Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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An investigation of constraints and opportunities in setting up hygiene standards in Somalia meat export industry
(2015)The study, intervention, data collection and analysis lasted nearly five years from mid 2008 upto the end of 2012. It examined practices that should normally be undertaken to ensure hygiene production of meat. These include ... -
E-verification-A case of academic testimonials
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Recruitment and selection is a core process for any organization as it serves to provide the organisation with the sufficient number of staff that has the appropriate qualities in terms of skills and experience. In such ... -
Mapping spatial - temporal variations of phosphate, sulphate, nitrate and escherichia coli (e.Coli) pollution in Ngong river, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The spatial and temporal variations of phosphates, nitrates, sulphates and E. coli in water and sediment from Motoine-Ngong River system were investigated in this study. 13 sampling sites were selected between Motoine ... -
Assessment of the forecasting skill of fog over Kigali International Airport (KIA)
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This research work reviews forecasting for fog, in general, and particularly it focuses on methods used to forecast, accuracy of the forecast and occurrences of fog. Performing time series and skills analysis help us to ... -
Child protection, surveillance and decision support management information system (CPSMIS) for Nairobi children's home
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Characteristics Of Extreme Rainfall Events Over Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The objective of this study was to analyze the characteristics of extreme rainfall events over Rwanda. The monthly rainfall data from 1971 to 201 4 was obtained from Rwanda Meteorology Agency, Kigali. The wind, sea level ... -
Utilization of Kwale ilmenite ore in production of refractory firebricks
(University of Nairobi, 2015)In this study, Kwale Ilmenite Ore, Eburru Kaolin, Eburru Fireclay and Mukurweini Ball Clay were used to formulate refractory firebricks for incinerator internal lining. The effects of particle size distribution, water ... -
An E-Corruption Control Framework For The Kenya Public Sector
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Information security is subjective and contextual therefore, every organizations approach to a security strategy should be different and customized accordingly, because each organization has its own threats risks and ... -
Design and Fabrication of an Injection Moulding Machine
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Plastic waste remains an environmental menace around the world but more so in Sub-Saharan Africa. In Kenya, recycling of plastics has been adopted notably for making fencing posts, and this has been an object for job ... -
Efficacy of coconut oil in control of tungiases
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The determinants of electronic health information systems (EHIS) adoption and usage from healthcare providers’ staff perspective: Case study of Kenyans health sector
(University of Nairobi, 2015-07)Quality healthcare is the extent to which health services provided to individuals and patient populations improve desired health outcomes. Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) specifically Electronic Health ... -
Ecological Niche Modeling Of Malaria Vector Distribution For Climate Change Adaptation In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study employed Ecological Niche Modeling (ENM), a technique that encompasses a suite of tools that relate known occurrences of species or phenomena to raster geographic information system layers that summarize ... -
Plane Hurwitz Number
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The main objects in this thesis are meromorphic functions obtained as projections to a p encil of lines through a p oi nt in P2. The general goal is to understand how a given a meromorphic function f ∶ X → P1 can be ... -
Analysis of KCSE performance in Nakuru County: A generalized estimating equations Approach.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)In the Kenyan education system, progression in tertiary education is dependent on a standardized national examination administered by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC). The ministry of education guidelines ... -
Using A Mobile Based Communication System To Find Missing People
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Being out of touch with a loved one is concerning in itself, but during times of political dysfunction, violence, and natural disasters, not hearing from someone you care about is terrifying. People go missing from their ... -
Assessment Of Water Quality Trends Using Remote Sensing Data “Case Study Of Lake Naivasha In The Rift Valley Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study was conducted using remote sensing data for the establishment of water quality trends of Lake Naivasha from 2003 to 2011. Laboratory analysis was also conducted for three months from September 2014 to November ... -
Motorcycle public transport services in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The study was conducted in Kitale Municipality to determine the level of compliance with road safety regulations among public motorcycle transport operators. The research study had three objectives. The first objective ... -
Intelligent support in group work in online collaborative learning environment
(University of Nairobi, 2015-03)The increased demand for higher education has made online learning popular and appealing to many stakeholders including working staff and students. Though online learning has gained popularity, it is still being criticized ... -
Adsorption and photodegradation of pesticide residues in selected plants grown in organic container garden: food security phenomenon
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This work focuses on the fate of pesticide residues mainly; pentachlorophenol, lambda cyhalothrin, chlorothalonil and chlorpyrifos in organic container farming in soil and crop surfaces. Adsorption of pesticide residues, ... -
Evaluation of the composition, physico-chemical characteristics, surfactant and anti-microbial potential of commiphora abyssinica gum resin
(University of Nairobi, 2015)In this study, the exudates of C. abyssinica were identified and collected from different geographical locations in Kajiado County. Air-dried gum resin was ground and then macerated using different solvent systems with ...
