Chuka University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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A novel mutation in TFL1 homolog sustaining determinate growth in cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.)
(Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature, 2020)Determinate and indeterminate growth habits of cucumber can affect plant architecture and crop yield. The TER MINAL FLOWER 1 (TFL1) controls determinate/indeterminate growth in Arabidopsis. In this study, a novel mutation ... -
Effects and Persistence of Endophytic Beauveria bassiana in Tomato Varieties on Mite Density Tetranychus evansi in the Screenhouse
(Springer Nature Switzerland AG, 2020)The tomato red spider mite (RSM), Tetranychus evansi Baker and Pritchard, is an important exotic pest in the production of tomatoes and other sola naceous plants in Africa. Isolates of Beauveria bassiana ICIPE 273, ICIPE ... -
Massive Protocluster of a Periodic Maser Source G188.95+0.89
(Oxford University Press on behalf of Royal Astronomical Society, 2021-07-14)We report the results of ongoing monitoring of the 6.7 GHz CH3OH masers associated with G188.95+0.89. In these observations, five features are periodically varying and at least two exhibit evidence of velocity drifts. It ... -
TEACHERS’ PARTICIPATION IN CURRICULUM CONCEPTUALISATION AND EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM IN KENYA
(International Journal of Education and Research, 2015-07)Most curriculums start to gain life from the time they are conceived and written. In order to create a strong curriculum, teachers must play an integral role in every step of the process of curriculum development. Within ... -
EFFECTS OF IMPRISONMENT ON INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS AMONG FEMALE INMATES IN SELECTED PRISONS IN KENYA
(International Journal of Education and Research, 2015-07)This study explored the relationship between imprisonment and interpersonal relationship among female inmates in selected prisons in Kenya. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. A total of 295 respondents ... -
Status of Plasmodium Falciparum Resistance to Sulfadoxine Pyrimethamine in Kwale County, Kenya
(Epidemiology International, 2019-12)Background: Malaria persists to be one of the major significant diseases in the world. A range of antimalarial drugs are readily accessible but management of the disease remains a problem. Despite the broadened spread ... -
Thermal Conductivities of Selected Solid Waste Materials Determined Using Lees’ Disc Method
(International Journal of Research Publications (IJRP.ORG), 2020-04-02)In this study, the coefficients of thermal conductivities have been determined. The goal was to find out the best insulator among the recyclable and locally available materials which can be adopted for use to replace the ... -
Calorific Value and Moisture Content Of Selected Solid Wastes at Chuka University
(IJRP.ORG., 2020-04-02)Solid waste, which typically consists of metals, plastics, glasses, paper, wood, and organics, is generated and accumulated due to human day to day activities. The waste often leads to ecological pollution unless an ... -
Information and Communication Technology Usage in Record Management Practices in Prevention of Corruption in Public Universities in Kenya
(Centre for Democracy, Research and Development (CEDRED), 2020-05)Record management is one of the key success factors in any organization; poorly managed records have a devastating consequence such as delayed service delivery, corruption and dishonesty. Therefore, this study assessed ... -
Longitudinal Changes of Human Milk Nutrient Content in the First 6 Months of Lactation
(Science and Education Publishing, 2020-02-04)Human milk is considered to be the optimal source of nutrition during the first six months of a child’s life. Since the milk is the only source of nutrition for the first six months of an infant’s life, understanding ... -
Evaluation of Gum Arabic from Acacia Senegal var kerensis and Acacia senegal var senegal as a Stabilizer in Low-fat Yoghurt
(ISEKI-Food Association (IFA), 2020-01-18)Gum arabic is a dried, gummy exudate obtained from the stems and branches of Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal. In Kenya, gum arabic comes from Acacia senegal var kerensis although its exploitation for commercial and ... -
HIV/AIDS in Kisii County: Current Status and Challenges
(Science Publishing Group, 2019-12-20)In 2012, adult HIV/AIDS prevalence in Kisii County was disproportionately high at 8.6%, against the national average of 5.6%. Thus, the researchers set out to investigate the current status and intervention measures in ... -
The Banach Numerical Range for Finite Linear Operators
(Modern Scientific Press Company, 2020-02-14)The numerical range has been a subject of interest to many researchers and scholars in the recent past. Based on the research outputs, many results have been obtained. Besides, several generalizations of the classical ... -
Prevalence and Characterization of Foliar Fungal Diseases of Tomato and Their Biocontrol Using Rhizospheric Streptomyces in Kirinyanga County, Kenya
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Global tomato production is characterized by inconsistent quality and yields partly emanating from biotic constraints attributed to fungal foliar diseases. In Kirinyaga County, where tomato production is a major source ... -
DRAMA-BASED INSTRUCTIONAL APPROACH AND KISWAHILI LANGUAGE TEACHING AND LEARNING AMONG PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN CHEPTAIS SUB-COUNTY, BUNGOMA COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Effective teaching and learning process is reliant on suitable approaches used during instructional process of a given subject area. Teachers’ effectiveness in content delivery has a definite influence on student concept ... -
A FORENSIC-LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF KENYA SUPREME COURT JUDGEMENTS
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Legal discourse has special grammatical and stylistic features which are meant to enhance precision of the intended message. However, the same features can also create alienation and exclusion because of their complexity. ... -
EFFECT OF PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ON SERVICE DELIVERY AMONG PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Procurement in public universities in Kenya has been recognized as essential in-service delivery since it affects how goods are procured and ensures tenders are awarded at the right time. However, this has not been the ... -
EFFECTS OF STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN SAMBURU COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Implementing a strategic plan makes an organization action-oriented, fosters enhanced concentration and synchronization, and results in enhanced efficiency. Adoption of strategic plans in Kenyan secondary schools has ... -
ISOLATION, CHARACTERISATION AND DETERMINATION OF ANTI BACTERIAL PROPERTIES OF SECONDARY METABOLITES OF Acremonium SPECIES FROM SOILS OF EMBU MUNICIPAL DUMPSITE
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Generally, antibiotics production relies on glucose or lactose as carbon and energy source. Alternatively, available raw materials such as agro-wastes have been used successfully as substrates in growth of micro-fungi. ... -
IMPROVISED INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES AND TEACHING OF ECDE LITERACY SKILLS IN KIAMBAA SUB-COUNTY, KIAMBU COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Literacy skills play a significant role in everyday communication in life from infancy to early childhood through to primary school level and beyond. Learning during early years is important in building a firm foundation ...