University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Case reports and commentaries in obstetrics and gynaecology
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Assessing The Productivity Of Indigenous Chicken In Southern Nyanza, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2008)The aim of the study was to determine the productivity and; product output per unit input in a given time frame, productivity constraints of indigenous chickens under village management conditions and to recommend specific ... -
A Comparative Study Of The Development Of Cowpea Weevil Callosobruchus Maculatus (F) (Coleoptera: Bruchidae) In Some Kenyan Cowpea Varieties As A Measure Of Their Resistance To The Pest
(University of Nairobi, 1985)Experiments were undertaken to compare the performance of the bruchid Callosobrnchus maculatus (V) on four different cowpea varieties commercially cultivated in Kitui district, Eastern province. Kenya. The local varieties ... -
Isozyme patterns and enzyme activities of coffee arabica L cultivars susceptible and resistant to coffee berry disease
(University of Nairobi, 1993)BIochemical aspects in the coffe arabica- cellectoriculum lahancae host-pathogen system were investigated using C.Arabica cultivars known to be susceptible, medium resistant to C.Kahawa.The aspect studied were peroxidase ... -
Influence Of Available Browse On Cattle Diets In An Acacia Savannah Of East Africa
(University of Nairobi, 1984)A six-month study was conducted in southeastern Kenya to determine the influence of varying bush canopy cover on dietary selection and nutrition of mature esophageally fistulated heifers. Replicated moderately stocked ... -
The Implications Of Agricultural Market Liberalisation For Market Efficiency And Agricultural Policy In Kenya: The Case Of Maize
(University Of Nairobi, 1997)Liberalisation of food and agricultural markets has been a major component of the Strucmral Adjustment Programs (SAP) in many African countries. In Kenya, liberalisation of the maize market, a process that was completed ... -
Isolation And Characterization Of Vibrio Parahaemolyticus And Aeromonas Hydrophila From Fish In Kenyan Waters And Their Possible Role In Causing Infection To Man
(University of Nairobi, 1988)With the increase in utilization of fish resources by man, there has been a concomitant demand for quality control of fish and fish products. An important aspect of this has been the need for the study of microbiological ... -
Quantifying And Mapping Sugarcane Biomass Using Remote Sensing
(University of Nairobi, 2008)The massive use of imported fossil fuels is a major cause of concern in Kenya. Energy from biomass could be used to address this problem. In the energy sector, sugarcane biomass can provide a safe, sustainable and potentially ... -
Headteachers’ role in the management of educational resources and pupils’ performance at Kenya certificate of Primary Education Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2011)The purpose of this study was to examine head teachers’ role in the management of educational resources and pupils’ performance at Kenya Certificate of Primary Education performance in public primary schools in Kasarani ... -
Claim to Urban Space: A Study of Hawkers (Street Vendors) Within the Central Business District of Nairobi- Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2004)Some of the biggest challenges facing urban centres in Kenya today is how to tackle the issues of unemployment, through the provision of viable areas for self-employment opportunities as well as improving the quality, ... -
Inheritance of Dwarfism in Pigeonpea (Caicmus Caian (L) Millsp.)
(University Of Nairobi, 1988)Inheritance of dwarfism was studied in pigeonpea in Fi> F2» Fg and tostcross generations involving three medium maturing dwarf mutants (Dg, PD^ PBNA), that grow to a height of about a metre and four normal height genotypes: ... -
An Economic Analysis of Agrochemical Use in Tomato Production in Kiambu District
(University Of Nairobi, 1993)The purpose of this study was to analyze agrochemicals use in pest-disease control in Kiambu district. The broad objective was to study the use and the economics of pesticides in Kiambu district. The specific objectives ... -
The contribution of the Catholic church on the development of secondary education in Turkana district: The case of Lodwar high school 1968 - 2008
(University of Nairobi, 2011)This study discusses the role played by the Catholic Church in the development of secondary education in Turkana District. This has been done by focusing on the establishment and development of LHS whose history from ... -
Comparison between serum theophylline levels after rectal and intravenous administration of aminophylline to preterm neonates At KNH Newborn Unit
(University Of Nairobi, 2006)Background: Aminophylline IV formulation has traditionally been administered rectallv at the Kenyatta National Hospital Newborn Unit (KNH- NBU) to prevent and treat apnoea of prematurity (primary apnoea). Apnoea of prematurity ... -
Financial feasibility of irrigated land farming: A case study of tube -well irrigation in Mombasa District
(University of Nairobi, 1978-03)Whereas some studies have evaluated large-scale irrigation schemes In Kenya, little economic research has been done on the Minor Irrigation projects. The decision by the Kenya Government to increase emphasis on development ... -
A survey of extent of venous thfomboembolism prophylaxis among medical in-patients in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2010)B a c k g r o u n d : Venous thromboembolism comprises both deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and p u l m o n a r y embolism (PE). It accounts for approximately 10% of deaths in hospitals and has been i d e n t i f i e d as ... -
Conceptual approach to some land use problems in kajiado district
(University of Nairobi, 1975)This thesis pertains to a particular area. of Kenya, namely Kajiado district, economically, thin area has considerable significance as a livestock rearing area and for wildlife viewing and hunting. There is also an ... -
Effects Of Propagation Method And Deflowering On Vegetative Growth, Leaf Yield, Phenolic And Glycoalkaloid Contents Of Three Black Nightshade Selections Used As Vegetable In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1992)Two experiments were carried out between August 1990 and May 1991 at the Field Station, University of Nairobi, Kabete Campus, to study the effects of propagation methods and deflowering on vegetative growth,leaf yield and ... -
Amitraz: a demographic survey of poisoning at Kenyatta National Hospital and acute toxicity study in rats
(University of Nairobi, 2007)Pesticide poisoning is an important cause of worldwide morbidity and mortality. This is because pesticides are widely available and extensively used in households for human and animal hygiene and in agriculture for crop ... -
Strategy Practices Within Commercial Internet Services Providers (ISPs) in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2001)This study was conducted with the objective of finding out the state of strategy practices within commercial Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in Kenya with a focus on those ISPs registered and operating in Nairobi. Developments ...
