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Mechanical properties of bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris) grown in Muguga, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2000)
This research project investigated the tensile, bending anti compressive strength of a species or
bamboo called Bambusa vulgaris, in an effort to contribute towards the development of a code of
design using bamboo. The ...
The effects of dietary supplementation with textured soya bean protein and provitamin a on growth rate and Diarrhoea experience among malnourished children in Makumbe hospital rehabilitation centre, Zimbabwe
(University of Nairobi, 2000)
A prospective study (lnterventional ln nature) was carried out
to assess the effect of dietary supplementation with either
texturized soya bean protein (TVP) and provitamin A (betacarotene
from carrots) or with TVP alone ...
Characterisation of the genetic diversity of indigenous sheep populations in Kenya using blood biochemical polymorphisms
(University of Nairobi, 2000)
Six indigenous sheep populations in Kenya generally classified as fat-tailed and
fat-rurnped hair types and one exotic breed (Merino) were analysed for variation at five
protein coding loci to determine the magnitude of ...
The effects of embelin (a benzoquinone compound of plant origin) on some reproductive parameters of female sprague-dawley rats.
(2000)
Embelin is a plant extract widely used as a herbal medicine against a wide range of ailments
in humans. Its use has been associated with sexual debility in male subjects. Studies have
shown that it actually posses ...
Assessment of bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris k.) cv-rosecodo glp-2 seed for infection/contamination by Macrophomina phaseoloina and its implication on disease incidence and severity
(2000)
Charcoal rot, caused by Macrophomna phaseolina has been reported to be a major constraint to bean production in Eastern parts of Kenya. Studies were carried out on M. phaseolina to determine factors influencing mycelial ...
Isolation of Avian Paramyxoviruses from village chickens and wild birds in Kenya
(2000)
The potential of village chickens in Kenya has not been fully exploited because
most farmers do not practice disease control, supplementation, and there is no
proper housing for the birds. Control of viral diseases ...
Vitamin a deficiency and its risk factors among children aged 6 months to 15 years in Arssi Zone, Ethiopia
(2000)
A cross sectional study which was descriptive and analytical in nature was carried out
between February and April 1999 among children aged 6 months to 15 years in Dodotana
Sire district of Arssi zone, Ethiopia. The main ...
Reaction of ipomoea batatas (l) lam lines to alternaria leaf and stem blight and effects of soil ph on disease severity
(2000)
This study was carried out to determine the causal agent of blight disease on leaf petiole
and stem of sweetpotato in different agro-ecological zones in Kenya, investigate its
optimal in-vitro growth and sporulation ...
Contribution of Sweetpotato in the diet among households in Kasarani Division, Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 2000)
A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in the period
between September 1998 and July 1999 to determine the contribution
of sweetpotato to household food consumption in Kasarani Division,
Nairobi. Before ...
Compositional, physical,micorocrobiological and keeping Quality of formulated dehulled toasted Maize-egg Flour weaning Food.
(University of Nairobi, 2000)
Dehulled Toasted Maize - Egg Flour (DTMEF) , a cereal-based food for infants and young children
made from dehulled maize, was prepared by a procedure in which millet amylase rich flour (MARF)
( for viscosity reduction) ...