University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Morphological variability in Acheulean Handaxes from Kariandusi and Lewa downs archaeological sites in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study was carried out to investigate the variableness in Acheulean handaxes based on three factors, the choice of raw material used, the initial form and size of the raw material before shaping out, and the reduction ... -
Women and ARV-based HIV prevention - challenges and opportunities.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)ARV-based HIV prevention methods available in pill, gel or ring formulations (broadly referred to as microbicides) offer the possibility of protection against HIV for women who find it difficult because they cannot ask ... -
Lead Exposure and Blood Pressure among Workers in Diverse Industrial Plants in Kenya
(2014)The study evaluated airborne exposures and blood lead (BPb) levels in 233 production workers at six diverse industrial plants in Kenya. Blood and personal breathing zone air samples were collected and analyzed for lead ... -
The impact of introducing new vaccines on the health system: Case studies from six low- and middle-income countries.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)OBJECTIVE: We aimed to explore the impacts of new vaccine introductions on immunization programmes and health systems in low- and middle-income countries. METHODS: We conducted case studies of seven vaccine introductions ... -
Cloud Computing in Kenya A 2013 Baseline Survey
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Assessing the capacity of the department of immigration in the control of human smuggling in Kenya: a case of Somali and Ethiopian illegal immigrants
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The main aim of this study was to assess the capacity of the Department of Immigration in control of human smuggling in Kenyaspecifically of Ethiopian and Somali nationals. The choice of these two nationalities was based ... -
The selection of a standard STR panel for DNA profiling of the African elephant (Loxodonta africana) in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10-26)Abstract The African elephant (Loxodonta africana) population in Kenya is declining at an alarming rate due to habitat destruction, human-elephant conflicts and the current escalation of poaching for ivory. This study ... -
Single-agent tenofovir versus combination emtricitabine plus tenofovir for pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV-1 acquisition: an update of data from a randomised, double-blind, phase 3 trial.
(2014)Abstract BACKGROUND: Antiretroviral pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), with daily oral tenofovir disoproxil fumarate or tenofovir disoproxil fumarate in combination with emtricitabine, has been shown to be efficacious ... -
Operations strategies and project performance of Japan International Cooperation Agency funded projects in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Operation strategy is critical to successful implementation of projects. Operations strategy ensures efficient operationalization of projects plans through seamless implementation. Projects carry activities which have a ... -
The relationship between macroeconomic factors and non-performing loans in mortage firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)It is argued that the non-performing loans are one of the major causes of the economic stagnation problems and the current study sought to determine relationship between non-performing loans and macroeconomic factors in ... -
The effect of dividends on financial performance of financially constrained firms listed at Nairobi securities exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Dividend policy occupies a major role in the financial management of an organization and serves as a mechanism for control of a managerial opportunism.Several theories have been documented on the relevance and irrelevance ... -
The relationship between financial leverage and asset growth of firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The objective of the study was to establish the relationship between financial leverage and asset growth of firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange for the period 2009 to 2013.The study examined the theories of ... -
The effect of corporate venture capital on the value of firms listed at the Nairobi securities exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The Research study set out to establish the effect of Corporate Venture Capital on the Value of Firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya. These were issues of concern to the researcher, companies, investors ... -
The relationship between financial deepening and performance of smallholder farmers in Homa Bay County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Theory and evidence show that financial sector deepening has some positive impact on performance and widens access to financial services for the SHF. However the subject of the relationship between financial deepening ... -
Molecular characterization of phytoene desaturase (crti) gene from paracoccus bogoriensis
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Carotenoids are natural fat soluble isoprenoid pigments that occur widely in micro-organisms and plants. Increasing use of carotenoids as food colourant, health supplements, cosmetic additives and animal feeds has led ... -
The relationship between corporate governance structures and financial performance of manufacturing firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Corporate governance in business circles is merely understood to mean ensuring that the companies are managed profitably in absence of malfeasances by the management or simply “good governance”. Corporate governance ... -
Assessment of adoption and impact of rainwater harvesting technologies on rural farm household income: the case of rainwater harvesting ponds in Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2014-12)Rainwater harvesting is increasingly viewed as a major strategy for enhancing agricultural productivity and boosting farm income in many drought-prone areas. While this technology is being promoted in many developing ... -
Short-term influence of compost application on maize yield, soil macrofauna diversity and abundance in nutrient deficient soils of Kakamega County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)Background and aims Degradation of physical, chemical and biological properties of soils in sub-Saharan Africa mainly results from little or no organic resource application coupled with sub-optimal fertilizer application. ... -
One Health - the WSPA Approach
(Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, 2014)bstract-One Health principle holds that human health is closely linked to animal health and welfare. Consequently, the development of integrated responses to global public health challenges is required. WSP A believes ...
