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Re-post tests analysis of using art therapy as treatment for depression: case of Lang’ata Women’s Prison Nairobi – Kenya
(African Journal Of Business And Management (𝘈𝘑𝘉𝘜𝘔𝘈), 2019-10)
The purpose of this paper was to establish the effectiveness of art therapy as a treatment for
depression at Langata Women Prison (LWP) in Nairobi. The paper was anchored on Bandura’s
social learning theory and cognitive ...
Agronomic Assessment of Phosphorus Efficacy for Potato (Solanum Tuberosum L) Under Legume Intercrops
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Phosphorus (P) is an essential element and its efficient use is of global
importance. This study evaluated the effect of growing potato under legume
intercrops on P uptake and use efficiency indices: P harvest index
(PHI), ...
Increasing Potato Equivalent Yield Increases Returns to Investment Under Potato-legume Intercropping Systems
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
In order to enhance sustainable intensification
of potato-based cropping systems, especially in sub-Saharan
Africa (SSA), there is a need to investigate the
economic viability of investing in this lucrative venture.
This ...
Groundwater quality prediction using logistic regression model for Garissa County
(University of Nairobi, 2019-02)
Groundwater quality modeling can reduce the cost of exploration and
siting of boreholes considerably. The present study applies Logistic
Regression Model to predict the probability of siting boreholes of fresh
or saline ...
Aflatoxin exposure in children age 6-12 years: a study protocol of a randomized comparative cross-sectional study in Kenya, East Africa.
(Pilot Feasibility Studies, 2019-11-29)
Background:
Aflatoxins (AFs) are naturally occurring fungal metabolites produced by the Aspergilla species of fungi. The staple food grain, maize (Zea mays), is highly susceptible to AF contamination. In Kenya, contamination ...
Standardization of the Computerized Battery for Neuropsychological Evaluation of Children (BENCI) in an urban setting, in Kenya: a study protocol.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
OBJECTIVE:
In sub Saharan Africa one of the key challenges in assessment using neuropsychological tools has been the lack of adequately validated and easily implementable measures. This study will translate into English, ...
Effective coverage and budget implications of skill-mix change to improve neonatal nursing care: an explorative simulation study in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Introduction:
Neonatal mortality is an urgent policy priority to improve global population health and reduce health inequality. As health systems in Kenya and elsewhere seek to tackle increased neonatal mortality by ...
Assessment of local stakeholders' preferences for foreign land lease design attributes in Kenya: A participatory choice-based survey approach.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Global land acquisition and lease investments in developing countries by foreign companies have elicited a lot of controversy and interest in recent literature. Well-structured foreign land leases and investments might ...
Medicinal Plants of the Maasai of Kenya: A Review.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
The use of medicinal plants for treatment of humans and animals is entrenched in the Maasai culture and traditional knowledge related to it is passed on from one generation to the next. A handful of researchers have in the ...
Stochastic impact evaluation of an irrigation development intervention in Northern Ethiopia.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Irrigation plays a significant role in achieving food and nutrition security in dry regions. However, detailed ex-ante appraisals of irrigation development investments are required to efficiently allocate resources and ...