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Malaria Diagnostics by Chemometrics Enabled Laser Induced Breakdown Spectrometry of Human Blood
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) is an atomic emission spectroscopic technique. In this technique, a pulsed laser beam of very high energy is focused onto the sample hence creating high temperature micro plasma. ... -
Attitudes and Practice of Health Promotion for Non-communicable Diseases Among Healthcare Workers at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Introduction: The rising burden of non-communicable diseases poses a great health system challenge in Kenya. Healthcare workers have a critical role to play in health promotion, in addressing patients’ lifestyle risk ... -
Dye Sensitized Solar Cells Based on Highly Porous Tio2 Films
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Light harvesting efficiency in dye sensitized solar cell is currently enhanced by the employment of an additional TiO2 scattering layer among other means. However, this approach raises the overall photoelectrode thickness ... -
Influence of Civil Society Management Schemes on Implementation of Hiv/aids Projects in Trans-nzoia West Sub-county, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) which causes the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) was first discovered in the early 1980s. It has spread more rapidly than most diseases in recent history, having social ... -
Influence of Headteachers’ Conflict Management Styles on Teachers’ Job Satisfaction in Public Secondary Schools in Homa Bay Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The manner in which conflict is handled in an education institution has potential to affect teacher‟s job satisfaction and organizational outcomes. Schools as organization are faced with conflicts which when not amicably ... -
Influence of Community Health Strategy on Utilisation of Maternal Health Care: a Case of Laisamis Ward in Marsabit County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The main objective of the study was to examine the influence of community health strategy on utilisation of maternal health care, a case of Laisamis ward, which is in Marsabit County, Kenya. High maternal mortality rate ... -
An Assessment of Integrated Water Resource Management (Iwrm) Approach for Reducing Food Insecurity in Drylands: a Case of Kikuu River Sub-sub-catchment, Makueni County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This research focused on assessment of effects of integrated water resource management on household food production. The key area of the study was Kikuu River Sub-catchment in Nzaui- Kalamba ward of Makueni County Kenya. ... -
Socio-economic Factors Influence on Students’access to Youth Polytechnics in Kakamega County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study investigated the socio-economic factors influencing students’ access to youth polytechnics in Kakamega County. The study sought to establish the extent to which parental level of income, learner’s gender, learners’ ... -
Regulating Non-governmental Organisations in Kenya: a Critical Analysis of the Corporate Governance System
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Clinicopathological Features of Malignant Melanoma of the Skin Among Patients Seen at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Malignant melanoma (MM) originates in the pigment-producing melanocytes of the skin. Although once considered uncommon worldwide, the annual incidence has increased over the last few decades. It is curable when ... -
Incidence Of Malaria And Vector Characteristics In A High Transmission Region In Rural Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Malaria is still the leading cause of morbidity and mortality especially among children below five years of age in Kenya. Although current reports indicate declining prevalence of malaria in some parts of Africa, some ... -
The Role Of ICC In Maintaining Justice
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The establishment of a permanent international criminal court in 2002, whose main role is to try perpetrators of international crimes, was seen as an innovative step towards the realization of justice. The International ... -
Influence Of School Environment On Job Satisfaction Of Public Secondary School Teachers In Bungoma South Sub County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The main aim of this research was to investigate influence of school enviroment on performance of public secondary school teachers in Kenya. The objectives of the study included the following; to determine influence of ... -
Prevalence Of Mastitis And Associated Risk Factors In Dairy Goats In Machakos County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Dairy goat production is playing an important role in the improvement of income of the poor farmers, poverty and hunger alleviation, though the enterprises are still faced with numerous challenges such as diseases, inbreeding, ... -
Factors Affecting Household Participation In Non-Timber Forest Products Market In Eastern Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2017)It is recognized that non-timber forest products can contribute to poverty alleviation in areas with high poverty rate like Eastern Uganda. These products are particularly vital for the rural poor who collect them for ... -
Determination Of Attractant Semio-Chemicals Of The Wax Moth, Galleria Mellonella L., In Honeybee Colonies
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The role of honeybees remains crucial in global food security, ecosystem stability and poverty alleviation. However, recent reports indicate a global decline in population of both the feral and domesticated honeybees. The ... -
Rangeland Resource Management Technology Adoption Among Agropastoral Households In South-Eastern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study was motivated by the need to ascertain whether rangeland resource management technologies are suitable and relevant as alternative means to improved agro-pastoral production and livelihoods. Data were collected ... -
Factors Influencing Performance Of Water Projects In Arid And Semi Arid Areas
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Most of the water projects in Kenya have been performing dismally with most becoming un-operational or requiring rehabilitation. In Kenya, it is quite a common phenomenon to observe non-functional water projects that are ... -
Influence Of Post-Privatization Management Practices And Monitoring And Evaluation Strategies On Quality Of Artificial Insemination Services In Cattle In Nyeri County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Privatization of some Government functions has meant that Governments have lost their monopoly as sources of technical information as well as their direct control of the quality of services including the practice of ... -
Factors Influencing Uptake Of Exotic Dairy Goats In Kitui West Sub County, Kitui County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Dairy goat farming has gained admiration globally and Asia is the leading producer of goats while India leads in goat milk production in the world. The African continent is ranked second to Asia in goat population and ...
