Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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Chemical investigation and isolation of the constituents of Kenyan cassia florlbunda
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1992) -
Analytical applications of liquid junction potential
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1997)Analytical applications of the liquid junction potential. Abstract The results presented in this thesis reveal a marked improvement in the use of liquid junction potential which in most occasions is a bother in our ... -
Removal of textile dyes from aqueous solutions using luffa cylindrica of Kenya origin: Kinetic and equilibrium sorption studies
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2009)Luffa cylindrica, a lignocellulosic material that grows in tropical climates as found in Kenya, was bought from Gikomba, Kangemi, Kawangware markets and kiosks within parklands areas of Nairobi. A total of 287 pieces of ... -
An expert system framework using fuzzy logic: a study of insurer evaluatio
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2003)In these hard economic times, the Kenyan Insurance Broking Industry is currently undergoing a difficult phase. Good service delivery, retention and expansion of their clientele is the key to their basic survival. This ... -
Electrochemical catalytic dehalogenation of organohalide pollutants.
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1996) -
Quantitative and qualitative analysis of Pyrethrins and Pyrethrosin
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1994)Pyrethrins have been analysed by several analytical technique e.g. HPLC, GLC TLC, colorimetric, polarographic, etc. This work report on the simultaneous quantitative HPLC analysis of pyrerthrins and pyrethrosin using an ... -
Inter carrier billing clearing house (a case study for the Kenyan ICT sector)
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2008)This project discusses principles of interconnection and activities involved in development of a framework of an efficient inter carrier billing clearinghouse system for the converging lCT market (one of the core area ... -
Extraction of vernonia oil from vernonia galamensis seeds and its aminolysis to vernolamides
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2001) -
Chemodynamic studies and assessment of pesticide residues in lake Victoria catchment area for rivers Sio and Nzoia
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2005) -
Learning support system using agents in E-learning
(School of computing and Informatics, 2012)E-learning opportunities for students have become increasingly popular with more and more institutions of higher learning finding the need to start online programs. Much of this increase is attributed to the demands of ... -
Layered information security framework
(School of computing and Informatics, 2005)This project has developed a framework which is layered. The framework can be used by any organization to rate their security "goodness" by being able to know what they have been able to implement and what is lacking. ... -
Effect of family structures on undergraduate degree attainment in Kenya: The 2009 Housing and Population Census.
(School of Mathematics, 2012)Numerous studies have been conducted in the area of social science trying to establish what influences education attainment for children. These studies have sort to address areas ranging from the mode of delivery during ... -
Construction of a composite indicator on multidimensional poverty in Kenya using multiple correspondence analyses (MCA) : An application on the KDHS 2008 Data
(School of Mathematics, 2011)This study is on the construction of a composite indicator, which can be used to measure poverty more effectively and precisely on the basis of Demographic and Health survey data. This paper looks at the history of measuring ... -
The physicochemical investigation of termiticidal components from the local trees, Juniperus procera and croton megalocarpus
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1995)For many years various methods have been employed to control termite and prevent damage by termites on buildings, trees and other plants. Termiticides of various kinds have been used but there has been a general concern ... -
The extraction and characterazation of vernonia oil from vernonia galahensis seeds and its conversion into dibasic acids and some adhesive resins
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1992) -
The synthesis of Vernolamides from Vernonia Galameinsis oil
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1998) -
Elliptic Curves and Elliptic Curve Cryptography
(2009)Koblitz [7, 1987] and independently Miller [10, 1986] suggested the use of the group of points of an elliptic curve de ned over a nite eld Fq. The main incentive for this suggestion was based on the fact that the ... -
A study of the antimalarial constituents of cassia abbreviata oliv and strychnos Henningsii Gilg.
(Depatment of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 2009)Malaria remains a major health threat to millions of people in the developing countries. Efforts to prevent the disease through vector control have not been successful due to socio-economic reasons. The malaria parasite ... -
Electrochemical behaviour of polyaniline electrodeposited on a redox ion-exchanger modified electrode.
(Depatment of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, 1996) -
Modeling lapse rates using economic variables. A case study for a life insurance company operating in Kenya
(School of Mathematics, 2007)Lapse rates are an important consideration in the pricing and implementation of Life Insurance Policies. Lapses are defined the premature withdrawal of policyholders from policies that they have previously taken up. The ...