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Soil Microbial Biomass, Microbial Population and Diversity in MaizeBanana Based Agroforestry System in Kisii County, Kenya
(2023-08-04)Soil microbes are involved in many important ecosystem processes including nutrient acquisition, biogeochemical cycling and soil aggregation. Soil microbial diversity affects the soil belowground dynamics and fate of ... -
Factors influencing patients’ adherence to malaria Artemisinin-based combination therapy treatment in Kamuli District, Uganda
(Research Square, 2023-10-06)Patients’ adherence to prescribed Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (ACT) treatment is a key malaria control strategy. To accelerate and realize a malaria free country, malaria management measures remain a key public ... -
Determination of hematological response to iron and folic acid supplementation among the expectant mothers attending Kakamega County Referral Hospital, Kenya
(Medknow, 2023-11-09)Despite iron and folic acid supplementation program among expectant mothers while attending antenatal care clinic at Kakamega County, the rates of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality due to anemia complications are ... -
Variation in Branching Pattern and Length of Brachial Artery among Black African Population
(International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, 2023-06-06)As the main arterial supply of the upper limb, the normal documented branching pattern of brachial artery is by bifurcation of its terminal branches into radial and ulnar arteries, but due to variations in studies done, ... -
Differences in Demographic Characteristics in the Morphology of Brachial Plexus among Black African Population: A Cadaveric Study in Western Kenya.
(AJOL, 2023-07-07)The anterior principal rami of C5 to C8 and T1 are joined to form brachial plexus (Bp), a network of nerves that wraps around neck and axilla of the body. Trauma, radiation, neoplasms, infections, and autoimmune diseases ... -
Renal Biochemical Marker Changes in Restorative Activities of Curcuma longa on Sildenafil Induced Nephrotoxicity Among Male Albino Rats
(MJBAS, 2023-04-05)Nephrotoxicity is the rapid deterioration of kidney function due to altered histoarchitecture and drug clearance characterized by increased levels of renal biochemical markers. Sildenafil is among the drugs postulated to ... -
Finger print patterns distribution among diabetics and non-diabetics in western Uganda population
(AJOL, 2023-08-17)Dactyloscopy is a branch of dermatoglyphics (the study of epidermal ridges) which involves assessment and classification of fingerprint patterns for identification. All fingerprint patterns are laid down permanently from ... -
Restorative effects of Azadicarachta indica on the kidney histomorphometry in cisplatintreated Wister albino rats
(AJOL, 2023-08-17)Cisplatin is used for treatment of soft tissue tumors and has been associated with nephrotoxicity. Azadirachta indica is a local herb that has been associated with attenuation and counteracting the nephrotoxic effects of ... -
Renal gross morphological restorative effects of Curcuma longa on sildenafil induced nephrotoxicity among male albino rats.
(AJOL, 2023-08-17)Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor used in the management of erectile dysfunction and management of pulmonary hypertension. Curcuma longa is a traditional herbal plant that is commonly used as a diet in Africa and ... -
variations in the origin of the coronary artery in black African population: a cadaveric study in western Kenya
(AJOL, 2023-08-17)The coronary arteries which originate from the right and left aortic orifices are the main blood vessels to the myocardium. Variations are anomalies which could affect the overall perfusion of the myocardium causing ... -
Anatomical variations in morphology of right and left brachial plexus among black African population; a cadaveric study in western Kenya
(AJOL, 2023-08-17)Brachial plexus (Bp) is a network of bundles of nerves of spinal cord around neck and axilla in the body formed by union of anterior primary rami of C5 to C8, and T1. Technical expertise required for clinical and surgical ... -
Age estimation using orthopantomograms and Demirjian method among children attending dental clinics in western Kenya
(AJOL, 2023-10-09)Various methods have been used to estimate age in different populations among them being Demirjian which has widely been utilized. However, in Kenya, there is hardly any approved method that can be used to achieve this ... -
Thermal properties and pressure-dependent elastic constants of cadmium stannate as a substrate for MEMS: An ab initio study
(Elsevier, 2023-02-15)Silicon carbide (SiC) has become a suitable replacement to silicon as a substrate for manufacture of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) that operate in harsh environmental conditions, owing to its better mechanical ... -
Protective effect of Rosemarinus officinalis on gentamicin-induced acute kidney injury in adult male albino rats
(AJOL, 2023-10-09)Gentamicin (GN) drug is one of the first-line drugs for managing severe gramnegative bacteria. Its association with acute kidney injury (AKI) has restricted its use due to oxidation damage to kidney architectural structures. ... -
Vertebral changes in the lumbar spine of adults presenting with chronic low back pain at a Referral Hospital in western Kenya
(AJOL, 2023-10-09)Chronic low back pain is a common musculoskeletal symptom affecting the lower part of the spine. It is described as pain and discomfort around the lumbar region lasting for more than twelve weeks. The symptoms of chronic ... -
Determinants of cadaver acquisition at Human Anatomy Learning Institutions in Kenya
(AJOL, 2023-10-09)Human anatomy instruction in Kenya is based on dissection of cadavers during practical sessions. Institutions get these cadavers using procedures available to them. However, the processes used are not standardized, and ... -
Thermal properties and pressure-dependent elastic constants of cadmium stannate as a substrate for MEMS: An ab initio study
(Elsevier, 2023)Silicon carbide (SiC) has become a suitable replacement to silicon as a substrate for manufacture of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) that operate in harsh environmental conditions, owing to its better mechanical ... -
Ultrasonic propagation in fractal porous material having rigid frame
(X ECCOMAS Thematic Conference on Smart Structures and Materials, 2023-07-03)This paper discusses the impact of the fractal structure of porous materials on wave behavior. In addition to commonly used parameters such as porosity, tortuosity, viscous and thermal characteristic lengths, a fractal ... -
Acoustics of Compressed Earth Blocks Bound Using Sugarcane Bagasse Ash and Water Hyacinth Ash
(MDPI, 2023-07-15)Mechanical compaction is often used to densify building earth blocks by reducing the void between the particles. Compacted stabilised earth involves a binder, which holds the particles of the materials together. The ... -
Mechanical Properties of Al–Mg–Si Alloys (6xxx Series): A DFT-Based Study
(MDPI, 2023-09-13)Al–Mg–Si alloys are used in aircraft, train, and car manufacturing industries due to their advantages, which include non-corrosivity, low density, relatively low cost, high thermal and electrical conductivity, formability, ...