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• Evaluation of the Potential of Kericho Aquifer as a Source of Groundwater  Chepkemoi, Abigail ( JKUAT-CoETEC , 2024-04-23 ) Groundwater is a major source of water supply in Kericho County, Kenya. However, this water source is threatened by the rise in the human population and climate change. Under these conditions, it is crucial to assess the ...
• Television’s Persuasive Advertising Strategies and Sports Gambling among University Students in Nairobi County, Kenya  Oduor, Nicholas Ochieng ( JKUAT-COHRED , 2024-04-19 ) The growth of gambling industry in Kenya has raised a great concern among various stake holders in the country. Gambling is addictive and if not monitored can lead to serious health implications. An increase in betting ...
• Television Framing of Intellectual Disability and Involvement of Learners in Inclusive Education in Nairobi County  Lidubwi, Jackline Undisa ( JKUAT-COHRED , 2024-04-18 ) The study investigated the extent to which television framing of intellectual disability influenced involvement of learners in inclusive education in Kenya. The first objective was to determine how intellectual disability ...
• Influence of Varying Wind Speeds, Installation Heights, Orientation and Tilt Angles on Solar PV Modules and Design of Automated PV Surface Cleaning System  Ndeto, Martin Paul ( JKUAT-IEET , 2024-04-18 ) Solar photovoltaic (PV) is one of the emerging technologies widely acknowledged as a potential solution to energy poverty. This is because of its high reliability, long life, and automatic operation with minimal ...
• EXTENDED EXPONENTIAL-WEIBULL REGRESSION MODEL FOR HANDLING SURVIVAL DATA IN THE PRESENCE OF COVARIATES  Braima, Adam Soliman Mastor ( 2024-04-17 ) Incorporating covariates into the future lifetime distribution is crucial to the survival analysis. In this thesis a novel version of the exponential-Weibull distribution known as the extended exponential-Weibull (ExEW) ...
• Bayesian and Frequentist Approaches for Flexible Parametric Hazard-Based Regression Models with Generalized Log-logistic Baseline Distribution: An Application to Right-Censored Oncology Data Sets  Muse, Abdisalam Hassan ( JKUAT-PAUSTY , 2024-04-17 ) n general, parametric hazard-based regression models can be motivated by allow ing baseline distribution parameters to be affected by covariates. Furthermore, it is common practice to link covariates to a single parameter ...
• Organizational Justice and Employee Citizenship Behaviour in the Civil Service in Kenya  John, Madelle Chegenye ( JKUAT-COHRED , 2024-04-12 ) The purpose of this study was to assess the influence of organizational justice on organizational citizenship behaviour of civil servants in Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were: to assess the influence of ...
• Impact of Regulatory Framework on Performance of Building Construction Projects in Kenya: Case Study of Murang’a County  Odhiambo Ochola, Willis ( JKUAT-COETEC , 2024-04-09 ) In Kenya, there has been increased number of collapsed buildings despite the existence of various regulatory frameworks. In Murang’a County for instance, between 2017 and 2021, 4 building structures collapsed. This is ...
• Epidemiology of Bovine Mastitis, Antimicrobial Resistance and Management Practices on Small-Holder Dairy Farms in Moiben and Kapseret Sub-Counties - Uasin-Gishu, Kenya  Ounah, David Ayah ( JKUAT-COHES , 2024-04-09 ) Mastitis is multi-etiologic disease characterized by the swelling of the udder and inflammation of the udder tissues of dairy animals globally. The following prevalence of the disease was reported worldwide; in United ...
• Genetic Diversity and In-vitro Regeneration of Taro (Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott.) Germplasm in Kenya  Sinkiyian Kepue, Mercy ( JKUAT-IBR , 2024-04-09 ) Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is a clonally propagated aroid and is largely grown in humid tropical areas worldwide. This crop was first domesticated in South-east Asia, spreading throughout the world and is now an important ...
• Optimization of In Vitro Regeneration, Calcium Bio-fortification and Mycorrhizal Biotization of Selected Seed Potato for Enhanced Performance and Bacterial Wilt Management  Wairimu Mungai, Sloane ( JKUAT-CoANRE , 2024-04-08 ) Potato is an important tuber crop that plays a key role in achieving food security and alleviating poverty in sub-Saharan Africa. The Irish potato is a significant source of dietary energy, and is rich in essential vitamins ...
• Entrepreneurial Orientation and Performance of Youth-Led Micro and Small Enterprises in Kenya  Bonareri Bosire, Evelyn ( JKUAT-COHRED , 2024-04-08 ) The youth-led MSEs in Kenya face a continuous decline in performance, an issue that has seen most of these enterprises close-down their businesses within their first year of operation. This, is despite the growing youth ...
• Rangeland management practices and their influence on soil properties, vegetation metrics and wildlife in Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Kenya  Kaaria, Timothy Ndereva ( JKUAT-CoANRE , 2024-04-05 ) Rangeland landscapes, comprising forbs, grasses, and shrubs, are primarily managed for wildlife and livestock grazing. These ecosystems, encompassing various vegetation types like shrublands, grasslands, and savannahs, ...
• Detection of β-Tubulin Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) Associated with Drug Resistance among School-Aged Children Infected with Soil-Transmitted Helminths in Bungoma, Kenya  Macharia Maingi, Peterson ( JKUAT-COHES , 2024-04-04 ) Soil-transmitted helminths (STHs) are parasitic nematodes associated with poor sanitation. These parasites are transmitted to humans by ingesting infective eggs or skin penetration by larvae found in feces-contaminated ...
• Growth Performance, Fecundity and Sexual Growth Dimorphism of Oreochromis esculentus and Two Populations of Oreochromis niloticus Under Cage Culture in Kisii County, Kenya  Muga, Edwin Robin ( 2024-04-04 ) The blue growth initiative can be a driver in helping to meet the increased demand for food. Tilapiine fish species, Singida tilapia, Oreochromis esculentus, a fish once prevalent in Lake Victoria and satellite lakes was ...
• Application of Genetic Algorithm to Optimize Microalgae Cultivation Conditions in a Locally Assembled Flat Plate Photobioreactor  Mukabane, Bonface Godwin ( JKUAT-IEET , 2024-04-04 ) The availability of more cost-effective sources of energy is a key driver of any economic development more so for a developing country like Kenya. The interest in biofuels is motivated by: the fluctuating oil prices and ...
• Access to Mobile Phone Technology and its Effects on Livestock Markets Linkages in the Pastoral Drylands of Kenya  Chelang’a, Philemon Kipkorir ( JKUAT-CoANRE , 2024-04-03 ) Market information plays an important role in the functioning of markets. The recurrence of market information asymmetry and associated market failure has been a challenge in developing nations. Many scholars argue that ...
• Entrepreneurial Capabilities and Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya  Wachira, Paul Muruga ( JKUAT-COHRED , 2024-04-03 ) The role Small and Medium Enterprises play in propelling economic growth in Kenya cannot be overlooked. However, majority of these businesses experience severe competition from large international businesses. Most of these ...
• Characterization of Geothermal Resource in the Olkaria South East Field using Multidimensional Magnetotelluric Data Inversion  Wachira, Eunice Wambui ( JKUAT-COPAS , 2024-04-02 ) One of the seven blocks that make up the Greater Olkaria Complex is Olkaria South East field. There are few wells that have been drilled, therefore the area is continuously being explored. Olkaria south east field is ...
• An Evaluation of Pre-Tender Documentation of Public Building Projects in Kenya: A Case Study of Building Projects in the Economic Stimulus Programme  Mundia, Thomas Gikonyo ( JKUAT-SABS , 2024-03-28 ) Construction teams play a critical role and are at the core in the process of project delivery in the construction industry. This thesis explored the Ministry of Public Works (MoPW) Construction team roles in the Economic ...

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Factors affecting the utilization of cancer health care services: a case study of breast cancer screening among women in kenya , association of lifestyle modification and pharmacological adherence on blood pressure control among patients with hypertension at kenyatta national hospital, kenya: a cross-sectional study. , comparison of dual therapies for lowering blood pressure in black africans. , healthy heart africa-kenya: a 12-month prospective evaluation of program impact on health care providers' knowledge and treatment of hypertension. , risk factors associated with hypertension among people living with hiv/aids at pcea kikuyu hospital , nurses experiences and perceptions of providing futile care to patients in the critical care unit at kenyatta national hospital , clinical and pathologic features of non-hodgkin's lymphoma among patients at kenyatta national hospital , pathways to mental health care barriers and management experiences of adults living with mental illness in kenya , family members’ and nurses’ experiences as well as factors influencing the quality of care and support during resuscitation in critical care unit at kenyatta national hospital , phytochemical investigation of selected plants in the families anacardiaceae and easterner for bioactive principles , exploring mental health nurses experiences of patients’ aggression at mathari national hospital , “evaluate nurses and doctor”s perspective of quality of mental health emergency care at mathari national teaching and referral hospital” , comparative study of the effectiveness of morphine combined with bupivacaine versus bupivacaine alone for caudal blocks in paediatric patients undergoing infraumbilical surgeries at kenyatta national hospital , comparison of recovery profile of general anaesthesia versus spinal anaesthesia for gynaecological day case surgeries in kenyatta national hospital , the nexus between participatory communication and prostate cancer screening among at-risk population in westlands, nairobi – kenya , quality of nursing care through patient participation: an integration of orem’s theory to the nursing process in kiambu and thika hospitals - kenya. , hypertension as a risk factor of hearing loss in patients attending the hypertensive clinic at the kenyatta national hospital , to assess urological complications of transrectal prostate biopsy in kenyatta national hospital , factors influencing community participation in maternal health care project in kitui county kenya , perceptions and practiceson household disposal patterns of unused medicines in south c area of nairobi city county .

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Effects of dexamethasone on antibody response and anaemia in Sprague Dawley rats infected with Trypanosoma brucei brucei. 

Survey of Production Practices and Evaluation of Onion Varieties Susceptibility to Thrips in Kirinyaga District, Kenya 

AFRICAN ORAL LITERATURE: ANALYSIS OF VISUAL RESOURCES AND IMPROVISED TECHNIQUES IN SELECTED BUKUSU CIRCUMCISION SONGS 

ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ‘JITEGEMEA’ PHILOSOPHY ON THE SELF-RELIANCE, PROPAGATION AND GOVERNANCE OF PCEA IN NYERI AND KIRINYAGA COUNTIES, KENYA (1971-2021) 

KINAYA KAMA NJIA YA KUBAINISHA MAUDHUI: MIFANO KUTOKA RIWAYA YA CHOZI LA HERI NA TAMTHILIA YA KIGOGO 

REPRODUCTIVE PERFORMANCE OF NATURALIZED RAINBOW TROUT (Oncorhynchus mykiss, WALBAUM 1792) FROM SAGANA COLD WATER STREAM AND IMPLICATION ON FRY PRODUCTION FOR AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT IN KENYA 

IDENTIFICATION OF MAIZE LEAF DISEASES USING SUPPORT VECTOR MACHINE AND CONVOLUTIONAL NEURAL NETWORKS ALEXNET AND RESNET50 

UTILIZATION OF MOBILE DEVICES IN ACCESSING INFORMATION BY LECTURERS AND STUDENTS IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN KENYA 

EFFECTS OF MIRAA FARMING ON RETENTION OF THE BOY-CHILD IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN MBEERE SOUTH-SUB COUNTY, KENYA 

Gender Relations and its Implication in Rural Development: A Case Study of Mwingi Central Division, Kenya. 

A balanced scorecard approach to measuring performance of five star hotels in Nairobi, Kenya. 

Developing a Knowledge Management Strategy for The Marist International University College, Nairobi - Kenya. 

INFLUENCE OF WORK ENVIRONMENT FACTORS ON TRANSFER OF TRAINING FOR PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS IN NYERI COUNTY KENYA 

INFLUENCE OF INTERNAL QUALITY ASSURANCE PRACTICES ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KIENI EAST AND WEST SUBCOUNTIES IN NYERI COUNTY 

GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF RABBITFISH (Siganus sutor) REARED IN BRACKISH WATER EARTHEN PONDS, OFFERED BLACK SOLDIER FLY (BSF) LARVAE (Hermetia illucens) 

EVALUATION OF EFFECTIVENESS OF PASTORAL CARE PROGRAMMES ON GRIEF MANAGEMENT AMONG WIDOWS IN ACK DIOCESE OF EMBU, KENYA 

A THESIS SUBMITTED TO THE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES IN PARTIAL FULLFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENT FOR THE CONFERMENT OF THE DEGREE OF MASTERS OF ARTS IN HISTORY, KARATINA UNIVERSITY. 

PREVALENCE OF GASTRO INTESTINAL PARASITES OF CATTLE IN MATHIRA CONSTITUENCY, KENYA 

Influence of Conformance to Catering Practices on Food Hygiene and Safety: A Case Study of National Youth Service, Gilgil, Kenya 

Influence of Rainfall Variability and Trends on Tomato Production among Small Scale Farmers in Kieni East Sub County Kenya 

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Effects of Collective Action, Agency and Access to Productive Resources on Performance of Women-Owned Manufacturing Enterprises in Selected Counties, Kenya 

Trade Liberalization and Female Employment in East African Community 

Effect of Cost of Doing Business on the Formalization of Businesses in Kenya 

The Interplay between Military Expenditures and Economic Growth: The Case of East African Economies 

Energy Consumption and Performance of Manufacturing Sector in Kenya 

Impact of Women Empowerment on Household Wellbeing in Kenya 

Effect of Alternative Channels of Banking on Poverty in Kenya 

Effects of Capital Formation Rate, Employment Rate and Enrolment Rate in the Education Institutions on Economic Growth in Nigeria 

Effect of Elderly Persons’ Unconditional Cash Transfer on Welfare of Older People in Chuka Subcounty, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya 

Household Heads Characteristics and Access to Water, Energy and Housing in Kenya 

Effects of Technological Innovations and Taxpayer Education by Kenya Revenue Authority on Revenue Collection in Kenya 

Effect of Financial Literacy on Financial Access and Savings in Kenya 

Diaspora Remittances and Economic Growth in Kenya 

Community Participation and Outcomes of Selected Community Based Development Water Projects in the Informal Settlements of Nairobi City County, Kenya 

Income Repatriation and its Relationship to Foreign Direct Investment and Economic Growth in Kenya 

Utilization of Mobile Financial Services among Small Scale Businesses in Kiambu County, Kenya. 

Total Factor Productivity in the Kenyan Banking Sector and How it is Affected by Technological Innovation 

Effect of Electronic Commerce on Output and Total Factor Productivity in Kenya