Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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Efficient adsorption of lead (II) and copper (II) from aqueous phase using oxidized multiwalled carbon nanotubes/polypyrrole composite
(Taylor & Francis, 2018-01-12)Polypyrrole coated oxidized multiwalled carbon nanotubes (oMWCNT/Ppy) were applied to determine the adsorption characteristics of Pb(II) and Cu(II) from their aqueous solutions. Structural and morphological characterization ... -
Inorganic Chenistry 1
(2018-03-10)Introductory Chemistry 1 undepins the concepts of matter, measurements, structure and periodicity of the atom, Molecules and compounds, and their chemical reactions. This study builds on the aforementioned concepts by being ... -
Optimizing production of biodiesel catalysed by chemically tuned natural zeolites
(Elsevier, 2018-12-31)The twin crises of fossil fuel depletion and environmental degradation coupled with their unpredictable prices is a reality. Biodiesel is a promising, viable and environmentally friendly alternative. However, production ... -
The relationship between some chemical parameters and sensory evaluations for plain black tea (Camellia sinensis) produced in Kenya and comparison with similar teas from Malawi and South Africa
(Elsevier, 2006-08-01)Reliable and accurately measurable chemical parameters that can be used to estimate black tea quality are desirable in trade, research and breeding programmes. Using plain Kenyan black tea from 11 cultivars, which gave ... -
Allelopathic effects of mexican sunflower [tithonia diversifolia (hemsl) a. Gray] on germination and growth of cowpea seedlings (vigna sinensis)
(2014)Allelopathy is a common among plants. Allelopathic substances affect seed germination, plant growth and development or even affect chlorophyll synthesis by the plant leaves. Tithonia diversifolia contains allelochemicals that ... -
Allelopathic potential of mexican sunflower [tithonia diversifolia (hemsl) a. Gray] on germination and growth of cowpea seedlings (vigna sinensis l.)
(2015-12-20)Allelopathy is a common among plants. Allelopathic substances affect seed germination, plant growth and development or even affect chlorophyll synthesis by the plant leaves. Tithonia diversifolia contains allelochemicals that ... -
Evaluation of Different Improved Upland Rice Varieties for Low Soil Nitrogen Adaptability
(2015)Scarcity of nitrogen fertilizer is a major constraint to rice production particularly in developing countries. Low soil fertility prevalent in farmer’s fields has led to low rice yields and the ever escalating fertilizer ... -
The use of green tea (Camellia sinensis) leaf flavan-3-ol composition in predicting plain black tea quality potential
(Elsevier, 2007-01-01)Reliable and quantifiable green leaf parameters for predicting black tea quality potential of tea bushes at the single bush stage are necessary to shorten tea breeding and clonal selection programmes. Green leaf flavan-3-ols ... -
Attitude of indigenous chicken farmers towards agricultural insurance in Nyanza, Kenya
(Academic Journals, 2018-05-30)Indigenous chicken (IC) contribute significantly to income and food security of rural communities. However, the IC are kept in systems that are characterised by high risk conditions such as diseases, predation, inadequate ... -
CONTRIBUTION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS TO TEACHING ENHANCEMENT OF STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KENYA: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY ACROSS SECONDARY SCHOOLS OF EMUHAYA AND VIHIGA SUB-COUNTIES
(INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH, 2018-03-30)School administrators are mandated to enhance students’ academic performance by use of instructional supervision, teacher motivation, teaching learning resources and physical facilities. In Emuhaya and Vihiga Sub Counties ... -
Chemical Response Of Some Forest Water Sources Vs. The Quality Effects To Plants And Animals
(International Journal of Biological Sciences and Research, 2018-04)The Taita Hills were once covered with extensive montane cloud forests. Ngangao is the second largest forest in the Taita Hills. There is a wide gap in knowledge concerning chemical concentration in the water under study. ... -
Analysis of Information Systems Capabilities and Performance of Firms in Telecommunications Industry, Kenya
(International Journal of Scientific Research and Management (IJSRM), 2018-04-25)In the 21stcentury where economies are driven majorly by knowledge and information-based service businesses, telecommunication industries are playing a critical economic role both regionally and globally. In Kenya, with a ... -
Molecular Diversity of a Seemingly Altitude Restricted Ustilago kamerunensis Isolates in Kenya: A Pathogen of Napier Grass
(American Journal of Molecular Biology, 2018-04-27)The Central region of Kenya which is the second largest market oriented dairy zone, faces a threat in milk production. The challenge is a disease known as the napier head smut caused by Ustilago kamerunensis. This fungal ... -
Good Governance and Service Delivery: A Study of Citizen Participation in Kisumu County
(Universal Journal of Management, 2018)Citizen participation is embedded in the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the County Governments Act of 2012. The responsibility of operationalizing and implementing these provisions lies with both levels of government. ... -
Reactive case detection of Plasmodium falciparum in western Kenya highlands: effective in identifying additional cases, yet limited effect on transmission
(BioMed Central, 2018-03-13)Background: Identifying asymptomatic reservoirs of malaria parasites using index cases as entry points into the community is potentially a cost-efective way towards achieving malaria elimination. Methods: Within 1 year, ... -
Seroprevalence and determinants of transfusion transmissible infections among voluntary blood donors in Homabay, Kisumu and Siaya counties in western Kenya
(BioMed Central, 2018-03-12)Since the implementation of a series of blood donation safety improvements in Kenya, information about seroprevalence and determinants of transfusion transmissible infections among voluntary blood donors especially in high ... -
Impact of Four Years of Annual Mass Drug Administration on Prevalence and Intensity of Schistosomiasis among Primary and High School Children in Western Kenya: A Repeated Cross-Sectional Study.
(The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene, 2018-03-12)Schistosomiasis remains a major public health problem in Kenya. The World Health Organization recommends preventive chemotherapy with praziquantel (PZQ) to control morbidity due to schistosomiasis. Morbidity is considered ... -
Barriers and Opportunities to Advancing Women in Leadership Roles in Vector Control: Perspectives from a Stakeholder Survey
(The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene, 2018-03-19)Increasing the active participation of professional women in vector control (VC) activities may help promote greater gender equity in the workplace and reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases. This stakeholder survey ... -
Assessment of Organizational Factors for Health Management Information System (HMIS) Performance in Elgeiyo Marakwet County, Kenya.
(EPH - International Journal of Medical and Health Science, 2018-03)Health Management Information Systems (HMIS) have been used by many countries using platforms adopted or own-designed. It’s implemented by integrating all healthcare services and gives service providers the ability to ... -
Sex in the Green Lodging: The Voices of Medically Circum- cised Fishermen on the Shores of Lake Victoria, Western Ken- ya
(HSOA Journal of AIDS Clinical Research and STDs, 2018-03-22)Fishing communities have been reported as one of the highest-risk groups for HIV infection in Kenya and other countries with high HIV and AIDS prevalence. Studies along Lake Victoria region, where HIV and AIDS had a ...
