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Assessment of bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris k.) cv-rosecodo glp-2 seed for infection/contamination by Macrophomina phaseoloina and its implication on disease incidence and severity
(Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection, University of Nairobi, 2000)Charcoal rot, caused by Macrophomna phaseolina has been reported to be a major constraint to bean production in Eastern parts of Kenya. Studies were carried out on M. phaseolina to determine factors influencing mycelial ... -
Assessment of bean production constraints and seed quality and health of improved common bean seed
(University of NairobiDepartment of Crop Science, 2002)A Participatory Rural Appraisal was carried out in October 1999 in Gichera sub-location in Runyenjes in Embu, Kenya The aim of the survey was to identify the major constraints faced by bean farmers in this location. The ... -
Assessment of beef carcass contamination with escherichia coli 0157:h7 post slaughter in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)A cross sectional study was carried out on meat sourced from three slaughterhouses: Dagoretti in Nairobi, Limuru in Limuru and Eldoret Township in Eldoret. The objectives of the study were to assess the probability of ... -
Assessment of Biomass Potential for Sustainable Charcoal Production in Kajiado County;towards Informed Policy Decisions.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Charcoal is the primary source of cooking energy in most African countries, where demand from a growing human population has frequently outstripped the availability of wood from forests and woodlands. Fuelwood and charcoal ... -
Assessment of block height for satisfactory spinal anaesthesia for caesarean section in Kenyatta national hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background Spinal anaesthesia (SA) is the most common anaesthetic technique in use for the facilitation of caesarean delivery, both locally as well as internationally due to its various advantages over alternative ... -
Assessment of Blood and Blood Components Transfusion Practices and Challenges Experienced by Healthcare Workers in the Medical Wards at Kenyatta National Hospital
(Uon, 2021)Background: Despite blood being lifesaving, it is not always available when needed. Prolonged turnaround time (TAT) and unavailability of blood and its components impact negatively on patient care. At the Kenyatta National ... -
An Assessment Of Butterfly Species Diversity In Relation To Plant Structure In Mt. Marsabit National Park, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Sciences,, 2007-08)Forest-dependent animals, such as butterflies, can be useful indicators of forest disturbance or stability. Butterfly assemblages decrease in species richness after forest disturbance and fragmentation, but a few species ... -
Assessment of cardio-respiratory fitness: a study of male medical students and matched controls from other disciplines at Moi University
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Cardio-respiratory fitness (CF) is crucial to health among all age groups and high levels are attained following involvement in physical activity (PA). Its assessment involves measurement of physiological markers like heart ... -
Assessment Of Care For Ambulant Adult Patients On Maintenance Chronic Haemodialysis At The Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background information The burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is on the rise locally and globally. The care for patients with CKD is multifaceted and multidisciplinary. The aim of the study was to explore the actual ... -
An Assessment of Cargo Containers Used to Provide Affordable Housing in Kenya: a Case of Embakasi West Constituency, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The main aim of this study was to assess the implications of using container houses to provide affordable housing in Embakasi West Constituency, Nairobi County. The study’s specific objectives were to examine the people’s ... -
Assessment of causes creating non performing mortgage loans in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013-11)This project aimed at identifying the causes that create non-performing mortgage loans in financial institutions that offer mortgage loans in Kenya. It begans with a theoretical study of the background of the causes of ... -
An assessment of causes of gender disparity in the appointment of women to management positions in learning tertiary Institutes, Nyeri town Constituency , Nyeri central district, Central province, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi,, 2009)The research was set to understand why, despite the fact that the laws have changed, women are educated and access to equal opportunities is available, there are not many women holding executive positions in institutes ... -
Assessment of Challenges Facing Inclusion in Physical Education Lessons for Learners With Physical Disabilities in Nairobi City County Primary Schools
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This thesis sought to establish the extent of involvement of learners with physical disabilities in physical education lessons in primary schools in Nairobi City County. The Basic Education Act of 2014 provides that all ... -
Assessment of challenges facing preceptors at Kenyatta National Hospital Specialized Units
(University Of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2010)Hospital settings provide the opportunity for students to care for clients under the direct supervision of preceptors (White, (2000). This allows the students to graduate as competent practitioners who can offer safe ... -
Assessment of changes in genetic diversity of Nile Tilapia, oreochromis niloticus (linnaeus, 1758), of lake Baringo, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The rapid expansion of tilapia aquaculture farming in the Rift Valley Region of Kenya, has led to the transfer of different Oreochromis species from farms (ponds) to natural ecosystems such as rivers and lakes. These ... -
Assessment of changes in land use and land cover and soil erosion risk factors in Kathe-Kakai catchment, Machakos county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Soil erosion is still one of the most important land problem and most pronounced form of soil degradation in Kenya. Assessment of existing soil conservation measures and soil erosion rates, which would assist in the ... -
Assessment of Cheetah Prey Base Outside Protected Areas in Salama and Kapiti Plains of Southern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Over 80% of Kenya’s cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) population range falls in community and private lands. Conversion of cheetahs’ historical and geographical ranges into farmlands has led to loss of habitat quality and natural ... -
An assessment of clean energy use for cooking in Gatwekera of Kibera, Nairobi county
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Assessment of Climate Change Impacts on Particulate Matter Air Pollution- Induced Human Health in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013-06)Several studies have reported an increase In air pollution in urban centers especially in developing co untries, leading to cardio-respiratory diseases. According to World Health Organisation (WHO), air pollution is ... -
Assessment of Climate Resilience of Tomato Production Using Climate Smart Pest Management Technologies, Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2022)For many years, pest management has been a big problem in Africa, especially in Uganda. Pest proliferation has been exacerbated by climate change. With temperature rise, change in rainfall patterns, and change in humidity ...