Browsing Faculty of Science & Technology (FST) by Title
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Photosynthesis In Relation To Plant Production In Terrestrial Environments.
(University of Nairobi, 1985)This book which is published for the United Nations Environment Programme arises from a report entitled Photosynthesis and Bioproductivity submitted to the 9th session of the Governing Council of UNEP in 1981 and updated ... -
Physician Training in HIV/AIDS Care Services
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The place of agroforestry in the rehabilitation and utilisation of semi-desert environments of northern Kenya
(World Agroforestry Centre, 2004)Increasing destruction and degradation of the natural resource base in the sand-duned landscapes of North Horr, Marsabit District, northern Kenya, are jeopardising efforts towards sustainable economic development. The ... -
Predicting drought in Kenya: prospects and challenges
(University of NairobiCollege of Biological and Physical Sciences,University of Nairobi, 2000)The following aspects of drought prediction in Kenya are reviewed: (1) dynamics and causes; (2) socio-economic impacts, including the recent integrated global efforts to address such problems; (3) prospects for improved ... -
Principal component analysis of sea-level pressure over the southwest Indian ocean during the northern summer of 1979
(Institute for Meteorological Training & Research, Kenya Meteorological Department, 1983Department of Meteorology, University of Nairobi, 1984)Sea-level pressure over the southwest Indian Ocean has been studied for the northern summer season during the first Garp global experiment (FGGE) period. Grid point pressure values, resulting from objective analysis, at ... -
Quaternary volcanic events in Africa
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real risk weighed pricing model
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Research training: the Kenyan experience
(University of Nairobi,, 1996)In this chapter, the author stresses the importance of research as a solution to social and economic challenges. Research survives if society appreciates and supports scientists in their efforts to achieve this. Wandiga ... -
Response of seasonal rainfall in East Africa to the weather changes over some regions of the Indian Ocean
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Retinoic Acid Treatment Alters the Pattern of Retinoic Acid Receptor Beta Expression in the Embryonic Chick Limb
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological and Physical Sciences, 1991)Local application of retinoic acid (RA) to the anterior margin of the chick wing bud can affect patterning in both the developing limb and face, and there is evidence that RA may be a natural signalling substance in the ... -
The Role of Biotechnology in Meeting the Biodiversity Conservation Challenge of Africa
(Department of Chemistry, University of NairobiSyngenta, Bracknell, UK, 2009) -
The Role of Meteorology in the National Food System: A Management Perspective
(University of NairobiCollege of Biological and Physical Sciences,University of Nairobi, 1986) -
Root Chemicals Could Offer Opportunities for Breeding for Sweet Potato Resistance to the Weevil Cylas puncticollis Boheman (Coleoptera: Apionidae)
(Department of Chemistry, University of NairobiSyngenta, Bracknell, UK, 2009) -
Sancus aequatorius Taita Dwarf Shrew
(College of Biological and Physical Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2013) -
Secondary School Biology Pupils’ Book Form 1.
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2004) -
Size Determination of Nanoparticles Used in Coatings
(Department of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2009)This chapter begins with a description of some commonly used particle sizing techniques, their applicability to nanoparticles, and their advantages and disadvantages. A special emphasis is given to fractionation techniques ... -
Solar power potential in Kenya
(University of NairobiCollege of Biological and Physical Sciences,University of Nairobi, 1982)