Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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Open source implementation of business intelligence system for Kenyan universities: a case of the technical university of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Latest technological advancements in computer storage, networking and processor speeds have enabled organizations to develop innovative ways to intelligently collect data that was not possible before. However, this has ... -
Modelling An Instructional Design And Delivery Model For Mobile Learning
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Mobile learning empowers learners to acquire knowledge anywhere and anytime. Using mobile technologies in a well-designed instructional and delivery system can highly complement if not replace traditional teaching ... -
Screening and isolation of γ-hexachlorocyclohexane degrading bacteria from contaminated soil in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-06)The organochlorine insecticide Lindane is the γ-isomer of hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH). It is among the most distributed and frequently detected organochlorine pollutants in the environment. Consequently it has been flagged ... -
Modelling the relationship between farmer attitude towards farming, and on farm practice a case study of smallholder farmers in Tanzania
(University of Nairobi, 2015-07)Different models have been used in analysing agricultural data to establish level of agricultural productivity given various factors including land size, use of inputs, use of extension and modern technology, labour, ... -
Using GIS in urban storm water management: a case study of south c estate, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015-06)With the growth of towns, storm water management has become more and more challenging especially in the urban areas of developing countries. This is characterized by urban explosion over a short period of time giving rise ... -
Markov chains and mixed poisson distributions in the no claims discount systems
(University of Nairobi, 2015-06)Most NCD systems are unfair to either or both parties. Most systems are that of the simple random walk model, whereby in case of a claim, the policyholder moves down a discount level and vice versa. Then there are the ... -
Factors affecting foraging and reproductive success of Kittlitz’s Plover (Charadrius pecuarius TEMMINCK) at two soda lakes in eastern Rift Valley, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Ground nesting shorebirds are perennially at risk from an array of threats arising from activities of humans, other animals and climate induced factors. People and wild animals can destroy nests and kill young birds as ... -
Forecasting mortality rates and modeling longevity risk using lee carter model
(University of Nairobi, 2015-07)The retirement benefits provided by annuity providers and pension plans imply are often guaranteed until the death of the pensioners. Trends in mortality/longevity have clearly emerged as a result of increase in life ... -
A neural network implementation for near real time tropospheric water vapour profiling over Nairobi using ground-based gps receiver
(University of Nairobi, 2015)A remote sensing tool employing an Artificial Neural Networks algorithm was proposed for near real time determination of the relative humidity profile using Global Positioning System (GPS) data recorded by a ground-based ... -
Development of an unemployment insurance product
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This paper is about the development of unemployment insurance product. This is done by first getting the benefit, which will be valued as an annuity. Also, we will introduce adjustment factors that will in essence reduce ... -
A social media sentiment analysis model to support marketing intelligence in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-06)ABSTRACT Over a decade ago, what commenced as a collection of individual musings scattered across the internet has since evolved into the de facto voice of the global public. It is called social media. The use of social ... -
Implementation framework for information systems policy for fraud control in credit unions
(University of Nairobi, 2015-01)A gap exists of implementing IS policy making it difficult to achieve desired impact of securing Systems. The resultant problem is fraud which prevails in organizations even though there are documented policies. Four ... -
Impact of technology growth on demand for currency in circulation in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Kenya has undergone major technological developments in banking sector which has increased efficiency, effectiveness and more so introduction of new forms of payments and new products in the banking sector. Technology ... -
Covariates and risks of birth order transitions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The general objective of this study was an investigation of some of the key factors determining transition between births among women of reproductive age in Kenya. For this purpose, data from Kenya Demographic and Health ... -
IT Risk Management in E-Governance: Case for the Cargo Clearance Process in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)Governments all over the world are embracing e-governance by integrating information technology in their operations in an effort to improve quality of services, accountability and efficiency. Traditionally IT risk ... -
Households’ vulnerability and adaptation to water scarcity in rural areas Katsina state, Nigeria
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Water supply is one of the world’s most pressing issues of the 21st century and its scarcity and consequent stress is now the single greatest threat to human health, the environment, global food supply as well as economic ... -
Assessing the temporal and spatial characteristics of rainfall and temperature over south Sudan
(University of Nairobi, 2015-07)Climate extremes including droughts, floods, and high/low temperatures are recurrent in southern Sudan and whenever they occur, they are associated with many socio-economic miseries. Recent assessment by IPCC, (2013) has ... -
Using poisson and exponential mixtures in estimating automobile insurance premiums.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The main purpose of this project was to design an optimal bonus malus system that incorporates both the number of claims and the claim size. Majority of insurance companies charge premiums based on the number of accidents. ... -
Assessment of temperature and precipitation extremes over Kenya using the coordinated regional downscaling experiment model outputs
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Climate related extremes such as floods and droughts have presented significant challenges to nations worldwide and especially developing countries. Kenya is not an exception to the effect of the periodic extremes in ... -
Use of Geospatial technology in rainwater harvesting: case study of Karapul sub-location, Siaya county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Kenya is currently experiencing growing pressure on water resources caused by increasing water demand for agricultural, domestic and industrial consumption. This has been brought about due the effects of climate change ...
