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Determination of cyanide concentration levels among cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) germplasm in Kenya
(Advances in Nutrition and Food Science, 2025)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a major carbohydrate source in the human diet, yet certain varieties harbor high cyanogenic glycoside concentrations, posing risks of cyanide toxicity. This study sought to determine ... -
Comparative Analysis of Phenotypic and Molecular Characterization of Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) Germplasm in Kenya
(African Journal of Applied and Theoretical Studies in Agriculture, 2024)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a crucial staple crop in Kenya, but its genetic diversity has not been fully exploited in breeding programs. This study compares phenotypic and molecular characterisation methods ... -
Molecular characterization of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) germplasm in Kenya
(Advances in Agriculture, Horticulture and Entomology, 2024)Globally, as a staple food crop, cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) provides millions of people with a substantial amount of carbohydrates. Selection of the appropriate parental forms for breeding programs is the most ... -
DELIMITATION OF CASSAVA GERMPLASM CLUSTERS IN KENYA BASED ON PHENOTYPIC TRAITS
(African Crop Science Journal, 2024)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a staple food and more lately, cash crop in Kenya, supporting millions of stakeholders along its value chain. However, the phenotypic variability of the crop in the country is not ... -
Phenotypic Characterization of Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) Germplasm in Kenya
(ASRIC Journal on Agricultural Sciences, 2023)Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is an important cash crop for many small scale farmers in Kenya. The cassava genetic resources in Kenya are often underestimated due to improper characterization of the germplasm available. ... -
MORPHOMERISTIC AND GENETIC CHARACTERIZATION OF Enteromius SPECIES (PISCES: CYPRINIDAE) FROM SELECTED RIVERS AND RESERVOIRS OF THE NORTH RIFT, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)The Enteromius species of the family Cyprinidae, are known to have high genetic diversity and distinct population structure. They are widely distributed in rivers and reservoirs across Africa Because of the diversity in ... -
PROFILING AND EVALUATION OF BACTERIAL CONSORTIA FOR EFFICIENT BIOGAS PRODUCTION IN SMALL SCALE BIODIGESTERS WITHIN UASIN-GISHU COUNTY
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Anaerobic digestion is a sequential biological activity that accepts the efficient capture of methane for energy production. The dependence on fossil and wood fuels as a primary energy source has led to multitudes of ... -
CELLULOLYTIC ACTIVITY AND DIVERSITY OF BACTERIA ISOLATED FROM THE WHOLE BODY OF (Macrotermes michaelseni) FROM NANDI AND VIHIGA COUNTY
(University of Eldoret, 2024)The accumulation of plant waste in the environment has increased recently since plants are not easily degraded. Consequently, there is a rising demand for efficient cellulolytic bacteria that can break done cellulose ... -
CONTROL OF DELTAMETHRIN RESISTANT Anopheles gambiae FROM WESTERN KENYA HIGHLANDS USING Datura stramonium AND Tamarindus indica
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Malaria, the most important mosquito-borne disease affecting millions of people globally. The disease is spread from one person to another by the bite of Anopheles mosquitoes infected with Plasmodium parasite. Malaria ... -
Growth Inhibitory Effect of Datura stramonium and Tamarindus indica on Resistant Malaria Mosquito Body Surface and Gut Microbiota
(Journal of Aquatic and Terrestrial Ecosystems, 2024)Bacteria mediated resistance which possibly is initiated when the vectors pick insecticides through feeding, inhalation or contact of their cuticle is threatening effective malaria vector control. This study tested growth ... -
Ethnobotanical Study of Medicinal Plants Used to Treat Malarial Infections by the Marakwet Community in Kenya
(2022)Malaria continues to have a devastating impact on public health in Kenya. Resistance to conventional antimalarial drugs is a threat to the treatment of malaria. Globally, medicinal plants have been used to treat malaria ... -
Neonatal Factors Predisposing Neonates to Nosocomial Infections at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
(International Journal of Education, Science and Social Sciences, 2024)Nosocomial infections occur during healthcare service delivery as an adverse outcome of medical care. They account for approximately 40% of all childhood mortality and are more common among premature neonates and those ... -
Antimicrobial Susceptibility Status of Bloodstream Infections in Children Presenting with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kenya
(African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, 2023)Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia occurs mainly in children leading to immunocompromised patients susceptible to bloodstream infections. Choice of antimicrobial treatment requires the epidemiological knowledge of pathogens, ... -
MORPHOLOGICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL RESPONSE OF KENYAN BRACHIARIA ECOTYPES TO DROUGHT STRESS
(E. Afri. Agri. For. J, 2022)Brachiaria, native to Africa, also known as signal grass, is a plant that uses C4 fixation pathway (C4 ). The grass exhibits advantages that include tolerance to drought, sequestration of carbon, enhancing nitrogen use ... -
OVERLAPPING, NON-MUTUALLY EXCLUSIVE EVENTS AND INVERSE SURVIVAL ANALYSIS WITH APPLICATION IN MODELING OF STUDENTS’ CHRONIC DISEASES A CASE STUDY OF MOI AND U.O.E UNIVERSITIES
(University of Eldoret, 2024)The analysis of time to event(s) has taken roots in many fields including health studies, statistics, among others. Single and mutually exclusive events have been studied, and, methods, for handling such cases have been ... -
EFFECTS OF ORGANIC AND INORGANIC FERTILIZER ON THE POPULATION OF SOIL PATHOGENIC MICRO-ORGANISMS IN TEA RHIZOSPHERE
(University of Eldoret, 2024)The long-term cultivation of tea (Camellia sinensis) alters microorganism communities in the rhizosphere; it can increase saprotrophs, pathogenic microorganisms and reduce symbiotrophs. Fertilizers are sources of plant ... -
PHYTOCHEMICAL PROFILES AND ANTIMALARIAL ACTIVITY OF MEDICINAL PLANT EXTRACTS USED BY THE MARAKWET COMMUNITY IN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Malaria continues to have a devastating impact on public health. Resistance to antimalarial drugs is a threat to treatment of malaria. Globally, medicinal plants have been used to treat malaria for a long time. This study ... -
DISTRIBUTION AND RISK FACTORS OF BOVINE FASCIOLOSIS IN UASIN GISHU COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Fasciolosis is caused by Fasciola parasite and is one of the most neglected zoonotic helminthic diseases of ruminants that occur in the tropics. In Kenya, the disease affects livestock leading to nutritional insecurity. ... -
ANTI-MICROBIAL ACTIVITY OF SELECTED MEDICINAL PLANTS USED FOR TREATMENT OF ORAL THRUSH AMONG THE NANDI COMMUNITY IN UASIN GISHU COUNTY
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Plants have been used as medicines long before recorded history. The researchers today are emphasizing on evaluation and characterization of various plants and plant constituents against a number of diseases based on the ... -
Influence of Banana Production Practices and Constraints in Banana Production among Small-holder Farmers in Masaba South Sub-County, Kisii County, Kenya
(International Journal of Life Science and Agriculture Research, 2024-12)Globally, consumption of banana (Musa spp) as fruit is due to its high nutritional and medicinal value and thus, it is considered as a powerhouse of nutrients that maintain good health. However, banana production has ...
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