Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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The distribution, fate and effects of 14C-DDT in model Ecosystems simulating tropical fresh water Environment
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A framework for evaluating mobile learning (M-Learning)
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2012)Mobile learning (m-learning) is a methodology of supporting learning which is spontaneous, anywhere-anytime learning through the use of mobile technology. With the ubiquity of mobile phones and the broad availability of ... -
Determination of the levels of heavy metals in Suspended particulate matter (SPM) in Kibera (Nairobi)
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2000)High population density, industrialization and increased vehicle use have led to severe deterioration of air quality in most urban centres. The most obvious air pollutant is the increased load of suspended particulate ... -
Effects of O2 partial pressure and substrate temperature on optical properties of dc magnetron sputtered CuCrO2 and CuYO2 thin films
(Department of Physics, University of Nairobi, 2011)The effects of oxygen partial pressure and substrate temperature on optical properties of and thin films have been studied. The films were deposited on float glass substrate by reactive DC magnetron sputtering system using ... -
Characterisation of polymorpidsm within genes encoding bovine Fc gamma receptors CD16, CD32 and CD64
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2000)Fc gamma receptors (FcYR) are a group of transmembrane molecules that specifically bind immunoglobulins of the IgG isotypes via the Fc portion and mediate several immunological functions. These molecules have been extensively ... -
Dns survey on configurations, interdependencies, resilience and security. A case study of *.Ke domains
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2008)In this project, we present a survey on DNS Configurations, Interdependencies, Resilience and Security. The survey focuses on the *.ke Domains. The main intention was to establish whether the DNS configurations -for the ... -
Kinetic study of acid-catalysed rearrangements of 1,2-oxazines
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1993)A kinetic study of acid-catalysed rearrangement of 6-ethoxy-5,6- dihydro-3-para-substituted phenyl-4H-l ,2-oxazines (9) in methanol (MeOH), cyanomethane (MeCN) and in dimethylsulfoxide (M~SO) to 3,4-dihydro-2- methoxy ... -
Measurement of some air pollutants in selected Areas of Nairobi and its environs, and in other Selected industrial sites
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1999)A six-month field study was conducted in which air samples of known volume were scrubbed through specific trapping solutions at selected sites in Nairobi (Chiromo, Industrial Area and Kasarani), Nderi shopping centre, ... -
An assessment of coal from Mui basin as an alternative energy Resource for Kenya
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2009)A study was conducted in which Seventy nine samples of coal were collected from four different wells of the Mui basin between November, 2005 and July, 2006, and analyzed for calorific value, fixed carbon, moisture content, ... -
Mineral status of soils and forages in lake Nakuru national Park and implications to animal health
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1996)A study was conducted in which forty-four (44) soil and sixty-seven (67) forage samples were collected at different sites within the Lake Nakuru National Park. Sampling sites were classified in terms of distance from the ... -
The isolation and characterization of active hypoglycaemic component(s) from the extract of momordica charantia
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2000)Extracts of Momordica charantia fruit pulp and seed were tested for their hypoglycaemic affect on normal and diabetic rabbit models. Five types of extract were used. They were hexane, chloroform, methanol fresh fruit and ... -
The fate of ddt and chlorpyrifos applied to a model ecosystem simulating a tropical marine environment.
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1998) -
Assessment of the accuracy of the precis-regional climate model in simulating climate extremes over equatorial east Africa
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2011)This study aimed at assessing the performance of the PRECIS (Providing Regional Climate for Impact Studies) regional climate model (RCM) in simulating the extreme climate events in the equatorial East Africa region. The ... -
E-waste management frame work for Kenyan Universities
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2012)Electricals and electronic industry is one of the fastest growing industries which is largely due to technological advancement. This has resulted to computers and other related equipment becoming obsolete with a very ... -
Knowledge based system for valuation of government securities
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2004)The task addressed in this study is how to use a Knowledge Based System to determine the most appropriate rate of discounting government securities, a task undertaken by the Central Bank of Kenya on behalf of the Government ... -
Aircraft maintenance support system for a commonly used engine type
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2009)Aircraft fault isolation is an important function in aircraft maintenance. This project seeks to break new grounds in automation of this domain. AMSS is a system developed as a result of tapping the expert engineers' ... -
Development of integrated land information management system in Kenya
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2011)Land is a key asset of any country. It is one of the factors of production which includes labour and capital. It is critical for economic, social and political development of a country. There exists a correlation between ... -
A framework for integrating ICT in the teaching and learning process in primary teacher training colleges in Kenya
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2012)ICT was only recently introduced as a subject in PTTCs in 2004. The Ministry of Education (MOE) through the Kenya Education Sector Support Programme (KESSP) came up with plans to set up ICT infrastructure and provide ... -
Extraction of essential oils, and active compounds from Matricaria chamomillal and their application in toilet soap
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1997) -
Personalized,adaptive learning model developed as a service and deployed under intermittent internet connection conditions
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2011)E-leaming has been widely used by various institutions all over the world. This has been positively embraced by many people who are eager to acquire knowledge for various reasons. This Las attracted a lot of interest by ...
