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Quality of care in women of reproductive age with epilepsyand knowledge of residents on women’s issues in epilepsy at the kenyatta national hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background. Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder affecting men and women equally. However, its impact on women involves unique gender issues related to hormone effects on seizure control, seizure and drug effects ... -
Factors that influence the nutritional status of children in wet and dry seasons among the pastoralists in West Golis-Guban, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2016-05)The nutritional situation of Somalia’s pastoral population remains vulnerable, the key causes of malnutrition are limited nutrient intake and high disease prevalence. This study set out to determine the key factors that ... -
A study on cryptosporidiosis among HIV-positive patients presenting with diarrhoea from rural and urban areas in Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Introduction: Cryptosporidiosis is a disease caused by Cryptosporidium species and it causes prolonged cholera-like diarrhoea in HIV infected patients once their CD4 cells count falls below 200cells/μl. This study sought ... -
The role of iv contrast medium in diagnostic blunt abdominal trauma CT scan at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) – Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-05)Background: Previous studies have proven the intravenous contrast CT to be the cornerstone of the diagnostic work-up of abdominal trauma, essentially for evaluating solid parenchymal and vascular injuries. This study was ... -
Securing Africa: the Role of the African Standby Force
(University of Nairobi, 2015-09)Peacekeeping and peace building (PK and PB) operations were ‗invented‘ and ‗pioneered‘ by the United Nations as early as 1948 and for a long period the UN has been the only organisation able and willing to deliver them. ... -
Modeling rape victimization in 4 Nairobi slums using discriminant analysis
(University of Nairobi, 2016)vi ABSTRACT Purpose: This study aimed at determining whether a girl’s Age, Slum of residency and Grade in school can be used as predictors of rape and also for classification of girls into different rape risk groups. Methods: ... -
Occurrence Of Sugarcane Ratoon Stunting Disease In Nyando Sugar Belt And Its Management By Hot Water Treatment
(university of Nairobi, 2016)Sugarcane yield in Kenya has been on decline due to many factors including pests and diseases. Ratoon stunting disease (RSD) caused by Leifsonia xyli subsp. xyli is considered to be the most serious disease of sugarcane ... -
The Effect Of Macro Economic Variables On Stock Market Return At The Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The Nairobi Securities Exchange has an important part in the Kenyan Economy as it provides a platform for companies and individuals to invest. The study sought to establish the effect of macroeconomic variables on stock ... -
Potential Economic Impact Of Integrated Thrips Management In French Bean And Tomato In Loitokitok And Mwea Sub – Counties Of Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)In Kenya, thrips inflict nearly 60-80% and 80% yield loss in French bean and tomato, respectively. Management of thrips in horticulture is currently based on application of pesticides. In addition to increased environmental ... -
Feasibility study of basin structure mapping using passive seismic exploration technique case study: Ahero area, Nyanza basin, Kisumu county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Passive seismic, a non-invasive, cost effective exploration tool, has successfully been used to provide basin structure information in various geological settings. The analysis of ambient vibrations, mainly composed of ... -
Factors Influencing Performance Of Youth Income Generating Activities. A Case Of Youth Enterprise Development Fund, Nakuru Town East, Nakuru County.
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) developed a three year strategic plan in 2008 in line with vision 2030 to address various needs and aspirations of the youth and to address the challenges it had faced in the past. ... -
Application Of The Quantum Espresso Code To Study The Structural And Electronic Properties Of Titanium Dioxide: A DFT Study
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Titanium dioxide attracts great attention as a wide band gap transition metal oxide due to its n-type semiconducting property which makes it to have many applications in industry, an area that has not been fully investigated. ... -
Non-Governmental Organization’S Activities On Pit Latrinesconstructionprojects In Akuem Village, By Samaritan’S Purse, South Sudan
(university of Nairobi, 2016)The focus of this study was toinvestigate Non-Governmental Organization‟s activities on pit latrines construction projects in Akuem village, by Samaritan‟s Purse, South Sudan. The objectives of the study were to examine ... -
Influences Of Human Performance Factors On The Implementation Of Safety Programs In Air Traffic Control The Case Of Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
(university of Nairobi, 2016)This study set out to establish the influence of human performance factors on the implementation of safety programs in air traffic control the case of Kenya Civil Aviation Authority. The research objectives of the study ... -
Contribution of Football Games to International Business in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Football carries a very strong image, with a mass international audience, and appeals to all classes. It is perceived as a powerful means of enabling the organisation to raise the brand profile and that of the corporate ... -
Effects Of The Exchange Rate Volatility On The Financial Performance Of Commercial Banks In Kenya
(university of Nairobi, 2016)The question of whether there exists a relationship between the volatility of exchange rates and the performance of commercial banks in Kenya was the subject of this research. The general objective of this research was to ... -
Visualizing Nairobi Traffic From Social Media Data
(2016)Traffic congestion is one of the greatest challenges faced by developing cities in the world. Nairobi, Kenya is not exceptional. Traffic data collection methods such as cameras, radars are too expensive to install and ... -
Internationalization of Operations and Competitive Advantage by Commercial Banks in Kenya
(university of Nairobi, 2016)There has been an increase in the number of companies that have been operating outside their home countries. This has allowed them to gain attributes that banks in home countries only cannot acquire, giving most of them a ... -
Effects Of Cattle Rustling On Boy-Child Participation In Primary Education In Public School In Turkana South Constituency, Kenya
(university of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to investigate effect of cattle rustling on boy-child participation in primary education in public school in Turkana south constituency, Kenya The study sought to determine how cattle rustling ... -
Teacher Related Factors Influencing Pupils’ Performance Of Mathematics At Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education In Public Schools In Likoni Sub - County, Kenya
(university of Nairobi, 2016)Mathematics is essential for daily life and plays a crucial role in school curricula; yet pupils‟ performance in mathematics remains low worldwide and Kenya is no exception. Mathematics performance in Likoni is not ...
