Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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Lactation characteristics of Dutch Friesian cows under semi-arid conditions
(University of Nairobi.Department of Animal Production, 2007)Data on 871 calving and lactation records of Dutch Friesian cows in their second parity and above kept at the National Animal Research Centre, Naivasha were analyzed to investigate the effects of year and season of calving ... -
Protection of Traditional Knowledge, Genetic Resources and Folklore
(University of Nairobi,Department Of Pharmacology And Pharmacognosy,, 2007) -
Evaluation Of Volcanic Rocks Of Nairobi Area For Use As Raw Materials In The Construction And Cement Industry
(University of NairobiDepartment of Geology, 2009)Volcanic rocks play an important role in the building and construction industry. Most of the raw materials used by the building industry around Nairobi are the volcanic rocks. The main volcanic rocks considered include ... -
Towards Developing an Indicator for Indoor Air Pollution in Nairobi Using Atmospheric Stability Indices
(University of NairobiDepartment of Meteorology, 2012)The quality of indoor air inside offices, schools, other workplaces and homes is important not only for human comfort but also for their health. Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) has been tied to symptoms like headaches, ... -
Initial periodontitis in a 3-year-old cross breed female dog: case report
(University of Nairobi, 2012)No abstract available -
Motor activity during xylazine-ketamine anaesthesia in a german shepherd dog-a case report
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Adapting to climate variability and change: the Climate Outlook Forum process.
(University of NairobiDepartment of Meteorology, 2008)Weather and climate extremes are associated with loss of life, destruction of property and many other socio - economic miseries worldwide. They threaten livelihoods and the very survival of humankind. The vulnerability of ... -
Climate variability and change in Africa: a review of potential impacts on terrestrial water resources.
(University of NairobiDepartment of Meteorology, 2009)The climate in many parts of Africa may be classified as arid and semi-arid, with recurrences of severe droughts. The livelihoods of many in the society are largely nomadic pastoralist. The economies of many states in areas ... -
Complications associated with anaesthesia in small animal practice in Nairobi County, Kenya.
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The Mainstreaming of Climate Change and Variability Information into Planning and Policy Development for Africa
(University of NairobiDepartment of Meteorology, 2010)The economies of Africa, however, are predominantly dependent on rainfed agriculture and the associated industries. Current and future sustainable socio-economic development of the African nations will therefore heavily ... -
Effects of epidural xylazine, lidocaine and their combination on body temperature in acepromazine-sedated dogs.
(University of Nairobi, 2013)A study was carried out to compare the effects of epidural xylazine, lidocaine and their combination on body temperature in dogs. Fifteen healthy dogs were used in this study. The dogs were randomly assigned to three ... -
Climate in the Kamburu and Gitaru dams area (Kenya)
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An African dam : ecologcial survey of the Kamburu/Gtaru Hydro-electric Dam Area, Kenya
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In search of a sense of identity: coping with single parenthood in Kenya
(Department of Psychology, University of Nairobi, 1989)In traditional Kenya society single parenthood was rare and due to death or divorce. Communal care for a child was provided, even when one parent was thus lost. Today there is a trend toward increasing numbers of single ... -
Coat Colour: Its Relevance and Influence on Reproductive and Production Performance in Boran Cows
(University of Nairobi.Departrment of Animal Production, 2007)Data on 680 heifers, 1894 calving and 1014 calves of Kenya Boran cattle, covering periods between 11 and 23 years, were used to assess the influence of coat colour and factors such as year and month of birth, sex, parity, ... -
Language Planning with special reference to East African Countries
(University of WashingtonSchool of Linguistics and Languages, 1981) -
Methodological considerations in implementing the WHO Global Survey for Monitoring Maternal and Perinatal Health
(University of NairobiInstitute of Tropica and Infectious Diseases(UNITID), 2008)OBJECTIVE: To set up a global system for monitoring maternal and perinatal health in 54 countries worldwide. METHODS: The WHO Global Survey for Monitoring Maternal and Perinatal Health was implemented through a ... -
Role of grooming in reducing tick load in wild baboons (Papio cynocephalus
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Influence of spacing and phosphorus fertilisation on fresh yields of sweet peppers
(Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection, University of Nairobi, 1995-10)The effects of six spacings (90 by 90, 90 by 60, 90 by 30, 60 by 60, 60 by 30, and 30 by 30 cm) and four levels of phosphorus (0, 44, 88 and 132 kg P/ha) on yield of sweet pepper was investigated during the long and short ... -
Comparison of climatological regions of Kenya derived from dekadal rain gauge and satellite-derived total precipitable water data
(University of NairobiDepartment of Meteorology, 2004)
