Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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Social network analysis provides insights into African swine fever epidemiology
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Pig movements play a significant role in the spread of economically important infectious diseases such as the African swine fever. Characterization of movement networks between pig farms and through other types of farm and ... -
Optimization of C/N ratio for Mesophilic anaerobic digestion from food wastes found in Nairobi a lab-scale case study
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Extensive work has been done on Anaerobic digestion of single substrates and using codigestion. In a number of cultures around the world, the wastes that are discarded as household waste may not easily fit in the biogas ... -
Useful products from microalgae: case study of Ruai wastewater treatment plant in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Microalgae has had a number of applications. This study explores the formation of biodiesel from lipids and formation of charred biomass fuel from the algae species found at Ruai Wastewater facility at Ruai, Nairobi. ... -
Optimization of essential oil extraction from eucalyptus grandis leaves by clevenger distillation
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Abstract : Recent statistics have shown a rise in the margin of consumption and utilization of essential oils, over the past years this has been marked by a divergence in the dependence of allophaticallopathic ... -
Predator-proof Bomas as a tool in mitigating human-predator conflict in Loitokitok sub-county, Amboseli region of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) arises when wildlife shares the same physical space with humans. HWC, particularly livestock predation results in great negative impacts both to pastoralist and carnivores. Various approaches ... -
Genotyping of enteroviruses isolated in Kenya from pediatric patients using partial VP1 region
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Enteroviruses (EV) are responsible for a wide range of clinical diseases in humans. Though studied broadly in several regions of the world, the genetic diversity of human enteroviruses (HEV) circulating in the sub-Saharan ... -
Distinct genital tract hiv-specific antibody profiles associated with tenofovir gel
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The impact of topical antiretrovirals for pre-exposure prophylaxis on humoral responses following HIV infection is unknown. Using a binding antibody multiplex assay, we investigated HIV-specific IgG and IgA responses to ... -
Top management commitment for successful small and medium-enterprises(SMES): a hoax or a reality?
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The role of small and medium enterprises in any country’s economic development cannot be under estimated. It is important for all countries especially the developing ones to note that the key to having a sustained development ... -
The prevalence of TEM and SHV genes among extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing klebsiella pneumoniae and escherichia coli
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Antimicrobial resistance to cephalosporin, penicillin and aztreonam is mediated by Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamases (ESBL) via hydrolysis of antibiotics. The most common bacteria associated with ESBL among the ... -
The effects of rights issue announcements on stock returns for firms listed at the Nairobi securities exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Rights issue is a secondary equity issue in which new additional shares are issued to the existing shareholders in exchange for cash (capital) needed by a publicly quoted company, either for expansion purposes or to ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices on rabies and socio-economic value of dog keeping in Kisumu and Siaya counties, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Rabies is endemic in all counties of Kenya. This study describes community knowledge, attitudes and practices that may influence the incidence and control of the disease. Semi-structured questionnaires and focus group ... -
The anthropocene is functionally and stratigraphically distinct from the holocene
(University of Nairobi, 2016)BACKGROUND Humans are altering the planet, including long-term global geologic processes, at an increasing rate. Any formal recognition of an Anthropocene epoch in the geological time scale hinges on whether humans have ... -
A Single-Arm, Proof-Of-Concept Trial of Lopimune (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) as a Treatment for HPV-Related Pre-Invasive Cervical Disease
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Cervical cancer is the most common female malignancy in the developing nations and the third most common cancer in women globally. An effective, inexpensive and self-applied topical treatment would be an ideal ... -
Exploring the intricacies of contemporary Phd research process
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The process leading to a PhD degree award has evolved over a period of many years to become what it is today. There are important considerations and emphasis continually being placed by the degree awarding authorities on ... -
Applying Bayesian Model to Predict Socio-demographic and Occlusal Determinants of Early Childhood Caries (ECC)
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Objective: To use the Bayesian statistical Model approach to predict the most important socio-demographic and occlusal factors pertinent to high prevalence of ECC. Material and Methods: A questionnaire and an oral ... -
Association Of Fever And Diarrhea With Infant Teething Among Mothers Attending Two Health Centres In Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Introduction: Many global communities associate infant teething with diarrhea and fever. The perception that infant teething is a cause of pain and discomfort is often shared by both mothers/care- givers ... -
Preliminary Outcome of Case Series of the Management of Unilateral and Bilateral Craniomandibular Ankylosis in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Temporomandibularmandibular ankylosis also known as the craniomandibular joint (CMJ) ankylosis is a Greek terminology that means “stiff joint”. It is most commonly associated with trauma and to a lesser extent middle ear ... -
Myiasis in dogs in the greater Accra region of Ghana
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Myiasis is the infestation of tissues of live vertebrate animals and humans with dipterous larvae. In sub-Saharan Africa, Cordylobia anthropohaga and Cordylobia rodhaini are known to be responsible for cutaneous myiasis ... -
Randomized controlled trial on impacts of dairy meal feeding interventions on early lactation milk production in smallholder dairy farms of central Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)There is limited field-based research and recommendations on the effect of cattle feeding management practices on smallholder dairy farms (SDF) for the growing dairy industry in Kenya. This controlled trial aimed to determine ... -
Repositioning school based teacher management in Kenya: global practices and approaches
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Teacher resource is major in influencing the quantity and quality of teaching and learning in an educational institution. To achieve educational goals, effective management of this resource is vital. There is therefore ...