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Stem Cells: Adult
(University of Nairobi, 2015-07)
This entry focuses on some of the core ethical issues arising from human adult stem cell research. It begins with a brief exploration of the history and science behind adult stem cell research. It then addresses three main ...
Parasites and vectors of malaria on Rusinga Island, Western Kenya
(2015-04-28)
Abstract
Background
There is a dearth of information on malaria endemicity in the islands of Lake Victoria in western Kenya. In this study malaria prevalence and Plasmodium ...
Leveraging cellphones for wayfinding and journey planning in semi-formal bus systems: Lessons from Digital Matatus in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015-05-21)
For many cities in the developing world, public transit consists mainly of semi-formal mini-buses (paratransit). However, little to no digital information is typically available on routes, bus stops, passenger boarding, ...
Operative exposure of a surgical trainee at a tertiary hospital in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Background. Psychomotor domain training requires repetitive exposure in order to develop proficiency in skills. This depends on many training factors in any training institution. Objective. This study sought to look at the ...
Comparison of HIV 1 nef and gag Variations and Host HLA Characteristics as Determinants of Disease Progression among HIV1 Vertically Infected Kenyan Children.
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08)
OBJECTIVES:
Disease progression varies among HIV-1-infected individuals. The present study aimed to explore possible viral and host factors affecting disease progression in HIV-1-infected children.
METHODS:
Since ...
Tedium vitae, death wishes, suicidal ideation and attempts in Kenya-prevalence and risk factors
(2015-08-08)
Abstract
Background
There has been no previous household population study of suicidal ideation and attempts in Kenya. Therefore this study aimed to establish the prevalence ...
Sero-epidemiology of Peste des petits ruminants virus infection in Turkana County, Kenya
(2015-04-08)
Abstract
Background
Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) is a contagious viral disease of small ruminants. Serum samples from sheep (n = 431) and goats (n = 538) of all ages were ...
Vulnerability to climate change in three hot spots in Africa and Asia: key issues for policy-relevant adaptation and resilience-building research
(2015)
Providing sound evidence to inform decision-making that considers the needs of the most vulnerable to climate change will help both adaptation and development efforts. Such evidence is particularly important in climate ...
Efficacy of amaranth grain flour or multi-micronutrient fortified maize porridge on iron of Kenyan Pre-school Children: A randomized, controlled intervention
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08)
Objectives: Adding iron-rich foods or multi-micronutrients powder (MNP) could be options to
control iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) in children. Data evaluating the impact of fortification with
iron-rich foods such as ...