Department of Biological Sciences: Recent submissions
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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 ... -
EFFECT OF MULTIVITAMINS ON THE FERTILITY O F NEEM (Azadirachta indica) TREATED LABORATORY FEMALE ALBINO RATS ( Rattus norvegicus)
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Azadirachta indica (Neem) is a widely used medicinal plant valued for its therapeutic properties, particularly in regions with limited access to conventional healthcare. It has been reported to exert antifertility effects ... -
IMPACT OF WATER QUALITY AND ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE ON THE PATHOGENS OF FARMED FISH (Oreochromis niloticus) IN UASIN GISHU COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Aquaculture is increasingly recognized as a sustainable strategy for meeting the rising global demand for protein, particularly in developing countries such as Kenya where capture fisheries are under pressure. Despite ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
CHARACTERIZATION OF SELECTED KENYAN COWPEA CULTIVARS FOR TOLERANCE TO ACIDITY
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Acid soils are normally deficient in available phosphorus and have high levels of soluble aluminium. Crops vary in sensitivity to acidity and associated stresses. Kenyan varieties of cowpea have not been tested for ... -
Investigation of the morphological variation among taxa to determine species diversity within Cyperus dives complex in East Africa: a review
(Journal of Advanced Education and Sciences, 2025-04)The Cyperus dives complex, a group within the Cyperaceae family, exhibits substantial morphological diversity across East Africa, presenting a valuable opportunity for studying species diversity and ecological adaptation. ... -
PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION, ANTIBACTERIAL AND ALLELOPATHIC ACTIVITIES OF Achyranthes aspera AND Tagetes minuta LEAF EXTRACTS
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Antibiotic resistance remains a significant global health concern to date, putting at risk treatment options. As a result, treatments can be expensive and ineffective. It is therefore necessary to look for new options ... -
IMPACT OF PARASITOLOGICAL, CLINICAL AND RENAL-HEPATIC BIOMARKER RESPONSES IN CHILDREN BELOW FIVE-YEAR OLD COINFECTED WITH MALARIA AND HIV IN WESTERN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Malaria and HIV remain major causes of morbidity and mortality among children under five years in sub-Saharan Africa. Their co-infection presents a compounded health challenge, particularly in Western Kenya where Plasmodium ... -
CHARACTERIZATION OF CASSAVA (Manihot esculenta Crantz) GERMPLASM IN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a crucial income crop and staple food crop, providing substantial carbohydrates for millions globally and supporting small-scale farmers in Kenya. Due to incorrect characterization ... -
ANTIDIABETIC ACTIVITY OF LEAVES AND ROOT EXTRACTS OF KENYAN POPULATIONS OF DODONAEA VISCOSA ON STREPTOZOTOCIN (STZ) INDUCED DIABETIC RATS
(World Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Research, 2024-09)Diabetes is a metabolic disorder affecting more than 400 million people worldwide. There are three types of diabetes which includes type I diabetes mellitus (T1D), type II diabetes mellitus (T2D) and gestational diabetes. The ...
