Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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Hardening the Software Defined Network [sdn] Controller Using Border Gateway Protocol [BGP]
(University of Nairobi, 2018)From a necessity, with reference to Network Facilities Providers [NFPs], to adapt to automated and scalable networks, the computing industry did introduce Software Defined Networking [SDN]. It improves on packet transport ... -
Determinants Of Choice Of Marketing Channels Among Potato Farmers In Musanze District, Rwanda: Evidence After The 2015 Potato Market Reforms
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Marketing plays an important role in poverty alleviation through the generation of employment and improvement of household income. It connects input and output markets as demand for modern agricultural technologies accelerate ... -
Antibiotic Resistance Phenotypes And Genotypes Of Staphylococcus Aureus Isolated From Milk Submitted To The Central Veterinary Laboratories
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Bovine milk provides an ideal environment for the spread and exchange of genetic material between bacterial species therefore constituting a significant reservoir for antibiotic resistant Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). ... -
_Between transcriptional Comparison Of The Immune System Of HIV-Exposed Uninfected And HIV-Uninfected Infants In Kilifi,Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Vertical transmission of HIV -1 has reduced over the years due to the introduction of prevention mechanism such as HAART obstetrics management and reduced breastfeeding .This has led to a decrease in the HIV infected ... -
Using An Ecosystem Approach To Understand The Link Between Artisanal Capture Fishing And Malaria On Mageta Island In Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In this study an ecosystem approach was employed to understand the association between artisanal capture fishing (ACF) and the problem of malaria on Mageta Island in western Kenya. In this work and in the local context, ... -
Modelling Multi-Drug Resistance During Chemotherapy Of Animal African Trypanosomiasis In Kwale, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Multi-drug resistance (MDR) has complicated treatment and control of numerous infectious diseases. The extent and rate of increase of MDR varies widely with different drug-pathogen combinations. Each year, animal African ... -
Molecular Characterization of Kenyan Common Bean Germplasm Using Ssr and Peroxidase Gene Markers
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a legume of high nutritional value and the most important legume worldwide for direct human consumption. It serves as a principal source of protein, starch, vitamins, folate and minerals ... -
Application of Linear-array Refraction Microtremor in Determining Shear Wave Velocity in Urban Settings: a Case Study of Nakuru Municipality, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This dissertation presents the results of a ReMi survey conducted in Nakuru Municipality, in Nakuru County, Kenya. Nakuru Municipality is located in the tectonically active rift valley of Kenya with a significantly higher ... -
Electrocatalytic Decomposition of Tetrachlorvinphos in Acetonitrile-water Media Using Cyanocobalamin
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study investigated the electrocatalytic degradation of tetrachlorvinphos pesticide standard in acetonitrile-water media using cyanocobalamin catalyst. It was initiated by reports recorded from various consumers who ... -
Auto-etl: a Generic Methodology for Transforming Entity-attribute-value (Eav) Data Model Into Flat Tables Using Form Metadata to Optimize Report Generation. A Case Study of Kenya EMR
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The use of Entity Attribute Value (EAV) data model is strongly favored by the existing research in both medical and other domains because of its flexibility and extensible nature that makes it suitable for storing highly ... -
A Design of an Ip Voice Communication System for Air Traffic Control by Use of Open Source Software
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The aim of this paper is to suggest a design of an IP based Voice Communication System for Air Traffic Control by use of Open source software. With the advent of new VOIP standard for Air Traffic Control, it has resulted ... -
A Prototype for Monitoring Service Delivery by Citizens in County Government in Kenya Based on Service Oriented Architecture a Case Study of Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In 2010, a new constitution was promulgated bringing in a devolved system of government, decentralizing decisions and services at local level of governance. The county government is constituted to provide service to citizens. ... -
Enhancement Of Colonisation Of Soybean Roots By Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Using Vermicompost And Biochar
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Application of organic matter and use of mycorrhiza have been recommended as ways of improving plant growth and increasing yields. The aim of the study was to investigate the effect of organic amendments on colonisation ... -
Body Size Differentiations In Male Common Stonechat (Saxicola Torquata Axillaris) Sub-Populations In Different Open Habitats In Kenya.
(UoN, 2018)Studies on how body size and shape of animals are influenced by selective pressures such as habitats, mates, foraging and migration, are of key importance in understanding the ultimate causes promoting biometric and ... -
Assessing The Solar Energy Resource Potential In Trans-Nzoia County For Decentralized Domestic Power Generation
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The main economic activity in Trans-Nzoia County is maize farming. The cost of farming has been rising annually while the yield and maize price keep fluctuating thus making life hard for the people there. Considering that ... -
Phytochemical Investigation of Selected Plants in the Families Anacardiaceae and Easterner for Bioactive Principles
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This thesis describes an investigation of two plants from Anacardiaceae plant family namely Lannea rivae (Chiov) Sacleux and Lannea schweinfurthii (Engl.) Engl. and three other plants from Asteraceae family; Psiadia ... -
Synthesis And Antiglycemic Activity Of In Silico Designed Analogues Of Allylpropyldisulphide
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Diabetes is a major global health challenge. The disease has a high prevalence mainly due to change in lifestyle associated with improved economic growth. Sulfonylurea monotherapy, sulfonylurea-biguanide combination ... -
Laser Raman Microspectrometric Assessment Of Uranium Forensics Signature In Aerosols Over A Model Nuclear Atmosphere
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Nuclear forensics relies on environmental sampling to detect undeclared nuclear activities. In the nuclear fuel cycle, mining and processing of uranium is accompanied by immobilization and translocation of uranium to the ... -
Empirical Analysis Of Seasonal Rainfall Variability And Its Associated Effects On Major Food Crop Yields In Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Droughts are common in the lowland areas in the east of Rwanda while floods are frequently observed in the high grounds to the west and north of the country, which may lead to severe negative effects on agriculture during ... -
Geochemical Evaluation Of The Hydrocarbon Potential Of Source Rocks In The Anza Basin
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Geochemical analysis of source rocks is a method used to estimate and understand the formation of hydrocarbons (if any) in the rock samples. Over time, technology applied has improved and it is now possible to quantitatively ...
