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Histological and ultrastructural observations on the placenta of the goat between day 16 and day 23 of gestation
(University of NairobiFaculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 1990) -
''Histological and ultrastructural study of the male reproductive system of non-breeding naked mole rats (heterocephalus glaber, ruppell) and in vitro interstitial (leydig) cell response to luteinizing hormone (LH)''
(University of NairobiDepartment of Veterinary Anatomy, 1992)The morphology of the male reproductive system of the naked mole rats was studied. The testes of these animals are located intra-abdominally and on histological examination; they reveal the presence of a continuous mass ... -
A histological study of the gonads and the pituitary of the african lungfish, protopterus aethiopicus
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 1982)A histological study on the gonads and the pituitary of the African lungfish Protopterus aethiopicus was undertaken, aimed at determining the pattern of gonadal changes and changes in the st~te of the pars distalis ... -
A Histological Study Of The Larval Salivary Glands Of The Sheep Nasal Bot Fly Oestrus Ovis Linnaeus (Oestridae - Diptera) With Observations On The Larval Distribution
(University of NairobiCollege of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, 1976)The larvae of Oestrus ovis are well known parasites inhabiting the nasal passages and adjoining cavities in sheep. Besides causing myiasis of the nasal cavities of sheep, these larvae are also known to attack man occasionally ... -
The histology and Fine Structure of the reproductive organs fetal membranes and placenta of the East African Springhare (Pedetes Capensis Larvalis Hollister)
(University of NairobiDepartment of Veterinary Anatomy, 1983)The East African springhare (Pedetes capensis larvalis Hollister) used in this study were collected from Machakos and Kiambu districs. The gonadogenital organs and fetal membranes were fixed and examined by routine ... -
Honey market structure and pricing efficiency in the pastoral areas of Baringo District, Kenya
(Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2008)A competitive market structure is a sufficient condition for the market pncmg efficiency. This in turn ensures that price provides producers with the incentives to enhance production depending on available resources. The ... -
Hormonal profiles and the reproductive tract morphology of the Brown Bush baby(Galago garnerttii) during induced and non-induced oestrous cycles
(University of NairobiDepartment of Animal Physiology, University of Nairobi,, 1992)The aim of the study was first to characterize endocrine profiles of the brown bush-baby (Galago garnettii) during the oestrous cycle and during pregnancy. The second part looked at the effect of inducing gonadotropins ... -
Hormonal relations in fruit growth and development of coffee Arabica l. in Kenya
(Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection, University of Nairobi, 1990) -
Hospital malnutrition and causative factors among paediatric in-patients aged 6-59 months
(Department of Food Science, Nutrition & Technology, University of Nairobi, 2011)Malnutrition is prevalent among hospitalized patients and is associated with higher complication of the disease and mortality. The risk for malnutrition and the causative factors have not yet been very clearly elucidated. ... -
Host Resistance To Tick Infestations In Two Breeds Of Goats, Using The Tick Rhip. Icephalus Appendiculatus Neumann (the "brown Ear" Tick).
(University of NairobiFaculty of Veterinery medicine, 1983)The objectives of this study were to observe and compare the levels of any innate resistance and development of any acquired resistance to Rhipicephalus appendiculatus ticks in two two breeds of goats, viz. the Local East ... -
Host-parasite relationships of the root-knot nematodes,meloidogyne incognita and m.javanica, on beans (phaseolus vulgaris)
(Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection, University of Nairobi, 1973)Field, laboratory, and greenhouse experiments were carried out to study e££ect o£ nematicide application on bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) yields in Kenya; penetration o£ larvae ot:' Meloidogyne incognita and M. javanica ... -
Household factors associated with salt iodine intake and their association with goitre among school children aged 8-10 years in Migori district, Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food and Nutrition Technology, 1998)A cross-sectional study which was descriptive and analytical in nature was carried out between December 1996 and March 1997 to determine the household factors associated with salt iodine intake and their association ... -
Household food adequacy and the nutritional status of preschool children in a child survival project area, Namelok, Kajiado district
(University of Nairobi, 1998)household food adequacy and the nutritional status of pre-school children in a CHILD SURVIVAL AREA, NAMELOK, KAJIADO DISTRICT A cross-sectional survey on food adequacy and nutritional status of pre-school children was ... -
Household Food And Nutrition Security Among Women In Peri- Urban Areas: A Case Of Mathare Informal Settlement In Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Food and Nutrition insecurity remains a challenge in Kenya today. The situation in the urban slums is becoming serious and requires urgent action to cub its progress. Factors that can currently be associated with household ... -
Household food and nutrition security in association with HIV progression: a comparative study of highlands and lowlands in Wundanyi Division, Coast Province, Kenya
(Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology, University of Nairobi, 2006)Household food security that includes household food availability, accessibility and utilization, is Abstract synergistically associated with Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) ... -
Household food consumption patterns in relation to dietary adequacy of vitamin a and iron in Awasi, Nyando district, Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food and Nutrition Technology, 2004)A cross sectional study covering all four sub-locations of Awasi location, in Nyando District was carried out in the months of September -October 2002. A total of304 households were covered by the study. The study aimed ... -
Household food security and nutritional status of children aged 6-59 months in Mwea-Tebere rice irrigation scheme, Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology, 2010)Freedom from hunger is the most fundamental human right that can be obtained if an individual is food secure. Nearly 1.02 billion people are food insecure and one-third of pre-school children in developing countries are ... -
Household food security and nutritional status of tobacco and non-tobacco growers in marginal areas of Embu district
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food and Nutrition Technology, 1995)This study examined the difference in household food security and nutrition status of tobacco and non-tobacco growers in marginal areas of Embu district. The survey was conducted on a random sample of 146 households ...