University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Avian influenza (H5N1) and human influenza (Novel Flu-A H1N1) current threats and Research agenda in Kenya
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Decomposition of grasses in Nairobi National Park Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1985)The litter-bag technique was used to estimate decomposition rates of standing-dead grass and grass litter in Nairobi National Park. Decomposition was extremely slow. After almost 2 years standing-dead and litter had lost ... -
Mentorship in African health research training programs: an exploratory study of fogarty international center programs in Kenya and Uganda
(University of Nairobi,, 2013)Introduction: Mentorship is a critical element of capacity-building for health research as it can support career counseling, promote interest in health research and build professional networks. Few studies of mentorship ... -
Cardiovascular therapeutics
(University of Nairobi,, 2008)Cardiology is an expanding area, with a strong evidence base for many of the interventions used. When prescribing for a patient with cardiovascular disease, it is essential to check the diagnosis (several drugs can be used ... -
Service Quality in Kenyan Universities: Dimensionality and Contextual Analysis
(2014)The dimensionality of service quality remains debatable with extant literature revealing divergence in thought. This study examined the dimensions of service quality and tested the existence of a significant difference ... -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Used in the Control of Striga in Maize by Smallholder Farmers of Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The production of maize is constrained by parasitic weeds, particularly Striga. A study was carried out to document farmers’ knowledge, attitude and practices on Striga control among smallholder farmers across three ... -
Antibiotic prescribing
(University of Nairobi,, 2005)Antibiotics are commonly prescribed by junior doctors, sometimes based upon previous discussions but often when the rest of the team are unavailable, and sometimes under pressure from other members of the health-care team. ... -
Voltage controller for radial distribution networks with distributed generation
(University of Nairobi, 2014-03)This paper presents a coordinated network controller whose objective is to maintain an optimal voltage profile across radial distribution networks with distributed generation. This is done by varying the output of the ... -
Possible Mechanism Of Action For Aldosterone-induced Hypertension
(University of Nairobi, 1970)Aldosterone applied locally to the carotid-sinus regions in rabbits produces a substantial rise in arterial pressure. The rise is larger and happens more quickly than when similar doses are given intravenously. Cross-circulation ... -
Anticoagulation therapy
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)Every junior doctor will have to prescribe some form of anticoagulation therapy for their patients. Foundation year 1 doctors should be familiar with the use of warfarin and heparin as anticoagulants, and be able to prescribe ... -
Adapting or Coping ? An Analysis of Pastoralists’ Responses to Extreme Climatic Events in North-western Kenya
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2012-09)Pastoral systems in Africa have always operated under high climate– related risk. However, recent repeated extreme weather events in short succession have exposed their vulnerability. Any supportive action requires ... -
Actions of prolactin on human renal function
(University of Nairobi, 1971)The action of sheep prolactin on human renal function was investigated in conscious, adult, male volunteers. The prolactin was given by intramuscular injection, and the dose used was within the physiological range for ... -
Strengthening capacity of local universities to promote, facilitate and teach rural innovation processes
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Previous approaches in Agricultural Research and Development have had limited and often unsustainable impact. This can be attributed to limited active participation by a broad range of stakeholders necessary for effective ... -
Impact of management intensity and shading level on growth and yield of coffee grown under Cordia africana
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)This study was conducted to investigate the impact of management intensity and shading level of Cordia africana on growth, clean bean yield and % grade 'A' beans of coffee (variety K7). The trials were set up at the ... -
Pigeonpea phenology in sub humid and semi arid environments in Kenya
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Pigeonpea phenology is influenced by temperature and day length and this has adaptive value in terms ofthe crops role in food security in different ecological zones. Field experiments were conducted at sub-humid and ... -
Occurrence of common maize diseases in Kiambu, Embu and Nakuru counties of Kenya
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Maize is an important food crop in Kenya and is consumed by over 80% of the population. Maize is produced in most regions of Kenya, including areas where it is not suited. A survey was done in different agro-ecological ... -
Accelerated Suppression of Primary Epstein-Barr Virus Infection in HIV-Infected Infants Initiating Lopinavir/Ritonavir-Based Versus Nevirapine-Based Combination Antiretroviral Therapy
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)We compared primary Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection and suppression between Kenyan human immunodeficiency virus–infected infants starting nevirapine-based vs lopinavir/ritonavir-based antiretroviral regimens. Although ... -
Chemical characterization of ten dual purpose Sorghum varieties for animal feed in arid and semi-arid areas of Kenya
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)A study was designed to evaluate ten dual purpose sorghum varieties (NGUUGU, MACIA, BTX623, IESV91131DL, IESV92089DL, IESV92165DL, IESV99006 DL, IESV99026DL, IESV99095DL and SDSL90162-2) for nutritional performance with ... -
Evaluation of insecticides for the management of navy bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) pests
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2011-09)Pests are a major constraint to production of navy beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in Kenya. Farmers rely primarily on insecticides to control navy bean pests and use one insecticide molecule over a long period of time, ... -
The impact of Behavioural biases on investor decisions in Kenya: Male vs Female
(2014)This research paper seeks to identify behavioral biases which affect individual investors at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. In addition, the relationship between gender and the behavioral biases was investigated. To ...
