Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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Modelling Multi-Drug Resistance During Chemotherapy Of Animal African Trypanosomiasis In Kwale, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Multi-drug resistance (MDR) has complicated treatment and control of numerous infectious diseases. The extent and rate of increase of MDR varies widely with different drug-pathogen combinations. Each year, animal African ... -
Molecular Characterization of Kenyan Common Bean Germplasm Using Ssr and Peroxidase Gene Markers
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a legume of high nutritional value and the most important legume worldwide for direct human consumption. It serves as a principal source of protein, starch, vitamins, folate and minerals ... -
Application of Linear-array Refraction Microtremor in Determining Shear Wave Velocity in Urban Settings: a Case Study of Nakuru Municipality, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This dissertation presents the results of a ReMi survey conducted in Nakuru Municipality, in Nakuru County, Kenya. Nakuru Municipality is located in the tectonically active rift valley of Kenya with a significantly higher ... -
Electrocatalytic Decomposition of Tetrachlorvinphos in Acetonitrile-water Media Using Cyanocobalamin
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study investigated the electrocatalytic degradation of tetrachlorvinphos pesticide standard in acetonitrile-water media using cyanocobalamin catalyst. It was initiated by reports recorded from various consumers who ... -
Auto-etl: a Generic Methodology for Transforming Entity-attribute-value (Eav) Data Model Into Flat Tables Using Form Metadata to Optimize Report Generation. A Case Study of Kenya EMR
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The use of Entity Attribute Value (EAV) data model is strongly favored by the existing research in both medical and other domains because of its flexibility and extensible nature that makes it suitable for storing highly ... -
A Design of an Ip Voice Communication System for Air Traffic Control by Use of Open Source Software
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The aim of this paper is to suggest a design of an IP based Voice Communication System for Air Traffic Control by use of Open source software. With the advent of new VOIP standard for Air Traffic Control, it has resulted ... -
A Prototype for Monitoring Service Delivery by Citizens in County Government in Kenya Based on Service Oriented Architecture a Case Study of Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In 2010, a new constitution was promulgated bringing in a devolved system of government, decentralizing decisions and services at local level of governance. The county government is constituted to provide service to citizens. ... -
Enhancement Of Colonisation Of Soybean Roots By Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Using Vermicompost And Biochar
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Application of organic matter and use of mycorrhiza have been recommended as ways of improving plant growth and increasing yields. The aim of the study was to investigate the effect of organic amendments on colonisation ... -
Body Size Differentiations In Male Common Stonechat (Saxicola Torquata Axillaris) Sub-Populations In Different Open Habitats In Kenya.
(UoN, 2018)Studies on how body size and shape of animals are influenced by selective pressures such as habitats, mates, foraging and migration, are of key importance in understanding the ultimate causes promoting biometric and ... -
Assessing The Solar Energy Resource Potential In Trans-Nzoia County For Decentralized Domestic Power Generation
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The main economic activity in Trans-Nzoia County is maize farming. The cost of farming has been rising annually while the yield and maize price keep fluctuating thus making life hard for the people there. Considering that ... -
Phytochemical Investigation of Selected Plants in the Families Anacardiaceae and Easterner for Bioactive Principles
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This thesis describes an investigation of two plants from Anacardiaceae plant family namely Lannea rivae (Chiov) Sacleux and Lannea schweinfurthii (Engl.) Engl. and three other plants from Asteraceae family; Psiadia ... -
Synthesis And Antiglycemic Activity Of In Silico Designed Analogues Of Allylpropyldisulphide
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Diabetes is a major global health challenge. The disease has a high prevalence mainly due to change in lifestyle associated with improved economic growth. Sulfonylurea monotherapy, sulfonylurea-biguanide combination ... -
Laser Raman Microspectrometric Assessment Of Uranium Forensics Signature In Aerosols Over A Model Nuclear Atmosphere
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Nuclear forensics relies on environmental sampling to detect undeclared nuclear activities. In the nuclear fuel cycle, mining and processing of uranium is accompanied by immobilization and translocation of uranium to the ... -
Empirical Analysis Of Seasonal Rainfall Variability And Its Associated Effects On Major Food Crop Yields In Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Droughts are common in the lowland areas in the east of Rwanda while floods are frequently observed in the high grounds to the west and north of the country, which may lead to severe negative effects on agriculture during ... -
Geochemical Evaluation Of The Hydrocarbon Potential Of Source Rocks In The Anza Basin
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Geochemical analysis of source rocks is a method used to estimate and understand the formation of hydrocarbons (if any) in the rock samples. Over time, technology applied has improved and it is now possible to quantitatively ... -
Determination Of The Amino Acid Composition Of Gelatin Extracted From Marine Fish Scales And Polymer Blends Characterization.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Whereas marine fish processing in Kenya is on one hand an important contributor to Kenya’s food production and economy, it is on the other hand a source of bio waste disposed to the environment. Most of the by products, ... -
Arduino Based Programable Lead Acid Battery Monitoring System For Automobiles
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The most prevalent battery used for cranking the car engine is the lead acid battery. With each engine cranking event, during which time the alternator halts recharging the battery, there is an associated voltage loss in ... -
Technology Supported Web-based It Security Awareness Training
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Research has indicated that a significant portion of information security breaches in Organizations are caused by employees, whether intentional or non-intentional. To mitigate this, organizations have set-up ICT security ... -
Urban Form and Climate Change: Enhancing the Resilience of Mathare Valley Informal Settlement in Nairobi City, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Informal settlements within cities are often the most vulnerable areas to climate change due to their location in hazard prone areas, high density of population and poorly constructed structures, as well as the poor ... -
Evaluation of the Risk Management System for Medicinal Products in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: All medicinal products have some inherent risks associated with them. Risk management of medicines focuses more on reduction of risks such as Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs) and Medication Errors (MEs) rather ...