University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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The ovary of Günther's dik-dik, Madoqua guentheri Thomas
(University of Nairobi, 1975)The ovaries of five Günther's dik-dik were investigated using histological techniques. The structure of the ovary and corpus luteum as well as the growth and atresia of the follicles are described. -
Soil morphology, physico - chemical properties and classification of typical soils of Mwala District, Kenya
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Why adults and teachers information about sexual behavior and its consequences does not prevent unplanned pregnancies among adolescents in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Context: Despite a high number of unwanted pregnancies in Kenya, contraceptive use among adolescents is very low. Establishing the nature of sexuality discussions is critical to determine perceptions and barriers affecting ... -
Intussusception cases among children admitted to referral hospitals in Kenya, 2002–2013: implications for monitoring postlicensure safety of rotavirus vaccines in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2015)To describe the epidemiology of intussusception before introduction of the rotavirus vaccine, we reviewed the records of 280 patients younger than 5 years who were hospitalized in Kenya between 2002 and 2013. The patients ... -
Religion and society
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The peoples of the Kenya Coast follow a variety of religious traditions. Whereas Islam has been present in the region for centuries, the beginning of Christianity in modern times only goes back some 150 years. African ... -
Simulation of potential impact of air pollution from the proposed coal mining sites in Mui Basin, Kitui County
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The potential for air pollutants transport, dispersion patterns and impacts within and around the Mui basin, Kitui County is simulated. The spatial-temporal distribution of air pollutants from the proposed coal mines was ... -
Domestic rainwater harvesting: a case study in Embu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study assessed probable water that could be harvested during rainy seasons over Embu County of Kenya. Monthly rainfall data was obtained from Kenya Meteorological Department while percentage distribution of household ... -
Geophysical investigations of Suyien Earthdam in Maralal, Samburu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The Current economic and population growth has increased the water supply gap in Maralal, Samburu County. Water sources include boreholes, pans and the Suyien dam. Despite the high rainfall in the area, Suyien dam has never ... -
Social networks and students’ performance in secondary schools: lessons from an open learning centre, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Given the known positive and negative effects of un controlled social networking among secondary school students worldwide, it is necessary to establish th e relationship between social network ... -
Organochlorine pesticide residue levels in soil from the Nyando River catchment, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Soil samples were collected from six locations representative of the Nyando River catchment area of the Lake Victoria over a period of two years. Sampling was done four times in the year in February, May, September and ... -
Comparison of least absolute shrinkage and selection operator and maximum likelihood estimators to establish determinants of immunization in Trans-Nzoia County
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The client factors that influence under - five child guardian compliance to the immunization schedule are interlinked based on household characteristics, socioeconomic status, and maternal health ... -
University Management and Students Leaders discuss comprehensive security solution
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wPOWER Hub at Wangari Maathai Institute promotes clean energy technologies at the Nairobi Innovation Week
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Herbal product processing practices of traditional medicine practitioners in Kenya- key informant interviews
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Introduction: Herbalists in Kenya use self-taught processing practices which are inadequate. The objective of this study was to conduct an assessment of selected practices used by herbalists during drug processing and to ... -
Wangari Maathai Institute holds induction meeting for the 2015/2016 Phd and Masters classes.
(University of Nairobi, 2015-09-09)
