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Direct Screening of Micronutrients on Maize Plant Leaves Using Handheld X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (HHXRF)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Foliar nutrient analysis is an indication of soil’s elemental compositions. However, its use has
been limited by the short window available for plant sampling and analysis since different
plant species utilize nutrients ...
Diagnostic Analysis and Modeling of Trace Biometals and Speciation Alterations in Urinary Tract Cancers by Machine Learning Based X-ray Fluorescence and Scatter (Xrfs) Spectrometry
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy has the capability to determine the levels, chemical speciation, and distribution of trace biometals in a biological sample for disease diagnostics. Direct biometals analysis in soft tissues ...
Synthesis of Clay Derived Nanosilicates Impregnated With Prosopis Juliflora Biochar for Removal of Selected Heavy Metals in Water
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Due to growing urbanization, population growth, and industrial activity, heavy metals are now
entering water bodies at a faster pace. The current treatment methods are ineffective, and this has
detrimental effects for ...
Role of Fungal-bacterial Interactions for Improved Hexachlorocyclohexane (Hch) Biodegradation in Soil
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Organochlorine pesticides (OCPs), such as hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH) were extensively
used across the globe for agricultural and public health purposes due to their effectiveness,
relatively low cost, and ease of use. ...
Using Transfer Learning to Leverage Large Un-labelled Datasets to Improve Classification Models in Cases With Small- Labelled Datasets: Application to Paediatric Diagnostic and Prognostic Models
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Diagnostic and prognostic models based on machine learning models can improve diagnosis and
identification of patients at risk of adverse health outcomes. Healthcare delivery can thus be
improved in low and middle income ...
Antiobesity and Caecal Microbiome Effects of Dichloromethane – Methanolic Extracts of Solanum Nigrum (Subsp Villosum) in High Fat Fed Sprague Dawley Rats
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Despite the rapid rise of obesity in Kenya, its treatment and management has remained a challenge due to its high side effects and unaffordability. Locally based remedies may offer cheaper, safer and more cost effective ...
Ecology of Immature Stages of the Dengue Fever Vector Aedes Aegypti (L.) (Diptera: Culicidae) in Rural and Urban Sites of the Southern Coast of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Aedes aegypti is the most important vector of dengue fever and several other arboviruses of
public health such as Zika and Chikungunya. Currently vector management is the only available
option for disease control. Efficient ...
Assessment of Community Institutions' Contribution to Forest and Water Governance in the Kilungu Catchment, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The roles and responsibilities of Community Forest Associations (CFAs) and Associations of Water Resource Users (WRUAs) in forest and water resource management have been investigated. However, their comparative contributions ...
Governance of the Practice of Traditional Medicine in Selected Markets of Western Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Traditional medicine (TM) is a conglomeration of natural products that are used in the treatment of diseases and sociocultural syndromes. Folk medicine employs a wider array of natural products that primarily include ...
Determination of Honey Quality and Its Antibacterial Effects on Bee Health
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The impact of pathogens on apiculture has led to the rapid decline in bee colonies in some parts of the world. Evidence in literature on pathogenic resistance to conventional antibiotics indicates that the use of antibiotics ...