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First-principle investigation of structural, electronic and magnetic properties of Co2VIn and CoVIn Heusler compounds
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
Investigation of the structural, electronic and magnetic properties of full-Heusler Co2VIn as well as half-Heusler CoVIn Cobalt based Heusler compounds using density functional theory (DFT) leads to the general conclusion ...
Indigenous Knowledge on the Uses of African Nightshades Solanum Nigram L. Species Among Three Kenyan Communities
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
In Kenya, the African nightshades (ANS) (Solanum nigram L.) are among the most widely distributed and consumed traditional vegetables. The current study was conducted to better understand the cultural variability in the ...
Compositional analysis and optical properties of Co doped TiO2 thin films fabricated by spray pyrolysis method for dielectric and photocatalytic applications
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
Cobalt doped TiO2 thin films (CTF) deposited by spray pyrolysis has been studied. The compositional analysis has been done using RBS method, while optical spectroscopy has been done by measuring the transmittance and ...
Sex differences in histomorphology of the human carotid body
(University of Nairobi, 2017-06)
Knowledge of sex differences in the histomorphology of the carotid body is important in understanding observed differences in respiratory function and disorders. There are few studies on sex differences in the carotid body. ...
Perpendicular magnetic anisotropy in Mn2VIn (001) films: An ab initio study
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
First principles study of the magnetic anisotropy of Mn2VIn (001) films show perpendicular magnetic anisotropy (PMA), which increases as a function of the thickness
of the film. Density functional theory (DFT) as implemented ...
Influence of Student Councils’ Involvement as a Link of Communication between Students and Administration on Students Discipline in Public Secondary Schools in Kathonzweni Sub-County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of student councils‟ involvement as a link of communication between students and administration on students discipline in public secondary schools in Kathonzweni ...
Effect of Resistant Cassava Starch on Quality Parameters and Sensory Attributes of Yoghurt
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
consumers. It is therefore desirable to increase the content of resistant starch in popular foods such as yoghurt. The current research investigated the effect of cassava resistant starch synthesized by heat-moisture ...
Standardization of cut size and pre-drying time of beef to mainstream pastoral processing in Kenya’s meat industry
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
Deep-fried and sun-dried meat products represent a large part of the traditional meat products from pastoral
regions of sub-Saharan Africa. However, unlike the sun-dried products, deep-fried products are not properly
m ...
Porcine Rotaviruses: Epidemiology, Immune Responses and Control Strategies
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
Rotaviruses (RVs) are a major cause of acute viral gastroenteritis in young animals and children worldwide. Immunocompetent adults of different species become resistant to clinical disease due to post-infection immunity, ...
Specifications for Artisanal Aluminum Cookware in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
The potential challenges encountered in the production of aluminium cookware in the Kamukunji cluster in Nairobi are related to the application of product design specification parameters. Methods of production ...