Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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Spatial and Temporal Variation of Livestock Predation by Large Carnivores Around Amboseli National Park - Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Most large mammalian carnivores are in global decline, partly due to their involvement in livestock predation. Research that advances our understanding of predator livestock interaction is crucial to conflict mitigation ... -
An Algorithm for Identity Theft Mitigation: Keypoint Signature Verification
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The existence of identity theft in society has become a major concern due to the effects it causes to those that are affected by it, more especially in the financial sector. Thus this thesis establishes the existence of ... -
Ambient Learning Model For Research Project Supervision Support: An Application Of Mobile Phone-centric Ambient Intelligence Technologies In ‘mobile-rich’ Universities.
(University of Nairobi, 2016-08)Although there is high penetration of mobile phones among students in East African universities (‘mobile-rich’), there is a certain category of students, such as research students, that do not own a personal computer ... -
Diversity Of Weed And Their Integrated Management Practices In Paddy Rice (Oryza Sativa) Production
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Weed has become a major threat in rice cultivation and its effects continue to cause enormous yield, quality and quantity loss. The above has over time been a major concern for a rice farmer since the advent of agriculture ... -
The Effects Of Employee Layoffs Announcements On Stock Returns Of Firms Listed At The Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This paper deliberates on the effects of announcements of employee layoffs on short term stock price of firms listed at the NSE. These market responses to announcements of layoffs are as a result of investors’ perception ... -
Analysis of Credit Risk on Bank Loans Using Cox's Proportional Hazards Model Masters of Science in Social Statistics
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Globally the prioritization of road projects faces significant challenges due to the non-inclusion of key indicators that can assist informed decisions on which roads to be undertaken first. In developed countries, the ... -
The Pls-pm Approach to Causal Modeling: an Analysis of Learners' Achievement in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Examination of 2014
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Students' performance in mathematics and sciences is closely associated with the scienti c and technological innovations worldwide.The Government of Kenya recognizes the important role mathematics and science must play ... -
Determinants of Green Information Technology Awareness Among Top 100 Mid-sized Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study sought to establish the determinants of Green IT awareness among Top 100 Mid-Sized Firms in Kenya. This study sought to achieve five specific research objectives: to establish the level of Green IT knowledge ... -
Modeling Multidimensional Indicators of Poverty in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Poverty is a condition in which a person or community is lacking the basic needs required for a minimum standard of well-being. Poverty can be measured using eco- nomic, social and environmental indicators. Past research ... -
Multivariate Calibration Techniques for Infrared Spectroscopy Data
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In this thesis, use of multivariate statistical methods for predicting soil properties from infrared spectroscopy data is addressed. Different methods for analyzing complex data and analysis tools to address the computational ... -
Numerical Bifurcation Analysis For Advective-Diffusive Equations In Climate Modelling
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The earth's climate system is a highly complex, interconnected system formed by the atmosphere, land surface, ocean and snow together with all living organisms and powered by the solar radiation. Mathematical models have ... -
Assessment Of Conservation Agriculture As An Adaptation Option To Climate Change In The Taita Hills, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Climate Change and Variability affects water supply and food security, especially in developing countries where many small-scale farmers rely on rain-fed agriculture for food production and as a main source of livelihood. ... -
Determination of Moisture and Temperature Variation in Wet Grains Over Time and Space to Effect Desiccant Drying
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The aim of this study was to establish the best position to place super absorbent polymer (SAP)in an experimental granary for effective and economical drying. To achieve the aim of the study moisture migration and ... -
Prevalence and Intensity of Entamoeba Histolytica in Patients Attending Health Centres in Mathare Slums, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Entamoeba histolytica being an intestinal pathogenic parasite is the causative agent of amoebiasis. It has been reported to cause acute health challenges to various individuals in developing nations, especially those living ... -
Heavy Metals in Sugarcane Juice and Soils: a Comparative Study of Part of Nairobi River Basin and Nyahururu Farms
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The contamination of food is increasingly becoming a concern in developing countries due to the mounting amounts of heavy metals in urban environments. Juices are common beverages in the usual diet and contribute significantly ... -
Ict Framework For Adoption In The Dissemination Of Agricultural Information In Kenya :( Case Study Of Agricultural Development Corporation)
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The agricultural sector in Kenya is critical to the economy and it faces numerous challenges and constraints in the application and use of ICTs in the dissemination of agricultural information. Farmers are working in an ... -
Cloud Computing Governance Readiness Assessment: Case Study Of A Local Airline Company
(University of Nairobi, 2016-04)Cloud computing has emerged as an important platform to organizations seeking innovative ways to save money and increase the trust and value of their information systems. It has shifted the traditional IT paradigm by ... -
Reproductive Biology And Population Ecology Of Senegalia Senegal (L.) Britton Within Lake Baringo Woodland Ecosystem, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Senegalia senegal (L.) Britton is an economically important dryland tree species known for gum arabic production and soil fertility enhancement. However, the species is currently under considerable ecological threat due ... -
Teacher Attrition Using Univariate Frailty Model
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Researchers and policy developers have done a lot of studies on the reasons fueling teacher attrition in secondary schools. I contribute to these findings by evaluating the influence of gender, marital status, teaching ... -
Influence Of Technology-Organization-External Environment On Adoption Of Enterprise Mobility Management Solutions: A Case Of Organizations In Kenya.
(University Of Nairobi, 2015)The words on everybody’s lips in the enterprise world is ‘mobility’ but again the questions follow on how secure are we as we have data being accessed anywhere anytime. Gone are the days when information was on total ...
