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Assessment of Effects of Climate-smart Agriculture Practices on Smallholder Farmers’ Resilience to Maize Yield Loss in Bungoma County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Shocks and stresses that are caused by low maize yields cannot be avoided. Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) mitigates against climate change by increase in crop and livestock yield and associated farm income. Efforts to ... -
Synthesis of Meso-tetra (5-bromothiophen-2-yl) Porphyrins for Photodynamic Water Disinfection
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Pathogens in water continue to pose a danger to those who consume water. This is exacerbated by issues of water scarcity, antimicrobial resistance, toxic-by-products in water disinfection techniques and the cost of ... -
An Assessment of the Effects of Climate Variability and Change on Sustainable Livelihoods in Turkana County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Kenya’s population significantly depends on climate-based livelihoods which have been negatively affected by adverse climate change effects, leaving most households vulnerable. This study assessed the effects of climate ... -
Assessing Deployment of Emerging Innovations and Technologies in Catalysing Sustainable Water Services Provision in Nairobi City County, Kenya: Case of Soweto Kayole Jisomee Mita
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Water services provision and sanitation challenges are still prominent in the informal settlements such as Soweto Kayole (SK) characterised by poor water distribution networks, high population with low income level while ... -
Impact of Adoption of Improved Integrated Pest Management Practices in the Suppression of Mango Fruit Fly Infestation in Embu County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Fruit fly infestation is the most limiting constraint in mango production in Kenya. To enhance the suppression of this invasive pest, the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology developed an auto-dissemination ... -
A Study of Conditions Causing Carcass and Organ Condemnation During Meat Inspection and Their Financial Implications in Kisii County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Meat inspection is an important activity along the value chain that not only guarantee food safety but equally plays an important role in safeguarding public health. The overall goal of meat inspection is to provide risk ... -
Quality of Commercial Alcohol-based Hand Sanitizers in Kampala: a Non-addressed Issue in Covid-19 Prevention in Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction: The identification and worldwide spread of the new coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a global public health emergency. The World Health Organization recommended alcohol-based hand sanitizers to prevent ... -
An in Silico Approach for Screening and Discovery of Drug Leads Targeting the Non-coding Regions of Enterovirus A71 RNA Genome
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Enterovirus A71 (EV-A71) is the aetiological agent of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) in underage children leading to neurological conditions including brain encephalitis and acute flaccid paralysis. HFMD is prevalent ... -
Identification of Novel Candidate Genes Associated With Scab Disease Resistance in Common Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Scab is a fungal disease of common beans caused by the pathogen Elsinoë phaseoli. The disease results in major economic losses on common bean, and there are efforts to develop integrated pest management strategies to control ... -
Assessment of Water Quality From Shallow Wells in Informal Settlements in Kenya: a Case of Nyalenda Estates, Kisumu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study assessed the physico-chemical and bacteriological water quality parameters from shallow wells in Nyalenda A and B Estates in Kisumu County. The purpose was to evaluate the quality of water used by the residents ... -
Atmospheric Dispersion Modelling of Particulate Matter and Gaseous Emissions From Selected Cement Factories in Athi River Machakos County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Cement manufacturing industries play a vital role in economic development through the development of infrastructure and the creation of employment opportunities. However, cement manufacturing results in the emission of ... -
Hematological Findings in Pregnant Women With and Without Covid 19 Infection at the Nairobi Hospital Between 1st May 2021 and 31st August 2021.a Retrospective Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID 19) is caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) which majorly affects the respiratory system. It was first discovered in Wuhan, Hubei Province and ... -
Pattern of Upper Limb Amputations in Kenyatta National Hospital: a Five-year Retrospective Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Upper limb amputations contributes about 8-20% of the total amputations done compared to lower limb amputations contributing about 75-90%. However, it causes more functional losses and psychological trauma ... -
The Role of Community Land Trust in Optimizing Infrastructure Provision in Low-income Settlement; a Case of Tanzania-bondeni Community, Voi Town, Taita Taveta County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Land tenure’s role towards the provision and optimization of basic infrastructure in low-income settlements however critical has not been well documented. Tenure in informal settlements is quite complex and elusive which ... -
The Prevalence and Short-term Outcomes of Acute Kidney Injury in Patients Hospitalized With Covid-19 Infection
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Acute Kidney Injury is common among COVID-19 patients and is associated with adverse outcomes. This study aims to determine the prevalence and short-term outcomes of AKI among admitted COVID-19 patients, as ... -
The Prevalence and Associated Factors of Sexual Dysfunction Among Prostate Cancer Patients on Goserelin Androgen Deprivation Therapy in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: The main modality of prostate cancer treatment has been Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) which has been demonstrated in randomized studies to enhance overall survival when utilized for radiation for ... -
Review of Housing Strategies for the Affordable Housing Estate-park Road, Ngara
(University of Nairobi, 2023)According to the United Nations, the world became over half urban around 2007, and is projected to be 66% urban by 2050 thereby making urbanization one of the most definitive trends of the twenty-first century. As a result, ... -
Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety and Associated Factors Among Patients Who Have Recovered From Covid-19 Infection 6 Months Post Diagnosis at Avenue Hospital Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Covid-19 has impacted the lives of many Kenyans and has posed a great challenge to mental wellbeing. Little is known about mental health among adults who were infected with the virus. Common mental disorders ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Hyponatremia Among Paediatric Oncology Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital- a Hospital-based Cross sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction: Hyponatremia is an independent predictive factor of survival in cancer patients; and its prompt correction is imperative. Data on the prevalence and factors associated with hyponatremia among paediatric ...