Chuka University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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PERCIEVED SOCIOLOGICAL FACTORS INFLUENCING PERFORMANCE OF TEACHERS IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN IGEMBE SOUTH SUB-COUNTY, MERU COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Society looks at the teacher as a principal agent in promoting socially responsible behaviour in young people. Motivated teachers are more likely to motivate students to learn and ensure the implementation of educational ... -
PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN WOUND CAREAMONG DIABETIC PATIENTS ATTENDING MERU TEACHING AND REFERRAL HOSPITAL, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Diabetes is among the leading non-communicable diseases affecting the society today. Diabetic foot ulcer is among the complications that arise among diabetic patients due to poor management of the condition. Patient ... -
POLITICAL - SPIRITUAL DIMENSION OF CONFLICT BETWEEN SAMBURU AND TURKANA: ITS IMPLICATIONS ON SOCIO-ECONOMIC LIVELIHOOD OF SAMBURU COUNTY (1962-2012)
(Chuka University, 2022-09)There exists substantial evidence of constant cattle raids and unrest between Samburu and Turkana in the now Samburu County. This study examined the the nature of conflict and the socio-economic implications of the ... -
STRUCTURAL, OPTICAL AND ELECTRONIC CHARACTERISATION OF SOL-GEL SYNTHESIZED COPPER DOPED NICKEL TITANATE (CuXNi1-XTiO3) NANOPARTICLES
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Nanoparticles of less than 100 nm have improved properties in comparison to the bulk properties of the same material. This makes them more appealing and recently, they have attracted a lot of research attention. Titanate ... -
EFFECT OF WORK CHARACTERISTICS AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTORS ON ADOPTION OF SAFETY MEASURES AND LABOUR PRODUCTIVITY AMONG AGRICULTURAL WORKERS IN TRANS NZOIA COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Due to the physical demands and chemical use involved in agricultural work, it is one of the most dangerous professions in terms of safety. Roughly 70% of Kenya's rural population is employed directly or indirectly in ... -
INFLUENCE OF KIPSIGIS CULTURAL PRACTICES ON PARTICIPATION RATES AMONG BOYS IN SELECTED PUBLIC DAY PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN TRANS-MARA EAST SUB-COUNTY, NAROK COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Education is the foundation of economic development of human resources. A country that provides free access to quality education for all its citizens is far more likely to reduce poverty, promote economic growth, lower ... -
SOCIO-ECONOMIC, GROSS MARGINS AND INSTITUTIONAL FACTORS AFFECTING THE CHOICE OF FOOD CROP PRODUCTION BY SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN MAKUENI SUB-COUNTY, KENYA.
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Farming of food crops is a major source of livelihood for human existence. In Kenya, agriculture contribute about 33% to the GDP, with both food crops and commercial crops contributing at least 80% which translates to ... -
PREVALENCE AND CHARACTERIZATION OF BACTERIAL WILT DISEASE caused by Ralstonia solanacearum on TOMATOES in MERU SOUTH SUB-COUNTY and BIOCONTROL using Trichoderma harzianum
(Chuka University, 2022-09)In most parts of Kenya, tomato production is characterized by low quality and huge losses due to pest and diseases. Most common tomato diseases are caused by bacteria, bacterial wilt being the most prevalent. Bacterial ... -
A HISTORICAL STUDY ON THE TRANSITION FROM SUBSISTENCE TO CASH CROP FARMING IN ABOGETA SUB-COUNTY, MERU COUNTY, KENYA, FROM 1937-1980
(Chuka University, 2022-09)This study is about the history of the transition from subsistence to cash crop farming in Abogeta Sub-County in Meru County, Kenya, from 1937-1980. The main economic activity of the people in Abogeta Sub-County is ... -
Correlation Between Electromagnetic Wave Equation And Einstein Theory Of Relativity In Derivation Of Schrödinger Equation And Hilbert Space Operators
(Journal of Multidisciplinary Engineering Science Studies (JMESS), 2020-03)Operators in Hilbert space have properties which are useful in the study of mathematical abstract areas such as approximation theory, Banach Fixed point theory, the spectral theory as well as Quantum Mechanics. ... -
A Gender Community Outreach for Girls Living in Vulnerable Contexts: Experiences from School Literacy Clubs in Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya
(Allen Institute, 2020-05)The Kenya Constitution (2010) has deliberately attempted to remedy the traditional exclusion of women and has promoted their full involvement in every aspect of growth and development. It is indeed true that when women ... -
Eco-Friendly Farming Practices and the intensity of their adoption in the agroecosystems of Embu County, Kenya
(African Journal of Biological Sciences, 2020-01-01)This study was conducted among households of Embu County in Kenya to determine the socioeconomic factors that influenced adoption of Eco-Friendly Farming Practices (EFFPs). Earlier studies had indicated clearly that Embu ... -
Shape Up or Shape Out: The Case of Lecturers Unfit for the Modern Classroom
(IISTE, 2020-02-29)Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number four is quality education for all and the Commonwealth Education Report (2019) underscores the central position of this goal in powering the achievement of the entire 2030 ... -
Protein Quality of Rations for Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) Containing Oilseed Meals
(Canadian Center of Science and Education, 2020-01-15)Considering price as the main limiting factor in the use of animal proteins, this study evaluated the protein quality of diets for Nile tilapia containing oilseed meals as replacements of fishmeal. A control diet (FMBD) (30% ... -
Marking Identity through Language in Social Media Discourse by Chuka University Students
(ARC, 2019-08)Interaction via social media has gained popularity owing to the technological advancements that have affected the manner in which people communicate in the contemporary world. This paper is geared towards shedding light ... -
The Influence of the Entrepreneur’s Open Innovation Strategy on Firm Performance: Empirical Evidence From SMEs in Kenya
(IGI Global, 2019-10)This article helps identify the main factors influencing the performance of small and medium agribusiness enterprises in Kenya. The study proposes five research hypotheses, each tested on a sample of 150 agribusiness ... -
Food Rheology using Dynamic Mechanical Analysis; A short review
(Paul Kamweru, 2020-02)An ideal elastic material will deform finitely and recover its original shape and size upon the removal of the applied deforming load. On the other hand an ideal fluid will deform and continue to deform as long as the ... -
Paralinguistic Strategies for Persuasion in Kenyan Commercial Banks Television Advertisements
(THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL STUDIES, 2019-08)This study analyzes paralinguistic strategies in the discourse of Kenyan commercial banks adverts. It focuses on the inter action of language,imageandlayout,andexaminesadvertisingpersuasivetechniques.The study mainly ... -
Benefits and associated challenges of working donkey in small holder farming systems in Kenya
(Research Publish Journals, 2019-12)In Kenya donkeys are a source of income for farming households through subsistence and commercial transport. A study was conducted to determine the benefits of keeping donkeys and the associated production challenges in ... -
A Gaze at the Place of the Female Figure in Post-Apartheid South Africa: Case of Zukiswa Wanner’s the Madams
(THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL STUDIES, 2019-07)The black race was severely disadvantaged in apartheid South Africa. Specifically, black women were doubly disadvantaged; first by the color of their skin, and secondly, by lack of tangible income. History has shown that ...