University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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In vivo activity of selected medicinal plants in Kenya against Trypanosoma evansi.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Chloroform extracts from two Kenyan medicinal plants (Azadirachta indica/ neem leaves, 500 mg/ kg, 250mg/kg and 125mg/kg and Physalis peruviana 1000mg/kg, 500mg /kg and 250mg/kg body weights) were analysed in vivo for ... -
Characterization of Rabbit Production Systems in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Rabbit production systems in Kenya were studied; challenges to production were identified and recommendations to boost rabbit productivity were suggested in this research. Four regions of Kenya with significant rabbit ... -
Evaluation of Antidiabetic Effects kleinia Squarrosa on Alloxanized Diabetic Mice
(University of Nairobi, 2012)Diabetes mellitus is a disease of antiquity with a worrying global prevalence and incidence. It is conventionally managed by insulin and use of oral hypoglycemic drugs besides exercise, diet and physical intervention ... -
Determination of physical suitabilty of advanced drought tolerant bean lines for canning
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Water uptake, percent volume increase and cookability after soaking are critical characteristics of dry beans destined for the canning industry. New dry bean varieties released, should possess good canning qualities to ... -
Effect of temporal weed colonization on the growth and productivity of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum l.) in central Kenya
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Cotton production in Kenya has been characterized by low yields due to weeds, insect and mites, and diseases. Uncontrolled weed growth reportedly results to 50-60% yield losses. To determine effects of temporal ... -
Agronomic Evaluation of Field Bean(Phaseolus Vulgaris L.) to Unacidulated Phosphorus Source in an Andosol in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1999)Phosphate rocks(PR) which have high reactivity may be effective as a direct application of fertilizer especially in highly weathered acid soils. The agronomic effectiveness of such PR, Minjingu rock phosphate (MRP)was ... -
Efficacy of Pochonia Chlamydosporia and paecilomyces lilacinus as biocontrolagents of root-knot nematodes
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Management of root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) using fungi that parasitize eggs and females has been gaining popularity as alternatives or supplements to chemical nematicides. This study was conducted with the ... -
Response of sweetpotato dual purpose varieties to harvesting regime
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Feeds are a major constraint to livestock production in Kenya. Sweetpotato dual purpose varieties can be used to reduce feed resource competition and provide high quality livestock feeds during dry seasons. A study was ... -
Water and light use in maize intercropped with Mucuna
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)High biomass yielding legume Mucuna pruriens L (mucuna) can improve soil nutrient status in low input maize production systems if integrated as a cover crop. The amount of mucuna biomass would be influenced by water and ... -
Evaluation of resistance of Snap Bean varieties to bean fly
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), an important export crop for Kenya, experiences high pest infestations leading farmers to use highly persistent pesticides resulting in produce rejection due to high pesticide residues. A ... -
Breast cancer in pregnancy; routine examination, diagnosis and management: A case report
(University of Nairobi, 2013-04-16)Pregnancy associated breast cancer is defined as breast cancer diagnosed during pregnancy or in the first postpartum year. The incidence is rare; however it is important to be aware of its occurrence with the increased ... -
Life cycle, population buildup and survival of aphids on stored potato tubers
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Monitoring of aphid life cycle and population buildup on stored potato tubers aims at contributing towards development of a viable and sustainable aphid and virus management strategy. Potato storage protects potatoes ... -
Predisposing factors to aflatoxin contamination of maize in Eastern Kenya
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Maize is the staple diet of majority of Kenyan population but repeated outbreaks of mycotoxin poisoning in Eastern Kenya is a major food safety constraint. This study was conducted to determine maize production and handling ... -
Transoral Retrieval of a displaced mandibular tooth in the Parapharyngeal space: A patient with unusual clinical findings.
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Accidental displacement of the lower third molar is a fairly rare complication, but may cause tissue injury and considerable functional incapacitation when it occurs. We report this particular case to remind clinicians on ... -
Effects of Silver Thiosulphate pretreatments on harvested lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum) cut flowers
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)This study aimed at developing postharvest pretreatments for improving vase life and display quality oflisianthus cut flowers. Equally spaced doses (0, 0.25, 0.5, and 0.75 mMAg) ofsilverthiosulphate (STS) pretreatments ... -
The effect of modified atmosphere packaging on postharvest shelf life of mango fruits, mangifera indica l, cultivar tommy atkins
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) is a simple technology whose optimization can minimize high postharvest losses in perishable commodities. In this study, the efficacy of active bag® a recently introduced MAP product ... -
Evaluation of sweetpotato varieties for resistance to sweet potato virus disease and adaptability
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Sweetpotato virus disease (SPVD) is caused by dual infection of the aphidborne sweetpotato feathery mottle virus (SPFMV) and the whitefly-borne sweetpotato chlorotic stunt virus (SPCSV) and it greatly reduces tuber ... -
Vegetative and reproductive phenological traits of Rhizophora mucronata Lamk. and Sonneratia alba Sm
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Mangrove phenology is important in understanding the past, present and future response of mangrove species to impacts of climate change. Our study is the first long term direct observation of the phenology of Rhizophora ... -
Morphological differences among susceptible and resistant sweetpotato varieties
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-12)Abstract (C2064) Physical, chemical and physiological properties of the plant leaves and stems play an important protective role against pathogens. Morphological, anatomical and serological studies were conducted on ... -
Quality and yield of Snap Bean lines developed for multiple disease resistance
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Angular leaf spot, anthracnose and rust are a major constraint to snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) production and development of varieties with multiple disease resistance would assist farmers reduce reliance on fungicide ...
