University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Solar Storms and Their Effect on Man-made Satellites
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The Sun exists in a cyclical pattern of solar activity. This dynamic nature creates what we refer to as space weather, and a key featured associated with it is a solar storm. These storms create a coupled system joining ... -
Cassava Utilization in Kilifi and Taita Taveta Counties and Effects of Inclusion of Processed Cassava Peels in Broiler Diets on Performance
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The unprecedented increase in demand for conventional feedstuffs like wheat, sorghum and maize, for human consumption and production of animal feeds has led to the increase in their prices resulting in higher cost of foods ... -
Influence of Provision of Resources on the Implementation of Curriculum in Public Secondary Schools in Dagoretti Sub County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The study sought to investigate the influence of government provision of resources on the implementation of curriculum in public secondary schools in Dagoretti sub county, Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to: assess ... -
Comparative Analysis of Structural Steel and Reinforced Concrete Construction for Sustainable Development
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Current discussions on Africa’s Development revolves around positioning itself as an economic hub. Economic report on Africa, 2015 recognizes that there is potential for Africa to experience greater growth than East Asia ... -
Adoption of Improved Forage Technologies and Its Effect on Household Income Among Dairy Farmers in Bomet County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Promoting the adoption of improved forage legumes among dairy farmers is pertinent to improving protein intake by the animals and hence increasing dairy productivity. This study characterized dairy forage technologies, ... -
Investigation of the Performance of Pavement Founded on Reinforced Earth Sections Along Outer Ring Road, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Urbanization in Nairobi city has resulted to increase in traffic demand exerting more pressure on the existing transport infrastructure. Outer ring road which is a critical artery within the city was improved to dual ... -
Report Turnaround Time of Different Imaging Modalities at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Diagnostic radiology plays a key role in the evaluation of patients seeking medical care as evidenced by the increasing demand of radiology services over the last few years. Referring physicians and patients ... -
Female Genital Mutilation and Adverse Obstetric Outcomes Among Pregnant Women Seen in Select Hospitals in Freetown, Sierra Leone
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a commonly occurring exercise in most parts of the world. This practice is linked with adverse short term and long-term complications to the victims. Around 3 ... -
Effects of Plant Population and Water Stress on Yield of Selected Maize Varieties in Mwea and Bura in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Maize (Zea mays L.) is currently a very crucial food source with over 1 X 109 tons being produced across the world, since 2013. It is Kenya’s main food security crop with an annual demand of 3.6 million metric tons. The ... -
Prevalence and Risk of Adverse Outcomes of Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy at Pumwani Maternity Hospital in 2018-2019,
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: About 500,000 women die yearly due to pregnancy-related causes and 99% of these occur in low and middle-income countries. Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (HDP) are the second leading cause of maternal deaths. ... -
Serum Uric Acid Levels in Patients With Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPY): a Case-control Study at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)is a peripheral vestibular disorder that contribute to dizziness and falls among afflicted patients. BPPV negatively affects the quality of life as it interferes ... -
Integrated Mobility Options for Sustainable Urban Development in Ahero Town
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The rapid and unplanned growth of urban areas has resulted in informal expansion, leading to congestion, pollution, segregation, urban poverty, and social exclusion. This study focuses on Ahero Town in Kisumu County, which ... -
Determination of Honey Quality and Its Antibacterial Effects on Bee Health
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The impact of pathogens on apiculture has led to the rapid decline in bee colonies in some parts of the world. Evidence in literature on pathogenic resistance to conventional antibiotics indicates that the use of antibiotics ... -
Antimicrobial Prescription Practices and Mortality in Neonates Admitted With Suspected Neonatal Sepsis at the Mboppi and Bonaberi Baptist Hospitals, Douala, Cameroon :a Cross-sectional Descriptive Study
(2023)Background Neonatal sepsis is a significant contributor to morbidity and mortality globally. Neonates usually present with nonspecific signs, hence requires a high index of suspicion (1). For this reason, clinicians start ... -
Clinicoradiological Pattern and Early Surgical Outcome of Parasagittal Meningiomas at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)BACKGROUND: Meningiomas account for 34.4% of all central nervous system (CNS) neoplasms in Kenya. According to the literature, parasagittal meningiomas occur between 16.8% and 25.6% of all meningiomas. Surgery of parasagittal ... -
A REVIEW OF THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK AND MECHANISMS FOR BENEFITS-SHARING FROM WILDLIFE: THE CASE STUDY OF MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The initial exclusion oflocal communities in benefit sharing from the wildlife industry has resulted to heightened tension and exacerbated prevailing human wildlife conflict. A situation which gave impetus to the concept ... -
Influence of strategic planning on quality of education in public secondary schools in Kigumo sub-county, Murang’a, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of strategic planning on quality of education in public secondary schoolsin Kigumo Sub-County, Murang’a Kenya.The main strategic practices looked at in this study ... -
Teacher preparedness for inclusion and support of children with specific learning disabilities (sld) in public schools: a study of Mutituni zone in Machakos County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Quality education is a key public good that should be a guarantee for all learners at all levels. However, there are a percentage of learners who face various difficulties in receiving proper accommodations in the classroom ... -
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Incubating Women’s Collectives / Group Businesses for Replication
(Women's Economic Empowerment Hub (WEE-Hub), University of Nairobi, 2024-02)Women’s entrepreneurship and economic empowerment are crucial indicators of global economic development as they contribute to employment creation and economic growth. In Kenya, about 36% of Small and Medium Enterprises are ...
