University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Adherence to ministry of health guidelines in management of severe preeclampsia at Pumwani maternity Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background Preeclampsia and eclampsia are important reproductive health concerns being the second cause of maternal morbidity and mortality in Kenya. For this reason, the Ministry of Health in Kenya developed and ... -
Cervical histologic findings and six month treatment outcomes of patients with abnormal pap smear cervical cytology attending Kenyatta National Hospital, 2008-2014
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Introduction: Cervical cancer is the third commonest malignancy among women worldwide, with over 500,000 new cases diagnosed annually, an; 275,000 deaths, 88% of these occurring in the developing countries. HPV infection ... -
Antenatal care practices and pregnancy outcomes among referred and booked patients with pre-eclampsia at Pumwani maternity hospital:A retrospective cohort study
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: Hypertensive disorders are the most common medical complication occurring in 12-22% of all pregnancies and contribute significantly to both maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality. Early identification ... -
Molecular signatures of immune activation and epithelial barrier remodeling are enhanced during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle: implications for HIV susceptibility
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Variable infectivity and transmissibility of HIV/SHIV has been recently associated with the menstrual cycle, with particular susceptibility observed during the luteal phase in non-human primate models and ex vivo human ... -
Vice-Chancellor signs Performance Contract with the University Council
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Varsity scores ‘Excellent’ in Performance Contract evaluation
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CEBIB student invited to attend international Summer Academy in Germany
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Analysis of Variability in IBNR Estimates with Run off Triangles
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The many uncertainties involved in the payment of losses makes the estimation of the required reserves more difficult. Yet, some of the existing methods, such as the popular chain-ladder, are simple to apply. However, it ... -
Influence of constituency development fund on student enrollment in district secondary schools in Shinyalu constituency, Kakamega county
(University of Nairobi, 2015)With the coming to power of the NARC government in 2003, Kenya witnessed a shift to a new fiscal decentralisation system through Constituency Development Fund (CDF) which currently operates under the CDF Act 2013.Through ... -
Factors influencing adult learners’ participation in community development in Nyandarua north sub-county, Nyandarua county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The main purpose of the study was to examine the factors that influence participation of adult learners in community development. The objectives sought to establish how basic literacy education of adult learners, social ... -
Factors influencing completion of public buildings construction projects in Machakos county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This research study sought to establish the factors influencing the completion of public buildings construction projects in Machakos County, Kenya. The research objectives were; to determine the extent to which payment ... -
Identification and characterization of influenza a viruses among domestic animals in selected sites in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08)Influenza A virus has been described in multiple mammalian including humans, and in most domestic and wild avian species. Complex interspecies transmission of influenza A virus subtypes have been reported between and ... -
Evaluating influence of organic amendments and legume integration on soil chemical properties and crop performance in Central Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Demand for organic foods, especially vegetables has increased tremendously due to reasons such as safety, environmental concerns, flavour and freshness, health benefits and nutritional value. In the current agricultural ... -
Carbon stable isotopes suggest that hippopotamus-vectored nutrients subsidize aquatic consumers in an East African river
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The common hippopotamus, Hippopotamus amphibius , transports millions of tons of organic matter annually from its terrestrial feeding grounds into aquatic habitats. We evaluated whether carbon stable isotopes ( d 13 C) ... -
Contributors to fashion designers success: a case study of top fashion designers in Kenya
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Influence of monitoring and evaluation on project performance: a case of African virtual university, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study was set out to assess the influence of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) on project performance at African Virtual University (AVU). Monitoring and evaluation helps track project performance at any given time ... -
Factors influencing enrolment of learners in basic adult classes in Kenya: a case of Bungoma south sub county, Bungoma county
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Adult education is the art and science of teaching and educating adults. Adult education takes place in the work place through extension school or school of continuing education. Other learning places include community ... -
Sociocultural factors affecting tea productivity at Iriaini tea factory company limited Othaya kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The study was conducted at Iriaini Tea Factory Co. Ltd catchment area located in Nyeri County in Kenya. The over 6000 small holder Tea Farmers are served by the Factory and they also own the Tea Factory through share holding ... -
Google Launches Digital Matatu
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Characterization of honey, pollen and bee tissue samples for trace elements content
(University of Nairobi, 2002)
