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User-centric information and communication technology adoption model for rural farming communities in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Computing and Informatics, 2012)The role of technology among populations in developing countries continues to be a topic of immense interest to researchers. Whereas technology acquisition is easily discernible externally, the ways to which a piece of ... -
Using mathematical models to assess the influence of climate change on malaria risk
(School of mathematics, 2011-07)In this study, a non-linear deterministic model is analysed to study the e ect of climate change on malaria incidence. Existence and uniqueness of solutions to the model is established and the existence of a globally ... -
Using A Mobile Based Communication System To Find Missing People
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Being out of touch with a loved one is concerning in itself, but during times of political dysfunction, violence, and natural disasters, not hearing from someone you care about is terrifying. People go missing from their ... -
Using An Ecosystem Approach To Understand The Link Between Artisanal Capture Fishing And Malaria On Mageta Island In Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In this study an ecosystem approach was employed to understand the association between artisanal capture fishing (ACF) and the problem of malaria on Mageta Island in western Kenya. In this work and in the local context, ... -
Using cloud computing in higher education: a strategy to address trust issues in adoption of cloud services in Kenyan Public and Private Universities
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Cloud computing is fast gaining significant ground as a solution to offer institutions with competitive advantage compared to the old traditional IT. Nevertheless, many institutions are still clenched to the traditional ... -
Using genetic algorithm based model in text steganography
(University of NairobiSchool of Computing and Informatics, 2012)Steganography is the art of hiding information in a cover medium in such a way that the existence of any communication itself is undetectable. It can be applied in open systems such as the internet. There exist a number ... -
Using GIS in urban storm water management: a case study of south c estate, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015-06)With the growth of towns, storm water management has become more and more challenging especially in the urban areas of developing countries. This is characterized by urban explosion over a short period of time giving rise ... -
Using Ict To Assist Dyscalculia Students Situation Analysis For Primary Schools In Kenya, A Case Study Of Starehe District Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2013-04)Dyscalculia is a profound arithmetic disorder that causes difficulties in learning mathematical concepts, memorizing mathematical facts and understanding how mathematical problems are solved. While using ICT to assist ... -
Using Ict To Improve Access To Educational Resources By Marginalized Communities: A Kenyan Experience
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Educational provision is a critical ingredient necessary for the development of any nation. Many of the secondary school graduates in Kenya are not guaranteed placement within the available university slots in the country. ... -
Using Image Processing for Plant Health Monitoring
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The problem farmers face in knowing the health status of the plants during the growth period has limited the yield produced, informed application of pesticide and sustainable agriculture. The challenge to better plant ... -
Using Image Stenography Technique to Obscure Information From Unauthorized Users- a Case Study of Smartware Solutions Ltd.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Steganography is the art and science of invisible communication, which plays a vital role in information security. With the rise of the Internet, one of the most fundamental factors is the security of information. It ... -
Using in-memory Computing to Provide Real-time and Actionable Sales Insights
(2021)The adoption of enterprise resource planning systems in both the public and private sectors aims at having business transactions effectively captured, processed and stored. However, for most businesses, running real-time ... -
Using Logistic Regression in Studying Factors Associated With Choice of Savings Mechanisms for Households in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Savings plays an important role in the lives of individuals in a country. Moreover, saving using formal means enables them to enjoy benefits such as safe keeping of money as well as easy access to other financial products ... -
Using logistic regression to determine the major causes of the rural poverty a case study of Kenya
(School of Mathematics, University of Nairobi, 2009)Poverty is a multi-dimensional phenomenon whose causes are complex and difficult to Measure precisely. The need to articulate causes of poverty in developing countries is Paramount given its effects. This study examines ... -
Using mathematical model to illustrate the spread of malaria
(University of Nairobi, 2014)We present an ordinary differential equation mathematical model for the spread of malaria in human and Mosquito populations.Susceptible humans can be infected when they are bitten by an infectious Mosquito.They then ... -
Using Mediation to Resolve Development Projectconflicts: a Case of Olkaria Iv Geothermal Project, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Geothermal power development promotes the availability and reliance on green energy sources across the globe, increasing environmental sustainability through climate change mitigation. Geothermal development in Olkaria ... -
Using mobile messaging to support aftercare for recovering alcohol addicts
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: The use of mobile texting has grown dramatically in the world including in Kenya. It has been suggested that the technology influences people‘s behaviors including alcoholic addiction. Many studies have been ... -
Using Natural Language Processing for Case Brief Generation and Verdict Support in the Kenyan Court System
(university of nairobi, 2022)The National Council for Law Reporting publishes judgements in an online searchable database, enabling large-scale machine learning and statistical analysis in the legal domain. This is the culmination of the transformation ... -
Using Neural Networks to reduce noise in internet of things data streams
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Noise in the Internet of Things is threatening to drown out sensor data. The problem is growing as more and more devices are being connected to the internet. The noise comes from the electric components both within and ... -
Using Phase-Type distribution to determine Actuarial Functions for Whole Life Insurance Policies
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background The world life expectancy has had a continual increase for both male and female gender. This increasing trend is expected to continue, hence, the need to have a model that does not have a maximum attainable ...