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Molecular characterisation of microsporidia mb species and correlation with plasmodium presence in anopheles mosquitoes in Mwea and Mbita, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Much of sub-Saharan Africa suffers from high malaria infection rates in spite of several vector-control strategies set up to control Plasmodium transmission. Currently, these approaches are only partially effective, ... -
Molecular characterization of Bacillus thuringiensis strains with differential toxicity to the spotted stalk borer, Chilo partellus
(Centre for Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, 2010)Objective: Three Bacillus thuringiensis isolates designated 1M, K10-2 and V24-M with varying levels of toxicity to Chilo partellus (spotted stalk borer) were characterized to establish the basis for the differential toxicity ... -
Molecular characterization of erythrocyte receptor genes, CR1, DARC and band 3 required for malaria parasite invasion
(University of Narobi, 2014-11)Malaria is still among the most severe infectious diseases at the dawn of the twenty-first century and remains a major global health problem. Five species of the Plasmodium parasite cause malaria. The parasite life cycle ... -
Molecular Characterization of Kenyan Common Bean Germplasm Using Ssr and Peroxidase Gene Markers
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a legume of high nutritional value and the most important legume worldwide for direct human consumption. It serves as a principal source of protein, starch, vitamins, folate and minerals ... -
Molecular characterization of the apical membrane antigen 1 polymorphisms in plasmodium falciparum isolates from Kilifi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Of the five Plasmodium species that cause human malaria, Plasmodium falciparum is the leading cause of morbidity and death with about 300 million medical cases every year. Erythrocyte invasion is an essential process in ... -
Molecular cloning, sequencing and recombinant expression of a putative tick protective antigen from three ixodid ticks
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Sciences, 2011)Ticks are arthropod vectors of pathogens impacting on human and animal health worldwide. Immunological control of pathogen vectors is an alternative control method that circumvents the drawbacks of chemical control. The ... -
Molecular identification and characterization of spiroplasma in anopheles arabiensis from Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Vector-borne diseases (VBDs) are a devastating global health problem. Mosquitoes are amongst the most important vectors of human VBDs. Several measures have been put in place to manage and eliminate these vectors, however ... -
Molecular identification and evaluation of genetic diversity of Kenyan Dioscorea species using universal DNA barcodes of rbcL and matK regions.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Yams (Dioscorea species) are tuber crops that are grown in tropical regions of Africa, the Caribbean, South America, Asia and South Pacific islands. In Kenya, yams are grown in western, coastal and central highland regions ... -
Molecular identification of vertebrate sources and potential zoonotic pathogens in the meat value chain from selected vendors in Nairobi, Kenya
(UoN, 2020)The steady increase in the utilization of meat products has led to a rise in demand as well as its market price. Substitution of meat from animal species of higher commercial value with those from cheaper or undesirable ... -
Molecular phylogeny of Kenya dioscorea species (Yams) and the quantification of their dioscin levels
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Sciences, 2012)Dioseorea (Yams) in Kenya is a neglected crop, notwithstanding its potential as food and in pharmaceutics as a drug source. Research on neglected crops specifically Dioseorea is a sure way of sensitizing the scientific ... -
Molecular phylogeny, leaf micromorphology and antimicrobial activity of phytoconstituents of Kenyan plectranthus species in the coleus clade
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Molluscicidal activity of selected plant extracts
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)Schistosomiasis is one of the most widespread paras itic infections and the third most prevalent parasitic disease in the world in terms of overall morbidity, socioeconomic and public health importan ce. It is the ... -
Monetary and fiscal aspects of the economy of Sudan during the period 1964-1973
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Monitoring aquatic plants proliferation in Lake Victoria using satellite data
(University of Nairobicollege of biological and physical Science, 2012)Abstract This work reports the monitoring of aquatic plants proliferation in Lake Victoria using satellite data over the period 2003 to 2010. The lake, which is the second largest freshwater body in the world and an ... -
Monitoring Evolution of Coastline Along Mto Tamamba Delta in Kenya North Coast Using Satellite Images
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Coastal zones are the epicenter of economic activities in most developing countries in the world hence are bound to change. With advancement in technology monitoring such degradation has become critical subject for ... -
Monitoring Insecticide Resistance among Malaria Vectors in Coastal Kenya
(Biological sciences, University of Nairobi., 2013)Long Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLINs) and Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) are effective measures of malaria vector control. Pyrethroid insecticides are recommended for use in LLINs and IRS due to their low mammalian ... -
Monitoring land cover changes and the impacts of the reclamation initiative - case of mau forest complex
(University of Nairobi, 2015-04)The Mau Forest Complex is the largest closed canopy forest in Eastern Africa, covering about 400,000 hectares. It is of great value to Kenya and its neighbors as it supports hydroelectricpower generation, the tourism ... -
Monitoring routine Health indicators from District Health Information System (Dhis2): a Statistical Subsampling approach
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Routine health facility data is collected using health information systems. In Kenya, it’s collected using the District Health Information System (DHIS2). This data is continuously collected and cheaper to obtain compared ...