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A Vaccination Model for Seasonal Influenza infection Dynamics
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The goal of this project, is to study using Mathematical Modelling, the impact of immunization with a partially effective vaccine on the transmission dynamics of influenza infection. To determine condition under which ... -
Validating Organizational Implementation of Information Systems Innovations Framework in Kenyan Higher Education Institutions
(University of NairobiSchool of Computing and Informatics, 2012)Organizational Implementation of Information Systems Innovations (OIISI) Framework was developed in the context of Universities in Kenya and can be used to understand the implementation of Information Systems (IS) ... -
Validation of a new clinical scoring system for acute bronchitis
(University of Nairobi, 2007)ABSS had small floor and ceiling effects (1.8/0.2) and demonstrated high internal consistency (coefficient of 0.66) and internal validity, with a mean inter item total correlation of 0.25. Effect sizes from baseline ... -
Validation of precipitation estimates from satellite data over Ethiopia
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2003)Most economic activities of African countries, like Ethiopia, such as agriculture, hydroelectric power, and industry are dependent on the availability of rainfall. Rainfall monitoring in space and time is therefore a ... -
Validation of satellite derived rainfal estimates over Kenya
(School of Physical Sciences, 2010-06)The aim of the study was to strengthen the monitoring of rainfall over Kenya by determining the validity of satellite derived rainfall estimates for use in Kenya. The study analyzed eleven years of monthly rainfall ... -
Validation Of Satellite Rainfall Estimates Using Gauge Rainfall Over Tanzania
(University of Nairobi, 2013)This study sought to investigate the relationship between the gauge and satellite based rainfall measurements over Tanzania based on gauge rainfall data spanning the period 1983 to 2012 from the Tanzania Meteorological ... -
valuating The Impact Of Economic Empowerment And Psychosocial's Intimate Partner Violence In Nairobi's Informal Settlements: Control-Case Study Of Kariobangi-Korogochio
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This study seeks to assess the impact of financial inclusion and psycho social support on intimate partner violence (IPV). It aims to measure the effect of economic empower- ment and psycho-social support on IPV amongst ... -
Valuation of Adipokinetic Response in the Adult Desert Locust, Schistocerca Gregaria Under the Influence of Azadirachtin and Melia Volkensii Extract.
(University of Nairobi, 1997)In order to develop realistic options and control strategies which are environmentally acceptable, sustainable utilization of indigenous ~botanical resources ought to be established. Flight performance was reduced in the ... -
Valuation of currency options with stochastic volatility
(2014)Currency options have gained acceptance as invaluable tools in managing foreign exchange risk. They are extensively used and bring a much wider range of hedging alternatives as a result of their unique nature. Options are ... -
Value Addition to Dagaa “omena” (Rastrineobola Argentea) Through Recovery of Fish Protein Hydrolysate With Potential Bioactive Properties
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Food insecurity is increasingly becoming an issue of national concern. The fish industry has been identified as one of the sectors that if improved would effectively contribute towards alleviation of food insecurity as a ... -
Valuing Mortgage Insurance Contracts Using An Option Based Model
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Var model of a cointegrated system: structural change and economic growth in ken
(University of NairobiSchool of Mathematics, 2008)The objective was to show that structural change plays a significant role in economic growth in the Kenyan economy. Structural change in the cointegrated VAR model was described as the deviation of actual production ... -
Variable selection for marginal longitudinal models
(2006)Model selection is an essential part of any statistical analysis. A generalized version of Mallows's Cp (GCp) (Cantoni et al., 2005) was developed as a model selection criterion for longitudinal data. GCp, just like ... -
The variance function of the difference and the difference of the variance functions between two estimated responses for a fourth order rotatable design in two dimensions
(College of biological and physical sciences school of mathematics, 2006)In this paper the variance function of the difference and the difference of the variance functions between two estimated responses for a fourth order design at any two points in the factor space is developed. In particular, ... -
The variance function of the difference and the difference of the variance functions between two estimated responses for rotatable designs
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Medicinal herbs constitute an important source of raw materials for both the traditional and the conventional medicine. Due to their availability all over the world, they play a key role in world health as complement if ... -
A vegetation and large herbivore species survey in Hell's gate national park, Naivasha - Kenya
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Vegetation changes in Tsavo National Park (East) , Kenya
(University of NairobiFaculty of Science. University of Nairobi, 1982)The work examines medium- term ( ten-year period ) vegetation changes during 1971 - 1981 in Tsavo National Park ( East), Kenya, with reference to the role of elephants and fire regimes. It includes a detailed evaluation ... -
Vegetation characterization and large herbivore population changes at IL N'gwesi community conservancy, Laikipia district, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Science, University of Nairobi, 2007)This study was carried out at IL N'gwesi Community Conservancy in Mukogodo division of Laikipia District, between January and August 2001 and in September 2006. The overall objective of the study was to establish ... -
A vegetation survey of Masai Mara game reserve, Narok District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi,Departments of Botany and Zoology, 1993-05)The work presented here is a study of the vegetation of Masai Mara Game Reserve, in the Narok District of the Rift Valley Province of Kenya. The study was carried out between May~ 1971 and August,1972, in the Research ...
