University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Quantifying microbe transmission networks for wild and domestic ungulates in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Multi-host wildlife pathogens are an increasing concern for both wildlife conservation and livestock husbandry. Here, we combined social network theory with microbial genetics to assess patterns of interspecific pathogen ... -
Multilevel social organization and space use in reticulated giraffe (Giraffa Camelopardalis)
(2014)It is increasingly recognized that association patterns of most gregarious animals are nonrandom. However, nonrandom patterns can emerge in any population that exhibits spatial structure, even if individuals associate ... -
Systems Biology in the Context of Big Data and Networks.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Science is going through two rapidly changing phenomena: one is the increasing capabilities of the computers and software tools from terabytes to petabytes and beyond, and the other is the advancement in high-throughput ... -
Influence of HLA Class I Haplotypes on HIV-1 Seroconversion and Disease Progression in Pumwani Sex Worker Cohort.
(University of Nairobi, 2014-07)We examined the effect of HLA class I haplotypes on HIV-1 seroconversion and disease progression in the Pumwani sex worker cohort. This study included 595 HIV-1 positive patients and 176 HIV negative individuals. HLA-A, ... -
Investigations into the Tectonic Faults on Magadi Geothermal Field Using Ground and Aeromagnetic Data
(2013)Lake Magadi area of the Kenya Rift is characterized by faulting, tectonic activities and geothermal resources. The geothermal potential of the graben in the southern part of the lake was investigated using magnetic methods ... -
Lithology and Geological Structures as Controls in the Quality of Groundwater in Kilifi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Aims: Saline and brackish water has been encountered in more than half of the boreholes across Kilifi County. The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between lithology and structural geology and the quality ... -
A push-pull system to reduce house entry of malaria mosquitoes
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)Background Mosquitoes are the dominant vectors of pathogens that cause infectious diseases such as malaria, dengue, yellow fever and filariasis. Current vector control strategies often rely on the use of pyrethroids ... -
Young people’s perception of sexual and reproductive health services in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)Background Addressing the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) needs of young people remains a big challenge. This study explored experiences and perceptions of young people in Kenya aged 10–24 with regard to their SRH ... -
Is universal health coverage the practical expression of the right to health care?
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The present Millennium Development Goals are set to expire in 2015 and their next iteration is now being discussed within the international community. With regards to health, the World Health Organization proposes universal ... -
Industrial air pollution in rural Kenya: community awareness, risk perception and associations between risk variables
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)Background Developing countries have limited air quality management systems due to inadequate legislation and lack of political will, among other challenges. Maintaining a balance between economic development and ... -
Attitudes of nursing staff towards computerisation: a case of two hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya
(2014)Background The health sector is faced with constant changes as new approaches to tackle illnesses are unveiled through research. Information, communication and technology have greatly transformed healthcare practice the ... -
Simple Reversed-Phase High Performance Liquid Chromatographic Estimation of the Antiretroviral Agent Efavirenz from Human Plasma
(2014)Aims: Sequel to the resurgence of TB co-infection in HIV/AIDS patients in sub-Saharan Africa, efavirenz has become an important component of the highly active antiretroviral treatment (HAART). The objective of this study ... -
Yield Performance of Potato Seed Tubers After Storage in a Diffuse Light Store
(University of Nairobi, 2014)An on-farm trial was carried out at KARI (Tigoni) and in Nyandarua County in central Kenyan highlands, to determine the yields of some common potato cultivars following storage in a diffuse light store (DLS) for eight ... -
Systems analysis and improvement to optimize pMTCT (SAIA): a cluster randomized trial
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)Background Despite significant increases in global health investment and the availability of low-cost, efficacious interventions to prevent mother-to-child HIV transmission (pMTCT) in low- and middle-income countries ... -
Feasibility of Low-Cost Seed Potato Storage in Kenya: The Case of Diffused Light Storage in Nyandarua County
(University of Nairobi, 2014)An on-farm storage trial was conducted at six sites in Nyandarua County using seed tubers of eight officially recognized Kenyan potato varieties and one commonly grown farmers’ variety called Cangi. The seeds were stored ... -
Soil Fungal and Bacterial Populations in White Lupin (Lupinus albus) - Maize (Zea mays L) Cropping System Amended With Minjingu Phosphate Rock
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Aims: To determine fungal and bacterial populations under white lupin (Lupinus albus) - maize (Zea mays L) cropping system amended with Minjingu Phosphate Rock (MPR). Study Design: A randomized complete block design with ... -
Prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV in Kenya: challenges to implementation
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)Background The prevention of mother-to-child transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is lauded as one of the more successful HIV prevention measures. However, despite some gains in the prevention of mother-to-child ... -
Recent Progress and Challenges in Combating the HIV/AIDS Epidemic: A Review
(University of Nairobi, 2014-01)The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that causes the acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) has for many years devastated lives and still continues to do so in the present day. Reducing the spread of ... -
Beyond health aid: would an international equalization scheme for universal health coverage serve the international collective interest?
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)It has been argued that the international community is moving ‘beyond aid’. International co-financing in the international collective interest is expected to replace altruistically motivated foreign aid. The World Health ...
