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Development of Prognostic Models in the Presence of Competing Risks and Model Uncertainties: an Application to Peadiatric in-hospital Mortality
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
This report delves into the practical applications of advanced modeling in the realm of prognostic modeling for pediatric in-hospital mortality. This research commenced with a comprehensive systematic review aimed at ...
Induction of Early Flowering in Cassava (Manihot Esculenta) and Nicotiana Benthamiana by Overexpression of Cassava Flowering Locus T (Meft1)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Flowering is a prerequisite in conventional plant breeding. In cassava, delayed and non-synchronous flowering makes conventional breeding difficult. This study aimed at accelerating flowering by overexpressing the endogenous ...
Effects of an Irrigation Scheme on Malaria Burden in Irrigated and Non-irrigated Areas of Homa Bay County, Western Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Malaria control efforts in the Lake Victoria Basin region have been stepped up by combining indoor residual spray intervention with long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) to reduce malaria transmission rates. However, ...
Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Intestinal Parasitic Infections in Oloisukut Conservancy Community, Narok County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Globally, approximately 1.4 billion people suffer from soil-transmitted helminth infections with disease burden estimated at 5.3 million Disability Adjusted Life Years. Mass drug administration (MDA) remains the World ...
Digitalization and Operational Performance of Insurance Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Digitalization has transformed firms and helped them attain higher levels of competitive advantage due to enhanced service delivery and reduction of waste and operation related costs. This study was aimed at determining ...
Impacts of Climate Variability on Livelihoods Sustainability in Kapsokwony Division, Mt. Elgon District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Mountains offer a special setting for identifying climate change and evaluating its effects. Long and short term climate variabilities continue to impact livelihoodsof small-holder farmersin the study area. People who live ...
Effect of Selected Environmental Parameters on Quality of Syzygium Cuminii Fruits in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Syzygium cuminii tree species belongs to the Myrtaceae family. The problem of underutilization
of indigenous and traditional food resources can be addressed by promoting the utilization of these
fruits to strengthen the ...
Prosopis Juliflora Invasion in Baringo, Kenya: Exploring Its Impacts on Lulc Dynamics, Vachellia Tortilis, Selected Ecosystem Services, Livelihoods and Potential Spread Under Climate Change
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Savanna grasslands are invaluable, but face threats from multiple stressors such as land
degradation, woody encroachment and climate change. While it is expected that climatic
changes will continue to exacerbate existing ...
Effects of Storage Conditions on Organic Acids Content and Sensory Properties of Cottage Cheese
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
In order to conserve milk proteins and extend its shelf life, production of different cheeses is
essential. Cottage cheese is grouped under soft cheeses. Soft cheeses are those cheeses that do
not undergo maturation and ...
Assessment of Air Pollution and Prevalence Levels of Respiratory Diseases in Mukuru Informal Settlement in Nairobi City, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Air pollution is one of the major environmental issues globally and is more pronounced in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). It is associated with adverse health effects, including respiratory diseases that have led to high morbidity ...