Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Oil Exploration and Security Dynamic in Kenya-a Study of Lokichar Oil Exploration Site,Turkana County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study aimed at exploring the relationship between oil exploration and security in Lokichar Sub-county in Turkana County, Kenya. To achieve this objective, it posed the research question: In what ways have oil exploration ... -
Characterization of the steady state concentrations and pharmacogenetics of ritonavir boosted atazanavir in Kenyan HIV positive patients.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Atazanavir is a protease inhibitor currently recommended for use as a second line agent in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infected patients who have failed therapy on a first line regimen. The pharmacokinetics ... -
The Quality Of Public Service Delivery In Public Organizations In Kenya A Study Of The Role Of The Client-Service Charter In The Case Of Kirinyaga Water And Sanitation Company.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study aimed at assessing the quality of public service delivery in public organizations in Kenya: a study of the role of Client-Service Charter in the Kirinyaga Water and Sanitation Company. The objectives that guided ... -
An Evaluation of the Efficacy of Law in Addressing Fraud in the Processing of Extension and Renewal of Leases in Kenya
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The Effect of Debt Maturity Determinants on Performance of Firms Listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The main goal for this research was to study the determinants of debt maturity and their influence on performance of companies registered with Nairobi Securities Exchange . The research was anchored on the trade off theory, ... -
Factors influencing women participation in donor-funded projects in Kenya A case of livelihood projects in Mwingi central sub-county, Kitui couny
(UoN, 2020)In Kenya, a few donor funded livelihood projects have either crumpled halfway or they have not profited the planned beneficiaries bringing up issues regarding whether or not non-participation of women in conceptualizing ... -
Curbing The Use Of Excessive Force By The Police In Kenya
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Influence of Principals’ Leadership Styles on Students’ Discipline in Public Secondary Schools in Imenti South Sub-county, Meru County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The purpose of the s research was to investigate the influence of school principals’ leadership styles on students’ discipline in public secondary schools in Imenti South constituency, Meru County, Kenya. The research ... -
Determinants of the public primary school feeding project sustainability in North-Horr sub-county in Marsabit county, Kenya
(UoN, 2020)Hunger and poverty directly correlate to both educational attendance and performance. Children from poor rural communities of such as North-Horr Sub County in Marsabit County suffer a lack of access to schools, as they are ... -
Mapping and Validation of Major Quantitative Trait Loci (Qtl) for Maize Lethal Necrosis (Mln) Resistance in Maize
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Maize lethal necrosis (MLN) is a viral disease caused by dual infection of two viruses Maize chlorotic mottle virus (MCMV) and Sugarcane mosaic virus (SCMV) resulting in devastating effects on maize production. The prevalence ... -
Raman Spectrometric Study of Influence of Acetaminophen on Female Mice`s Reproductive Hormone Levels Blood
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study presents work on the effects of acetaminophen on female mice’s reproductive hormone levels in blood using Raman spectroscopy together with chemometrics. Here weak Raman signals are enhanced by a factor of 3.94 ... -
Government Sector Spending and Private Investment in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The private sector investment plays an integral part in guaranteeing economic soundness of an economy. In Kenya, the government outlay increased sharply in the last two decades although this has not been commensurate to ... -
Agronomic Traits Assessment and Growth and Yield Responses of Selected Spider Plant (Cleome Gynandra L.) Accessions to Water Stress
(University of Nairobi, 2020)African leafy vegetables (ALVs) are vegetables that are locally consumed and whose edible parts include leaves, young shoots and flowers. They have a crucial role in enhancing food security, nutrition, biodiversity, income ... -
Influence of Assistive Technology on Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (Kcse) Performance for Visually Impaired Students at Thika High School for the Blind, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study aimed at examining the influence of assistive technology on Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) performance for visually impaired students at Thika School for the Blind. The study objectives were to; ... -
The Effect of Female Labor-force Participation on Fertility: Evidence From Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Researchers, policy makers and development partners have increasingly advocated female labor-force participation as a driver of fertility transition, a crucial factor in simulation models for assessing fertility reduction ... -
Court Annexed Mediation in Kenya: an Examination of the Challenges and Opportunities.
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Determinants Of Neonatal Mortality In North Eastern Region In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Neonatal mortality in Kenya is high, about 42% of the total under five mortality rates, signifying their importance in the overall mortality rates in Kenya. Majority of the neonatal mortalities are in the marginalized ... -
Assessment of Guideline Concordant Antibiotic Prescribing for Patients With Community Acquired Pneumonia at the Kenyatta National Hospital Medical Wards.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Pneumonia is a major cause of morbidity and mortality globally. Despite the proven benefits of guideline concordant antibiotic prescribing, research has shown that adherence to clinical guideline recommendations ... -
Parenting experiences of mothers living with chronic mental disorders at Mathari hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Globally, it is estimated that up to 50% of persons living with mental disorders in developed states and 85% in third world nations are parents with one or more dependent children. Approximately 15.6% of ... -
Perceived determinants of poor outcome of neonatal sepsis at pediatric unit of Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Introduction: Neonatal sepsis is the most common reason for neonatal admissions in developing countries. It is also a major cause of neonatal mortality in both developed and developing countries. Although neonatal sepsis ...
