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3rd International Conference on Food chemistry and nutrition
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Academic Dean and the Challenges of Meeting Changing Expectations within a Competitive Higher Education Environment in Africa
(Scientific Research An Academic Publisher, 2015)This article looks at the challenges involved and seeks to provide guidelines for leadership decisions and practices for the Deans that can be effective in institutions of higher learning. This paper provides an overview ... -
The aesthetic function of the style of masking as used in v.s. naipaul’s collection of sketches, miguel street
(International journal of English, literature and translation studies, 2016)The study is based on the assumption that literary style is paramount to literary communication and the meaning we derive out of a work of literature. Literary meaning cannot therefore be divorced from literary style. The ... -
The Aesthetic Function of the Style of Masking as used in V.S. Naipaul’s collection of Sketches, Miguel Street
(International journal of English Language, Literature and Translation Studies (IJERL), 2016)The study is based on the assumption that literary style is paramount to literary communication and the meaning we derive out of a work of literature. Literary meaning cannot therefore be divorced from literary style. The ... -
Analysis of AFLP Markers for Screening Resistance to Common Bean Roots Rot (Pythium spp.)
(American Journal of Experimental Agriculture, 2015)Aims: To investigate AFLPs for suitability as potential markers for identification of sources of Pythium resistance in bean genotypes preferred by poor small holder farmers. Place and Duration of Study: Department of ... -
Antibacterial activity of Moringa oleifera and Moringa stenopetala methanol and n-hexane seed extracts on bacteria implicated in water borne diseases
(African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2010-11)The anti-bacterial activity of methanol and n-hexane extracts of Moringa oleifera and Moringa stenopetala seeds was conducted on 3 bacterial species (Salmonella typhii, Vibrio cholerae and Escherichia coli) which normally ... -
Antibacterial activity of Moringa oleifera and Moringa stenopetala methanol and n-hexane seed extracts on bacteria implicated in water borne diseases
(African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2011)The anti-bacterial activity of methanol and n-hexane extracts of Moringa oleifera and Moringa stenopetala seeds was conducted on 3 bacterial species (Salmonella typhii, Vibrio cholerae and Escherichia coli) which normally ... -
Aquaculture Strategy For Restoration of Threatened Lake Victoria Fishes
(The East African Community, 2006)The endemic Oreochromis variabilis and L. victorianus are among Lake Victoria’s most threatened fish species whose population sizes are on the decline. This study, carried out between August 2000 and April 2001, aimed ... -
Assessment of interest rates influence on deposit mobilization for selected saving credit co-operative societies in western
(IJRDO-Journal of Business Management, 2016-11-11)ABSTRACT From an institutional perspective, the primary motive for mobilizing savings lies in lower cost of capital compared to other sources of funds. In Western region, various cooperative societies have been registering ... -
Assessment of iron status among preschool children (6 to 59 months) with and without malaria in Western Province, Kenya
(Pan African Medical Journal, 2015-05-05)Iron deficiency is a major public health concern. Globally, iron deficiency ranks number 9 and is responsible for about 60% of all anemia cases among preschool children. In Africa iron deficiency is 43-52% while in Kenya, ... -
Assessment of iron status among preschool children (6 to 59 months) with and without malaria in Western Province, Kenya
(Pan African Medical Journal, 2015-05-28)Introduction: Iron deficiency is a major public health concern. Globally, iron deficiency ranks number 9 and is responsible for about 60% of all anemia cases among preschool children. In Africa iron deficiency is 43-52% ... -
Assessment of microbiological contaminants in community water sources in lower Nyakach Division, Kisumu County, Kenya
(Elixir, 2014-09-04)The importance of water as a vehicle for spreading diseases has long been recognized and many studies have demonstrated the relationship between illness and deficiencies in water supply and sanitation. This study was ... -
Assessment of temporal primary production in tropical inland swamp wetlands of Uasin Gishu county, Kenya
(2018-07-03)Wetlands are highly productive ecosystems offering valuable ecosystem and socio-economic services. Worldwide they are threatened by encroachment due to increasing human population. Limited research has been done on the ... -
Assessment of temporal primary production in tropical inland swamp wetlands of Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
(J. Wetlands Biodiversity, 2018-07-03)Wetlands are highly productive ecosystems offering valuable ecosystem and socio-economic services. Worldwide they are threatened by encroachment due to increasing human population. Limited research has been done on the ... -
An assessment of the effects of financial inter mediation on business performance: a case study of women owned micro and small enterprises in Kisii municipality – Kenya
(Asian Journal of Business and Management Sciences, 2016)Women as micro and small entrepreneurs have increasingly become the key target group for financial intermediaries. Consequently providing access to financial and non-financial services is not only considered a precondition ... -
Assessment of the Impact of Anthropogenic Activities on the Drinking Water Qualities of Boreholes/Shallows Well Water in Huruma Estate -Eldoret, Kenya
(Journal of Environment and Earth Science, 2016)The objective of this research was to investigate the drinking water qualities of boreholes/shallows well water used by inhabitants of Huruma –Eldoret , by comparing the chemical, physical and bacteriological qualities ... -
Assessment of the Impact of Urban Runoff from Migor i Town on the Concentration Levels of Selected Heavy Metals i n Migori River, Kenya
(Journal of Environment and Earth Science, 2015)Water pollution and decreasing water quality is a major threat to water resources in urban set ups in the developing world. The key culprits include; agricultural runoff, untreated industrial and ... -
Assessment of the Impact of Urban Runoff from Migori Town on the Concentration Levels of Selected Heavy Metals in Migori River, Kenya
(Journal of Environment and Earth Science, 2015-10)Water pollution and decreasing water quality is a major threat to water resources in urban set ups in the developing world. The key culprits include; agricultural runoff, untreated industrial and domestic wastewater, storm ... -
Astudy on socio-economic conditions and work life balance of women workers in textile spinning mills.
(International Journal of Business Management Insight & Transformations, 2019)Today, in addition to the traditional unpaid labour required for maintaining a household, which involves growing food and securing water and fuel supplies, women increasingly take on paid work outside the home to augment ... -
An automated interface design for student-parent interaction in secondary boarding schools: a study of schools in rachuonyo south sub-county, Kenya.
(2019)Ministry of Education banned the use of mobile phones by students in boarding schools without replacing it with a suitable interaction interface. This situation infringes on children’s right to information, as delineated ...
