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Assessment of post-eviction choices on livelihood diversification strategies of households in Mau forest, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Conservation of natural resources is vital to ensure that there is sustainable use. Natural resources are important in the contribution of the livelihoods of rural households. Globally eviction has been one of the conservation ...
In vivo antimalarial activity, toxicity and phytochemical Composition of securidaca longepedunculata fresen. (polygalaceae)
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The search for new, safe and efficacious agents against malaria is of precedence. This is
attributed to resistance of current chemotherapeutic agents to the malaria parasites and increased
toxicity of currently available ...
Influence of the indications and outcomes of previous cesarean section on planned mode of delivery in women with one previous cesarean section
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Background: Primary caesarean sections (CS) are on the increase worldwide. This means increasing number of women with previous cesarean section(s) are seen antenatally for subsequent delivery. There is paucity of data on ...
Effect of quantity and frequency of irrigation on growth characteristics and soil water balance of tomatoes in greenhouse: case study of Kitui County
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The study was conducted in two greenhouses located at Matinyani Secondary School and Kyondoni Village, Kitui County, Kenya. Variation of tomato crop growth characteristics, yield and soil water content were monitored. These ...
An analysis of the pattern of orbital fractures at two referral teaching institutions in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Background of the study
Orbital fracture is a common injury accompanying mid-face trauma. The incidence of isolated
orbital fractures ranges from 4 to 16% of facial fractures. Combined with other injuries including
those ...
Impact of Land Use Change on Shoreline Erosion and Mangrove Dynamics in Watamu Mida Creek, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Watamu Mida creek coastal area is a major attraction site for tourists and also a
source of income for the local people. The key identified anthropogenic pressures in
the mangrove forest are; encroachment into the forest ...
Formulation development of 2% eryhtromycin and 0.75% metronidazole topical gel
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Introduction
Topical gels that satisfy the Target product profile are approved as formulations that are stable and proved to have effective in-vitro release and therapeutic activity. The skin been the biggest defense organ ...
Parking Management and Mapping system based on WSN in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Many cities have significant problems when it comes to traffic management. One of those problems is congestion in
the streets and the roads leading to the city. This congestion can get so severe as to cause a complete ...
Marketing strategies, environmental dynamics and performance of banana small scale farmers in muranga and meru counties,kenya
(2015-10)
The study objectives were to determine the effects of marketing strategies on the small scale farmers’
performance in the banana markets in Murang’a and Meru Counties. To determine the effect
of environmental dynamics ...
Determinants of parents’ perception of quality of paediatric oncology care at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Background: Global childhood cancer morbidity and mortality is on the increase. Quality care
for childhood cancer patients is an important determinant of disease outcome in regard to
mortality, quality of life and ...