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The use of non-invasive molecular techniques to confirm the presence of mountain bongo Tragelaphus eurycerus isaaci populations in Kenya and preliminary inference of their mitochondrial genetic variation
(Springer NetherlandsDepartment of Animal Production, University of Nairobi, 2011)The mountain bongo antelope Tragelaphus eurycerus isaaci has rapidly declined in recent decades, due to a combination of hunting, habitat degradation and disease. Endemic to Kenya, mountain bongo populations have shrunk ... -
The use of participatory epidemiology to determine the prevalence rate and economic impacts of PPR and CCPP in Turkana county of Kenya
(University of Nairobi,Department of Clinical Studies,, 2012)Participatory epidemiological Research was conducted in Turkana to identify the two most important livestock diseases, and then characterize their incidence and the economic impact. The study was carried out between 12th ... -
The Use Of Physico-chemical Methods In Meat Species Identification
(University of Nairobi,Department of Public Health, pharmacology and Toxicology,, 1989) -
Use of Plasma concentration of luteinizing and Follicle stimulating hormone (LH & FSH) in predicting sows' return to heat after weaning.
(University of Nairobi.Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, 1989) -
Use Of Pond Effluents Of Different Nutrient Levels For Irrigation Of Tomatoes And French Beans At The Sagana Fish Ponds, Kenya..
(University of NairobiDepartment of Land Resource Management and Agricultural Technology, 2003) -
The use of preserved colostrum for rearing replacement dairy calves: calf performance, economics and on-farm practicability in Kenya.
(Univesity of NairobiDepartment of Clinical studies, 1995)A total of 133 observations on mean daily mass gains from 19 calves reared on either whole milk (control) or preserved colostrum (treatment) were estimated. The control group had a total of 104 observations computed, while ... -
The use of randomly amplified polymorphic DNA marker (RAPD) in an analysis of susceptibility to Haemonchus and coccidia infestations in goats
(University of Nairobi.Department of veterinary pathology, Microbiology $ Parasitology, 1991) -
Use of Repetitive Extragenic Palindromic (REP), Enterobacterial Repetitive Intergenic Consensus (ERIC) and BOX sequences to fingerprint Exserohilum turcicum isolates
(Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection, University of Nairobi, 2010-04)Objective: To examine the distribution of dispersed repetitive DNA (Enterobacterial Repetitive Intergenic Consensus (ERIC), BOX, and Repetitive Extragenic Palindromic (REP) sequences in the genome of Exserohilum turcicum ... -
The use of skin grafts in the treatment of wounds of the distal limbs in cattle
(Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, 1985) -
Use of SNP genotyping to determine pedigree and breed composition of dairy cattle in Kenya
(University of Nairobi.Department of Animal Production, 2010-10)High levels of inbreeding in East African dairy cattle are a potential concern because of use of a limited range of imported germplasm coupled with strong selection, especially by disease, and sparse performance recording. ... -
The Use of Sociological Methods to Assess Land-use Change: A Case Study of Lambwe Valley, Kenya
(Department of Range Management, University of Nairobi, 2003)Land-use history, not readily available for most places, remains the weakest link in nearly all studies of historic vegetation change, in Africa as well as other places in the world. Notwithstanding, communities hold ... -
The use of soil compaction levels in the selection of field-safe sugarcane transport vehicles
(University of Nairobi† Department of Agricultural Engineering, 1997-03)Data was collected for single bundle and nucleus estate trailers aimed at selecting the trailer units that could safely travel in the sugarcane fields without causing detrimental soil compaction. The proportion of trailers ... -
Use of Spices in Foods
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food Science, Nutrition & Technology, 2002)In this era of increased concern on safety of chemical food additives, natural methods of preservation and natural preservatives are receiving increased attention. Despite their demonstrated potential use in food as ... -
Use of teething technique to estimate age in goats
(University of Nairobi.Department of Animal Production, 1986) -
Use of test-day records to predict first lactation 305-day milk yield using artificial neural network in Kenyan Holstein–Friesian dairy cows
(Springer LinkDepartment of Animal Physiology, University of Nairobi, 2010-04)The study is focused on the capability of artificial neural networks (ANNs) to predict next month and first lactation 305-day milk yields (FLMY305) of Kenyan Holstein–Friesian (KHF) dairy cows based on a few available test ... -
Use of the Kenya Transect for Selecting and Targeting Adapted Cultivars to Appropriate Production Systems
(University of Nairobi, 1995) -
Use Of The Lactoperoxidase System To Enhance Keeping Quality Of Pasteurised Camel Milk
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food Science Nutritin and Technology, 2010)The activity of the lactoperoxidase-thiocyanate-hydrogen peroxide system (LPS) varies between species. However, its effect on keeping quality of pasteurised camel milk has not been studied. We investigated the ability of ... -
Use of TXRF and Convectional Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Analysis (EDXRF) to determine trace metal concentrations in waters of Nakivubo Channel and Lake Victoria
(University of Nairobi,institute of nuclear science,, 2010)To understand better the pollution levels in the waters of the Nakivubo Channel and Lake Victoria, the concentrations of manganese (Mn), iron (Fe), cobalt (Co), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn) and lead (Pb) were determined using ... -
The use of Ultrasound in distinguishing complications of the Jugular vein arising from intravenous catheters and injections in horses
(Department of Clinical Studies, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, 2001)The ultrasound technique was used to provide both structural and functional information concerning the integrity of the jugular vein, following intravenous infusions and injections. These were performed in the routine ... -
The use of Ultrasound in distinguishing complications of the Jugular Vein arising from Intravenous Catheters and Injections in horses
(Department of Clinical Studies, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, 2001)The ultrasound technique was used to provide both structural and functional information concerning the integrity of the jugular vei n following intravenous infusions and injections. These were performed in the routine ...
