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Immunization of the rat against taenia taeniaefomis
(Department of Microbiology and Public Health, University of Nairobi, 1978)In vitro products and saline soluble antigens derived from Taenia taeniaeformis metacestodes were shown to stimulate significant resistance against challenge in rats. Unless necessary, for experimental purposes, each ... -
Immunodiagnosis and seroepidemiology of cysticercus bovis infection in cattle in Kenya
(Department of Public Health, pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Nairobi, 1977-10)Cysticercosis and taeniasis in animals and man, respectively are widespread in the world and are of great economic and public health importance in East Af'r-i ce , In Kenya, the prevalence of Cyst~~ercus bovi~ infection ... -
Immunodiagnosis of Bovine Cysticercosis using selected antigens
(Department of Public Health, pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Nairobi, 1984)Despite significant advances in the development of cestocidal agents and improved understanding of the epidemiological factors affecting the transmission of tapeworms, there has been in fact an increase in human taeniasis ... -
Immunodiagnosis of hydatid disease in livestock using an intradenmal test and an enzyme immunoassay
(Department of Public Health, Pharmacology and ToxicologyDepartment of Public Health, Pharmacology and Toxicology, 1984)A variety of methods based on immunological principles have been tried for the diagnosis of hydatid disease but largely with unsatisfactory results. One of the oldest illethods is the Casoni test which gives a reaction of ... -
Immunohistochemical and biochemical characterization of retroviral-related antigens expressed in normal baboon placenta and other tissues
(University of NairobiDepartment of Animal Physiology, 1997)The genomes of all eukaryotes contain multiple copies of DNA sequences that are related to sequences found in infectious retroviruses . Endogenous retroviruses (ERV s) are generally non-pathogenic except in mice where ... -
An Immunological Model of Trypanosoma (Tkypanozoon) Brucei Brucei in the Vervet Monkey (Cercopithecus Aethiops)
(University of Nairobi, 1982)The vervet monkey was susceptible to two stocks and a clone of T. brucei. At a dose of 1 x 10"* inoculated parasites the stocks killed the monkeys either in acute or chronic infection. Also, the cloned parasite showed ... -
Immunotherapy of post-surgical alveolar hydatid disease (AHD)
(University of NairobiTHE UNIVERSITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, Department Of Biology, 1994)Immunotherapy of post-surgical Alveolar Hydatid Disease (AHD) was attempted using an attenuated strain of Mycobacterium bovis (BCG) in this study. Gerbils were subcutaneously infected with Echinococcus multilocularis. ... -
Impact Assessment of Integrated Pest Management Strategy for Control of Mango Fruit Fly on Women Decision Making Among Smallholder Mango Producers in Machakos County, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Improved technology increases agricultural productivity which translates to increased income from the farm. This escalates women loss of control to agricultural production and marketing due to persistent gender disparities ... -
Impact of Adoption of Improved Integrated Pest Management Practices in the Suppression of Mango Fruit Fly Infestation in Embu County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Fruit fly infestation is the most limiting constraint in mango production in Kenya. To enhance the suppression of this invasive pest, the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology developed an auto-dissemination ... -
Impact of Adoption of Push-pull Technologies on Smallholder Maize Farmer’s Productivity in Eastern Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The push-pull technology (PPT) as an alternative to conventional pesticide use in the control of fall armyworm (FAW) and stemborer pests in maize production has received considerable attention in the recent past. However, ... -
Impact of Agribusiness Empowerment Interventions on Skills Development and Livelihood Outcomes: Evidence From the Enable Programme in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Agribusiness empowerment programmes have become a common strategy to promote youth agripreneurship, help young people develop relevant skills, improve the performance of youth-led agribusiness enterprises, and invariably ... -
Impact Of Agricultural Training Programmes On Youth Agripreneurship Performance And Empowerment In Nigeria
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Within the framework of potential strategies to reduce youth unemployment in Nigeria, agriculture has been identified as one with remarkable employment opportunities which could change the economic status of young people. ... -
Impact of apiculture on livelihoods and conservation of Nyando wetlands
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Apiculture is bee keeping for the purpose of honey, wax and propolis production. In Kenya bee keeping hasn’t been fully exploited as an alternative livelihood activity in wetlands conservation. Due to climate change and ... -
The impact of changing land use patterns on the numbers and distribution of livestock and wild herbivores in the Tana River District, Kenya
(Department of Range Management, University of Nairobi, 1992-02)The intent of this study was to examine the impact of changing land use patterns on the numbers and distribution of livestock and wild herbivores in the Tana River District, Kenya. A multi-method approach of aerial ... -
The impact of child feeding practices on the nutritional status of children 0-24 months in Belet Hawa district, Gedo Region Somalia
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food Technology & Nutrition, 2011)Despite food ration distribution, presence of feeding programmes and provision of free health care, during emergencies, malnutrition and morbidity persist and constitute a threat to child survival, growth and development ... -
Impact of Choice and Integration of Tsetse Fly and Trypanosomiasis Control Methods on Household Income in Lamu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The farm households in Lamu County had participated in the control of tsetse flies and trypanosomiasis using insecticide treated livestock, insecticide treated targets and trypanocidal drugs. However, the methods that ... -
The Impact of Co-operative Membership on Smallholder Rubber Farmers’ Choice of Selling Outlets and Income in Liberia
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Rural households in Liberia depend on the production and sales of natural rubber for livelihood. It is the highest contributor to GDP and foreign exchange earner in the agricultural sector. Despite the importance of natural ... -
The impact of egg price stabilization in Kenya
(College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1990-07)Major causes of egg price instability in Kenya and the impact of the instability on egg production and consumption were investigated. The direct impacts of various stabilization programmes in terms of stability of egg ... -
The Impact of Farmer Training on Farm Output In Homa Bay, South Nyanza, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1983)Tie study concerns itself with the role of extension education to the small holder farmer. The study is based on Han a — Bay Fanner Training Centre, South Nyanza District, Kenya. It was postulated as a basis for research ...