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A Vaccination Model for Seasonal Influenza infection Dynamics
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The goal of this project, is to study using Mathematical Modelling, the impact of immunization with a partially effective vaccine on the transmission dynamics of influenza infection. To determine condition under which ... -
The Vaccine Pharmacovigilance System Of Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Vaccines are biological products which are used to produce or enhance immunity against vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs). Public confidence in vaccines is critical to the success of any immunization programme. ... -
Vaginal Microbiome in Women With Preterm Birth and Those With Term Birth That Attended Anc at Thika Level 5 County Referral Hospital Between January 2019 and March 2019
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Vaginal microbiome influences pregnancy outcomes and the presence of vaginal dysbiosis has been shown to cause preterm birth. Approximately, there were 15 million preterm births per year, globally and 25% are attributable ... -
The Vagrancy Act of 1968: a Success or Failure :a Critical Analysis of the 1968 Vagrancy Act
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The Vagrancy Act: Social Economic Aspects With Particular Reference To Nairobi
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Valency-adjusting operations in the Suba language: a minimalist approach
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)This study is basically concerned with the analysis of valency-adjusting operations/ process in the Suba language using the feature - checking theory of the Minimalist Program 1995 version. The study specifically analyzes ... -
Validating Organizational Implementation of Information Systems Innovations Framework in Kenyan Higher Education Institutions
(University of NairobiSchool of Computing and Informatics, 2012)Organizational Implementation of Information Systems Innovations (OIISI) Framework was developed in the context of Universities in Kenya and can be used to understand the implementation of Information Systems (IS) ... -
Validation of a Low-cost in-house Hiv Integrase Inhibitor Drug-resistance Assay and Characterization of the Pol- Integrase Region From Patients Failing Treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital Comprehensive Care Centre
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: HIV drug resistance testing (DRT) plays an essential role in the surveillance of HIV drug resistance (HIVDR) and informs on the effectiveness of treatment regimens for people living with HIV (PLHIV). HIV DRT ... -
Validation of a Myelomeningocele Severity Scale
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Myelomeningocele as a neural tube defect occurs in varying levels of severity. The ambulatory function outcome is well correlated with the MMC spectrum by existing spina bifida scores. None of the existing ... -
Validation of a new clinical scoring system for acute bronchitis
(University of Nairobi, 2007)ABSS had small floor and ceiling effects (1.8/0.2) and demonstrated high internal consistency (coefficient of 0.66) and internal validity, with a mean inter item total correlation of 0.25. Effect sizes from baseline ... -
Validation of C-reactive protein in the early diagnosis of neonatal sepsis in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Kenya
(Department of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 2006)Neonatal sepsis continues to be a major cause of morbidity and mortality in developing countries. Inadequacy of microbiological laboratory facilities compromise ability to discriminate between neonates who need and those ... -
Validation of Modified Alvarado Score in Hargeisa Group Hospital (Hgh) Somaliland: Diagnostic Accuracy in Acute Appendicitis
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: In the diagnosis of Acute appendicitis (AA), its clinical supported by laboratory and radiologic investigation. Confirmatory (Gold standard) test is histopathology. There is need for an easily available protocol ... -
Validation of precipitation estimates from satellite data over Ethiopia
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2003)Most economic activities of African countries, like Ethiopia, such as agriculture, hydroelectric power, and industry are dependent on the availability of rainfall. Rainfall monitoring in space and time is therefore a ... -
Validation of satellite derived rainfal estimates over Kenya
(School of Physical Sciences, 2010-06)The aim of the study was to strengthen the monitoring of rainfall over Kenya by determining the validity of satellite derived rainfall estimates for use in Kenya. The study analyzed eleven years of monthly rainfall ... -
Validation Of Satellite Rainfall Estimates Using Gauge Rainfall Over Tanzania
(University of Nairobi, 2013)This study sought to investigate the relationship between the gauge and satellite based rainfall measurements over Tanzania based on gauge rainfall data spanning the period 1983 to 2012 from the Tanzania Meteorological ... -
Validation of the flow charts used in the syndromic management of STI
(Department of Community Health, University of Nairobi, 2005-11)Introduction: Sexually transmitted infections have caused an immense global burden, of disease predominantly in developing countries. The impact is felt in reproductive and child health and lately in the transmission ... -
Validation Of The Intelligence And Developmental Tests For East Africa (IDEA) Using Kenyan Population
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Validation of the Use of Hear Screen, a Mobile Phone Application as a Screening Tool for Hearing Loss at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Approximately 466 million people suffer from disabling hearing loss in the world. The greatest burden is seen in Pacific Asia and sub Saharan Africa with a prevalence of 9% in the latter. There is a huge gap ... -
A Validation of the “twist” Score in Diagnosis of Acute Testicular Torsion in the Acute Scrotum in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The acute scrotum is a common urological emergency. The differential diagnosis of the acute scrotum is broad. A focused history and physical examination can at most times make an accurate diagnosis. A common cause of acute ... -
Validity And Reliability Of Teacher Made Tests In Kenya: A Case Study Of Physics Form Three In Nyahururu District
(University of Nairobi, 2012)rhis study was carried out to determine the factors affecting validity and reliability. Validity is the quality of a test to measure what it purports to measure. Reliability is the property of replicability of the results ...
