University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Physicochemical Characteristics Of Crude And Dehydrated Castor Oil From Local Wild Plants (ricinus Communis) From Five Selected Regions In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Castor oil have a unique fatty acid i.e. C 18:1 ; 12-hydroxy-9-cis-octadecenoic acid which has influenced its applications. The oil has myriad uses in the manufacture of medicines, cosmetics, lubricants, paints and recently ... -
Determinants Of Money Demand In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Understanding the demand for money in an economy is an important prerequisite for formulating and conducting monetary policy. The demand for money is mainly influenced by the levels of prices, interest rates, real national ... -
An Assessment of the effects of climate variability on Forest cover in Liberia
(University of Nairobi, 2013)This dissertation presents an assessment of the effects of climate variability on forest cover in Liberia. The objectives of the study were: to determine the spatial variability of rainfall, temperature, and NDVI, to ... -
Sodium thiosulphate, a novel electrocatalyst in the electrosynthesis of electronically conducting polymer-polythiophene
(University of Nairobi, 2014)In this paper we report on the electrosynthesis of polythiophene from aqueous media with sulphuric acid as the supporting electrolyte. The redox features of polythiophene on a bare carbon graphite working electrode and ... -
Electroanaysis of Unconventional (herbal) Drugs Using Surface Modified Electrodes in Conjunction with Cycic Votammetry
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HPLC Analysis of azithromycin tablets and suspensions
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The transfer of health information to the rural community in the developing world
(1997)The achievement of a primary health care approach calls for professional partnership. Both government and non-governmental organizations have repackaged information into various formats which are used to transfer health ... -
To Show the Effectiveness of Anti-D Gammaglobulin in Preventing Rhesus Isoimmunization in Rhesus
(University of Nairobi, 1985)During the two year period of the study period, a total of 6885 antenatal mothers were booked to the antenatal clinic. Out of these, 280 (4.1%) were found to be Rhesus negative with 193 (69~) being no immunized and 87 (31%) ... -
Phylogeography in continuous space: coupling species distribution models and circuit theory to assess the effect of contiguous migration at different climatic periods on genetic differentiation in Busseola fusca (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)
(University Of Nairobi, 2014)Current population genetic models fail to cope with genetic differentiation for species with large, contiguous and heterogeneous distribution. We show that in such a case, genetic differentiation can be predicted at ... -
Seasonality And Occurrence Of Canine Babesiosis In Nairobi And Its Environs In Changing Climatic Patterns
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Canine babesiosis caused by different babesia species is a protozoal tick-borne disease with worldwide distribution and global significance. This study was carried out to establish the seasonality and occurrence of canine ... -
Ethno medicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological aspects of solanum incanum (lin.)
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Solanum incanum is used in Africa and other parts of world as a folklore remedy for various ailments that include; sore throat, angina, stomach ache, ear inflammation, snake bites, wounds, liver disorders, skin ailments ... -
Determining convective precipitation using cold cloud top temperatures and it’s impact on aviation industry over western part of Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study quantifies satellite infrared 10.8 μm band cold cloud top temperature data with convective rainfall by matching the cold cloud top temperature threshold values less than 255 K 0 (- 18 C 0 ) of the same spatial ... -
East African prospects; An update on the political economy of Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2014-05)This report provides an update on the political economy of four East African countries: Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda. Based on published research, media reports, the authors’ inside knowledge on certain topics and ... -
Predictors Of Successful Induction Of Labour In Post-term Pregnancies At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background: A post-term or prolonged pregnancy according to World Health Organization (WHO) is one that has exceeded 294 days from the last normal menstrual period. A prolonged pregnancy can lead to post-maturity of the ... -
Assessment Of Obstetric Services And Pregnancy Outcomes At Kiambu District Hospital, Central Province, Kenya
(University of Nairobi,, 2004-04)CONTEXT: Maternal mortality has been recognized internationally as a public health problem owing to the thousands of women who lose their lives during pregnancy or childbirth and many more who suffer complications, some ... -
The Interaction Between Land Use Transformation And Crime Incidence In Dandora, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The link between the social and physical environment and violent crime occurrence and response is a complex one, which is not well explored. This study examines the interaction between land use transformation and violent ... -
Assessment Of Awareness And Use Of Emergency Contraception Among Female Students At Kenya Medical Training College, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Young and unmarried women constitute a high risk group for unsafe abortions. It has been estimated that widespread use of emergency contraception may significantly reduce the number of abortion-related morbidity and ... -
Characterization Of Rabbit Production Systems In Central, Coastal, Eastern And Rift Valley Regions Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)To characterize rabbit production systems, a study was conducted in five counties within four regions of Kenya with significant rabbit farming. These included: Rift valley (Nakuru county), Central (Kiambu and Nyeri counties), ... -
Investigation Of Heavy Metals In Cowpeas, Kales And Sweet Potatoes Grown In Bungoma And Kakamega Counties, Western Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study investigates the level of heavy metals in selected food crops grown in Bungoma and Kakamega counties, Western Kenya. Copper (Cu), Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd), Chromium (Cr) and Zinc (Zn) were determined in cowpeas, ... -
Economic Valuation Of Irrigation Water In Ahero Irrigation Scheme In Nyando District, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2014-06)Water is an important input in most economic sectors hence necessary for economic development. However, water scarcity is on the increase due to human population growth, expansion of cities and rise in demand for water in ...
