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Effects Of Arbovirus Infections On Some Behavioupal Aspects Of A Mosquito Aedes Aegypti (Linnaeus)
(University of NairobiCollege of Biological and Physical Sciences, 1984)The effects of Semliki forest virus (SF) Sindbis virus (SIN) and Wesselsbron virus (WSL) infection on the feeding behaviour, flight and oviposition in a laboratory strain of Aedes aegypti (L) were investigated after ... -
The effects of ascorbic acid on the immune system of the guinea pig (cavia porcel.Lusi)
(University of Nairobi, 1993)A review of the literature shows that vitamin C has a positive effect on some mechanisms of both natural and acquired resistance against infection. The specif ic effects of ascorbic acid in these processes have ... -
The Effects Of Ascorbic Acid On The Immune System Of The Guinea Pig (cavia Porcellus)
(University of Nairobi, 1996)Three experiments were carried out to investigate the effects of ascorbic acid on immunoglobulin levels, on T-Cell function and on humoral response to viral antigens using the guinea pig as a model. These were done by ... -
Effects of Azadirachta indica and Entada leptostachya against Schistosoma mansoni infection in BALB/C Mice
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Sciences, 2013)Schistosoma species are responsible for causing Schistosomiasis in humans. It is the second most important parasitic infection, after malaria, mainly infecting people in the tropics. It afflicts approximately 207 million ... -
Effects of benzyladenine on mango (mangifera indica L.) fruit set, quality and yield
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The effects of beta-ecdysone and ponasterone a on the soft tick ornithodoros porcinus porcinus walton,1962
(University of NairobiFaculty of Science, 1979)The lack of basic information in the field of tick endocrinology led to this investigation on the effects of an insect moulting hormone, beta-ecdysone, and a phytoecdysone, ponasterone A, on adult and nymphal O. p. ... -
The Effects Of Burning On Grazing Resources In Nairobi National Park
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Sciences,, 1982)A study of the effects of burning on grazing resources was conducted from July, 1978 and July, 1979 in the grasslands of Nairobi National Park. The aims and scope of this study were to (a) Examine the effects of ... -
Effects of cattle grazing and trampling on herbaceous vegetation quality in Semi Arid Rangelands of Lewa wildlife conservancy, Laikipia, Kenya.
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Sciences, 2010)This thesis aims to assess the effects of intensive but controlled cattle grazing and trampling as tools used to improve moribund grasslands of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy located in Laikipia region, Kenya. These moribund ... -
Effects of Charcoal Production on Environment in the Lower Shebelle Region, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Every country requires energy in order to develop. Somalia, a developing country relies to a large extent on wood fuel (especially charcoal) to satisfy its energy demands. Charcoal energy plays a major role in the rapid ... -
Effects of climate change and human activity on lake levels in the Kenyan rift (case study Naivasha)
(University of NairobiGeology, 2011)Lake Naivasha, (0. 45ºS, 36. 26ºE) lies in the Kenyan rift approximately 80km NW of Nairobi. It lies at 1,890m (a.s.l) and an average depth of 6m with the deepest part being the crescent island crater at a maximum depth ... -
Effects of climate variability on ecohydrological conditions and their influence on malaria risk in Baringo County, Kenya
(2018)Despite current gains in malaria reduction, the disease continues to have devastating health and livelihood impacts especially in sub-Saharan Africa where over 80% of global malaria cases exist. Malaria is an environmentally ... -
Effects of Climatic Variability on Nematode Diversity Richness, Distribution, and Use of Resistant Potato Varieties for Management of Potato Cyst Nematode (Globodera Rostochiensis) in Nyandarua, in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Temperature, latitude, and altitude are critical in the soil nematode distribution. The documentation of macro-ecological diversity and geographic distribution patterns of soil-dwelling nematodes have received little ... -
Effects of Climatic Variability on Nematode Diversity Richness, Distribution, and Use of Resistant Potato Varieties for Management of Potato Cyst Nematode (Globodera Rostochiensis) in Nyandarua, in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Temperature, latitude, and altitude are critical in the soil nematode distribution. The documentation of macro-ecological diversity and geographic distribution patterns of soil-dwelling nematodes have received little ... -
Effects of cold acclimation in a tropical fish, Oreochromis niloticus (Trewavas )
(School of Biological Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1992)The effects of temperature acclimation in a tropical fish, Oreochromis niloticus have been investigated. Fish of the genus O. niloticus were accli 111(1 ted to either (mean +/-S.D) 26.5 ± 0.3 OC or 20.5 ± 0.5 oC for ... -
Effects of computer and internet access and skills on attitudes towards video-based distance learning in institutions higher education in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This paper explores the possibility of using Videoteleconferencing (VTC) Technology to enhance distance learning mode of education for Institutions of Higher Learning in Kenya. It looks at the readiness with regard to the ... -
Effects of computers on employment in Kenya
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The effects of contour hedgerows (alleycropping) on microclimate, soil and water conservation and competition on sloping lands for sustainable land use in Machakos district, Kenya
(Faculty of Science, University of Nairobi, 1999)The research was conducted in a semi-arid land of Kenya prone to land degradation when open for rainfed agriculture. Insufficient water and soil erosion limit plant growth and development. The area has erratic rainfall ... -
The effects of copper, zinc, and chromium on the performance of model batch waste water stabilization ponds
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Effects of corchorus olitorius derived binder on functional properties and thermal shock resistance of a Kaolinite refractory.
(Department of Physics - University of Nairobi., 2002)The effect of corchorus olitorius derived binder on the functional properties (fracture strength- modulus of rupture, thermal conductivity and Young's modulus or elasticity) of a kaolinite-based refractory was investigated. ... -
The effects of cyber-crime on e-commerce; a model for SMEs in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08)Technology has become the norm of various activities within our business. Its ubiquitous state has seen businesses adapting to innovative products and services to its customers, developing customer centric strategies in ...