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Sodium thiosulphate, a novel electrocatalyst in the electrosynthesis of electronically conducting polymer-polythiophene
(University of Nairobi, 2014)In this paper we report on the electrosynthesis of polythiophene from aqueous media with sulphuric acid as the supporting electrolyte. The redox features of polythiophene on a bare carbon graphite working electrode and ... -
Electroanaysis of Unconventional (herbal) Drugs Using Surface Modified Electrodes in Conjunction with Cycic Votammetry
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HPLC Analysis of azithromycin tablets and suspensions
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The transfer of health information to the rural community in the developing world
(1997)The achievement of a primary health care approach calls for professional partnership. Both government and non-governmental organizations have repackaged information into various formats which are used to transfer health ... -
Phylogeography in continuous space: coupling species distribution models and circuit theory to assess the effect of contiguous migration at different climatic periods on genetic differentiation in Busseola fusca (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)
(University Of Nairobi, 2014)Current population genetic models fail to cope with genetic differentiation for species with large, contiguous and heterogeneous distribution. We show that in such a case, genetic differentiation can be predicted at ... -
Seasonality And Occurrence Of Canine Babesiosis In Nairobi And Its Environs In Changing Climatic Patterns
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Canine babesiosis caused by different babesia species is a protozoal tick-borne disease with worldwide distribution and global significance. This study was carried out to establish the seasonality and occurrence of canine ... -
Ethno medicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological aspects of solanum incanum (lin.)
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Solanum incanum is used in Africa and other parts of world as a folklore remedy for various ailments that include; sore throat, angina, stomach ache, ear inflammation, snake bites, wounds, liver disorders, skin ailments ... -
Striga Asiatica Growth and Seed Production in Response to Organic and Inorganic P - Fertilizers(3)
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The measures for Striga management are hindered by a unique survival strategy of the weed, whereby it produces large amount of seeds. Therefore, prevention of further build up of the Striga seed bank through control measures ... -
Influence of Television on the Sexual Behavior of Young Women in Mlolongo Township of Machakos County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The research set out to analyze the influence of television messages on sexual behavior of young women aged between 15 and 24 in Mlolongo Township in Machakos County, Kenya. The objective was to investigate the relevance ... -
Serologic testing algorithm for recent HIV seroconversion in estimating incidence of HIV-1 among adults visiting a VCT centre at a Kenyan tertiary health institution.
(University of Nairobi, 2009-05)OBJECTIVE: To determine HIV high risk groups among adults visiting Kenyatta National Hospital Voluntary Counselling and Testing Centre by use of Serologic Testing Algorithm for Recent HIV Seroconversion (STARHS). DESIGN: A ... -
Mapping of poverty and likely zoonoses hotspots
(University of Nairobi, 2012)The objective of this report is to present data and expert knowledge on poverty and zoonoses hotspots to inform prioritisation of study areas on the transmission of disease in emerging livestock systems in the developing ... -
Zoonosis emergence linked to agricultural intensification and environmental change
(University of Nairobi, 2013)A systematic review was conducted by a multidisciplinary team to analyze qualitatively best available scientific evidence on the effect of agricultural intensification and environmental changes on the risk of zoonoses for ... -
Average daily gain of local pigs on rural and peri-urban smallholder farms in two districts of Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013)he objective of this study was to determine the average daily gain (ADG) of pigs on rural and peri-urban smallholder farms in two districts of Western Kenya, in order to establish a baseline to measure the impact of ... -
African Experiences Of Humanitarian Cardiovascular Medicine: A Kenyan Perspective
(University of Nairobi, 2012-09)The burden of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) is on the rise in Kenya; this is in tandem with that of other non-communicable diseases. Most cardiovascular services are available in the main cities (Nairobi and Mombasa), but ... -
A Review of Sediment Gas Cycling in Lakes with Reference to Lake Victoria and Sediment Gas Measurements in Lake Tanganyika
(University of Nairobi, 2002)Little is known about gases in the sediments or the water column of African lakes. Considering the importance of lakes as life-supporting resources, these are critically neglected areas of limnologic investigation. The ... -
Use of labour induction and risk of cesarean delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)Background: Induction of labour is common, and cesarean delivery is regarded as its major complication. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate whether the risk of cesarean delivery is higher or ... -
Remote Sensing of African Lakes: A Review
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The optical complexity and small size of inland waters make the application of remote sensing more challenging than for the open ocean. However, in Africa, where in situ monitoring of important water bodies is financially, ... -
Immunisation of goats against contagious caprine pleuropneumonia using sonicated antigens of F-38 strain of mycoplasma
(University of Nairobi, 1984)Three groups of 15 goats each were immunised against contagious caprine pleuropneumonia (CCPP) using sonicated antigens of the F-38 strain of mycoplasma incorporated in incomplete Freund's adjuvant (IFA), emulsified in ... -
The effect of lowland rice cropping intensity on the workability of a Vertisol
(University of Nairobi, 1993)The effect of lowland rice cropping intensity on the workability of a vertisol was determined under no-cropping, single cropping and double cropping of this crop in the Kano plains, Western Kenya. Soil chemical analysis ...
