Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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Evaluation of the association between the concentrations of key vaginal bacteria and the increased risk of HIV acquisition in African women from five cohorts: a nested case-control study.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)BACKGROUND: Disruptions of vaginal microbiota might increase women's susceptibility to HIV infection. Advances in molecular microbiology have enabled detailed examination of associations between vaginal bacteria and HIV ... -
Ethnography Of The Slaughterhouse :A Case Of Nanyuki Slaughterhouse In Laikipia County, Rift Valley, Kenya
(UoN, 2017)This paper focuses on establishing actors and their roles in the slaughterhouse processes in the Nanyuki slaughterhouse of Laikipia County. This is understood through the lens of the food system approach, based on the ... -
Produce quality and safety
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Within sustainable production, produce quality and safety are essential features. However, methods, requirements, conditions and even legislation for produce quality and safety in production in rural areas cannot always ... -
Antibacterial and antifungal activities of 10 Kenyan Plectranthus species in the Coleus clade
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background Information: Plectranthus L’Hér. is an economically important genus with horticultural, medicinal and food uses. Most Plectranthus species are used in traditional medicine and have attracted the interest ... -
Challenges faced by women football players who participate in football leagues
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify challenges faced by women football players who participate in football leagues . Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive survey design . It was ... -
Factors influencing the participation of women in the local football leagues
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors influencing the participation of women in the local football leagues . Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive survey design . It was ... -
Impacts of long-term land-use changes on herd size and mobility among pastoral households in Amboseli ecosystem, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Introduction: Long-term changes in rangeland ecosystems of the world have impacted on the livestock production, a key livelihood strategy in these areas. This paper presents perceptions of the pastoral community on the ... -
The Kenyan perspective on adoption of green concept in biodiversity conservation: Case of Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Biodiversity is disappearing at alarming rate due to human civilization. The paper documents the benefits of adopting green concept environment ecosystem to salvage biodiversity loss through protection, conservation and ... -
Determinants of dairy cattle breed biodiversity in rural traditional smallholder farms: Case of Kibugu in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The livestock biodiversity suffers a threat from human civilization through abandonment and/or intensification of agricultural activities. This paper documents dynamism of dairy breed biodiversity and its ... -
The CT Angiographic Prevalence of Renal Accessory Arteries in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The understanding of vascular anatomy of kidneys has gained remarkable significance in both medical and surgical disciplines. The science of r enal transplantation intensifies a need for ... -
The role of women in Socio-Economic Development: A Case Study of Women involved in small-scale business in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study main objective was to find out the role of women in socio-economic development, with a case study of women within the slums of Nairobi County. To achieve this objective, the study was guided by the following ... -
Distance learning approach to train health sciences students at the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: The University of Nairobi (UoN) College of Health Sciences (CHS) established Partnership for Innovative Medical Education in Kenya (PRIME-K) programmeme to enhance health outcomes in Kenya through extending the ... -
Violence against Women and Girls - providing therapy for gender based violence survivors
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose of the study was to highlight the factors associated with violence against women and girls and how they can benefit from therapy. The study was guided by the following objectives: to establish the factors ... -
"We do not bury dead livestock like human beings": Community behaviors and risk of Rift Valley Fever virus infection in Baringo County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)BACKGROUND: Rift Valley Fever (RVF), is a viral zoonotic disease transmitted by Aedes and Culex mosquitoes. In Kenya, its occurrence is associated with increased rains. In Baringo County, RVF was first reported in 2006-2007 ... -
Structural drivers of vulnerability to Zoonotic disease in Africa.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This paper argues that addressing the underlying structural drivers of disease vulnerability is essential for a ‘One Health’ approach to tackling zoonotic diseases in Africa. Through three case studies—trypanosomiasis in ... -
Youth participation in smallholder livestock production and marketing.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Agriculture is a leading source of employment for rural populations in Kenya. Through a mixed methods approach, this study sought to investigate youth participation in smallholder livestock production and marketing in ... -
Influence of inclusive curriculum development on academic performance of refugees children in Public Primary Schools in Ruiru sub-county.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose for this study was to establish influence of inclusive curriculum development on academic performance of refugee children in public primary schools in Ruiru Sub County. The study used exploratory research ... -
Influence of learning environment and socio-behavioral support on academic perfomance of refugee children in public primary schools in public primary schools in Ruiru sub-county.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose for this study was to investigate the influence of learning environment and sociobehavioural support on academic performance of refugee children in public primary schools in Ruiru Sub-County, Kenya. The study ... -
Influence of Teachers instructional skills on academic performance of refugees children in Public Primary Schools in Ruiru sub-county.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose for this study was to determine the influence of teachers‟ instructional skills on academic performance of refugees‟ children in public primary schools in Ruiru Sub County. The study used exploratory research ... -
Phytoremediation using bamboo to reduce the risk of chromium exposure from a contaminated tannery site in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background. This study examines an intervention strategy to reduce the risk of chromium (Cr) exposure. It follows a previous Cr exposure investigation, which revealed that large volumes of Cr-contaminated waste were burnt ...