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Evaluation of artificial feeding methods in dairy calves (Bucket vs nipple bottle)
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 1981) -
An evaluation of Asei- Pdsi teaching approach in mathematics in public primary schools in Kisumu west sub county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016) -
Evaluation of bacillus and trichoderma species for Biological control of bacterial wilt caused by ralstonia solanacearum in tomato
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Tomato (Lycopersicum esculentum) has been rated second most important vegetable crop in Kenya. Bacterial wilt caused by Ralstonia solanacearum, is a major biotic constraint to tomato productivity with yield losses of up ... -
Evaluation of Bacillus Thuringiensis Isolates’ Potential in the Management of Pod Borers (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) Infesting Pigeon Peas
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Pod borer infestation, especially Helicoverpa armigera, is a key constraint affecting pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) production. Farmers find it difficult to adopt the use of synthetic pesticide because pigeon pea is a subsistence ... -
Evaluation of bacterial flora and antimicrobial susceptibility of chronic suppurative otitis media at the Kenyatta national hospital a prospective study
(Department of Surgery, 2009)Main objective: To determine the bacteriological flora of CSOM and its antimicrobial susceptibility at the KNH. The WHO definition of CSOM was applied in this study. Study design: Cross sectional descriptive study ... -
An evaluation of bank restructuring approaches adopted by the three leading commercial banks in Kenya.
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2003-10)Bank restructuring IS an important aspect in minimizing bank failures and in improving the financial performance of banking institutions in both developed and developing countries. Bank restructuring is usually necessitated ... -
Evaluation of Biomedical Waste Management: a Case Study of the Mater Hospital in Nairobi County - Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The research study was based on evaluation of biomedical waste management and was carried out at the Mater Hospital in Nairobi County and the main objective of the study was to examine the policies and regulations regarding ... -
Evaluation of biopesticides and harvesting periods for management of potato tuber moth (PTM) (Plthorimaea operculella) zeller on potato (solanum tuberosum)
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)is the second most important food crop in Kenya after maize. It plays an important role in national food security, poverty alleviation and income generation. The farmers face many problems, such as pest and diseases, ... -
Evaluation of biopesticides in control of red spider mites (tetranychus evansiy on tomatoes (lycopersicum esculentum)
(University of NairobiDepartment of Crop Science, 2005)Three neem-based biopesticides, namely Achook (0.15% Azadirachtin), Neemroc (0.03% Azadirachtin + 32% neem oil) and Neem + Corn (0.03% Azadirachtin + 32% corn oil) and one garlic-based product, namely GC- mite (40% garlic ... -
Evaluation of black jack (Bidens Pilosa L.) resistance to paraquat
(University of NairobiDepartment of Crop Science, 1996)Two experiments were conducted to study resistance of Bidens. pilosa to paraquat. A resistant and susceptible biotypes of the weed were used. The first experiment looked at the effect of paraquat application rate on ... -
Evaluation of Bone Char Defluoridation of Water using Adsorption Isotherms and the Bed Depth Service Time (BDST) Model
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Sustained intake of elevated fluoride concentrations cause dental or skeletal fluorosis, a chronic disease manifested by mottling of teeth in mild cases and softening of bones and neurological damage in severe cases. ... -
Evaluation Of Bone Health In Women Of Reproductive Age On Anti-epipletics
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Evaluation of border crops and varietal resistance for the management of diamondback moth (plutella xylostella l.) on cabbage (brassica oleracea var. Capitata)
(University of NairobiDepartment of Crop Science, 2009)Cabbage (Brassica oleracea L. var. capitata) is one of the most important vegetables grown in Kenya for home consumption and as an important source of income to many small-scale farmers. The production of cabbage is, ... -
Evaluation Of Botanical Pesticides And Coloured Sticky Insect Traps For Management Of Insect Pests (Thrips, Whiteflies And Aphids) In French Beans (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.)
(University of Nairobi, 2015)French bean, Phaseolus vulgaris L. is an important crop in Kenya mainly grown by small holder farmers in various parts of the country. However, farmers face many challenges among them pests and diseases. The objective ... -
Evaluation of bovine dendritic cells in the induction of cytotoxic T lymphocyte responses to Theileria Parva
(School of Biological Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2003)Recent demonstration of an ability of human and murine dendritic cells (DC) to acquire exogenous antigens, present them as peptide complexes with MHC class I molecules and induce antigen specific CD8+ cytotoxic T lymphocyte ... -
An evaluation of budgeting processes in parastatals (a case of Kenya revenue authority)
(University of Nairobi, 2011)The Kenya Revenue Authority has undertaken various reforms and modernization programmes aimed at improving service delivery to its customers. In this regard the Authority has re-engineered its internal business processes ... -
Evaluation Of Building Approval Processes On Construction Project Delivery (Time And Cost) - A Study Of Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The acquisition of statutory building approvals required by developers has been cited as one of the hindrances to adequate and affordable housing. With the rate of urbanization in Kenya estimated at 32.8% and an annual ... -
Evaluation of Bush Clearing as a Control Measure against Afrotropical Malaria Vectors
(College of Biological and Physical Sciences, 2005-09)An investigation of the efficacy of bush clearing as a control measure against Anopheles gamb/ae sensu lata was carried out on Rusinga Island in western Kenya. A knowledge. attitude and practices (KAPs) survey and empirical ... -
An evaluation of business failure prediction methods: Literature survey
(University of NairobiDepartment of Philosophy, 2007)Since the fall of Babel [the largest enterprise in the history of mankind], human corporations are always faced with the risk of failure. Just like human beings survive on sufficiency of human blood, so do businesses survive ... -
An evaluation of capacity building initiatives on project sustainability in Non Governmental organizations: a case of Liverpool VCT Youth program, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2010)Capacity Building is a buzz word in the organizational world- with differing meaning to different individuals and organizational leaders. However there's renewed interest among non governmental organizations. In this paper ...