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Utilizing milk from pooling facilities as a novel approach for foot-and-mouth disease surveillance.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study investigated the potential of pooled milk as an alternative sample type for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) surveillance. Real-time RT-PCR (rRT-PCR) results of pooled milk samples collected weekly from five pooling ... -
The Role Of Devolution In Advancing Democratic Governance In Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Devolved democratic governance has continuously been embraced by many nation states as a response to the abuse of authority by the ruling elites as well as a means of promoting effectiveness and efficiency in governance ... -
Quality of Sleep and Burnout Among Undergraduate Medical Students at the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2019)In a pressure prevailing environment, medical students find themselves in a vicious cycle of cutting down on sleep in attempts to cope and adjust to increasing workloads. Students with poor sleep quality have been found ... -
Promoting Security In Africa Through Effective Counter Cyber Terrorism Strategies
(University of Nairobi, 2019)At the heart of cyber-attacks is the threat of terrorism, which is trying to achieve a political effect by creating fear in the population. Kenya, as a society, is becoming increasingly dependent on the Internet in everything ... -
Subclinical Atherosclerosis in Diabetic Patients in Knh Diabetic Outpatient Clinic
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Influence of Temperature on the Interaction for Resource Utilization Between Fall Armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), and a Community of Lepidopteran Maize Stemborers Larvae
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Intra- and interspecific interactions within communities of species that utilize the same resources are characterized by competition or facilitation. The noctuid stemborers, Busseola fusca and Sesamia calamistis, and the ... -
A Case Of The Diminishing Water Resources In The Mau Forest
(University of Nairobi, 2019)I set out to carry out a research on the threats of environmental degradation on human security in Kenya with a focus on the diminishing water reserves of Mau Forest. I was guided by the following research questions: ... -
An Evaluation of Inotropic Use Post- Cardiac Surgery at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: Cardiac Surgery in Kenya has evolved over the past few decades amid a myriad of challenges. One of these challenges appears to be low cardiac output syndrome as well as the minimum availability of published ... -
The Phytochemical Composition of Melia volkensii and Its Potential for Insect Pest Management.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Due to potential health and environmental risks of synthetic pesticides, coupled with their non-selectivity and pest resistance, there has been increasing demand for safer and biodegradable alternatives for insect pest ... -
Bioprospecting Staphylococcus Phages with Therapeutic and Bio-Control Potential.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is a serious threat to the public health. This is also true for Staphylococcus aureus and other staphylococci. Staphylococcus phages Stab20, Stab21, Stab22, and Stab23, were ... -
Gender Differences in the Pattern of Socio-Demographics Relevant to Metabolic Syndrome Among Kenyan Adults with Central Obesity at a Mission Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Abstract INTRODUCTION: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a risk factor for cardiovascular-related morbidity and mortality. Although the risk factors for MetS are well documented, differences in gender-based demographics ... -
Synthesis, structural assignments and antiinfective activities of 3-O-benzyl-carvotacetone and 3-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-5-methyl-p-benzoquinone.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)In an attempt to synthesize carvotacetone analogues, new 3-O-benzyl-carvotacetone (10) and previously reported 3-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-5-methyl-p-benzoquinone (11) were synthesized from piperitone (7). In this work, we ... -
Sunscreen products: Rationale for use, formulation development and regulatory considerations.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The association of sunrays with skin damage have been known since medieval times. The description of the electromagnetic spectrum facilitated the identification of the ultraviolet light spectrum as being responsible for ... -
Corporate Governance In The Kenyan Banking Sector: A Critical Review Of The Credit Information Sharing Mechanism And Its Impact On Borrowers
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This ithesis iseeks ito ilook iat ithe iinterplay ibetween iprinciples iof icorporate igovernance iin igeneral iand iin iparticular ias ielucidated iby iCentral iBank iof iKenya iin ithe iPrudential iGuidelines i2013, ... -
Effect Of Macroeconomic Variables On Share Price Index Volatility At The Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2019)An understanding of the dynamic behavior of stock markets is as such important for policy makers, macroeconomists, and market analysts. Investments are guided by the perceived risk profile, which is subject to macroeconomic ... -
The Role Of 21St Century Communication Technology In Diplomatic Engagement
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The thesis topic in this study is on the role of 21stCentury Communication Technology in enhancing Diplomatic engagement. The study set out to assess State management of diplomatic engagement in a liberal globalized ... -
Incidence and Clinical Profile of Venous Thromboembolism in Pregnancy and Puerperium at Kenyatta National Hospital Between January 2013 and December 2017.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)BACKGROUND: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is associated with severe morbidity and is currently among the leading causes of maternal mortality in the high income countries. Pregnancy increases the risk of venous thromboembolism ... -
Incidence and Predictors of Chronic Hypertension Following Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy at Kenyatta National Hospital,(a Descriptive Prospective Cohort Study)
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy complicate up to 10% of pregnancies worldwide, constituting one of the greatest causes of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality. In Kenya, studies conducted at ... -
A Critical Analysis Of Uganda’S Refugee Regime
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The research study has analyzed the refugee policy in Uganda, which is deemed as one of the most progressive in the world. A lot of literature has been extracted from policy documents, Acts, reports, books and newspapers ... -
Exploring barriers to seeking health care among Kenyan Somali women with female genital mutilation: a qualitative study.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)BACKGROUND: Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a cultural practice associated with health consequences, women rights and deprivation of dignity. Despite FGM/C-related health consequences, circumcised women may ...
