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Remote Access Of E-Resources: A Case Of University Of Nairobi-Distance Learning
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)
This study was carried out to investigate remote access of e-resources by distance learning students of the University of Nairobi. Five research questions were raised. The study sought to find out the types of e-resources ...
Derivatization Of Polygonum Senegalense Chalcones, Phytochemical Investigation Of Surface Exudates Of Tarchonanthus Camphoratus And Bioactivities Of The Compounds
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)
A number of compounds from medicinal plants have been reported to have biological activity against a wide range of disease causing agents. However, a majority of them have not been adopted for conventional use mainly due ...
Adequacy of Acute Pain Management in Adult Patients Admitted With Thermal Burns at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)
Background:
Worldwide incidence of adult thermal burns is 3-10%. Thermal burns cause significant tissue
injury leading to acute pain which if not adequately controlled leads to delayed wound
healing, prolonged hospital ...
Extraction And Characterization Of Gelatin From Lates Niloticus Scales And Potential Industrial Applications
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)
This study sought to extract and characterize gelatin from Lates niloticus (Nile perch) scales,
then blend it with polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). Hydrolysis of the scales was done using a crude
alkaline protease harvested from ...
The Prevalence of Depressive Symptoms and Stigmatization Among Parents of Children With Intellectual Disabilities in Public Primary Special Schools in Nairobi
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)
Background: Parents of children with intellectual disabilities may develop depressive symptoms and are prone to stigmatization due to stressful challenges encountered when providing care for their children.
Objectives: ...
Pricing unemployment insurance using burr xii mixture distributions and C.A.P.M with application to USA data
(University of Nairobi, 2016-08)
The objective of this research is to consider varying unemployment duration in the pricing
of unemployment insurance with application to USA data. The study assumes that unemployment
duration follows Burr XII mixture ...
Learner Perception Of Print Instructional Medium And Participation In Bachelor Of Education (Arts) By Distance Learning: University Of Nairobi, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)
This study undertook to establish Learner perception of Print Instructional Medium and Participation in Bachelor of Education (Arts) by Distance learning: University of Nairobi, Kenya. Kenya has witnessed an increase in ...
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 ...
Mtindo Katika Kazi Za Kubuni Za Leonard Sanja
(University of Nairobi, 2016)
Katika tasnifu hii tulichunguza mtindo katika kazi za kubuni za mwandishi Leonard Sanja. Kazi hizi ni “Mimba Ingali Mimba” katika Mimba Ingali Mimba na Hadithi Nyingine (mh McOnyango) (2006), “Mwavyaji wa Roho” katika ...
Determinants of Successful Implementation of Community Driven Development Projects in Kilifi County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)
This study sought to find out the factors which determine the successful implementation
of Community Driven Development (CDD) projects in Kilifi County.This study is
important because theCDD approach is a relatively new ...