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Evaluation of T cell recognition of Theileria Parva homologs of apicomplexan antigens
(School of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 2007)East Coast fever is a severe lymphoproliferative disease of cattle caused by the intracellular protozoan Theileriaparva from the family Apicomplexa, CD8+ cytotoxic T lymphocyte (CTL) mediated destruction of parasite ... -
The evaluation of the cognitive effects of rhamnus prinoides; a single-blind randomized crossover trial
(Department of medical physiology university of Nairobi, 2005)Rhamnus prinoidesL 'Heril is an evergreen shrub that grows widely at high altitudes (up to 21OOmabove sea level). The object of this study was to evaluate the cognitive effects of freeze-dried extracts of this plant. The ... -
Evaluation of the composition, physico-chemical characteristics, surfactant and anti-microbial potential of commiphora abyssinica gum resin
(University of Nairobi, 2015)In this study, the exudates of C. abyssinica were identified and collected from different geographical locations in Kajiado County. Air-dried gum resin was ground and then macerated using different solvent systems with ... -
Evaluation Of The Effect Of The Partial Replacement Of Caridina Nilotica (P. Roux, 1833) With Spirulina, Arthrospira Platensis, (Gomont, 1892) On Water Quality Parameters And Growth Performance Of Cultured Nile Tilapia, Oreochromis Niloticus (Linnaeus, 1758).
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Tilapia is considered the best species for aquaculture production in Kenya and the world because it grows faster, has high tolerance to different environmental conditions and is easy to breed. However, tilapia culture faces ... -
Evaluation of the effectiveness of e-learning systems in public universities: case of Kenyatta University, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Computing and Informatics, 2011)Academic institutions across the world and specifically m Kenya have welcomed the revolution of modern Information Communication Technology (ICT) and are increasingly spending for delivering their courses to students ... -
Evaluation Of The Geothermal Energy Potential Of The Olkaria Field Kenya, Based On Geochemical Data - A Numerical Model
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The Olkaria geothermal field is located in the Kenyan Rift valley, about 120 km from Nairobi. It is surrounded by further geothermal prospects, such as Suswa, Longonot and Eburru. Exploration of the Olkaria geothermal ... -
An Evaluation of the impact of Climate change-related extreme events on Mental Health in Isiolo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Disaster risks posed by climate change expose uncertainties and dangers to physical environment and mental health globally. Global warming affects climate variability and extreme climate events leading to disaster risks ... -
Evaluation Of The Implemetation Of Cashless Fare System In Kenya’S Public Transport System
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)As the technology grows, there is a shift by governments in the developing countries towards integration of ICT in service delivery. Public ICT implementation in developing countries is sometimes faced with challenges ... -
Evaluation Of The Potential Of Bacillus Thuringensis Ver. Israelensis De Barjac As A Mirobial Control Agent Of Target Mosquito Species In Kenya
(University of Nairobi,Department of Botany, 1987)The efficacy of Bacillus thuringiensis serotype israeliensis (B.t.i) de BarLac as a larvicide of mosquitoes was evaluated both under laboratory and field conditions. In the laboratory, a wettable powder of B.t.i. Lot ... -
Evaluation of the Risk Management System for Medicinal Products in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: All medicinal products have some inherent risks associated with them. Risk management of medicines focuses more on reduction of risks such as Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs) and Medication Errors (MEs) rather ... -
Evaluation of Trace Elements’ Concentrations in Nails of Esophageal and Stomach Cancer Patients: as an Early Diagnostic Screening Tool
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study aimed at investigating a possible early screening diagnostic tool for cancer. Cancer is ranked third among the leading causes of deaths in Kenya with an average of 75% of cancer patients being diagnosed at ... -
Evaluation of trichoderma enhanced fertilizers on growth of common beans (phaseolus vulgaris l.)
(University of NairobiCenter for Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, 2012)Three Trichoderma spp. were isolated from agricultural soil in Embu district, Kenya and identified morphologically as T. harzianum, T. polysporum and T. viride. These isolates were evaluated for their effect on the growth ... -
Evaluation of vct utilization by women in Kenya using the logistic regression model
(School of mathematics, 2010-07)HIV/AIDS pandemic is a global crisis with consequences that will be felt for decades to come. It has already claimed more than 25 million lives and another 40 million people are currently estimated to be living with ... -
Evaluation of vernonia galamensis var nairobensis' seed oil as potential raw material for soap manufacture
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Evaluation of Water Fern (Salvinia molesta) as an Alternative Source of Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids for Cultured Tilapia
(Cebib, 2012)Long chain omega-3 PUF As; EPA and DHA found mainly in fish, have been reported to have cardio-protective and other health benefits in humans. Unfortunately, capture fisheries cannot meet the demand for these fatty acids. ... -
Evaluation of Yarrowia Lipolytica as a Host for Cytochrome P450 Monooxygenase Expression
(2013-06-26)Biohydroxylation reactions are catalyzed by various types of hydroxylating enzymes (Ayala and Torres, 2004) which include dioxygenases, lipooxygenases as well as CYP450 monooxygenases. These particular hydroxylation reactions ... -
Evaluation of Yield, Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Activity of Essential Oils of Tagetes Minuta L. (Asteraceae) Against Selected Phytopathogens
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Phytopathogenic fungi and bacteria cause enormous crop yield losses worldwide. Over the years, management of plant pathogens has primarily relied on the use of synthetic chemical antimicrobials and development of disease ... -
Evaluation studies on the Application of vernonia and other epoxidized Vegetable oils in alkyd and epoxy coatings.
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1992)Vernonia oil and other epoxidized vegetable oils were studied for their characteristics and evaluated for their applications as reactive diluents in alkyd coatings and in elastomers for toughening epoxy coatings. These ... -
Evapotranspiration rates over a crop of sunflower of the giant variety as estimated by the energy balance method
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 1975)In this study the energy balance approach is applied to determine the evapotranspiration rates over a crop of sunflower of the giant variety. Three series of measurements were taken when the crop was 1 meter high, 1! ... -
Ex ante evaluation of is projects in Institutions of higher learning in Kenya
(School of computing and informatics, University of Nairobi, 2007)Information Systems (IS) has become ubiquitous in organizations; not only are Information Systems used for operational purposes, they are also employed in controlling, planning and strategic levels of management in ...