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Histomorphological changes in the common carotid artery of the male rat in induced hypogonadism
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
The role of androgens in the development of cardiovascular diseases remains controversial. The current study therefore sought to determine the changes in the histomorphology of the common carotid artery of the male rat in ...
Hybridized Robust Chemometrics Approach for Direct Rapid Determination of Trace Biometals in Tissue Utilizing Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence and Scattering (Edxrfs) Spectrometry
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Direct rapid energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence and scattering (EDXRFS) analysis of trace biometals in soft body tissues is important because it has an immense potential for biomedical applications. Unfortunately this ...
Green Synthesis and Characterization of Highly Stable Silver Nanoparticles from Ethanolic Extracts of Fruits of Annona muricata
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Green synthesis of nanoparticles from plant materials opens a new scope in nanobiotechnology and discourages the use of expensive toxic chemicals. The aim of this study was to develop and optimize a method for the synthesis ...
Changes in Phytochemical Content During Different Growth Stages in Tubers of Five Varieties of Potato (Solanum Tuberosum
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) synthesizes a variety of bioactive metabolites including phenolic compounds and glycoalkaloids that protects against insects and diseases, and may influence its nutritional quality. ...
Effects of Hexanal Dip on the Post-harvest Shelf Life and Quality of Papaya (Carica Papaya L.) Fruit
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of hexanal on the post-harvest shelf life and quality
of papaya (Carica papaya L.) in two agro-ecological zones (AEZs II and IV) among small-holder farmers in
Kenya. ...
The Broader Context for ICT4D Projects: A Morphogenetic Analysis
(2013-06-27)
This paper demonstrates the value of Archer 's morphogenetic approach (MA) in understanding and explaining the complexity of the broader context within which many developing country information and communication technology ...
Evaluating the Effects of Formulated Nano-npk Slow Release Fertilizer Composite on the Performance and Yield of Maize, Kale and Capsicum
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Effect of formulated slow release NPK fertilizer [cellulose-graft-poly(acrylamide)/nanohydroxyapatite/soluble
fertilizer] composite (SRF) on the performance and yield of maize, kale and capsicum was evaluated in a
greenhouse ...
Response of ‘Apple Mango’ Fruit to 1-methylcyclopropene as Affected by Agro-ecological Zone and Maturity Stage.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)
Preharvest production conditions affect fruit growth and development and subsequently their postharvest characteristics. In this study the response of 'Apple' mango fruits produced under two different agro-ecological zones ...
Enforcement of Environmental Crime Laws A Framework Training Manual for Law Enforcement Agencies
(2011-04-12)
"This manual is intended for national trainers on environmental crime in Eastern and Southern Africa. It seeks to enable such trainers to equip police officers and other actors involved in fighting environmental crimes ...
Inherent Challenges of Immediate Implant Placement in the Aesthetic Zone: a Case Report
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Replacement of missing teeth with implant borne prostheses has become generally become acceptable in the field of dentistry. The traditional “Branemark protocol” has advocated for a period of healing after extraction before ...