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Journal of Agricultural Engineering Research Volume 26, Issue 3, May 1981, Pages 271–276 Cover image A proposed model to predict the development of level bench terraces from steep backslope terraces
(University of Nairobi, 1981)A simple model has been proposed to predict changes in terrace conformation, during the development of level bench terraces from steep backslope terraces by natural processes of erosion and normal tillage practices. The ... -
Same-sex identities and practices among men in Nairobi, Kenya. "Re-theorising sexuality and the „sexual‟
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95-P: KIR3DL1/S1 Alleles and Their Frequencies in a Sex Worker Population in Nairobi, Kenya
(Department of Medical Microbiology, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, KenyaDepartment of Medical Microbiology, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, CanadaHIV and Human Genetics, Public Health Agency of Canada, Winnipeg, MB, Canada, 2010) -
Development of Leishmania major in Phlebotomus duboscqi and Sergentomyia schwetzi (Diptera: Psychodidae).
(University of Nairobi.Department of Zoology, 1990-07)The extrinsic development of Leishmania major was observed in 2 man-biting sand flies, Phlebotomus duboscqi, a known vector, and Sergentomyia schwetzi, an assumed non-vector. Flies fed on a leishmanial lesion on the nose ... -
Prevalence, incidence, and risk factors for lameness in dairy cattle in small-scale farms in Kikuyu Division, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1996)A prospective study was conducted to investigate the importance of lameness in dairy cattle on small-scale farms in Kenya. The gait and locomotor system of all cattle on randomly selected farms were examined during two ... -
Influence of improved fallow systems and phosphorus application on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi symbiosis in maize grown in western Kenya
(Department of Psychiatry, 2010-02)A field study was carried out on a six-year-old on-farm field trial during long-rains season (April–August) 2003 to investigate the effect of improved fallow systems and phosphorus application on arbuscular mycorrhiza fungi ... -
Contextualizing health promotion in local moral worlds. Steno Health Promotion Center Seminar-“Exploring context and participation in health promotion
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A human immunodeficiency virus 1 (HIV-1) clade A vaccine in clinical trials: stimulation of HIV-specific T-cell responses by DNA and recombinant modified vaccinia virus Ankara (MVA) vaccines in humans.
(University of Nairobi,College of Health Sciences,, 2004-04)The immunogenicities of candidate DNA- and modified vaccinia virus Ankara (MVA)-vectored human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) vaccines were evaluated on their own and in a prime-boost regimen in phase I clinical trials in ... -
Experimental transmission of Leishmania major to vervet monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops) by bites of Phlebotomus duboscqi (Diptera: Psychodidae).
(University of Nairobi.Department of Zoology, 1990-03)Experimental transmission of Leishmania major to vervet monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops) was accomplished by bites of Phlebotomus duboscqi sandflies. Three-day-old, laboratory-reared P. duboscqi were fed on leishmanial ... -
Lipid Profile In End-stage Renal Disease At The Kenyatta National Hospital. Medicom
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Isolation of Leishmania donovani from Phlebotomus martini in Baringo district, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi.Department of Zoology, 1988)An 18-month sandfly survey was conducted at 4 locations in Baringo District, Rift Valley Province, Kenya. 3 collection techniques were used: aspiration, sticky paper trap, and light trap in sites selected because of their ... -
Community-Based DOTS: Report from a Rapid Assessment in Kenya, June 11, 2007
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The Prevalence Of Malignancies Among 1st And 2nd Degree Relatives Of Breast Cancer Patients.
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The potential for sustainability of malaria in pregnancy initiatives
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Anthropogenic impact on the climate since man began to hunt
(University of Nairobi,, 1998-05)Processes, such as mountain building, changes in ocean gateways, natural changes in the carbon cycle and orbital changes, are ‘established’ mechanisms for climatic changes. This paper focuses on human contributions in ... -
Leishmania major: the suitability of East African nonhuman primates as animal models for cutaneous leishmaniasis.
(University of Nairobi.Department of Zoology, 1987-12)The susceptibility of four species of East African nonhuman primates to experimental infection with Leishmania major was investigated. Four Syke's monkeys (Cercopithecus mitis), two vervet monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops), ... -
Esophageal Stricture Due To A Common Household Water Purifying Agent.
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Assessment of candidates to participate in the long-term training in Hospital Management in Germany at the Nairobi Centre.
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Isolation of Leishmania major from a naturally infected vervet monkey (Cercopithecus aethiops) caught in Kiambu District, Kenya.
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Palpable discrete breast masses in young women: Two of the components of the modified triple test may be adequate.
(Medicine, University of Nairobi, 2013)Background. Palpable breast masses in young women, though usually benign, are a common source of anxiety. Current practice is assessment using the modified triple test (MTT). This entails clinical breast examination (CBE), ...
