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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 ... -
Correlation of Susceptibility Weighted Imaging Findings of Intracranial Gliomas With Histopathological Findings at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Gliomas are heterogeneous group of neoplasms and constitute the most common overall malignant brain tumor. Conventional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provides excellent anatomic details and soft tissue ... -
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 ... -
Human Health Risks Associated With Radioactivity and Heavy Metals Around Mrima Hill and the Kwale Heavy Mineral Sand Mine, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study addresses global health concerns from heightened environmental radioactivity and heavy metal exposure. Despite extensive research on the dynamics and health risks of heavy metal pollution from various mining ... -
Controlling P. Juliflora Through Sustainable Land Management: the Determinants of Land Users’ Decisions and Practices in Marigat Sub-county, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The effective implementation of sustainable land management (SLM) practices is vital for achieving land degradation neutrality. However, the sustainability of these practices depends on the continuous decisions made by ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Secondary School Teachers Towards Rangeland Conservation in Lower Yatta Sub County, Kitui County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)However, these ecosystems are facing major threats such as climate change, land-use change, overexploitation and invasive alien species. The majority of these problems have an anthropogenic origin. The creation of an ... -
Supply Chain Integration and Sustainable Competitive Advantage of Humanitarian Organizations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The current business setting is a competitive one and thus forces firms to focus more on delivery of value to customers like never before. As a result of the said competitiveness, several changes need to be implemented. ... -
Adaptability, Stability and Post-harvest Management of Selected Green Vegetable Pigeon Pea (Cajanus Cajan) Genotypes in Eastern Region of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Pigeon pea (Cajanus Cajan) is an important food security crop grown in the marginal Arid and semi-arid regions of Kenya. Its production and productivity are limited due to moisture stress and poor genotype adaptability to ... -
Chemical Degradation of Aflatoxin Contaminants in Maize as a Value Addition Strategy for Selected Counties in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Aflatoxin contamination of maize, rice, groundnuts and wheat products is a common phenomenon in Kenya. This result to low nutritional value and huge economic loss of the crops produced. Additionally, consumption of aflatoxin ... -
Influence of Elements of Organizational Culture on Lecturers’ Job Commitment in University of Nairobi and South Eastern Kenya University
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The “purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of elements of organizational Culture on Lecturers’ Job commitment in University of Nairobi and South Eastern Kenya University”. Specifically, the study sought ... -
Analysis of the Effect of Climate Variability and Socio-economic Factors on Adaptation Strategies Among Small Scale Farmers. A Case Study of Nyandarua County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Climate variability and its impact on people’s livelihood is a contemporary issue being discussed globally. The livelihoods of communities residing in Kenya's rural areas depend heavily on crop growing. For the optimum ... -
Sustainable Logistics Management Practices and Competitive Advantage Among Food and Beverage Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The integration of sustainable management practices has become a transformative force in businesses, challenging conventional approaches and making sustainability a core aspect of Supply Chain Management. The general ... -
Dhamira Na Wahusika Katika Fasihi Ya Vijana: Bunilizi Ya Majilio Ya Mkombozi Na Kimbilio La Silona
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Tasnifu hii inajitahidi kuchunguza kwa kina Dhamira na Wahusika katika Fasihi ya Vijana: Majilio ya Mkombozi na Kimbilio la Silona ikilenga kuonyesha jinsi dhamira na wahusika vinavyojitokeza na kuundwa katika muktadha wa ... -
Project Planning and Sustainability of Water Projects in Samburu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Most developers are concerned about the sustainability of water projects, particularly in water stressed areas. According to research, most water projects in Samburu County developed fail to reach sustainability immediately ... -
Factors Affecting Profitability of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The purpose of this research was to examine the factors that affect Kenyan's commercial banks' profitability. Its objectives were to determine whether market share, non-performing loans, capital adequacy and corporate ... -
Drought, Vulnerability and Adaptation: Risk of Food and Livelihoods Insecurity for Pastoralists and Agro-pastoralists in Borana Zone, Southern Ethiopia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Ethiopia. a country in the Horn of Africa, is observing an increase in natural disasters, especially droughts. The impact of natural disasters and the ensuing economic harm they have caused have grown dramatically over the ... -
Preventing Acute Malnutrition in Women and Children Through Livestock Interventions in Northern Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Globally, undernutrition remains a significant challenge to the health of women and children and accounted for nearly half (>45%) of deaths in children <5 years in 2020. In 2022, stunting and wasting affected 22% and ... -
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 ... -
Effects of Trade Liberalization on Household Welfare in Kenya: a Case of the East African Community Common External Tariff
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study examines how the Common External Tariff (CET) of the East African Community (EAC) affects household welfare in Kenya. The inception of the CET saw a significant reduction in import tariffs, henceforth defined ...