Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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Analysis of Credit Risk on Bank Loans Using Cox's Proportional Hazards Model Masters of Science in Social Statistics
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Globally the prioritization of road projects faces significant challenges due to the non-inclusion of key indicators that can assist informed decisions on which roads to be undertaken first. In developed countries, the ... -
The Pls-pm Approach to Causal Modeling: an Analysis of Learners' Achievement in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Examination of 2014
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Students' performance in mathematics and sciences is closely associated with the scienti c and technological innovations worldwide.The Government of Kenya recognizes the important role mathematics and science must play ... -
Determinants of Green Information Technology Awareness Among Top 100 Mid-sized Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study sought to establish the determinants of Green IT awareness among Top 100 Mid-Sized Firms in Kenya. This study sought to achieve five specific research objectives: to establish the level of Green IT knowledge ... -
Modeling Multidimensional Indicators of Poverty in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Poverty is a condition in which a person or community is lacking the basic needs required for a minimum standard of well-being. Poverty can be measured using eco- nomic, social and environmental indicators. Past research ... -
Multivariate Calibration Techniques for Infrared Spectroscopy Data
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In this thesis, use of multivariate statistical methods for predicting soil properties from infrared spectroscopy data is addressed. Different methods for analyzing complex data and analysis tools to address the computational ... -
Numerical Bifurcation Analysis For Advective-Diffusive Equations In Climate Modelling
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The earth's climate system is a highly complex, interconnected system formed by the atmosphere, land surface, ocean and snow together with all living organisms and powered by the solar radiation. Mathematical models have ... -
Assessment Of Conservation Agriculture As An Adaptation Option To Climate Change In The Taita Hills, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Climate Change and Variability affects water supply and food security, especially in developing countries where many small-scale farmers rely on rain-fed agriculture for food production and as a main source of livelihood. ... -
Determination of Moisture and Temperature Variation in Wet Grains Over Time and Space to Effect Desiccant Drying
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The aim of this study was to establish the best position to place super absorbent polymer (SAP)in an experimental granary for effective and economical drying. To achieve the aim of the study moisture migration and ... -
Prevalence and Intensity of Entamoeba Histolytica in Patients Attending Health Centres in Mathare Slums, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Entamoeba histolytica being an intestinal pathogenic parasite is the causative agent of amoebiasis. It has been reported to cause acute health challenges to various individuals in developing nations, especially those living ... -
Heavy Metals in Sugarcane Juice and Soils: a Comparative Study of Part of Nairobi River Basin and Nyahururu Farms
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The contamination of food is increasingly becoming a concern in developing countries due to the mounting amounts of heavy metals in urban environments. Juices are common beverages in the usual diet and contribute significantly ... -
Ict Framework For Adoption In The Dissemination Of Agricultural Information In Kenya :( Case Study Of Agricultural Development Corporation)
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The agricultural sector in Kenya is critical to the economy and it faces numerous challenges and constraints in the application and use of ICTs in the dissemination of agricultural information. Farmers are working in an ... -
Cloud Computing Governance Readiness Assessment: Case Study Of A Local Airline Company
(University of Nairobi, 2016-04)Cloud computing has emerged as an important platform to organizations seeking innovative ways to save money and increase the trust and value of their information systems. It has shifted the traditional IT paradigm by ... -
Reproductive Biology And Population Ecology Of Senegalia Senegal (L.) Britton Within Lake Baringo Woodland Ecosystem, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Senegalia senegal (L.) Britton is an economically important dryland tree species known for gum arabic production and soil fertility enhancement. However, the species is currently under considerable ecological threat due ... -
Teacher Attrition Using Univariate Frailty Model
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Researchers and policy developers have done a lot of studies on the reasons fueling teacher attrition in secondary schools. I contribute to these findings by evaluating the influence of gender, marital status, teaching ... -
Influence Of Technology-Organization-External Environment On Adoption Of Enterprise Mobility Management Solutions: A Case Of Organizations In Kenya.
(University Of Nairobi, 2015)The words on everybody’s lips in the enterprise world is ‘mobility’ but again the questions follow on how secure are we as we have data being accessed anywhere anytime. Gone are the days when information was on total ... -
Effects Of Habitat Disturbance On Distribution And Abundance Of Papyrus Endemic Birds In Sio Port Swamp, Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-05)Papyrus swamps are found patchily around the shores of Lake Victoria mainly along river inflows. Elsewhere, this habitat is widely scattered with notable patches at Lake Naivasha and Lake Jipe. Sio Port is one of Lake ... -
Seismic Anisotropy Beneath Lodwar and Kibwezi Broadband Stations, Kenya, Revealed by Shear Wave Splitting
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Seismic anisotropy beneath Lodwar (LODK) and Kibwezi (KIBK) broadband seismic stations is investigated in this dissertation. This is achieved by use of shear wave splitting analysis of SKS teleseismic phases. Shear wave ... -
Quantification Of Methane And Heavy Metals Levels In Leachate. A Case Study Of Dandora Dumpsite, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-09)Increased rate of urbanization in Kenya influences solid and liquid waste generation and management and other environmental impacts. This has increased use of landfills to manage wastes and reduce pollution. However, ... -
Evaluation of Yield, Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Activity of Essential Oils of Tagetes Minuta L. (Asteraceae) Against Selected Phytopathogens
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Phytopathogenic fungi and bacteria cause enormous crop yield losses worldwide. Over the years, management of plant pathogens has primarily relied on the use of synthetic chemical antimicrobials and development of disease ... -
Improved Cox Hazard Model for Loans and Advances Impairment
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In the report by CBK in March 2014, Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) had increased by 34.4% to KES 77.3 billion in June 2013 raising the percentage of the gross NPLs from 4.5% to 5.3% over the 2012/2013 period. The gross ...