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Characterizing small-holder dairy farms: a multivariate approach
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
In the recent past numerous papers have used mathematical programming methods to analyze the
smallholder farming systems problems. Unfortunately the existence of heterogeneity amongst
smallholder farmers in any area is ...
Anti-fungal activity, toxicity and phytochemical composition of gladiolus and dierama species (iridaceae) in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Opportunistic infections caused by fungi have been on the rise and are a threat to the lives of
the immunocompromised individuals. The few antifungal drugs available are either toxic or
have adverse side effects, ...
The Distribution Of Two Major Plant Groups (bryophytes And Tracheophytes) Along An Altitudinal Gradient On Naro Moru Track, Mount Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Tropical mountain forests are known as the cradle of flowering plants and have many archaic
angiosperm taxa. However processes of climate change and human activities have resulted in
massive degradation and loss of ...
Use of Geospatial technology in rainwater harvesting: case study of Karapul sub-location, Siaya county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Kenya is currently experiencing growing pressure on water resources caused by increasing water
demand for agricultural, domestic and industrial consumption. This has been brought about due
the effects of climate change ...
Screening and isolation of γ-hexachlorocyclohexane degrading bacteria from contaminated soil in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-06)
The organochlorine insecticide Lindane is the γ-isomer of hexachlorocyclohexane
(HCH). It is among the most distributed and frequently detected organochlorine
pollutants in the environment. Consequently it has been flagged ...
Factors affecting foraging and reproductive success of Kittlitz’s Plover (Charadrius pecuarius TEMMINCK) at two soda lakes in eastern Rift Valley, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Ground nesting shorebirds are perennially at risk from an array of threats arising
from activities of humans, other animals and climate induced factors. People and
wild animals can destroy nests and kill young birds as ...
Analysis of capital calculation models for a life insurer
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Theamountofcapitalrequiredtostartanybusinessentityisveryvital. The
methods used to determine it are also very important as they will determine
whether the company stays afloat or not.
The subject of this study is to ...
Impact of technology growth on demand for currency in circulation in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Kenya has undergone major technological developments in banking sector which has increased
efficiency, effectiveness and more so introduction of new forms of payments and new products
in the banking sector. Technology ...
Valuing Mortgage Insurance Contracts Using An Option Based Model
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The renewal of medical insurance under limited credibility among non salaried individuals in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)
There is need to have a healthy nation which can be achieved by accessing quality medical
care which is dear to attain. In order to increase the chances of achieving the quality medical
care both salaried and non-salaried ...