Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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A taxonomic survey of macrofungi of Karura forest, with. Particular reference to the gasteromycetes
(University of Nairobi, 1993) -
A case study for the manufacture of sodium hydrogen carbonate
(University of Nairobi, 1990)Sodium hydrogen carbonate is used extensively in the baking and pharmaceutical industries, where it is required in very high purity. Commercially, it is prepared through the solvay process. In this project methods of ... -
The effects of ascorbic acid on the immune system of the guinea pig (cavia porcel.Lusi)
(University of Nairobi, 1993)A review of the literature shows that vitamin C has a positive effect on some mechanisms of both natural and acquired resistance against infection. The specif ic effects of ascorbic acid in these processes have ... -
Ultrasonic characterization of Kenyan clay refractories
(University of Nairobi, 1994)Characterization of ceramic antibacterials important in order to improve their quality. In this study ultrasonic nondestructive technique has been used to characterize some Kenyan clay refractories. Ultrasonic parameters ... -
Grazing speed : the test of a model
(University of Nairobi, 1991) -
Application of tetralinylamines as carboxamide protecting groups in peptide synthesis
(University of Nairobi, 1988) -
Application of regression analysis and the analysis of variance to forest data
(University of Nairobi, 1989) -
Plama Cortisol, Luteinizing Hormonetestosterone Levels in Human African Trypanosomiasis Patiants From Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1993) -
The Fate Of DDT And Chlorpyrifos Applied To A Model Ecosystem Simulating A Tropical Marine Environment
(University of Nairobi, 1998) -
Investigating the Effect of Climate Variability Maize Yield in Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The knowledge of climate variability is essential for successful agriculture, especial by rain fed crops. The goal of this research was to investigate the effect of climate variability and change on maize yield in Rwanda. ... -
Litho-seismo Stratigraphy and Basin Analysis of the Sirius 1 Prospect, Chalbi Sub Basin, Northern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In recent years, global exploration for hydrocarbon accumulations in commercial quantities has become increasingly difficult, and as a result, exploration projects have extended into more geologically challenging areas. ... -
Longevity Risk and Private Pension Funds- Analysis of Longevity Risk Using the Renshaw-haberman Model
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Longevity risk is a main topic of study abroad and has just started being a point of analysis in third world countries. Due to the increase in life expectance there has been a strain on the national pension funds and ... -
Experience Rating in Motor Insurance Industry Using Glm
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Motor insurance is a necessity in most States and thus records an overwhelming number of claims in any given period. Actuaries therefore need to determine a reward structure in a manner that is fair to the policyholder ... -
Estimating Adolescents Fertility in Kenya Using Poisson and Negative Binomial Regression Models With 2014 Dhs Data
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Due to non-functioning and incomplete vital registration systems in many developing countries, estimates of adolescents‟ fertility rate is by indirect methods which derive data from retrospective information obtained during ... -
An Analysis and Densification of Continuously Operating Reference Stations Cors in Nairobi and Its Environs: a Geospatial Information System Gis Approach
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Positioning and navigation has revolutionized from traditional surveying approaches, due to the significant developments in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). The endorsement of Continuously Operational Reference ... -
Distributions Arising From Birth and Death Processes at Equilibrium and Their Extensions
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The goal of this project, is to demonstrate the use of special functions; in this case - hypergeometric function in statistics. We start by deriving the basic di erence di erential equations for birth and death processes ... -
Pricing of Micro-insurance Product for Medical Insurance in Kenya Using Black-scholes Model
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Insurance is increasingly becoming more of a commodity, with customers often choosing their insurer purely on the basis of price. New products are being developed every day to meet the growing demands of the growing workforce ... -
Slope Stability Analysis Using Tectostructural and Geotechnical Parameters: a Case Study of Tshondo Area, South-kivu Region (DRC)
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study area is located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, along the western branch of the East African Rift. The problem within this highly strained zone, is the lack of knowledge on slope stability and the diversity ... -
Optical and Electrical Characterization of Cu2znsns4 Deposited by Silar Technique
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Currently, Copper Indium Gallium Sulphide (CIGS) is the most efficient thin film material used as an absorber layer in photovoltaic solar cells. Unfortunately, the material poses a challenge in the future sustainability ... -
Knowledge Management Systems for the Kenya Police Service
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Police forces around the world engage in a variety of activities. Many of these activities, such as roadblocks, arrests, and increased police presence in problem areas, are reactive, but there are also many proactive ...
