Browsing Doctoral Theses by Title
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Stochastic Modeling of Bamboo Population Growth and Optimal Harvesting
(Maseno University, 2019)Population growth and harvest modeling is an active area of current research. There has been an effort to move from deterministic Ordinary Differential Equations (ODE) to Stochastic Differential Equations (SDE) modeling. ... -
Structure and performance of fish Markets in the Lake Victoria region, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2002)This study investigates the structure and performance of fish markets in Kenya's Lake Victoria region. The primary data used to analyse the market structure is based on a multistage survey of 465 respondents in Busia, ... -
Student Participation in Governance at the University Of Alberta
(University of Alberta, 1995)This study investigated the scope, process, and effect of student participation in governance at the University of Alberta, including student government, and identified and analyzed related issues, various influential ... -
Study of dissipation and degradation of malathion and dimethoate from the soil and the pea plant (Pisum sativum) using a radioisotope tracer technique
(Maseno University, 1999)The dissipation and degradation of 14C-malathion {S-l, 2- bis (ethoxy carbonyl) ethyl 0, 0- dimethyl phosphorodithioate} and T'Csdimethoate {O, O-dimethyl S-methyl carbamoyl methyl phosphorodithioate} from the soil and ... -
Study of non-normal operators in a complex Hilbert Space
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A Study of Selected Determinants of Achievement in English Functional Writing Skills among Secondary School Students in West Pokot County, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2016)Functionalwriting is a pragmatic use of language for social and personal expression. It is a universal communication tool that determines achievement of students' lifelong goals. Teacher factors, resources, attitudes and ... -
Susceptibility and behavioural responses of the Genus anopheles (diptera: culicidae). To bednets . Impregnated with a synergized pyrethrum Insecticide, forlviulation and potential for Malaria control
(Maseno University, 2012)The use of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) has become a key cost-effective intervention in malaria control. However, there is need to develop new insecticide formulations to sustain the technology and manage the threat ... -
Susceptibility and BehaVioural Responses of the Genus Anopheles (Diptera: Culicidae).To bednets . Impregnated With a Synergized Pyrethrum Insecticide ,Formulation and Potential for Malaria Control
(Maseno University, 2012)The use of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) has become a key cost-effective intervention in malaria control. However, there is need to develop new insecticide formulations to sustain the technology and manage the threat ... -
Sustainable Delivery of Privatized Water Services by KIWASCO to the Poor in the Municipality of Kisumu- Kenya
(Maseno University, 2009)Access to safe water supply has been one of the top priorities in developing countries over the past three to four decades and billions of dollars have been invested in pursuit of the goal of "universal service" and yet ... -
Synthesis and characterization of fish scales (Oreochromis niloticus) derived biochar and magnetic composites and their application in removal of anionic indigo carmine and cationic crystal violet dyes from synthetic and industrial wastewater
(Maseno University, 2022)The global and regional increase in demand for textile products have led to increased quantities of dye wastewater in the environment, which is a potential source of carcinogenic compounds. This situation not only hampers ... -
Teachers’ perception of challenging behaviour among learners with Autism and its influence on choice of management strategies in primary schools in Western Kenya
(Maseno University, 2016)Teachers working with learners with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) often feel ill prepared to manage challenging behaviours presented by them. Quite often, when they are faced with cases of challenging behaviour, they ... -
Uchanganuzi wa Matini Zilizoteuliwa za Ugaidi katika Gazeti la Taifa Leo la Kenya kati ya Oktoba 2010 -Novemba 2011
(Maseno University, 2014)The media in Kenya and other parts of the world have been instrumental in giving the public information on terrorism. Language used by the media in reporting terrorism is important in presenting information on incidents ... -
Uchanganuzi wa kileksikografia wa hiponimia za leksimu nomino na vitenzi vya kiswahili na tafsiri zake katika kiluo
(Maseno University, 2018)Ingawa hiponimia hudhihirika miongoni mwa kategoria mbalimbali za maneno, tafiti za Kiswahili zimeelekea kushughulikia hiponimia za nomino na kupuuza kategoria nyingine kama vile vitenzi, vielezi na vivumishi. Tafiti hizi ... -
Uchanganuzi wa usemi wa kisiasa kuhusu nchi ya kenya katika blogu teule zilizoandikwa katika Kiswahili
(Maseno University, 2015)Maendeleo ya kiteknolojia kimtandao yanazidi kubadilisha namna masuala ya kisiasa yanavyowasilishwa. Majilio ya kuandika habari na kutolea maoni katika blogu yameshuhudia kuongezeka kwa watu wanaozuru blogu na kuchangia ... -
Unit groups of certain classes of commutative finite rings
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The University of Alberta the Goals of Universities in Papua New Guinea
(University of Alberta, 1990)The primary purpose of this study was to identify and compare goal perceptions of writers, administrators and academics in two universities in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Three methods -- a survey based on the Institutional ... -
Unsteady MHD heat and mass transfer over an infinite Porous flat plate with convective surface boundary Conditions
(Maseno University, 2018)Unsteady MHD heat and mass transfer over an infinite flat plate with convective surface boundary condition problems have received little attention yet they are of great importance in many scientific and engineering fields. ... -
Utility-Based Agent for Vehicle Driver Behaviour Modelling
(Maseno University, 2020)Knowledge on driver behaviour is a major factor that can possibly aid in future strategies for minimising if not fully controlling road fatalities. The behaviour of human vehicle drivers is the main cause of road accidents ... -
Validation of A Cytometric Multiplex Assay and Examination Of Antibody Responses to Plasmodium Falciparum Antigens in the Highlands of Western Kenya During a Period of Low Malaria Transmission
(Maseno University, 2013)Malaria is one of the world's most deadly diseases. Even though it is highly preventable and treatable, it is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the tropics. As the campaign for malaria eradication widens, ... -
Validation of Gene Xpert and Lam Using Urine From Hiv Patients With Clinical Signs for Diagnosis of Tuberculosis Attending the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital Eldoret Kenyan
(Maseno University, 2016)Tuberculosis (TB) and HIV co-infections have a global prevalence with high morbidity and mortality and Africa is the worst hit. The HIV and AIDS has profound impact on the TB epidemic in Kenya, where up to 60% of TB patients ...