Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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Simulation of the effect of maize porridge fortified with grain amaranth or micronutrient powder containing NaFeEDTA on iron intake and status in Kenyan children
(University of Nairobi, 2013-09)Objective Simulating the probable impact of grain amaranth and highly absorbable, low-Fe micronutrient powder (MNP) on Fe status in a potential target population is an essential step in choosing and developing an appropriate ... -
Subjective estimation bias and PERT statistical procedures
(University of Nairobi, 1975)This paper is an evaluation of alternative methods for reducing the impact of systematic bias in subjective estimates for PERT statistical procedures. As such, it represents an application of behavioural research to the ... -
Agricultural nematology in East and Southern Africa: problems, management strategies and stakeholder linkages
(University of Nairobi, 2015)By 2050, Africa's population is projected to exceed 2 billion. Africa will have to increase food production more than 50% in the coming 50 years to meet the nutritional requirements of its growing population. Nowhere is ... -
Determining the influence of preoperative nursing assessment on patients’ surgical outcomes and anxiety at Kenyatta National hospital, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2010)For quality surgical interventions and outcomes preoperative patient assessment by perioperative nurses is imperative yet the practice is dwindling. Aim: To determine the influence of nursing assessment on patients’ ... -
Clinical nursing and midwifery research priorities in eastern and southern S African countries: Results from a delphi survey.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)BACKGROUND: Because of the profound shortage of nurse and midwifery researchers in many African countries, identification of clinical nursing and midwifery research is of highest priority for the region to improve health ... -
DMARD use in rheumatoid arthritis: can we predict treatment response?
(University of Nairobi, 2015-06)Objective: To review the current and emerging predictors of treatment response by DMARDS in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) patients. Data source: Published original research work and reviews were searched in English related ... -
Probable post traumatic stress disorder in Kenya and its associated risk factors: A cross-sectional household survey.
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)This study aimed to assess the prevalence of probable post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and its associated risk factors in a general household population in Kenya. Data were drawn from a cross-sectional household ... -
Molecular characterization of live Theileria parva sporozoite vaccine stabilates reveals extensive genotypic diversity
(University of Nairobi, 2011-06)The current Infection and Treatment Method of vaccination against East Coast fever comprises an inoculation of live Theileria parva sporozoites and simultaneous administration of oxytetracycline. Immunization with a ... -
Mitochondrial DNA variation of indigenous goats in Narok and Isiolo counties of Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Phylogenetic relationships among and genetic variability within 60 goats from two different indigenous breeds in Narok and Isiolo counties in Kenya and 22 published goat samples were analysed using mitochondrial control ... -
Adaptation of institutional arrangements to management of Northern Rangelands of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)Northern Rangelands of Kenya have continued to grapple with management challenges largely due to a lack of understanding of the dynamics thereof. Eroding customary institutions and new institutional arrangements characterize ... -
Gender differences in treatment outcomes among 15-49 year olds with smear-positive pulmonary tuberculosis in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)OBJECTIVE: To determine gender differences in treatment outcomes among 15-49 year olds with smear-positive pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) and factors associated with poor outcomes in Kenya. DESIGN: Retrospective ... -
Q Fever Risk Across a Dynamic, Heterogeneous Landscape in Laikipia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-09)Two hundred fourteen serosamples were collected from four livestock species across five ranches in Laikipia County, Kenya. Serological analysis for Coxiella burnetii (the causative agent for Q fever) showed a distinct ... -
Participatory governance in secondary schools: the students’ viewpoint in Eastern Region of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The purpose of the study was to determine the students’ view on participatory school governance in secondary schools of the Eastern region, Kenya. Participatory school governance implies the involvement of stakeholders in ... -
Information and communication technology talent management alignment with outsourcing: case of a power company in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Increase in ICT investments and new talent management strategies have seen companies adopt ICT outsourcing strategy to improve ICT performance and business value. Best practice in technology solutions requires an organisation ... -
Relative contribution of different levels of parental involvement to primary school readiness in Preschool Pupils in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Recent developments have led to a lot of emphasis being placed on early childhood education. Massive growth has also occurred in this segment of the education sector. Emphasis continues to be placed not just on growth but ... -
Strategies and challenges of communicating gender information in a non-gender marking language: the case of Kiswahili
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Patient-Delivered Partner Treatment for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Trichomonas Infection Among Pregnant and Postpartum Women in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)BACKGROUND: Patient-delivered partner treatment (PDPT) for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) increases rates of partner treatment and decreases reinfection, but has not been evaluated during pregnancy. METHODS: This ... -
The formation of tris(2,4-pentanediono)chromium(III) in the presence of trichloroethanoate and other carboxylate ions in aqueous solution
(University of Nairobi, 1977)The effect of trichloroethanoate and other carboxylate ions on the formation of tris(2,4-pentanediono)chromium(III), Cr(acac)3, has been investigated. It has been found that some carboxylate ions labilize the reaction while ... -
Altitudinal and seasonal differences of tick communities in dogs from pastoralist tribes of Northern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08)Studies regarding the distribution and ecology of ticks in dogs from Eastern Africa are scarce. Our research was based on a long-term screening of ticks parasitising the domestic dogs living with indigenous people around ... -
Diagnostic accuracy of nucleic acid amplification tests in urine for pulmonary tuberculosis: a meta-analysis.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)OBJECTIVE: To determine the diagnostic accuracy of tuberculosis (TB) nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs) in urine samples for individuals with active pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB). DESIGN: Systematic review and ...