,
2019 July to December 2021 Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 45(1), Vol. 45(2), Vol. 45(3), Vol. 45(4), 2019; Vol. 46(1), Vol. 46(2), Vol. 46(3), 2020; Vol. 47(1), Vol. 47(2), Vol. 47(3), Vol. 47(4), Vol. 47(5), 2021
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Prof. John Andrew Marco Mahugija (Chemistry Department, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania)
Members (Editors): Prof. Allen R. Mushi (Department of Mathematics), Prof. Titus A.M. Msagati (Chemistry, University of South Africa), Prof. Amare B. Gessesse (Department of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Botswana International University of Science and Technology), Prof. Francis W. Nyongesa (Physics, University of Nairobi, Kenya), Dr. Cosmas Mligo (Botany Department), Dr. Flora Magige (Department of Zoology and Wildlife Conservation), Dr. Joseph Y.N. Philip (Chemistry Department), Dr. Daniel A. Shilla (Department of Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries), Dr. Emmanuel Kazimoto (Geology Department), Dr. Nuru Mlyuka (Physics Department), Dr. Andrew Nyerere Kimang’a (Microbiology, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya), Dr. Sylvester Hatwaambo (Department of Physics, University of Zambia), Dr. Eunice W. Kairu (Department of Zoological Sciences, Kenyatta University, Kenya), Dr. Sanja T. Savic (Department of Organismal Biology, Uppsala University, Sweden), Dr. Nyatwere D. Mganga (Botany, Mkwawa University College of Education), and Technical Editor: Dr. Clarence A. Mgina (Chemistry Department)
International Advisory Board: Prof. Lawrence Ikechukwu Ezemonye (Vice Chancellor of Igbinedion University Okada, Edo State-Nigeria and former Deputy Vice Chancellor-Administration at the University of Benin, Nigeria), Prof. Wageh S. Darwish (Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hokkaido University, Japan & Food Control Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Egypt), Prof. Fredrick J. Muyodi (Department of Zoology, Makerere University, Uganda), Prof. Oleg Reva (Department of Biochemistry, University of Pretoria, South Africa), Prof. Hany A. El-Shemy (Biochemistry Department, Cairo University, Egypt), Dr. John Wasswa (Head of Chemistry Department, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda)
Number of Articles Published: Vol. 45(1) = 11 papers; Vol 45(2) = 12 papers; Vol 45(3) = 20 papers, Vol 45(4) = 13 papers, Vol 46(1) = 15 papers; Vol 46(2) = 31 papers, Vol 46(3) = 31 papers, Vol 47(1) = 33 papers, Vol 47(2) = 40 papers, Vol 47(3) = 40 papers, Vol 47(4) Special = 13 papers, Vol 47(5) = 33 papers
2018 (December): Tanzania Journal of Science (Vol. 44(4) Special issue, 2018
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Dr. John Andrew Marco Mahugija (Chemistry Department, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania)
Members (Editors): Prof. Allen R. Mushi (Department of Mathematics), Prof. Titus A.M. Msagati (Chemistry, University of South Africa), Prof. Amare B. Gessesse (Microbiology, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia), Prof. Julius W. Nyahongo (Biological Sciences, University of Dodoma), Prof. Francis W. Nyongesa (Physics, University of Nairobi, Kenya), Dr. Cosmas Mligo (Botany Department), Dr. Flora Magige (Department of Zoology and Wildlife Conservation), Dr. Joseph Y.N. Philip (Chemistry Department), Dr. Daniel A. Shilla (Department of Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries), Dr. Emmanuel Kazimoto (Geology Department), Dr. Nuru Mlyuka (Physics Department), Dr. Daniel G. Maeda (Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology), Dr. Andrew Nyerere Kimang’a (Microbiology, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya), Dr. Sylvester Hatwaambo (Department of Physics, University of Zambia), Dr. Eunice W. Kairu (Department of Zoological Sciences, Kenyatta University, Kenya), Dr. Sanja T. Savic (Department of Organismal Biology, Uppsala University, Sweden), Dr. Nyatwere D. Mganga (Botany, Mkwawa University College of Education), Dr. Mihayo M. Maguta (Environmental Analytical Chemistry; Institute of Rural Development Planning, Dodoma), Dr. Yohana Msambwa (Physics, Dar es Salaam University College of Education) and Technical Editor: Dr. Clarence A. Mgina (Chemistry Department)
International Advisory Board: Prof. Lawrence Ikechukwu Ezemonye (Vice Chancellor of Igbinedion University Okada, Edo State-Nigeria and former Deputy Vice Chancellor-Administration at the University of Benin, Nigeria), Prof. Wageh S. Darwish (Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hokkaido University, Japan & Food Control Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Egypt), Prof. Fredrick J. Muyodi (Department of Zoology, Makerere University, Uganda), Prof. Oleg Reva (Department of Biochemistry, University of Pretoria, South Africa), Prof. Hany A. El-Shemy (Biochemistry Department, Cairo University, Egypt), Dr. John Wasswa (Head of Chemistry Department, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda)
Number of Articles: Vol. 44(4) = 10 papers
2015-2018: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 41 No. 1 (1 issue, 2015); Vol. 42 No. 1 (1 issue, 2016); Vol. 43 No. 1 (1 issue, 2017); Vol. 44 No.1, No. 2-Special Chemistry and No. 3, 2018
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Prof. Anthony M. Mshandete (Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Dar es Salaam)
Members (Editors): Dr. G. Sangu (Botany), Dr. Samwel Nyandoro (Chemistry), Dr. E. Kazimoto (Geology), Dr. Ismail Makundi (Physics), Prof. Eunice Mureithi (Mathematics), Dr. D. Shilla (Aquatic Sciences) and Dr. H.B. Pratap (Zoology & Wildlife), Prof. Titus A.M. Msagati (Chemistry, University of South Africa), Prof. Wilson Parawira (Biotechnology, University of Science Education, Zimbabwe), Prof. Julius W. Nyahongo (Biological Sciences, University of Dodoma), Dr. Eunice W. Kairu (Zoological Sciences, Kenyatta University, Kenya), Dr. Sanja T. Savic (Systematic Biology, Uppsala University, Sweden), Prof. Julius M. Mwabora (Physics, University of Nairobi, Kenya), Dr. Anselm P. Moshi (Tanzania Industrial Research and Development Organization- TIRDO Tanzania), Dr. David S. Kacholi (Agricultural & Environmental Sciences; Dar es Salaam University College of Education), Prof. Amare B. Gessesse (Microbiology, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia), Dr. Nyatwere D. Mganga (Botany, Mkwawa University College of Education), Prof. Hamadi I. Boga (Microbiology, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya), Dr. Sylvester Hatwaambo (Physics, University of Zambia) and Technical Editor: Dr. Clarence A. Mgina (Chemistry Department)
International Advisory Board: Prof. Fredrick J. Muyodi (Department of Zoology, Makerere University, Uganda), Prof. Oleg Reva (Department of Biochemistry, University of Pretoria, South Africa), Prof. Hany A. El-Shemy (Biochemistry Department, Cairo University, Egypt), Dr. John Wasswa (Head of Chemistry Department, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda)
Number of Articles: Vol. 41 = 11 papers; Vol. 42 = 11 papers; Vol. 43 = 12 papers; Vol. 44(1) = 16 papers, Vol. 44(2) = 12 papers and Vol. 44(3) = 13 papers
2013–2014: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 39 No. 1 (1 issue, 2013); Vol. 40 No. 1 (1 issue, 2014)
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Dr. S.J.M. Mdachi (Chemistry Department, University of Dar es Salaam)
Members: Prof. Anthony M. Mshandete (Molecular Biology and Biotechnology), Prof. E.S. Masawe (Mathematics), Prof. Titus A.M. Msagati (University of Johannesburg, South Africa), Prof. W. Mavura (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya), Dr. J.Y.N. Philip (Chemistry), Dr. C. Nahonyo (Zoology), Dr. M. Manoko (Botany), Dr. S. Manya (Geology), Dr. N. Mohammed (Physics), Dr. D. Shilla (Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries), Dr. J.W. Nyahongo (University of Dodoma), Dr. Eunice W. Kairu (Kenyatta University, Kenya), Dr. Kashinje (Open University of Tanzania), Prof. W. Parawira (Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe), Dr. F. Ismail (Botany) and Technical Editor: Dr. Boniface Nelson (Geology)
Assistants to the Editorial Board (secretariat): Prof. T.J. Lyimo and Mr. P. B. Matiku
Number of Articles: Vol. 39 = 7 papers; Vol. 40 = 8 papers
2012: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 38 No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 (2012)
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Prof. G.Y.S. Mtui (Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Dar es Salaam)
Members: Prof. A.N.N. Muzuka (Institute of Marine Sciences), Prof. A. Mushi (Mathematics), Dr. I. Makundi (Physics), Dr. J.E.G. Mdoe (Chemistry), Dr. Tamatamah (Aquatic Sciences & Fisheries), Dr. C. Nahonyo (Zoology), Prof. A. Mshandete (Biotechnology), Dr. S. Manya (Geology), Dr. F. Ismail (Botany), Dr. C.B. Alphonce (Mathematics), Prof. G. Johansson (Uppsala University, Sweden), Dr. R. Mmasi (Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology), Dr. E. Mneney (Mikocheni Agricultural Research Institute), Dr. B. Ngatunga (Tanzania Fisheries Research Institute), Prof. H. Boga (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya), Prof. W. Parawira (Kigali Institute of Technology, Rwanda) and Technical Editor: Dr. C.A. Mgina (Chemistry)
Number of Articles: Vol. 38(1) = 10 papers, Vol. 38(2) = 11 papers and Vol. 38(3) = 19 papers
2009–2011: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 35 (2009); Vol. 36 (2010); Vol. 37 (2011), Published by the College of Natural and Applied Sciences-University of Dar es Salaam
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Prof G.Y.S. Mtui (Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)
Members: Prof A.N.N. Muzuka (Institute of Marine Sciences), Dr. A. Mushi (Mathematics), Dr. I. Makundi (Physics), Dr. J.E.G. Mdoe (Chemistry), Dr. Tamatamah (Aquatic Sciences & Fisheries), Dr. C. Nahonyo (Zoology), Dr. A. Mshandete (Biotechnology), Dr. S. Manya (Geology), Dr. F. Ismail (Botany), Dr. R. Mmasi (Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology), Dr. E. Mneney (Mikocheni Agricultural Research Institute), Dr. B. Ngatunga (Tanzania Fisheries Research Institute), Prof. H. Boga (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya), Dr. W. Parawira (Kigali Institute of Technology, Rwanda) and Technical Editor: Dr. C.A. Mgina (Chemistry)
Assistants to Editorial Board: Mr. O.J. Msokwa and Mr. P. B. Matiku; ICT In-charge: Mr. D. Fuli
Number of Articles: Vol. 35 = 9 papers; Vol. 36 = 8 papers + 1 short communication; Vol. 37 = 15 Research papers + 1 Short communication
2006–2008: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 32(1), Vol. 32 (2) (2006); Vol. 33 (January 2007); Vol. 34 (2008), Published by the Faculty of Science - University of Dar es Salaam
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Prof. J. Kabigumila (Department of Zoology, University of Dar es Salaam)
Members: Prof. P. Msaki (Physics), Dr. K.M.M. Hosea, Dr. C.B. Alphonce (Mathematics), Dr. J.E.G. Mdoe (Chemistry), Dr. C.L. Nahonyo (Zoology), Dr. A.S.M. Nyomora (Botany), Dr. S. Manya (Geology) Dr. C.A. Mgina (Technical Editor)
Assistant to the Editorial Board: O.J. Msokwa (Faculty of Science)
Number of Articles: Vol. 32(1) = 11 papers; Vol. 32(2) = 13 papers; Vol. 33 = 10 papers; Vol. 34 = 8 papers
2005: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 31 No. 1 (June 2005)
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Prof A.K. Kivaisi (University of Dar es Salaam)
Members: Prof. K. Howell (Zoology), Prof. J.R. Ikingura (Geology), Prof. G.N. Kamau (University of Nairobi), Prof. B.O. Aduda (University of Nairobi), Prof. L.K. Shayo (Mathematics) and Dr. C.A. Mgina (Technical Editor)
Assistant to the Editorial Board: O.J. Msokwa (Faculty of Science)
Number of Articles: 10 papers
2003–2004: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 29 (1), Vol. 29(2) (2003); Vol. 30 (2004); Vol. 30 (2004)-Special Issue on Lake Victoria (LVEMP)
Editorial Board
Chief Editor: Prof. A.K. Kivaisi (University of Dar es Salaam)
Members: Prof. K. Howel (Zoology), Prof. J.R. Ikingura (Geology), Prof. G.N. Kamau (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Prof. O. Aduda (University of Nairobi), Prof. J.S. Nkoma (University of Botswana), Prof. L.K. Shayo (Mathematics) and Technical Editor: Dr.C. Mgina
Assistant to the Editorial Board: Mr. O.J. Msokwa
Number of Articles: Vol. 29 (1) = 10 papers; Vol. 29(2) = 10 papers; Vol. 30 (2004) = 10 papers; Vol. 30 (2004)-Special Issue on Lake Victoria (LVEMP) = 13 papers
1999–2002: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 25 (1999); Vol. 26 (2000); Vol. 27A-Special Issue (2001); Vol. 28 No. 1, No. 2 (2002)
Editorial Board
Editor in Chief: Prof. R.B.M. Senzota (Zoology Department, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editors: Prof. M.A. Maboko (Geology Department) and Dr. G.S. Mhinzi (Chemistry Department)
Members: Prof. A.S.A. Mshimba, Prof. P.K. Msaki, Prof. A.K. Kivaisi, Prof. V. Furnadjiev, Prof. J.R. Ikingura, Dr. F.S.S. Magingo, Prof. J.J. Okutoyi (Kenyatta University), Prof. C.H.C. Magadza (Zimbabwe University), Prof. I.T. Urasa (Hampton University) and Technical Assistant: Dr C.C. Joseph
Assistant to the Editorial Board: O.J. Msokwa (Faculty of Science)
Number of Articles: Vol. 25 = 11 papers; Vol. 26 = 7 papers; Vol. 27A = 7 papers; Vol. 28(1) = 10 papers; Vol. 28(2) = 12 research papers + 1 opinion
1996–1998: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 22 &23 (1996 & 1997), Vol. 24 (1998)
Editorial Board
Editor in Chief: Prof. M.A. Maboko (Geology Department, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editors: Prof. R.B.M. Senzota (Zoology) and Dr. G.S. Mhinzi (Chemistry)
Members: Prof. A.S.A. Mshimba (Mathematics), Prof. R.T. Kivaisi (Physics), Dr. F.S.S. Magingo (Botany), Dr. J.R. Ikingura (Geology), Prof. J.J. Okutoyi (Kenyatta University, Kenya), Prof. C.H.C. Magadza (Zimbabwe University), Prof. I.T. Urasa (Hampton University, USA) and Technical Assistant: Dr. C.C. Joseph (Chemistry)
Assistant to the Editorial Board: O.J. Msokwa (Faculty of Science)
Number of Articles: Vol. 22 & 23 = 6 papers; Vol. 24 = 7 papers
1993–1995: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. l9 (1993), Vol. 20 (1994), Vol. 21 (1995)
Editorial Board
Editor: E.C. Njau (Physics Department, Faculty of Science, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editors: M.A. Kishimba (Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science) and F.M. Urasa (Zoology Department, Faculty of Science)
Members: A.S.A. Mshimba (Mathematics Department, Faculty of Science), C.A. Kiwanga (Physics Department, Faculty of Science), G.S. Mhinzi (Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science), A.K. Kivaisi (Botany Department, Faculty of Science), E.I. Mbede (Geology Department, Faculty of Science), R.B.M. Senzota (Zoology Department, Faculty of Science) and M. Halfani (Chemical and Processing Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering)
Assistant to the Editorial Board: O.J. Msokwa (Faculty of Science)
Number of Articles: Vol. l9 = 5 papers; Vol. 21 = 12 papers
1990 –1992: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 16 (1990); Vol. 17 (1991); Vol. 18 (1992)
Editorial Board
Editor: A.J. Tesha (Botany Department, Faculty of Science, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editor: E.C. Njau (Physics Department, Faculty of Science
Members: M.R. Khan (Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science), F.S. Mhalu (Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine), J.M.R. Semoka (Soil Science Department, Sokoine University of Agriculture), J.A. Kategile (Animal Science Department, Sokoine University of Agriculture), J.A. Kapuya (Department of Botany, Faculty of Science), J.T. Nanyaro (Geology Department, Faculty of Science), Y.B. Mjungu (Dar es Salaam University Press), A.S.A. Mshimba (Mathematics Department, Faculty of Science –1990 and 1991) and H. Gijzen (Microbiology Unit, Department of Botany–1990 and 1991)
Assistant to the Editorial Board: O.J. Msokwa (Faculty of Science)
Number of Articles: Vol. 16 = 10 papers; Vol. 17 = 9 papers; Vol. 18 = 7 papers
1988–1989: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 14 (1988); Vol. 15 (1989)
Editorial Board
Editor: J.R. Mainoya (Zoology Department, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editors: A.J. Tesha (Botany Department) and E.C. Njau (Physics Department)
Members: M.R. Khan (Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science), F.S. Mhalu (Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine), J.M.R. Semoka (Soil Science Department, Sokoine University of Agriculture), J.A. Kategile (Animal Science Department, Sokoine University of Agriculture), J.A. Kapuya (Department of Botany, Faculty of Science), U. Aswathanarayana (Geology Department, Faculty of Science), A.S.A. Mshimba (Mathematics Department, Faculty of Science), H. Gijzen (Microbiology Unit, Department of Botany), D.K. Tungaraza (Dar es Salaam University Press–1988) and Y.B. Mjungu (Dar es Salaam University Press –1989)
Assistant to the Editorial Board: O.J. Msokwa (Faculty of Science); Secretary: G.C. Kishaluli
Number of Articles: Vol. 14 = 15 papers; Vol. 15 = 10 papers
1985–1987: Tanzania Journal of Science Vol. 11 (1985); Vol. 12 (1986); Vol. 13 (1987) Published by the Faculty of Science - University of Dar es Salaam
(New name of the journal started in 1985; changed from the former name of “University Science Journal”)
Editorial Board
Editor: J.R. Mainoya (Zoology Department, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editor: A.J. Tesha (Department of Botany
Members: M.R. Khan (Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science), D. Griffiths (Zoology Department, Faculty of Science), E.C. Njau (Physics Department, Faculty of Science), F.S. Mhalu (Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine), J.M.R. Semoka (Soil Science Department, Sokoine University of Agriculture), J.A. Kategile (Animal Science Department, Sokoine University of Agriculture), O.D. Mwandemele (Dept. of Botany, Faculty of Science), U. Aswathanarayana (Geology Department, Faculty of Science), B.A. Manja (Mathematics Department, Faculty of Science–1986), L.K. Shayo (Mathematics Department, Faculty of Science–1987) and D.K. Tungaraza (Dar es Salaam University Press)
Assistant to the Editorial Board: O.J. Msokwa (Faculty of Science); Secretary: C.R. Nkunya
Number of Articles: Vol.11 = 10 research papers + 3 short communications; Vol. 12 = 9 research papers + 1 short communication; Vol. 13 = 9 research papers + 4 short communications
1984: University Science Journal Vol. 10 No. 1 & 2 (JuIy 1984), Published by the Faculty of Science - University of Dar es Salaam
Editorial Board
Editor: J. R. Mainoya (Zoology Department, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editors: A. J. Tesha (Department of Botany) and J.H. Borkent
Members: M. R. Khan (Chemistry), B.J. Ndunguru (Faculty of Agricuture, Sokoine University of Agriculture), A.M. Nikundiwe (Institute of Marine Sciences), D. Griffiths (Zoology), E.C. Njau (Physics), U. Aswathanarayana (Geology), D.M.S. Mosha (Chemistry), D.K. Tungaraza (University Press), L.K. Shayo (Mathematics)
Assistant to the Editorial Board and Secretary: Z. R. Juma (Mrs.)
Number of Articles: 13 papers
1982–1983: University Science Journal Vol. 8 (July 1982), Vol. 9 (September 1983)
Editorial Board
Editor: J. R. Mainoya (Zoology Department, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editors: L.K. Shayo (Mathematics Department) and C.J. Stigter (Physics Department)
Members: M.R. Khan (Chemistry), A.M. Nikundiwe (Zoology), D. Griffiths (Zoology), E.C. Njau (Physics), A.J. Tesha (Botany), B.J. Ndunguru (Crop Science, Sokoine University of Agriculture, Morogoro), U. Aswathanarayana (Geology), D.M.S. Mosha (Chemistry) and D.K. Tungaraza (University Press)
Assistant to the Editorial Board: Z. Juma (Mrs); Secretary: S.F. Setumbi
Number of Articles: Vol. 8 = 10 papers; Vol. 9 = 10 papers
1981: University Science Journal Vol. 7 (December 1981)
Editorial Board
Editor: J. R. Mainoya (Zoology Department, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editors: L.K. Shayo (Mathematics Department) and C. J. Stigter (Physics Department)
Members: A.J. Tesha (Botany, H.K. Basu (Geology), A.M. Nikundiwe (Zoology), B. J. Ndunguru (Faculty of Agriculture Forestry & Vet. Science), M.R. Khan (Chemistry), E.C. Njau (Physics), D. Griffiths (Zoology), N. Temu (Miss) (University Library), D.K. Tungaraza (University Press)
Editorial Assistant: Z.R. Juma (Mrs.); Secretary: S. F. Setumbi
Number of Articles: 11 papers
1980: University Science Journal Vol. 6 Nos. l & 2 (July 1980)
Editorial Board
Editor: J. R. Mainoya (Department of Zoology and Marine Biology, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editor: L.K. Shayo (Mathematics Department)
Members: C.J. Stigter (Physics), A.M. Mulokozi (Chemistry), D. Griffiths (Zoology), G.B. Deshpande (Geology), J.A. Kapuya (Botany), B.J. Ndunguru (Faculty of Agriculture Forestry & Vet. Science), D.K. Tungaraza (University Press)
Secretary: S. F. Setumbi
Number of Articles: 16 papers
1979: University Science Journal Vol. 5 Nos. l & 2 (July 1979)
Editorial Board
Editor: J.R. Mainoya (Department of Zoology and Marine Biology, University of Dar es Salaam)
Associate Editor: K.N. Hirji (Department of Zoology and Marine Biology)
Members: C.J. Stigter (Physics), A.M. Mulokozi (Chemistry), D. Griffiths (Zoology), G.B. Deshpande (Geology), J.A. Kapuya (Botany), B.J. Ndunguru (Faculty of Agriculture Forestry & Vet. Science), L.K. Shayo (Mathematics) and D.K. Tungaraza (University Press)
Secretary: S. F. Setumbi
Number of Articles: 10 papers
1978: University Science Journal Vol. 4 Nos. 1 & 2 (July 1978)
Editorial Board:
Editor:
Associate Editor:
Members:
Number of Articles: 14 papers
1977: University Science Journal Vol. 3, No. 1 & 2 (July, 1977)
Editorial Board
Editor: A.S. Msangi (Department of Zoology)
Assistant Editor: J.R. Mainoya (Department of Zoology)
Members: C.M.R. Hennessy (Botany), G. Ndaalio (Chemistry), G.B. Deshpande (Geology), C.J. Stigter (Physics), L.K. Shayo (Mathematics), B.J. Ndunguru (Faculty of Agriculture Forestry and Veter. Sci.)
Secretary: S.F. Setumbi
Number of Articles: 11 papers
1976: University Science Journal Vol. 2 No. 2 (July 1976)
Editorial Board
Editor: A.S. Msangi (Department of Zoology, University of Dar es Salaam)
Assistant Editor: J.R. Mainoya (Department of Zoology)
Members: C.M.R. Hennessy (Botany), G. Ndaalio (Chemistry), G.B. Deshpande (Geology), C.J. Stigter (Physics), L.K. Shayo (Mathematics) and J.H. Monyo (Faculty of Agriculture Forestry and Veter. Sci.)
Number of Articles: 8 papers
1976: University Science Journal Vol. 2, No. 1 (January 1976)
Editorial Board
Editor: Prof. A.S. Msangi (Department of Zoology, University of Dar es Salaam)
Assistant Editor: H. Karanda (Mathematics Department)
Members: G. Ndaalio (Chemistry), C.J. Stigter (Physics), J.R. Mainoya (Zoology), C.M.R. Hennessy (Botany) and J.H. Monyo (Faculty of Agriculture)
Number of Articles: 11 papers
1975: University Science Journal Vol. 1, No. 2 (July 1975)
Editorial Board
Editor: A.S. Msangi (Department of Zoology, University of Dar es Salaam)
Assistant Editor: H. Karanda (Mathematics Department)
Members: G. Ndaalio (Chemistry), K. O'Shea (Physics), C.M.R. Hennessv (Botanv) and J.H. Monyo (Faculty of Agriculture)
Number of Articles: 8 papers
1975: University Science Journal 1975 (Vol. 1, No. 1, January 1975)
This is the first issue of the journal, published by the Faculty of Science - University of Dar es Salaam
Editorial Board
Editor: A.S. Islam (University of Dar es Salaam)
Members: Prof. A.S. Msangi (Zoology), Dr. G. Ndaalio (Chemistry), Dr. K. O'Shea (Physics), Dr. H. Karanda (Mathematics), Dr. C.M.R. Hennessv (Botanv) and Dr. J.H. Monyo (Faculty of Agric.)
Number of Articles: 8 papers