Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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Consumers’ awareness of the presence of pathogenic bacteria and pesticide residues on tomatoes sold in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Tomato consumed worldwide for its vitamins and bioactive elements can harbor postharvest bacteria and pesticide residues. A cross-sectional survey using a semi-structured questionnaire was done in 101 households in Kangemi ... -
Promoting acquisition of english language among pupils through the lens of active learning
(JPAHAP, 2021-08-31)The study focused on promoting acquisition of English language among pupils through the lens of active participation. The study was guided by three objectives: i To determine the extent to which the use of group discussions ... -
Children’s lens in reflective teaching approach: a Pre-School Children’s intervention for social emotional competences in Molo Sub-County, Kenya
(JPAHAP, 2021-08-31)The paper is derived from a study that examined use of children’s lens in a reflective teaching approach to enhance their learning of social emotional competences (SECs) in Molo Sub-County. The sample comprised of 73 ... -
Influence of Principals‟ Inspirational motivation on Students‟ Performance at Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in Public Secondary Schools, Kenya
(JPAHAP, 2021-04-30)Transformational leadership is an ideal attribute for principals in schools and the leadership dimension creates an environment in which learners can thrive academically and in all spheres of school life. The purpose of ... -
Effect of head teachers’ acquisition of teaching and learning resources on implementation of inclusive Education in Public Primary Schools in Nairobi City County
(JPAHAP, 2021-04-30)The study investigated the effect of head teachers’ acquisition of teaching and learning resources on inclusive education implementation to determine their management initiatives for resources mobilization to effectively ... -
Reflections on Potential of Collaboration between Kenyan Universities and Ministry of Education to Implement Basic Education Reforms
(JPAHAP, 2021-04-30)This reflection paper discusses some of the ways in which Kenyan Universities and the Ministry of Education can collaborate to implement basic education reform. The paper proposes that the first step should be to strengthen ... -
Online learning challenges, stress experience and coping strategies among University Students during the lockdown due to COVID- 19 Pandemic
(JPAHAP, 2021)The study investigated the types and levels of challenges of online learning and related coping strategies among Psychology students from the University of Nairobi. The study used a descriptive survey design. The sample ... -
Influence of total quality management and knowledge management on quality of University Academic Programmes: a literature review
(JPAHAP, 2021)Total Quality Management (TQM) and Knowledge Management (KM) have gained significance in the education sector for the last two decades. The purpose of this paper is to assess the application of TQM and KM principles in ... -
Factors impacting on diabetes knowledge, medication adherence and glycemic control among adult diabetics visiting a county teaching and referral hospital in Kenya: a cross-sectional study.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: optimal management of diabetes involves interplay between patients' understanding of their disease and medication adherence, which would eventually influence glycemic control. However, there is scant published ... -
Examination of WHO/INRUD Core Drug Use Indicators at Public Primary Healthcare Centers in Kisii County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Irrational drug use is a global problem. However, the extent of the problem is higher in low-income countries. This study sets out to assess and characterize drug use at the public primary healthcare centers ... -
Iron as the concert master in the pathogenic orchestra playing in sporadic Parkinson's disease
(University of Nairobi, 2021-10)About 60 years ago, the discovery of a deficiency of dopamine in the nigro-striatal system led to a variety of symptomatic therapeutic strategies to supplement dopamine and to substantially improve the quality of life of ... -
Depression and its associated factors: perceived stress, social support, substance use and related sociodemographic risk factors in medical school residents in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021-09)Background: Little data exists regarding depression and its associated factors in medical residents and doctors in Sub-Saharan Africa. Residents are at high risk of developing depression owing to the stressful nature of ... -
Status and process analysis of koche, a traditional pastoral meat product in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Meat is an important dietary component of the pastoral communities living in marginalized regions of Kenya. Indigenous meat processing, in particular koche processing, plays a significant role in the economic and social ... -
Effect Of Temperature On Desorption Isotherms For Beef
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Desorption isotherms of beef were determined by the standard static gravimetric technique, based on the use of saturated salt solutions with water activities from 0.05 to 0.9. Equilibrium moisture content of each sample ... -
Experimental evaluation of beef drying kinetics in a solar tunnel dryer
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This study focused on the experimental analysis on drying kinetics of beef in a solar tunnel dryer. During the drying process the parameters of drying air were monitored. Experimental drying curves were then determined. ... -
Processing variations, nutritional and sensory quality of ethnic deep-fried meats from Kenyan pastoral communities
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Deep-frying of meats has been done by indigenous pastoral communities from time immemorial for the unique taste, flavor, and exceptional shelf-stability. Traditional pastoral deep-fried meats have great potential as ... -
Molecular Detection of Cucumber Mosaic Virus and Tobacco Mosaic Virus Infecting African Nightshades (Solanum scabrum Miller)
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The two viruses cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) and tobacco mosaic virus (TMV) are among the major viruses that constrain the production of African nightshade (ANS). The ANS provides high proportions of micronutrient content ... -
Influence of variety endosperm type and seed moisture content on threshability and mechanical damage of sorghum seeds
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Sorghum is an important cereal crop and it is native in African tropical areas. It is a globally cultivated crop and the fifth most important cereal after maize, rice, wheat and barley. The objective of this study was to ... -
Detection of Potato virus Y associated with African nightshade leafy vegetable (Solanum scabrum miller) in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The African nightshades (ANS) have been part of the food systems in sub-Saharan Africa for generations. They are particularly attractive to small scale farmers because the risks of crop losses are much lower compared to ... -
Race Typing and Evaluation of Aggressiveness of Exserohilum turcicum Isolates of Kenyan, German and Austrian Origin
(University of Nairobi, 2010)Exserohilum turcicum the causal agent of northern corn leaf blight is a threat to corn production in many areas of the world. The pathogen has a high genetic variability in terms of virulence, genetic structure and several ...
