Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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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. ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Anticancer and Antibacterial Properties of Secondary Metabolites From Three Selected Macaranga Species and Phytochemistry of Ficus Thonningii
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Medicinal plants are essential in human ailment therapy even before modern civilization.The quest for and utilization of these medicinal plants has continued to receive increased interest. Cancer is a major global health ... -
Diversity of Vibrio Cholerae Bacteriophages From Lake Victoria, Coastal and Central Regions of Kenya and Assessment Of Their Potential as Bio Control Agents Against the Pathogen
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Cholera, a devastating diarrheal disease that accounts for more than 10% of children’s deaths worldwide, has persistently remained a health threat to world’s population at large. It is endemic in many countries and in ... -
Context Aware Computational Trust Model for Robust and Accurate Recommender Systems Algorithms for Ecommerce Platforms
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Online shopping has become part and parcel of our lives and more so as aggravated by the emergence of COVID-19 pandemic which necessitated need for social distancing and also work from home. This has led to unprecedented ... -
Analysis of Clean Energy Technologies’ Effects on Energy Poverty: Household Air Pollution and Human Health in Vihiga County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Limited access to modern energy is a significant challenge in developing countries, substantially impacting the environment, economy, and human health. Although significant advantages are expected from the ongoing efforts ... -
Development and Evaluation of a Learner Behavior Model for a Learning Management System
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Most Learning Management Systems (LMS) lack automated components that analyze data and generate information on learner behavior. Majorly traditional manual tools and methods such as the administration of questionnaires ... -
Malaria Transmission Dynamics in Sentinel Sites and Mixed Crop Irrigation Scheme in Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Knowledge of the effects of environmental changes on malaria vector bionomics and surveillance of malaria transmission is important in understanding malaria epidemiology. This study aimed to provide information on the ... -
Genetic Polymorphism in the Ccr5-delta32 Allele and the Role of Mobile Technology in Evaluating Hiv Drug Resistance
(University of Nairobi, 2023)More than 37 million individuals are infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and numerous people die from HIV-related illnesses annually. Although HIV prevalence and patterns vary by nation, the occurrences ... -
Anaerobic Decomposition and Voltage Produced by Selected Pesticides Using Microbial Fuel Cell Technology
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In this study, combined anaerobic and aerobic conditions were employed inside an air cathode double-chamber MFC, in an attempt to bio-remediate lambda-cyhalothrin, chlorpyrifos, and malathion in loam soil, tomato and cabbage ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Impacts of Weather on Aviation Delays and Diversions at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Adverse weather is the main cause of the disruptions to operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), Kenya. In order to assess the potential implementation of a weather impact index on aviation delays at JKIA, ... -
Three-dimensional Printing and Characterization of Bottling Products Fabricated Using Polylactic Acid and Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Polymeric materials have outpaced all other materials used in housing, packaging, building, as well as other applications Most countries have sought aggressive mitigation measures to address the threat of global warming ... -
Modeling Daily Wind Speed and Direction Using Harmonic Analysis for the Design of Seawater Greenhouse Prototype, in Kadzuhoni Kilifi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The seawater greenhouse technology utilizes the radiation from the sun, seawater, humidity, wind speed and direction, and temperature to produce freshwater and cooled air in addition to providing the water for hydroponic ... -
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 ... -
HIV-1 Genetic Diversity in Nairobi Female Sex Workers
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Sub-Saharan Africa bears 67% of the global HIV-1 infection burden, with more than half of the infections occurring in women above 15 years. The risk of contracting HIV is 30 times higher for female sex workers compared to ... -
Geospatial Assessment of the Role of Urban Green Infrastructure in Mitigating Urban Heat Island: a Case Study of Greater Monrovia District, Liberia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Concerning the quality of life and the wellbeing of the general public, the Urban Heat Island (UHI) phenomenon has progressively become a significant matter. Several prominent cities worldwide are presently encountering ...