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ASSESSMENT OF THE LEVEL OF AWARENESS IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH AMONG RICE MILL WORKERS IN CENTRAL KENYA (MWEA)
(Chuka University, 2021)Rice milling involves removal of the husk and bran layer, a process which causes emission of inorganic dust and synthetic chemicals that have adverse effects on respiratory health, eyes and skin of exposed workers. Further, ... -
IMPACT OF ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSES AND MIDWIVES ON PATIENTS’ OUTCOMES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
(Chuka University, 2021)Background: Advanced practice nursing and midwifery education was introduced globally and in Kenya with an objective of introducing high quality nursing and midwifery care services that would result to improved patients ... -
ASSESSMENT OF QUALITY OF BOREHOLE WATER IN CHUKA SUB-COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2021)Groundwater from shallow aquifers is an important source of portable water in Chuka Sub-County. However, most shallow boreholes in Chuka Sub-County are undocumented and susceptible to contamination by both geogenic and ... -
ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES AND MAGNETIC ORDER OF COMPOSITIONALLY AND STRUCTURALLY RE-ARRANGED HEUSLER COMPOUND Mn2CoAl
(Chuka University, 2021)Heusler compound Mn2CoAl has been reported to possess the spin gapless property. It has been proposed as a candidate for application in fabrication of spin-logic and energy efficient spintronic devices. While some theoretical ... -
TRIPLE EXPONENTIAL SMOOTHING TECHNIQUES: APPLICATION TO KENYA’S INDUSTRIAL INPUTS PRICE INDEX
(Chuka University, 2021)A move towards industrialization is an active ingredient in achieving sustainable economic development owing to the derived benefits of the creation of employment opportunities and enhanced international trade. Through ... -
SARIMA MODELS: REVIEW AND ITS APPLICATION TO KENYAN’S COMMODITY PRICE INDEX OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE.
(Chuka University, 2021)Attaining price stability is one of the objectives of monetary policy in any economy to protect both consumers' and producers' interest. Unpredictable food and beverages prices make it difficult for consumers to plan for ... -
MODELLING KENYA MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS USING PRINCIPAL COMPONENT ANALYSIS
(Chuka University, 2021)Kenya's economic growth has been lower than in other nations, especially the European nations for a long time. Macroeconomic indicators are the main factors that affect the economic growth of a country. The study sought ... -
SELECTION OF OPTIMAL FEATURES IN STATISTICAL MODELLING
(Chuka University, 2021)In statistical modelling, selection of optimal features entails making a selection of relevant predictor variables to be used in development of statistical models. Most modelling studies have focused on construction of ... -
A NOTE ON THE BASIC REPRODUCTION NUMBER: NOVEL CORONA VIRUS (2019-nCOV)
(Chuka University, 2021)The basic reproductive number, R 0, is the expected number of secondary infections produced by a single individual during his or her entire infectious period, in a completely susceptible population. This concept is ... -
GENERAL OVERVIEW OF SAMPLE SIZE ESTIMATION FOR RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED CLINICAL TRIALS
(Chuka University, 2021)Calculation of the minimum sample size needed to meet the primary study objective is a key feature of the design of any clinical trial. The other reason a priori sample size determination is to limit participant harm or ... -
ADSORPTION OF LEAD (II) IONS FROM AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS USING MANGROVE ROOTS (Rhizophora mucronata) CHARCOAL-CARBON NANOTUBES NANOCOMPOSITE
(Chuka University, 2021)Providing clean and affordable water to meet human needs is a grand challenge of the 21st century. Worldwide, water supply struggles to keep up with the fast growing demand, which is exacerbated by population growth, ... -
DISSEMINATING AGRICULTURAL INNOVATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: THE PLACE OF KISWAHILI AND OTHER INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES IN KENYA’S RURAL COMMUNITIES
(Chuka University, 2021)The significance of research to any endeavour aimed at the realisation of the aspirations of Kenya's Vision 2030 cannot be gainsaid. It goes without saying that in order to generate and disseminate significant knowledge ... -
UTILIZATION OF ALATE TERMITES (MacrotermeSpp) TO IMPROVE NUTRITIONAL SECURITY AMONG HOUSEHOLDS IN VIHIGA-KENYA
(Chuka University, 2021)Among key concerns all over the globe is the rising demand for high-value protein, expected to double by2050 due to the rapidly growing population in developing economies, Kenya included. To meet the new demand, conventional ... -
BACTERIOLOGICAL QUALITY ASSESSMENT OF DOMESTIC BOREHOLES IN THARAKA NITHI COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2021)Water shortage that is caused by long droughts and higher cost of accessing piped water have forced many households in Kenya to opt for wells and borehole water. Where they are used, boreholes are exposed to contamin ... -
SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTORS DRIVING PRIMATE TOURISM AND COMPOUNDING HUMAN-NON HUMAN PRIMATE CONFLICTS WITHIN URBAN GREEN SPACES: CASE OF NAIROBI CITY PARK
(Chuka University, 2021)Green spaces such as parks and sports fields are a fundamental component of any urban ecosystem by playing a critical role as wildlife refuge, recreation centers and offering a myriad of environmental services. The Nairobi ... -
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ADVISORY SERVICES AND ADOPTION OF AGRICULTURAL INDIGENOUS PRACTICES IN CHUKA SUB-COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2021)Adoption of agricultural indigenous practices (AIPs) holds the promise for agricultural and environmental sustainability. However, the adoption rate has been low among smallholder farmers for decades. Level of advisory ... -
EVALUATION OF ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITIES OF Tithoniadiversifolia AND Kigeliaafricana AGAINST TOMATO FUSARIUM WILT PATHOGEN (FusariumoxysporumLycopersci)
(Chuka University, 2021)Fusarium wilt disease caused by the soil-borne fungusFusariumoxysporum Schlechttheisaserious threat to tomato production worldwide. Chemical and cultural methods of management used are either ineffective or toxic to the ... -
IN-VITROEVALUATION OF FUNGICIDES SENSITIVITY OF TOMATO LEAF BLIGHT PATHOGENS ISOLATES Alternariasolani and Phytophthorainfestans
(Chuka University, 2021)Tomato early and late blight diseases caused by Alternaria solani(Ellis & Martin) Sorauer and Phytophthora infestansrespectively hinder tomato production globally. Use of fungicides in management of blight diseases has ... -
MANAGEMENT OF PARASITIC ROOTKNOT NEMATODES IN SWEETPOTATO: REVIEW
(Chuka University, 2021)Agriculture is the mainstay in Kenyan economy, it currently contributes to 29% in gross domestic product (GDP) and creates employment of over 80% in the rural population. There are four major sub sectors in the agricultural ... -
EFFECTS OF LAND FRAGMENTATION AND CROP DIVERSITY ON SMALLHOLDERS’ FARM INCOME; CASE OF KISII COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2021)With global climate change becoming evident across the continent, agriculture has suffered greatly due to the effects of global warming. Erratic weather conditions and sporadic rainfall patterns which are unpredictable ...