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Cross-sectional Genetic Analysis of Plasmodium Falciparum Rh5 Interacting Protein (Pfripr) and Cysteine-rich Protective Antigen (Cyrpa) Genes in Kilifi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The discovery of antibodies against the Reticulocyte binding-protein homologue (Rh) 5 interacting protein (Ripr) and Cysteine-rich protective antigen (CyRPA), which are crucial in the invasion process across all parasite ... -
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 ... -
Socio-Economic Impacts Of Military Camps On Host Communities: A Case Of Moi Air Base Eastleigh, 1964-2008
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This project focused on the socio-economic impact of Moi Air Base to the local communities. The study sought to assess three hypotheses, first that Eastleigh Air Base was established due to its centrality in Kenya’s capital; ... -
A Critical Analysis of Master of Education Degree Programme in the Department of Educational Foundations in Selected Public Universities in Kenya From 1993 to 2014
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study sought to investigate the growth and development of Masters Degree programmes in Departments of Educational Foundations in selected Kenyan public universities in from 1993 to 2014. The study had three research ... -
Competing Multiple Accountability Mechanisms and Public Administrators’ Responses in the Health Sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The concept of accountability in the public sector is complex and has generated debate in the history of public administration. This study focused on accountability of public administrators under normal conditions and ... -
Stability of Dividends Payout and Share Returns of Companies Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(university of nairobi, 2018)The consequence of dividends payout on share return is an enticing topic in finance. It is in this spectrum that the study examines the possible effects of stability of dividends payout on the share return for organizations ... -
Determination Of The Amino Acid Composition Of Gelatin Extracted From Marine Fish Scales And Polymer Blends Characterization.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Whereas marine fish processing in Kenya is on one hand an important contributor to Kenya’s food production and economy, it is on the other hand a source of bio waste disposed to the environment. Most of the by products, ... -
Evaluation of Effectiveness of Communication Channels Used to Create Awareness About Plant Clinics: Case of Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Plant clinics were modeled to bridge the gaps in access to extension services besides providing real-time plant health diagnostic services to farmers in timely and appropriate ways. However, studies show that awareness ... -
Arduino Based Programable Lead Acid Battery Monitoring System For Automobiles
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The most prevalent battery used for cranking the car engine is the lead acid battery. With each engine cranking event, during which time the alternator halts recharging the battery, there is an associated voltage loss in ... -
Impact Of Habitual Betting Enterprise On Christian Youth In The Light Of Jesus’ Liberating Pedagogy: A Case Of Soweto Village, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study is on the impact of the habitual betting enterprise among Christian youth in the light of Jesus’ liberating pedagogy in Soweto Village in Nairobi County, Kenya. The main goal is to investigate the impact of ... -
Assessing the Efficacy of Public Participation in Climate Change Adaptation Projects: the Case of Lake Turkana Fish Industry
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Public participation is a core value of democracy and a principle of national governance in Kenya. Raising and maintaining the awareness of the public on matters of climate change is also a tool that can be deployed ... -
Just-in-time Adoption and Operational Performance of Cement Companies in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)This study aimed at establishing effects of Just-In-Time (JIT) adoption on operational performance of cement companies in Kenya. Specifically, this study aimed at establishing how much Just-In-Time (JIT) is applied in ... -
An Assessment Of The Role Of Community Forest Associations In The Management Of Karura Forest Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Karura forest is located within Kenya’s capital Nairobi and for a long time, it has been under pressure from anthropogenic forces such as land grabbing, infrastructural development, and urbanization, which are a threat to ... -
Technology Supported Web-based It Security Awareness Training
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Research has indicated that a significant portion of information security breaches in Organizations are caused by employees, whether intentional or non-intentional. To mitigate this, organizations have set-up ICT security ... -
A Socio-Semiotic Multimodal Analysis Of Emojis As Used In Text Messaging
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The goal of this study was the analysis of emojis using socio semiotic multimodal theory by Kress & Leeuwen (2006). Many studies on emojis have largely specialized in examining them purely on the basis of provision of ... -
Influence of Human Resource Management Professionals Act (2012) Enforcement on Performance of the Human Resource Function at Ministry of Health, Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)Human Resources Management Professionals Act (2012) was enacted in January 2013 which was expected to govern practice by HRM professionals. Performance of the human resource function and the organization as a whole is ... -
Relationship Between Self Esteem, Resilience and the Risk of Hiv Infection Among Men Who Have Sex With Men at Ishtar Msm Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) has continued to be a major public health concern in Kenya which has ranked number 4 worldwide together with Uganda and Mozambique. On average, the HIV prevalence in Kenya is 6% ... -
Assessment Of The Criminal Profiles Of Male Homicide Convicts: A Case Study Of Kamiti And Nyeri Maximum Prisons, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Homicide is arguably the most horrifying public offence, it is the only crime that creates finality to human life. The impact of murder goes far beyond the loss of life and might create an environment of ambiguity and fear ...
