Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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New typology and origin of tsavorite based on trace-element chemistry
(University of Nairobi, 2014)New electron-microprobe analyses of ‘tsavorites’ from the Neoproterozoic Metamorphic Mozambique Belt deposits allow the characterization of green grossular according to its trace-element chemistry (V, Cr, Mn). Five chemical ... -
Woozles: Their role in custody law reform, parenting plans, and family court
(2014)In the international debates on custody law reform and in individual custody decisions in families and in courts worldwide, social science research is often misused and abused. In this article I describe the process by ... -
The extent to which public universities in Kenya experience managerial and environmental challenges
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The environment in which organisations operate is continuously changing, thereby posing challenges to the organisations, and higher education institutions are no exception. This study was undertaken to understand ... -
Coping strategies adopted by public universities in Kenya in response to environmental changes
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study was undertaken to establish strategies adopted by public universities in Kenya in response to changes in the environment. The study design was descriptive and utilized a cross-sectional survey of all the public ... -
Promoting reproductive options for HIV‐affected couples in sub‐Saharan Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)HIV-affected couples face unique challenges that require access to information and reproductive services to prevent HIV transmission to the uninfected partner and offspring while allowing couples to fulfil their reproductive ... -
Water pipe smoking: an emerging trend with detrimental consequences.
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Assessment of compliance to sustainable development on mining activities in Tanzania: A case study of Kahama District
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This paper is based on the findings of a study undertaken to assess the compliance to sustainable development on mining activities in Kahama District. The study aimed at investigating how Buzwagi and Bulyanhulu mining ... -
PrEP is Efficacious for HIV-1 prevention among Women using DMPA for Contraception
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)Objective To evaluate pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) efficacy for HIV-1 prevention among women using depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) for contraception and men whose HIV-1 infected partners use DMPA. Design ... -
Acquisition of antigens by airway dendritic cells. Do we know enough?
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The respiratory system is endowed with a number of structural and functional barriers that protect it against harmful and innocuous material from taking advantage of its vast surface area to gain access into the organism. ... -
Harnessing the power of social media in optimizing health outcomes.
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HIV, violence and women: Unmet mental health care needs
(University of Nairobi, 2014-12)Background HIV-infected (HIV+) women have high rates of Gender Based Violence (GBV). Studies of GBV find that approximately 50–90% of survivors develop mood and anxiety disorders. Given that women in sub-Saharan African ... -
Brine shrimp cytotoxicity and antimalarial activity of plants traditionally used in treatment of malaria in Msambweni district.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Abstract Context: In Kenya, most people use traditional medicine and medicinal plants to treat many diseases including malaria. To manage malaria, new knowledge and products are needed. Traditional herbal medicine has ... -
Infrastructural development using stabilized soil blocks as a tool for climate change mitigation and sustainable development in Malawi
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Malawi has embarked on an economic growth strategy in order to meet the Millennium Development Goals by year 2015.In its strategic plans; infrastructure development has been marked as one important factor for achievement ... -
Randomized trial of periodic presumptive treatment with high-dose intravaginal metronidazole and miconazole to prevent vaginal infections in HIV-negative women.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)BACKGROUND: Vaginal infections are common, frequently recur, and may increase women's risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). We tested the efficacy of a novel regimen to prevent recurrent vaginal infections ... -
Genetic diversity of African sorghum ('Sorghum bicolor' L. Moench) accessions based on microsatellite markers
(2014)Genetic diversity plays an important role in selection of parental stocks in plant breeding. Sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench] breeding initiatives have been constrained by lack of information on genetic diversity of ... -
Changes in Glomerular Kidney Function Among HIV-1-Uninfected Men and Women Receiving Emtricitabine-Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate Preexposure Prophylaxis: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Importance: Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) use has been associated with declines in the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) when used as part of antiretroviral treatment by persons with human immunodeficiency ... -
Effects of soil erosion on sediment dynamics, food security and rural poverty in Makueni District
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Makueni District has experienced low crop production per unit area despite increased hectarage under crop production. The district relies heavily on farming for food and income generating activities for the households. However, ... -
Exploring Variability in Care Between Hospitals Using Malaria Process Indicators Using Data From a Cross-Sectional Survey of 22 Hospitals
(University of Nairobi, 2014-08)INTRODUCTION: Great efforts have been undertaken to develop and distribute clinical guidelines in Kenya to support provision of standardized, evidence based care. Supervision reports however suggest great variability in ... -
Effects of socio - economic factors on food security situation in Kenyan dry lands ecosystem
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This paper is based on a study carried out in 2011 to examine the effects of socio-economic factors on food security situation in the Kenyan dry lands ecosystem using Tseikuru division as case study. Using a wide palette ... -
Access to improved santation: implication for sustainable implementation of hygiene practices in secondary schools in Machakos county
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The purpose of the study was to investigate the extent to which access to improved sanitation influences the implementation of hygiene practices in public secondary schools in Machakos County with a view to come up with ...
