Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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Institutions, resources and innovation in east Africa: a firm level approach
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study examines how firm-level resources interact with regional institutional quality to explain innovation in East Africa. We hypothesize that the institutional environment within which the firm operates moderates the ... -
Giant solitary cerebral hydatid cyst in a child, complicated with post-operative subdural haematoma: case report and review of literature
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Hydatid disease is a parasitic infestation caused by taenia Echinococcus granulosus that rarely affects the brain. It usually involves all organ systems of the body but is more common in the liver, lungs. We present an ... -
Moringa oleifera and ceramic filters for escherichia coli and turbidity removal from drinking water.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Porous ceramic filters were prepared by incorporating burnout material into the clay and their efficiency in removal of turbidity and Escherichia coli tested. Moringa oleifera seeds were also tested for their biocoagulant ... -
The diversity of green bean biochemical compounds in Robusta coffee (Coffea canephora pierre ex a. Froehner) as evaluated by near infrared spectroscopy
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Aims: This study characterized biochemical compound variability that influence green bean quality in C. canephora as a basis for identifying heterogeneous genotypes for use in crop improvement because genetic erosion ... -
Sensory and organoleptic cup attributes of Robusta coffee (Coffea Canephora pierre ex a. Froehner)
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Coffea canephora organoleptic cup attributes are the most important factors that define its price in world markets. Determining the components that contribute to the diversity of organoleptic characters will help in the ... -
Variation of mineral micronutrient elements in robusta coffee (coffea canephora pierre ex a. Froehner) as measured by energy dispersive x -ray fluorescence
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Aim: Robusta coffee growing countries of the world such as Uganda, have experienced a decline in market prices since 2002 due to changed consumer preferences for other beverages. In Uganda, where Robusta coffee is the ... -
Effectiveness and profitability of insecticide formulations used for managing snap bean pests
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) farmers rely mostly on insecticides to manage pests and to satisfy the stringent market requirements for insect and blemish-free pods. However, the cost of these pesticides lowers farm ... -
Farmers’ perceptions of production constraints and preferences in cassava grown in semi-arid areas of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Cassava is an important food security crop in the semi-arid areas of Eastern Kenya. Despite its importance during the long periods of drought and famine, no breeding programme has ever been conducted to improve the crop ... -
Effectiveness and profitability of insecticide formulations used for managing snap bean pests
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) farmers rely mostly on insecticides to manage pests and to satisfy the stringent market requirements for insect and blemish-free pods. However, the cost of these pesticides lowers farm ... -
Physiological basis of empathy and emotionality in nursing practice
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Empathy is a form of connection with a cognitive-emotive response that stems from the apprehension of another person’s emotional and physical state of distress. The physiological context of empathy as related to emotionality ... -
Atmospheric corrosion studies in Kenya: past, present and future
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Despite the regular inspections and current contingencies made in the HF plant at Necsa, an isolated case where two mild steel vessels leaked HF during operation occurred without warning. The failure of both these vessels ... -
Factors impacting on the nutritional status of population aged 45 years and above in Nairobi: a cross sectional study
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Objective: To provide data on nutritional status and risk factors affecting the population aged 45 years and above for health policy development and program planning. Design: A cross sectional study Setting: Dagoretti ... -
Risk factors for rotavirus infection in pigs in busia and Teso Subcounties, western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)We analysed data that were previously collected for molecular characterisation of rotavirus (RV) groups A and C in pigs from Teso and Busia subcounties in Kenya to determine risk factors for its infection. The data included ... -
A case study on the application of human rights principles in health policy making and programming in Chereng'any sub county in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study examined the application of human rights principles in health policymaking and programming in Cherang’any sub-county. This sub-county has suffered from long standing discrimination and exclusion from the progressive ... -
Unilateral spontaneous tubal twin ectopic pregnancy: a rare occurrence
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Unilateral tubal twin pregnancy remains rare despite a rise in the incidence of singleton ectopic pregnancies. A 27-year-old Gravida 1 Para 0+0 at 12 weeks gestation, presented to our institution with a 1-month history ... -
First complete genome sequences of porcine bocavirus strains from east Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Here, we report the first complete genome sequences of two strains of porcine bocavirus (JOA_011 and JOA_015) detected in Uganda and Kenya, respectively. These data will help in understanding the molecular and evolutionary ... -
Factors associated with severity of neonatal sepsis during admission in Kenyatta national hospital paediatric wards, Kenya: a descriptive cross-sectional study
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Neonatal sepsis is a major cause of neonatal mortality. In the year of 2012, it accounted for 44% of all deaths of underfive years old children globally. Statistics indicate that 98% of the global, one million ... -
Fate of lambda-cyhalothrin in kales, tomatoes and cabbage from rural setting in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)A vegetable is any part of a plant that is consumed by humans as food as part of a savory course or me al. They are highly nutritious and form as key food com modity in the human consumption. ... -
Corporate social responsibility and employer attractiveness among business students at the university of Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)In this era of globalization, winning the war for top talent to gain a competitive advantage is critical for th e survival of organization s . In Kenya today , attracting and retaining talent is a ... -
Antiplasmodial, cytotoxicity and phytochemical constituents of four maytenus species used in traditional medicine in Kenya
(2017)Background: In Kenya, several species of the genus Maytenus are used in traditional medicine to treat many diseases including malaria. In this study, phytochemical constituents and extracts of Maytenus undata, M. ...