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Assessment of Pollution Reduction in the Tannery Pre-tanning Processes Through the Use of Enzymes
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
The process of transforming hides/skins into leather has been categorized as one of the most environmentally detrimental industries globally. Because of elevated pollution levels linked to the leather manufacturing sector, ...
Product and Process Development of Ready to Eat Sorghum-green Gram Cookies Enriched With Mango Powder
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
The triple burden of malnutrition is still a major challenge in most developing countries including Kenya. Currently, the increased dependence on convenience foods has contributed an increased consumption of energy-dense ...
Effect of Tillage Method and Mulch on Soil Moisture Retention, Crop Growth, Nodulation and Yield of Green Gram in Semi-arid Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Agricultural productivity in arid and semi-arid areas has continued declining due to low unreliable rainfall, declining soil fertility, and poor agronomic practices. This study was conducted with the aim of contributing ...
Molecular Epidemiology of Staphylococcus Aureus From Hospital Patients, Hiv Positive and Negative Abattoir Workers and Animals in Busia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)
Hospitals, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected outpatient clinics, cattle farms and abattoirs provide environments that promote acquisition and spread of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), increasing risk of ...
Evaluating Factors Influencing Farmers’ Access and Willingness to Pay for Climate Change Adaptation Information in South-eastern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Currently, the biggest threat to global agricultural productivity is climate change. In order to ensure agricultural production and reduce food poverty, farmers must adapt to this new state. Access to adaptation information ...
Reaction of Rice Germplasm to Blast and Brownspot Under Natural and Controlled Environment in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Kenya has been losing tons of rice yield as a result of blast and brown spot of rice. The germplasm
that farmers use is much susceptible to the two rice diseases. The rice breeders on the other hand
are doing their best ...
Genetic Diversity and Resistance to Bacterial Blight Among Kenyan Cassava (Manihot Esculent Crantz) Germplasm
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) has high carbohydrate content and is grown in Africa as an alternative staple crop for food, feed, and bioethanol production. However, the production of cassava encounters limitation due ...
Designing Navigable Interior Spaces in Affordable Housing for the Visually Impaired in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: Universal Design is a guideline that makes all designs usable by all people to the
greatest extent possible without need for adaptation, a tool that the government of Kenya chose
not to implore when designing ...
Seroprevalence Estimates of Brucellosis and Coxiellosis in Cattle, Sheep and Goats: Associated Risk Factors and Perception in Livestock Farmers in Nandi County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Brucellosis and Coxiellosis are important zoonotic diseases that affect most domestic and wild animals including humans worldwide and have socioeconomic and public health implications. The design was across-sectional study ...
Cognitive-enhancing, Anti-lipid Peroxidation, Qualitative Phytochemistry, and Toxic Effects of the Aqueous Aerial Part Extract of Launaea Cornuta (Hochst. Ex Oliv. And Hiern.)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Currently, there is no cure for dementia and its associated complications like cognitive impairment, and the available medicines only offer symptomatic relief without altering the course of the disease. Conventionally ...