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Management of bovine papillomatosis using an autogenous vaccine: A case study in Bukura Agricultural College, Western Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2012)
Bovine Papillomatosis is a papillomavirus infection in cattle characterized by presence of warts of various sizes on the body of the affected animals. The virus usually affects the epithelial cells of the skin causing ...
Contamination Levels Of Wastewater, Re-used For Irrigation, Soils And Vegetables Under The Irrigation
(University Of Nairobi, 2010)
Due to scarcity of water, Kenya, as in many other countries, uses wastewater extensively for irrigation. This study was carried out to evaluate levels of contamination of the Kenyan wastewater, the irrigated vegetables ...
Prevalence Of Porcine Cysticercosis And Risk Factors For Taenia Solium Cysticercosis/taeniosis In Three Divisions Of Homa Bay District, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2010)
A cross sectional study was undertaken to determine the prevalence of Cysticercus cellolulosae in three divisions of Homa Bay District. Pig farming in the district is mainly by free-range, with most farmers keeping commonly ...
Molecular Characterization To Identify The Genotypic Diversity Within The Infection And Treatment Method (ITM) Vaccine For East Coast Fever Using Micro- And Minisatellite Markers
(University Of Nairobi, 2010)
East Coast fever (ECF) is a fatal bovine disease caused by a tick-transmitted protozoan parasite Theileria parva. The disease causes high levels of mortality in cattle and results in vast economic losses. The Infection and ...