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Molecular characterization of Rhizoctonia Solani strains causing tomato (Lycopersicon Esculentum mill) damping-off and its management
(Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection, University of Nairobi, 2009)The objective of this study was to determine the genetic diversity among the Rhizoctonia solani strains causing damping off of tomato in Kenya and assess the efficacy of the disease control by nonchemical methods. Survey ... -
Molecular Characterization of Viruses Infecting Common Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.) and Reaction of Bean Genotypes to Virus Infection
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Virus disease symptoms are frequent in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) fields in Zambia, but information is scanty about the identities, distribution and genetic diversities of causal pathogens. This study was conducted ... -
Molecular Detection and Characterization of Coronavirus Infection in Olive Baboons (Papio Anubis), Bats and Rodents in Laikipia County, Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)Background: In the last few years, members of the subfamily coronavirinae of the family coronaviridae have been involved in human and animal epidemics causing high morbidity and mortality rates. The Severe Acute Respiratory ... -
Molecular Detection and Risk Factors Analysis of Coxiella Burnetii and Chlamydia Abortus Infections in Sheep and Goats in Kajiado, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Chlamydia abortus (C. abortus) infection and Q fever caused by Coxiella burnetii (C. brunetii) are zoonotic diseases caused by obligate intracellular bacteria. The infections cause economic losses in sheep and goat ... -
Molecular detection, genetic characterization and zoonotic potential of porcine rotaviruses
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Molecular epidemiology of african animal trypanosomiasis in western Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of animal production, 2008)Studies on the epidemiology of African bovine trypanosomiasis have concentrated on the temporal aspects with the longitudinal studies rarely considering the spatial dimension of disease prevalence. The problem is amplified ... -
Molecular epidemiology of antimicrobial resistant escherichia coli isolated from wild and domestic rats trapped in and around Nairobi, Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Public Health, Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2000)Drug-resistant micro-organisms belonging to the species F-',coli remain a major health problem worldwide. They are of particular importance in developing countries where few therapeutic choices are available for treating ... -
Molecular epidemiology of bacillus cereus food poisoning
(Department of Public Health, pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Nairobi, 1999)In this study, a survey was carried out to determine the prevalence of food poisoning outbreaks in Kenya by use of medical records and annual reports of the Ministry of Health. Thirty seven outbreaks were reported to the ... -
Molecular epidemiology of spotted fever group rickettsioses and Q fever at the wildlife-livestock interface in Maasai Mara and Laikipia ecosystems, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-08)Spotted fever group (SFG) rickettsioses and Q fever are zoonotic diseases caused by the intracellular bacteria in the genus Rickettsia and Coxiella burnetii respectively. The pathogens continue to be described in livestock ... -
The molecular genetics of fruit chromoplasts from cucurbita pepo L.: variation in steady-state quantities of RBCL, ESBA, and ORF 2280 transcripts, changes in levels of rubisco large subunit and rubisco activity during fruit development
(Faculty of Agriculture. University of Nairobi, 1992)The psbA gene encodes the 01 protein involved in electron transport of photosynthesis leading to production of NAO(P)H and ATP. The ~ gene encodes the large subunit of the ribulose,-1,5-bisphosphate carboxylase (Rubisco), ... -
Molecular Identification and Characterization of Anaplasma Haemoparasites Isolated From Cattle and Sheep in Homabay County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Anaplasmosis is a cosmopolitan tick-borne disease of great importance in tropical and subtropical regions of sub-Saharan Africa and is caused by Anapalsma haemoparasites. The parasite infects a variety of hosts including ... -
Molecular Identification, Virulence Characterization And Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles Of Escherichia Coli In Milk Intended For Human Consumption In Isiolo County, Northern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli (EHEC) O157:H7 is a widely studied foodborne pathogen which has an adverse effect on human health. The threat is aggravated by the fact that there are reported resistance of EHEC ... -
Molybdenum retention by Kenyan soils
(The Faculty of Graduate Studies of The University of Guelph, 1992)Studies on the adsorption of molybdenum on sixteen Kenyan soils representing seven soil orders showed that the adsorption was strongly dependent on the amount of crystalline iron in the soil and on the pH measured in ... -
Moment-type Estimation of Genetic Parameters and their Variances for Calving Date and Production Traits from Hereford data using Multi-Way Models
(GRADUATE DIVISION of the UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, 1985)Factors influencing growth traits as calf, and as dam traits have been analysed. Adjustment factors for such factors were obtained using Least Squares procedure, and used to correct records used in parameter estimation. ... -
Monitoring And Evaluation Practices, Ethics And Sustainability Of Agricultural Food Crop Projects In Nyeri County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Many Kenyans still live below poverty line in rural areas and derive their livelihood directly from agriculture. Agriculture plays a dual role in efforts to eradicate hunger through enhancing food production and serving ... -
Monitoring Changes In Soil Organic Carbon, Moisture Content, Nutrient Balances And Maize (Zea Mays L.) Yield Following Dolichos (Lablab Purpureus (L.) Integration And Fertilizer Application In Maize Systems Of Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-09)Decline in soil nutrients and organic levels due to continuous cultivation practices combined with erratic rainfall patterns has led to soil fertility decline posing a serious threat to long-term maize (Zea mays L.) ... -
Monitoring Changes In Soil Organic Carbon, Moisture Content, Nutrient Balances And Maize (Zea Mays L.) Yield Following Dolichos (Lablab Purpureus (L.) Integration And Fertilizer Application In Maize Systems Of Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Decline in soil nutrients and organic levels due to continuous cultivation practices combined with erratic rainfall patterns has led to soil fertility decline posing a serious threat to long-term maize (Zea mays L.) ... -
Morphologic and Morphometric Study on Anti-ulcerogenic Effects of Selected African Nightshades (Solanum Nigrum L.) Geno-types in the Rat
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Gastric ulcers are a common cause of morbidity and mortality. A gastric ulcer is defined as a peptic ulcer restricted to the gastric mucosa, induced by exposure to excessive hydrochloric acid as well as excessive pepsin ... -
Morphological analysis of the postnatally developing marsupial lung: the quokka wallaby (setonix brachyurus: macropodidae, marsupialia).
(2006)The events that take place during the postnatal morphogenesis of the lung of the quokka wallaby, Setonix brachyurus, were investigated using the light microscope and both the scanning and transmission electron microscopes. ... -
A morphological and endocrinological study of the male reproductive system of the thicktailed bush baby (galago garnetti)
(University of NairobiDepartment of Veterinary Anatomy, 1995)Eight male thick-tailed bush babies, Ga/ago garnetti, were used in this study. Blood samples were obtained twice a week from each animal, for a period of eight weeks. Serum obtained from each sample was utilized in ...