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Diferential response of promiscuous soybean to local diversity of indigenous and commercial bradyrhizobium inoculation under contrasting agroclimatic zones

Mburu, Simon W.; Koskey, Gilbert; Njeru, Ezekiel M.; Ombori, Omwoyo; Maingi, John M.; Kimiti, Jacinta M. (Springer Nature, 2020-10)

Promiscuous soybeans are grain legumes that nodulate with diverse strains of indigenous Bradyrhizobium and play a significant role in biological nitrogen fixation through symbiosis. However, experiments on the potential ...

Investigation of noradrenergic receptor system in anti-nociception using formalin test in the naked mole rat (Heterocephalus glaber)

Mwobobia, Royford M.; Kanui, Titus I.; Abelson, K. S. P. (Elsevier, 2020-10)

The naked mole rat (NMR) is a rodent that has gained importance as a biomedical research model for various conditions like hypoxic brain injury, cancer and nociception. This study was designed to investigate possible ...

Utilization of female sterilization among women aged 18-49 years, in Tigoni sub-county hospital, Kiambu county

Ndunge, Domitillah N.; Mwenda, Catherine S.; Ritho, Muthoni (2020-06)

Achieving the desired family size is not a difficult decision to make for a couple, female sterilization is not always the first choice of family planning to many couples. The purpose of study was to identify factors that ...

Detection of obstetrics early warning signs among midwives at Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi, Kenya

Raiji, Joy M.; Karonjo, Jane; Mwenda, Catherine S.; Obura, Timona (2018-04)

Back ground: Early identification of life threatening signs of deterioration, timely escalation or reporting of the changes, coupled with timely review and management of the patient is fundamental in improving if not ...

Modification of epoxy resin with reactive end-capped carboxylic imide oligomer for manufacture of glass-fiber reinforced composite

Itenyo, Machanje D.; Yu, Xinhai; Rotich, Gideon K. (2017)

The present work aims at preparing glass-fiber reinforced epoxy resin composite modified with reactive end-capped carboxylic imide oligomer. The carboxylic imide 2,2-bis[4-(4-aminophenoxy)phenyl propane (CIBAPP) oligomer ...

Extraction of natural dye from Osyris quadripartita and application in dyeing of cotton fabrics

Teklay, Negasi; Rotich, Gideon K. (2017-12)

The uses of non-allergic and non-toxic natural dyes on textile materials have become a matter of significant importance. In spite of much research work being done on natural dye application on textile materials, its ...

Prediction of psychological comfort of 100% cotton woven fabrics from yarn properties

Atalie, Desalegn; Rotich, Gideon K. (CTA, 2019)

A pleasant mental satisfaction of a wearer is the first criteria for evaluating clothing to be worn. Inherently or due to processing, cotton cloths have different psychological comfort behavior. Lack of aesthetic value, ...

Prediction of psychological comfort properties of 100% cotton plain woven fabrics made from yarns with different parameters

Atalie, Desalegn; Rotich, Gideon K. (2020-03)

The psychological satisfaction of the textile customer is the fi rst criteria used to evaluate clothing and a lack of aesthetics, while fashionability and physical appearance contribute to the psychological discomfort of ...

Effect of surface treatment on moisture absorption, thermal, and mechanical properties of sisal fiber

Gudayu, Adane D.; Steuernagel, Leif; Meiners, Dieter; Rotich, Gideon K. (SAGE Publications, 2020-05)

Natural fibers are increasingly being used as composite reinforcement for both thermoplastic and thermoset resin, mainly for automotive application. Due to their hydrophilic nature, natural fibers have certain limitations ...

Manufacturing of bathroom wall tile composites from recycled low-density polyethylene reinforced with pineapple leaf fiber

Gebremedhin, Negasi; Rotich, Gideon K. (Hindawi, 2020-06)

Plastic has been a dominant material for packaging in recent years but due to its nonbiodegradability, it is causing environmental pollution. Among the plastics used, low-density polyethylene is used abundantly. These ...

Study and characterization of auto rickshaw fabrics

Atalie, Desalegn; Rotich, Gideon K.; Itenyo, Doreen (2020-07)

Technical fabrics are used to solve different engineering problems experienced in transport sector. The aim of this paper is to characterize the technical fabrics used in tricycle/auto rickshaw; understanding the effects ...

The study of mechanical properties of knitted fabrics

Zelalem, Erkihun; Rotich, Gideon K. (2020-07-04)

Determination of tear and bursting strength of knitted fabric is important in order to understand resistance and elongation of the fabrics during use. This research aims at investigating tear and bursting strength of single ...

Extraction and characterization of natural cellulosic fibers from carissa edulise plant stems

Azanaw, Aklilu; Haile, Adane; Rotich, Gideon K.; Teshome, Bayu; Asnake, Teshome; Nalankilli, Ketema G. (2018-02-15)

Studies on Natural fibers are intensive these days due to their eco-friendly nature and special properties. Possibility of discovering certain non-conventional sources for natural fibers is being explored. Plant fiber is ...

Performance evaluation of cotton yarn sized with natural starches produced from native corn, cassava and potato starches

Temesgen, Selamu; Murugesan, Bharani; Rotich, Gideon K. (2019)

In this study three starches viz, potato, corn and cassava have been comparatively studied for their performance on sized 34 Nm Ring spun yarn. The properties of the constructed fabric in terms of tensile strength and ...

Impact of cotton parameters on sensorial comfort of woven fabrics

Atalie, Desalegn; Rotich, Gideon K. (, 2020-07-13)

Abstract Purpose – For cloths having direct contact with the skin, comfort properties are a priority than the physical and mechanical properties. Innerwear clothes should induce pleasant feelings because they have a ...

Crease resistance finishing optimization of citric acid and fibroin solution for cotton fabrics

Ahmed, Mohammed; Sukumar, Nachiappan; Rotich, Gideon K. (Taylor and Francis, 2019-06)

Wrinkling effect in cellulose fiber–made fabrics has a major setback for their use as apparels necessitating the use of crease resistance finish. For a while, formaldehyde-based-finished dimethyl dihydroxy ethylene urea ...

Effect of weft yarn twist level on mechanical and sensorial comfort of 100% woven cotton fabrics

Atalie, Desalegn; Ferede, Addisu; Rotich, Gideon K. (SpringerOpen, 2019-04)

Fabric sensory properties are complex concepts which include dimensional changes at small forces such as tensile, shear, compression and bending, surface properties (friction and roughness) plus surface coolness or warmness. ...

Tactile comfort and low-stress mechanical properties of half-bleached knitted fabrics made from cotton yarns with different parameters

Atalie, Desalegn; Rotich, Gideon K.; Ferede, Addisu; Tesinova, Pavla; Lenfeldova, Irena (Taylor and Francis, 2019-12)

Consumers purchasing textiles usually feel fabrics for its tactile properties indicating that they are interested in comfort properties rather than other properties. During daily activities, low-stress mechanical action ...

Extraction and characterization of Ethiopian palm leaf fibers

Atalie, Desalegn; Rotich, Gideon K. (Emerald, 2018-03)

Purpose – This study aims at extracting and characterizing palm leaf fibers from Elaeis guineensis species of palm trees found in Ethiopia. Design/methodology/approach – The fibers were extracted using three methods: ...

Extraction and characterization of fibers from Yucca Elephantine plant

Azanaw, Aklilu; Haile, Adane; Rotich, Gideon K. (Springer, 2019-01)

The use of natural fibers has increased greatly driven by environmental concerns of synthetic fibers. The most commonly used natural fiber is cotton followed by long leaf fibers like sisal and bast fibers like jute, flax, ...

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