School of Biological and Physical Sciences: Recent submissions
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On the design and functionality of a solar chimney, Solar pressure-staged wind tunnel electric power Generating plant and an integrating sphere Calorimeter. I . I \
(Maseno University, 2009)The design and application of solar chimney and solar pressure-staged wind tunnel electric power generating plants involve the understanding of parameters which affect their operations and utilization. The size and ... -
Local adaptations, comparative trophic ecology and phylogenetic analysis of the haplochromine Cichlids of lake Kanyaboli, a satellite lake of lake Victoria,Kenya
(Maseno University, 2005)The satellite lakes of Lake Victoria region have been noted as potential refugia of haplochromine cichlids that have gone extinct in Lake Victoria. These lakes include lakes Kanyaboli, Sare and Namboyo in Kenya, Nawampasa, ... -
Molecular Profiling and Phylogenetic Clustering of [Vigna Unquictdata (L.) Walp.] Gene Pools from the Gene Bank of Kenya and Ecotypes Based On Putative DNA Barcode Loci And intergenic Spacers
(Maseno University, 2017)Thenovelty of mtDNA gene loci, COl in DNA barcoding is undisputed. This is attributed to its standardized sequencing segment of the cytochrome c oxidase-l gene with the necessary universality and variability making it a ... -
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 ... -
Field and laboratory evaluation of newly-introduced Long-lasting insecticide treated nets (llins) for malaria Vector control
(Maseno University, 2010)Insecticide treated nets (ITNs) have been proven to substantially reduce morbidity and mortality due to malaria among children and pregnant women in Sub-Sahara Africa. However, the disadvantages with ITNs are that they ... -
Genetic basis of heat induced sex determination in Nile tilapia (oreochromis niloticus l.), and genetic variability of the species Local populations
(Maseno University, 2011)Oreochromis niloticus commonly known as Nile tilapia is the most cultured tilapine cichlid in the sub-Saharan Africa. Most of the culture practices are of mixed sexes with the inherent problem of overpopulation leading ... -
Effects of Intercropping Bambara Groundnut (Vigna subterranea (L) Verdic) and NERICA rice (Oryza sativa L.) on their Productivity and Soil Fertility
(Maseno University, 2010)Agricultural production in Kenya has stagnated since 1980s resulting in malnutrition in over 89% of Kenya's population. Food insecurity has been identified as the prime cause of malnutrition. Low agricultural productivity ... -
A comparative study of b-cell homeostasis and Epstein-barr virus reactivation in cidldren from Areas experiencing divergent plasmodium, Falciparumexposure and endemic burkitt's Lymphoma patients
(Maseno University, 2011)ABSTRACT 'Endemic Burkitt's lymphoma (BL) is a pediatric B-cell malignancy.associated with a lot of mortality. Although studies have implicated Plasmodium falciparum and Epstein Barr VIT,uS(EBV).infections iIlBL ... -
Chemical and Pharmacological Analysis of Caesalpinia Volkensii (H.), Senna Didymobotrya (F.) and Vitex Doniana (S.) from Kenya
(Maseno University, 2012)Despiteefforts to eradicate malaria, it remains a deadly disease with severe pathophysiological impacts, due to parasitic resistance to available drugs. The success of plant-based drugs motivated a study aimed at evaluating ... -
Screening Some Parameters of the C3 Species and C4 Species Influencing their Distribution along the Altitudinal Gradient in arid and Semi arid Ecosystems of Western Kenya
(Maseno University, 2005)Studiesof the parameters determining the mechanism of photosynthesis and theirimpacton the distribution of the plant species has been reported in literature \ in the Poaceae and Cyperaceae groups. Novel observations Oft ... -
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, ... -
Growth and development of nerica rained rice (Oryza Satiya)under water deficit conditions
(Maseno University, 2012)Food shortage is a major problem in sub Saharan Africa as population increases. Over 89% of Kenyans are food poor and are malnourished especially in rural areas. Water deficit is a major problem 'in rice grown under ... -
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 ... -
Genetic Basis of Heat Induced Sex Determination in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus L.), and Genetic Variability of the Species Local Populations
(Maseno University, 2011)Oreochromis niloticus commonly known as Nile tilapia is the most cultured tilapine cichlid in the sub-Saharan Africa. Most of the culture practices are of mixed sexes with the inherent problem of overpopulation leading ... -
A Comparative Study of B-Cell Homeostasis and Epstein-Barr Virus Reactivation in Cidldren from areas Experiencing Divergent Plasmodium, Falciparumexposure and Endemic Burkitt's Lymphoma Patients
(Maseno University, 2011)Endemic Burkitt's lymphoma (BL) is a pediatric B-cell malignancy.associated with a lot of mortality. Although studies have implicated Plasmodium falciparum and Epstein Barr VIT,uS(EBV).infections iIlBL pathogenesis.their ... -
Detection of Sweet Potato Viruses in Western Kenya, Development of a Multiplex PCR Technique for Detection of Major Viruses and Evaluation of Medicinal Plants for Antifungal and Antibacterial Activities against the Crop Pathogens
(Maseno University, 2011)Sweet potato is an important food crop worldwide since it is drought tolerant and acts as a famine relief crop. However, its production is limited by viral, fungal and bacterial infections. Lack of rapid and sensitive ... -
Role of Sickle-Cell Trait, Malaria and Epstein Barr Virus Coinfection On Ebna-L-Specific T-Cell Immunity in the Etiology Of Endemic Burkitt Lymphoma in Children Aged 4-9 Years From Western Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)Etiological mechanism underlying endemic Burkitt lymphoma (eBL), remain unknown despite the long-standing epidemiological link between Plasmodium Jalciparum and Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) co-infections. Although past studies ... -
Diversity, Antagonistic Potential of Endophytes, Phytochemicals and Antimicrobial Activity of Selected Agroforestry Trees Against Xanthomonas Campestris Pv. Musacearum and Cercospora Zeae-Maydis
(Maseno University, 2020)Maize and banana yields have continued to decline due to pests and diseases such as grey leaf spot (GLS) of maize and Xanthomonas wilt of bananas caused by Cercospora zeae-maydis and Xanthomonas campestris pv. musacearum ... -
Rheological properties of non-equilibrium thin polymer films via dewetting for advanced nanophotonic systems
(Maseno University, 2021)Advanced nano-devices require the tuning of the size and shape of nanostructures with nanometre-scale precision over a large area. These rigid requirements are beyond the reach of conventional lithographic techniques or ... -
Molecular Characterization of Differentially Expressed Genes During Glossina Morsitans Morsitans and Trypanosoma\Congolense Interactions
(Maseno University, 2018)African trypanosome, Trypanosoma congolense parasite transmitted by tsetse flies (Glossina spp) cause Animal African Trypanosomiasis in (AAT or Nagana) in animals. The parasite undergo cyclical ( development in the tsetse ...