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An electrophysiological study of spinal cord thermoreceptive neurones in the rat

Kanui, Titus I. (1983)
A precolonial history of the Chuka of Mount Kenya c.1400-1908

Mwaniki, Henry S. K. (Ottawa : National Library of Canada, 1984)

The major theme of this thesis is the growth and development of the ethnic group and the ethnic awareness of the Chuka people of Mt. Kenya region. The thesis begins with the earliest recorded traditions, which have been ...
Maize yield estimation through the simulation of radiation penetration into the canopy

Musembi, David K. (1993)

It is essential for planning purposes to be able to assess or predict the output of vital crops in order to develop strategies to cope with shortfalls or surplusses with sufficient lead time. This is usually done by ...
The effect of electron-electron interaction on the superconducting properties of solids

Koga, John F. (1994)
The effects of irrigation, fertilizer nitrogen and planting density on bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) yield under different weather conditions.

Mburu, Mary W. K. (University of Reading, 1996)
Molecular ecology and population genetics of two multipurpose tropical trees, Moringa Oleifera Lam. and M. Stennopetala (Bak. F) Cuf

Muluvi, Geoffrey M. (1998)

M. oleifera Lam. and M. stenopetala (Bak. f) Cuf. are multipurpose tropical tree species native to India and East African lowlands respectively. In tropical developing countries, both species provide a variety of useful ...
An economic analysis of smallholder dairy productjon in Kiambu district, Kenya

Kilungo, Julius K. (1999)

The purpose of this study was to analyze the economics of smallholder dairy production in Kiambu District, Kenya. As high potential agricultural land sizes diminish in Kenya, it is critical that farmers attain high levels ...
Making sense of students career choices : the case of technical training institutions in Kenya

Kithyo, Mattemu I. (University of British Columbia, 1999)

This study investigated the factors that shaped students' choices of training programs in two technical colleges in Kenya. The purpose of the study was to determine the nature of the students reasoning with regards to their ...
Crop physiological analysis of seed quality variation in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)

Muasya, Reuben M. (2001)

Common bean yield is low in Kenya and use of poor quality seed by small-scale farmers has been identified as a major yield constraint. This research project aimed at increasing insight into development of common bean seed ...
Hydrodynamic processes, transport and flux of sediments in the Mwache creek mangrove wetland in Kenya

Kitheka, Johnson U. (2002)

This study was conducted in Mwache creek mangrove wetland (ca. 17 km2) situated within the Port-Reitz Ria in Mombasa District, Kenya. The aim of the study was to examine sediment and tidal water transport and exchange ...
Technology market and peasant society : a sociological analysis of Siaya district Kenya

Agaya, Benson M. O.; (2003-07)
The role of fish ponds in the nutrient dynamics of mixed farming systems

Muendo, Patricia N. (2006)

Rapid population growth in developing countries has resulted in increased demand for food, leading to increased pressure to extend land under cultivation and to intensify food production. Because most of the arable land ...
Legume crop-based soil phosphorus management and effects on maize (Zea mays) productivity in western Kenya

Kapkiyai, Jane J. (2008)

The low availability of phosphorus (P) in the oxisols of western Kenya is a major constraint to crop production. Some legume genotypes posses stress response mechanisms that enhance their ability to access P in low P soils ...
Factors influencing research productivity among academic staff in selected public and private universities in kenya

Migosi, Joash A. (2009)

The current academic climate in higher education in Kenya threatens the Kenyan universities' ability to sustain the conditions that support research productivity. Increased demands on government and private funding, a ...
Response of benthic fauna to mangrove degradation and restoration in Gazi bay - Kenya

Mutua, Amos K. (2009)

The recovery towards a natural state of a restored Rhizophora mucronata mangrove ecosystem was investigated by assessing the sediment physical characteristics, densities, community composition and ...
The biology and ecology of Mussidia spp. (Lepidoptera : Pyralidae) and associated natural enemies in Kenya

Muli, Benjamin K. (2009-02)

Mussidia nigrivenella Ragonot (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae), an important pest of maize, cotton and Phaseolus bean in West Africa, has never been described as a crop pest from East and southern Africa (ESA). It was hypothesized ...
Expression of trypanotolerant quantitative trait loci in a boran-based backcross under natural tsetse challenge

Orenge, Caleb O. (2010)

African animal trypanosomosis (AAT) or Nagana is a transboundary disease with immense negative impact in Agricultural development across 37 African countries, with 60M livestock at risk. Utilization of trypanotolerant ...
Sociol-economic and agronomic factors influencing soil erosion in the Masinga Dam catchment, Kenya

Mutisya, Dorothy N. (2012)

This research examines agronomic and socio-economic factors influencing soil erosion in the Masinga dam catchments. The study addresses soil erosion from a human point of view as opposed to the common and widespread ...
Synthesis of metal oxide hierarchical structures using ultraviolet light

King’ondu, Cecil K. (2012-01)

There are 4 chapters in this thesis. Chapter 1 provides background material for the whole thesis. Chapter 2 describes the development of a multiframework doping method to enhance catalytic activity of porous transition ...
Integrating philosophy of education and the goals of education in education practice at Kenyan high schools

Mwinzi, Joseph M. (2012-02)

The purpose of this research was to explore the subject of integrating philosophy of education and the goals of education in education practice at the high schools in Kenya. It is stated that the impact of education ...

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