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  • 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 ...
  • A Study of awareness of malaria among Kibera population; implication for community based intervention 
    Muthwii, Samson M.; Karanja, J.; Wambari, E.; Okumu, D.; Odhiambo, E.; Karuri, I.; Kibe, M.; Osawa, N.; Osaki, Y. (2002)
    Objective; To determine awareness of spread, pre-disposing factors, control and effects of malaria in Kibera slums, to facilitate designing community based interventions. Design; Cross-sectional study Setting; Gatwikira ...
  • A Study of clinostomum affecting oreochromis niloticus in small water bodies in Eldoret-Kenya 
    Ochieng, Vincent O.; Matolla, G. K.; Khyria, S. K. (2012-04)
    Two hundred and seventy nine specimens of Oreochromis niloticus from Kerita and Kesses dam were examined for Clinostomum parasites. Four hundred and thirty eight parasites were found on the two hundred and seventy nine ...
  • A study of factors influencing VCT service utilization among the youths: a case study of Kapsabet division, Nandi county, Kenya 
    Ndwiga, Taratisio; Omwono, Masta (Scientific Research Publishing Inc., 2014)
    Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) is important in controlling the spread of HIV/AIDS especially among the Youths. The aim of the study was to determine the extent, to assess the level of awareness and to describe the ...
  • 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 ...
  • A study of rock suitability for road pavement construction 
    Kioko, Paul C. (nternational Journal of Engineering Research & Technology, 2024-04-29)
    Like any other infrastructure activity, pavement design requires the use of natural construction materials that meet the specifications for the intended construction works to meet the quality expected. The study involved ...
  • The Study of the Effects of Mau Catchment Degradation on the Flow of the Mara River, Kenya 
    Oruma, Samuel Kipampi; Kitheka, Johnson U.; Mwangi, Moses (2017)
    There is growing concern however, regarding land degradation in the Mara River Basin in Kenya, particularly deforestation in the headwaters; that is affecting the natural resource base and the river flows. Scientific studies ...
  • A study of the relationship between academic achievement motivation and home environment among standard eight pupils 
    Muola, James M. (Academic Journals, 2010)
    The objective of this study was to investigate the relationship between academic achievement motivation and home environment among standard eight pupils. The study was carried out on 235 standard eight Kenyan pupils from ...
  • Study of η and η0 Photoproduction at MAMI 
    Kashevarov, V. L.; Ott, P.; Prakhov, S.; Adlarson, P.; Afzal, F.; Ahmed, Z.; Akondi, C. S.; Annand, J. R. M.; Arends, H. J.; Beck, R.; Braghieri, A.; Briscoe, W. J.; Cividini, F.; Codling, R.; Collicott, C.; Costanza, S.; Denig, A.; Downie, E. J.; Dieterle, M.; Ferretti Bondy, M. I.; Fil’kov, L. V.; Fix, A.; Gardner, S.; Garni, S.; Glazier, D. I.; Glowa, D.; Gradl, W.; Gurevich, G.; Hamilton, D. J.; Hornidge, D.; Howdle, D.; Huber, G. M.; Käser, A.; Kay, S.; Keshelashvili, I.; Kondratiev, R.; Korolija, M.; Krusche, B.; Linturi, James M.; Lisin, V.; Livingston, K.; MacGregor, J. D.; MacRae, R.; Mancell, J.; Manley, D. M. (American Physical Society, 2017)
    The reactions γp→ηp and γp→η′p are measured from their thresholds up to the center-of-mass energy W=1.96 GeV with the tagged-photon facilities at the Mainz Microtron, MAMI. Differential cross sections are obtained with ...
  • A study on comparative longevity of banked and freshly collected seeds of two wild sesame species 
    Muasya, Reuben M.; Obunyali, C. O.; Nyamongo, D. O.; Rheenen, H. Van (Elsevier, 2008-11)
    Seed longevity was studied in the two species of wild sesame by ageing them at 50 °C and 60% RH in an oven. This was meant to generate information to guide collection, evaluation and management of seed accessions for ex-situ ...
  • A study on the engineering behaviour of Nairobi subsoil 
    Mathu, Eliud M.; Onyancha, Caroline; Mwea, Sixtus; Ngecu, Wilson (Academic Journals, 2011-07)
    Nairobi City is underlain by volcanic materials that resulted from the formation of the rift valley. Some of the challenges that face design of structures in the city include: the need to develop structures in areas with ...
  • A Study on the Joint Maximal Numerical Range of Aluthge Transform 
    Cyprian, O. S. (2018-08)
    The Aluthge transform Te of a bounded linear operator T on a complex Hilbert space X is the operator |T| 1 2 U|T| 1 2 . Here, T = U|T| is any polar decomposition of T with U a partial isometry and |T| = (T ∗T) 1 2 . This ...
  • Study the electrical properties of surface mount device integrated silver coated vectran yarn 
    Simegnaw, Abdella A.; Malengier, Benny; Tadesse, Melkie G.; Rotich, Gideon K.; Langenhove, Lieva V. (MDPI, 2021-12-30)
    Smart textiles have attracted huge attention due to their potential applications for ease of life. Recently, smart textiles have been produced by means of incorporation of electronic components onto/into conductive metallic ...
  • A stylistic analysis of the language of Kenyan dramedies 
    Mose, Norah N. (2013)
    This paper investigates the stylistic features, contexts and choices made in the language of Kenyan dramedies with specific focus on the interpersonall functions. One episode from each of two dramedies aired weekly on two ...
  • Substance Use among a Sample of Healthcare Workers in Kenya: A Cross-Sectional Study 
    Mokaya, Aggrey G.; Mutiso, Victoria; Musau, Abednego; Tele, Albert; Kombe, Yeri; Ng'ang'a, Zipporah W.; Frank, Erica; Ndetei, David M.; Clair, Veronic (Taylor & Francis, 2016-08-02)
    This study describes reported substance use among Kenyan healthcare workers (HCWs), as it has implications for HCWs’ health, productivity, and their ability and likelihood to intervene on substance use. The Alcohol Smoking ...
  • Subtype-specific differences in human immunodeficiency virus type 1 co-receptor usage in Northern Kenya 
    Ng'ang'a, Zipporah W.; Kingoo, J. M.; Muriuki, M.; Gicheru, M.; Okoth, V.; Kinyua, J.; Lagat, N.; Lagat, Z. O.; Lwembe, R.; Khamadi, S. A. (BioMed Central, 2012)
    Background HIV-1 phenotype variability plays an important role in HIV-1 transmission and pathogenesis of AIDS. The basis of heterogeneity between the phenotypes is known to be the differential use of chemokine receptors ...
  • Suitability of Athi River Water for Irrigation within Athi River Town and Its Environs 
    Aywa, John O.; Gikuma-Njuru, Peter; Muendo, Patricia (SCIENCEDOMAIN International, 2016)
    Aims: To assess the suitability of the Athi River water for irrigation in Athi River area and its environs . Study Design : The study design was purposive with sampling points deliberately chosen ...
  • Suitability of Green Gram Production in Kenya under Present and Future Climate Scenarios Using Bias-Corrected Cordex RCA4 Models 
    Mugo, Jane W.; Opijah, Franklin J.; Ngaina, Joshua; Karanja, Faith; Mburu, Mary W. (Scientific Research Publishing, 2020-10)
    Green gram is considered as one of the legumes suitable for cultivation in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) of Kenya. However, climate change may alter the areas suitable for green gram production. This study sought ...
  • Superficial mycoses among psychiatric patients in Mathari Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya. 
    Ng'ang'a, Zipporah W.; Ogutu, M.; Namasaka, M.; Wambura, M. (2010)
    OBJECTIVE: To determine the prevalence of superficial mycoses among psychiatric patients. DESIGN: Randomised Prospective study SETTING: Mathari Mental Hospital, and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and ...
  • Surface passivation effect on CO2 sensitivity of spray pyrolysis deposited Pd-F: SnO2 thin film gas sensor 
    Munguti, Lawrence K.; Mwathe, Patrick M.; Musembi, Robinson; Munji, Mathew; Odari, Benjamin; Ntilakigwa, Alex A.; Mwabora, Julius; Njoroge, Walter; Aduda, Bernard; Muthoka, Boniface (Science Publishing Group, 2014)
    Different thin films samples made of SnO2, F:SnO2, Pd: SnO2 and and co-doped Pd-F: SnO2 were deposited at a substrate temperature of 450oC using optimized doping concentrations of F and Pd, thereafter the samples were ...

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