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Conversion of aluminium anodizing sludge into aluminium potassium sulphate for use as a coagulant in wastewater treatment
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
During the process of aluminium surface treatment, a large quantity of aluminium-rich sludge is generated but its disposal is a great challenge. The main objective of this study was to investigate the potential to recover ...
A model for mapping graduates’ skills to industry roles using machine learning techniques: A case of software engineering
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Despite rapid development in information technologies, a practical way of mapping graduates‘ skills to
industry roles is a challenge. Attempts have been made by posing this as a multi-classification problem and
solving ...
Effects of urbanization on rainfall and temperature over the city of Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Urban areas depending on their size: Surface areas, population, industrial activities, building density, alter the microclimate and impede greening of any city, Nairobi included. The problems associated with urbanization ...
Dissipation Studies of Ridomil Gold (Metalaxyl M) and Actara 25wg (Thiamethoxam) Pesticides on Irish Potatoes (Solanum Tuberosum) and Snow Peas (Pisum Sativum) in Nyandarua County.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
The main objective of this study was to assess the dissipation rates of methyl N-(methoxyacetyl)-N-(2, 6-xylyl)-D-alaninate (ridomil gold; metalaxyl M) and 3-(2-chloro-1, 3-thiazol-5-ylmethyl)-5-methyl-[1, 3, 5]-oxadiazi ...
Effects of dust on the well being of people in learning institutions and businesses along Wamagana-ihithe road in Nyeri county
(2014)
Construction sites are dusty places, especially in dry weather conditions. According to
Greater London Authority and London Councils’ best Practice Guidance (The control of
dust and emissions from construction and ...
Livestock derived biogas and woodfuel for climate change mitigation: comparative analysis in Nakuru county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018-07)
Increasing greenhouse gases levels and consequently climate change is one of the serious concerns of developing and developed countries. The main greenhouse gases in the earth‟s atmosphere are Carbon dioxide (CO2), Methane ...
Determination Of Pre-Harvest Interval For Carbendazim Used For Control Of Fungal Diseases In French Beans
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
French beans export contribution to the economy of Kenya has seen it become the second foreign exchange earner after tea; providing employment, increased food security and sustainable development in the country. In the ...
Climate Change Impact on Agriculture: Challenges on Maize Production in Uasin Gishu and Trans-nzoia Counties
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
Phytochemical analysis of five tephrosia species found in Kenya for antimalarial and radical scavenging principles
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
An Assessment of Integrated Water Resource Management (Iwrm) Approach for Reducing Food Insecurity in Drylands: a Case of Kikuu River Sub-sub-catchment, Makueni County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
This research focused on assessment of effects of integrated water resource management on
household food production. The key area of the study was Kikuu River Sub-catchment in Nzaui-
Kalamba ward of Makueni County Kenya. ...