School of Science: Recent submissions
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MACHINE LEARNING BASED CERVICAL CANCER DETECTION MODEL IN WESTERN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among Kenyan women, with approximately 3,200 deaths reported annually, driven mainly by low screening uptake (16%) and late diagnosis. The aim of this study ... -
GENETIC DIVERSITY, CROSS PATHOGENICITY AND CONTROL OF BACTERIAL BLIGHT OF COWPEA USING BACILLUS SP. AND SELECTED BOTANICALS
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) is an economically important crop cultivated both for domestic and commercial purposes. It is one of the most resilient crops suited to arid and semi-arid areas. Cowpea production ... -
AQUEOUS FLUORIDE BIOSORPTION USING CALCIUM-SPIKED AND NON- SPIKED Moringa oleifera SEED POWDER: INFLUENCE OF DOSAGE, PARTICLE SIZE, AND PROCESS PARAMETERS
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Excessive fluoride concentrations in drinking water pose serious public health risks, including dental and skeletal fluorosis, particularly in rural, semi-arid and arid regions of developing countries where groundwater ... -
GENETIC DIVERSITY AND POPULATION STRUCTURE IN Trichilia emetica Vahl. IN WESTERN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Trichilia emetica Vahl. Commonly known as Natal Mahogany (Family: Meliaceae) is a multipurpose tree of high ecological and socio-economic value across sub-Saharan Africa. In Kenya, however, its genetic resources remain ... -
MOLECULAR PHYLOGENY, PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES OF SELECTED KENYAN POPULATIONS OF DODONAEA VISCOSA (SAPINDACEAE)
(University of Eldoret, 2025)The family Sapindaceae is diverse, with four subfamilies. The genus Dodonaea (Sapindaceae) is endemic to Australia and widespread in Kenya in various habitats. There are two varieties found in Kenya. The taxonomic ... -
GREEN TECHNOLOGY FOR WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT: UTILIZING RICE HUSKS, COCONUT SHELLS AND CLAY AS ADSORBENTS FOR BASIC DYE RHODAMINE B AND SELECTED HEAVY METALS
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Accumulation of heavy metals such as cobalt, copper, and lead and dyes such as rhodamine B (RB) released by various industries, poses a potential ecological risk of contamination due to their persistent nature and ... -
TAXONOMIC STUDY OF THE Cyperus dives DELILE COMPLEX IN EAST AFRICA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Cyperus dives complex comprises four taxa: Cyperus alopecuroides Rottb, Cyperus dives Delile, Cyperus imbricatus Retz and Cyperus exaltatus Retz; whose taxonomic recognition varies among different authors. This study ... -
Genetic diversity and population structure of Trichilia emetica Vahl in western Kenya using ISSR markers
(New forests, 2025-12)Loss of habitat and land-use changes can alter genetic variation in tropical trees, un- derscoring the need for molecular information to support species conservation. Trichilia emetica is an indigenous multipurpose ... -
MODELLING TRAFFIC FLOW BEFORE AND AFTER ROUNDABOUT USING NAVIER-STOKES AND ADVECTION-DIFFUSION EQUATIONS
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Traffic congestion remains a persistent challenge in urban areas, with roundabouts playing a pivotal role in enhancing road safety, improving traffic flow, and minimizing congestion. Understanding traffic dynamics before ... -
MODELLING GEOMETRY INTERRUPTION, VASCULAR STRESS, AND PULSATILITY IN CAROTID ARTERY BLOOD FLOW USING POISEUILLE-BASED EQUATIONS
(University of Eldoret, 2025)The Poiseuille equations are instrumental in modeling blood flow, particularly within large and medium-sized arteries where laminar flow predominates. Derived under the assumption of steady, incompressible, Newtonian ... -
CHARACTERIZATION OF SANDFLY POTENTIAL VECTORS AND RESERVOIR HOSTS OF CUTANEOUS LEISHMANIASIS AND THEIR HABITATS IN BUNGOMA COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL), a neglected tropical disease caused by Leishmania parasites and transmitted by sandfly vectors, is a significant health concern in Bungoma County, and other Kenyan leishmaniasis-endemic ... -
Antibiotic sensitivity of bacterial isolates from farmed fish in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
(African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2025)The study was conducted with the aim of investigating the antibiotic sensitivity of bacterial isolates from farmed fish to commonly used antibiotics in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya, a region experiencing rapid aquaculture ... -
Improving aquaculture productivity in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya: Addressing pathogens, water quality, and management challenges
(African Journal of Agricultural Research, 2025-03)Aquaculture in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya, has grown significantly due to government support, favorable climatic conditions, and an increasing demand for fish as a protein source. However, fish farming in the region faces ... -
PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS AND ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY OF Guizotia scabra LEAF, STEM BARK AND ROOT EXTRACTS FOR DENTAL CARIES CONTROL
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Medicinal plants offer promising alternatives for treating oral infections. This study investigated the phytochemical composition and antibacterial activity of Guizotia scabra tender leaf, stem bark, and root extracts ... -
ANTIBIOTIC SUSCEPTIBILITY AND PREVALENCE OF Staphylococcus aureus IN DIABETIC WOUNDS AMONG PATIENTS AT MOI TEACHING AND REFFERAL HOSPITAL, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)The frequent source of deferred healing processes in wounds is Staphylococcus aureus worldwide. Diabetic wounds in diabetic patients contribute to delayed healing due to antibacterial resistance, which has caused a lot ... -
PLASMID-MEDIATED ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE IN GRAM-NEGATIVE PATHOGENIC BACTERIA ISOLATED FROM RIVER SOSIANI AND WASTE WATER SYSTEMS IN UASIN GISHU COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)The widespread of bacteria resistance to antibiotics poses an immense threat to the public health. Aquatic ecosystems receive waste water which invariably contain different bacteria, chemicals and antibiotic residues ... -
Enhancing fisheries productivity through improved fish pond management in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya: A comprehensive review
(African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, 2025-07)Aquaculture is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of global food security and economic development. However, its potential remains underexploited in many developing regions, including Uasin Gishu County in Kenya. ... -
Influence of Water Quality on Growth Dynamics of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in Uasin Gishu Aquaculture Systems
(Blueprint Academic Publishers, 2025-12)Aquaculture in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya, supports food security and livelihoods but faces challenges from unstable water quality affecting Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) growth. This study examined the relationship ... -
PREDICTIVE MODELING OF CHILD MORTALITY IN MIGORI AND NYAMIRA COUNTIES USING INDIRECT METHODS
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Child mortality remains a critical public health challenge, particularly in developing countries like Kenya, where disparities in healthcare are stark across different regions. In counties such as Nyamira and Migori, ... -
Detection and classification of cervical cancer disease among women using machine learning technique Model in Western Kenya.
(International Journal of Academic and Applied Research (IJAAR), 2025-06)Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer related deaths among Kenyan women, claiming approximately the lives of 3,200 women annually. This is primarily due to the low screening uptake (16%) and late diagnosis. The ...
