Department of Biological Sciences

Influence of Banana Production Practices and Constraints in Banana Production among Small-holder Farmers in Masaba South Sub-County, Kisii County, Kenya

Nyamwamu, Nyarang’o Charles; Jeruto, Pascaline; Mwamburi, Lizzy (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 ...

Characterization of Salmonella typhi from Shallow Well Water in Sogomo, Eldoret, Kenya and its Antimicrobial Sensitivity to Moringa oleifera Seed Extract.

Cheronoh, Joy; et. al... (2024)

Salmonella typhi is a gram negative, rod-shaped bacterium that cause typhoid fever disease, a significant cause of human mortality especially in the developing countries. This illness occurs after ingestion of Salmonella ...

Variations in phytoplankton community structure: A case of Baharini reservoir, Eldoret, Kenya

Kipruto, K. Anthony; Mulei, Josephine; Mwamburi, A Lizzy (2024-11)

Phytoplankton species composition and abundance within water bodies exhibit seasonal variation. The aim of this study was to obtain an overview of the variation of phytoplankton community structure during the rainy and dry ...

Medicinal uses and pharmacological activity of Ximenia americana L. - A systematic review

Rotich, Charles; et. al... (African Journal of Education Science and Technology (AJEST, 2024-10)

Medicinal plants have traditionally been used as remedies for various ailments. Ximenia americana which belongs to the Olacaceae family is one of the plants used in traditional medicine in Africa. However, it is facing ...

Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Domestic Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) (L) Ecotypes from Eight Selected Kenyan Counties Using Microsatellite Markers

Sergon, C. Philomena; et. al... (International Journal of Education, Science and Social Sciences, 2024-09)

This study estimated the molecular diversity among Kenyan rabbit populations using microsatellites. Seven microsatellite loci were used in the study and eight counties were sampled purposively because they are the major ...

Enhancing Growth of Upland Rice in Low Phosphorus Soil by Leveraging Root Morphological Traits

Mutembei, Justus; Nyongesa, Benson Ouma (Research in Agricultural Science, 2024-09)

Low phosphorus (P) in the upland ecosystems negatively influence rice growth and cause significant yield losses. Upland rice to effectively adapt to low P in upland agroecosystems requires a suite of novel root traits. ...

Bacteriological Quality of Fresh Beef Sold Within Eldoret Municipality

Koech, Edwin; Rono, Salinah; Kiprop, Ezekiel (African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, 2023)

Meat is the primary source of proteins in many parts of Africa. In many cases however, it is major point of entry of many zoonotic diseases. Further, due to the long procedures involved in the meat industry, it is also ...

Cellulolytic activity of bacteria from the gut of termites (Macrotermes michaelseni) from Eldoret and Kakamega

Miyayo, Raheli Neema; et. al... (African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2021)

Cellulose degrading bacteria in termites are important plant degraders as they play an essential role in digesting cellulose for termites. This study aimed to identify cellulose degrading bacteria in termites (Macrotermites ...

PROFILING AND EVALUATION OF BACTERIAL CONSORTIA FOR EFFICIENT BIOGAS PRODUCTION IN SMALL SCALE BIODIGESTERS WITHIN UASIN-GISHU COUNTY

OSESO, FLORENCE (University of Eldoret, 2022-06)

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

MIYAYO, RAHELI NEEMA (University of Eldoret, 2022-03)

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 ...

STATUS OF LEISHMANIA PARASITE SPECIES, SANDFLY VECTOR SPECIES AND RESERVOIR HOST SPECIES IN MT. ELGON, KENYA

OMBULA, KENNEDY OMBULA OMBAKA (University of Eldoret, 2024-05)

Leishmaniasis is a major public health problem experienced globally and is caused by parasite species of the genus Leishmania, transmitted through the bite of infected female phlebotomine sandfly. The current study determined ...

Cellulolytic activity of bacteria from the gut of termites (Macrotermes michaelseni) from Eldoret and Kakamega

Miyayo, Raheli Neema; Matasyoh, Lexa Gomezgani; Obiero, George (African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2021-10)

Cellulose degrading bacteria in termites are important plant degraders as they play an essential role in digesting cellulose for termites. This study aimed to identify cellulose degrading bacteria in termites (Macrotermites ...

Leishmania Parasite Infections and Blood Meal Source Apportionment in Sand Fly Vector Species in Mt. Elgon Habitats (Kenya)

Ombaka, Kennedy Ombula; Makwali, Judith; Ngeiywa, Moses (Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Healthcare, 2022-06)

Aim:The aim of the current study was therefore to determine the leishmania parasite infections and blood meal sources in Mt. Elgon, Kenya. Methodology: A total of 400 blood fed female sand flies were randomly selected ...

EFFECTS OF Acacia polyacantha CRUDE BARK EXTRACTS ADMINISTRATION IN MICE INFECTED WITH Leishmania donovani.

SALBEI, CHRISTINE TOIYOI (University of Eldoret, 2023-05)

Visceral leishmaniasis (kala-azar) is the severest form of leishmaniasis and is ranked the second deadliest parasitic disease in the world after malaria. Drugs of choice for the treatment of kala-azar are Pentavalent ...

ELUCIDATION OF LOCUST AND GRASSHOPPER CONSUMPTION AND PROSPECTS OF REARING AS FOOD AND FEED IN WESTERN KENYA

MMBONE, SYLVIA (University of Eldoret, 2023-09)

The increase in demand for the consumption of animal proteins coupled with the growing world population necessitates a re-evaluation of dietary habits. The strategies that can help increase food security include promoting ...

Effects of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizer on the Population Dynamics of Soil Microorganisms in Tea Rhizosphere at Kericho, Kenya

Mutai, Caroline C.; Mwamburi, Lizzy A.; Kipsumbai, Pixley K. (International Journal of Plant & Soil Science, 2023-06)

The long-term cultivation of tea (Camellia sinensis L.) alters microorganism communities in the rhizosphere; it can increase saprotrophs, pathogenic microorganisms and reduce symbiotrophs. Fertilizers are sources of plant ...