Botany

Evaluating the surface functional groups on banana leaf petioles and the resultant biochar for potential adsorbance

Abstract The presence of surface functional groups is key to the performance of a

Phenotypic Diversity of Doum Palm (Hyphaene compressa), a Semi-Domesticated Palm in the Arid and Semi-Arid Regions of Kenya

Abstract Hyphaene compressa is an economically important palm in Africa. Despite

Climbing Up the Hills: Expansion of Agriculture around the Ruma National Park, Kenya

Abstract/Overview A major factor driving changes in land use and land cover (LULC

Assessment of Four Commercial Watermelon Cultivars and one Local Landrace for Their Response to Naturally Occurring Diseases Pests and Non-Pathogenic Disorders in Sub-Humid Tropical Condition

Abstract Four commercial watermelon cultivars available in Kenya and one local la

Molecular Diversity of a Seemingly Altitude Restricted Ustilago kamerunensis Isolates in Kenya: A Pathogen of Napier Grass

Abstract The Central region of Kenya which is the second largest market oriented

Yeast Extract Peptone Based Co-cultivation Media Promotes Transient GUS Expression in Tropical Maize Genotypes

Abstract Background and Objective: Tropical maize is the most cultivated crop in

Characterization, Enzymatic Activity, and Secondary Metabolites of Fungal Isolates from Lake Sonachi in Kenya

Abstract The soda lakes of Kenya provide an extreme environment where diverse gro

Is leaf pubescence of Cape Proteaceae a xeromorphic or radiation-protective trait?

Abstract Although pubescence has traditionally been considered to be related to t

Molecular detection of uncultured cyanobacteria and aminotransferase domains for cyanotoxin production in sediments of different Kenyan lakes

Abstract PCR-based denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis (DGGE) analysis of 16S

Contribution of hot spring cyanobacteria to the mysterious deaths of Lesser Flamingos at Lake Bogoria, Kenya

Abstract Cyanobacterial mats at hot springs on the shore of the alkaline Lake Bog

Mass developments of the cyanobacteria Anabaenopsis and Cyanospira (Nostocales) in the soda lakes of Kenya: ecological and systematic implications

Abstract The food web of the saline–alkaline lakes of East Africa is characterise

Morphological characterization of Kenyan native wood ear mushroom [Auricularia auricula (L. ex Hook.) Underw.] and the effect of supplemented millet and sorghum grains in spawn production

Abstract Utilization of mushrooms collected from the wild requires adequate descr

Morphological Characterization of Some Wild and Cultivated Watermelon (Citrullus Sp.) Accessions in Kenya

Abstract Genetic diversity and relatedness were assessed among three most common

Isolation and characterization of actinobacteria from Lake Magadi, Kenya

Abstract Actinobacteria are ubiquitous and have been detected in terrestrial and

Metal status of Nairobi riverwaters and their bioaccumulation in Labeo cylindricus

Abstract This study focused on the analysis of metals in water and fish from Nair

Antimicrobial activity of Warbugia ugandensis against gramnegative multi‐drug resistant bacteria

Abstract The rise in antibiotic resistance has resulted in decreasing numbers of

The Physico-chemical Conditions of Turkwel Gorge Reservoir, a New Man Made Lake in Northern Kenya

Abstract Variations in some physical, chemical, and nutrient conditions were inve

Isolation and characterization of bacillus species from soil in Ngere tea catchment area of Murang’a county, Kenya

Abstract Bacteria are a very diverse group of organisms in soil, and major taxono

Isolation and characterization of bacteria isolates from soil feeding termites and soil from Juja and Kakamega forest in Kenya

Abstract In the last several years information on the gut ecosystem of termites h

Genetic Transformation of Sweet Potato for Improved Tolerance to Stress: A Review

Abstract The sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas Lam) is a major staple food in many pa

Molecular Phylogeny of Selected Kenyan Eucalyptus Species Inferred from MatK, rbcL and TrnL-F Genes and Their Suitability for Power Transmission Poles

Abstract Genus Eucalyptus belongs to the family Myrtaceae and consists of more th

Understanding current and potential distribution of Australian acacia species in southern Africa

Abstract: This dissertation presents research on the value of using different sou

Avian nectarivory and pollination in Aloe marlothii Berger : interactions between bird communities and a winter-flowering succulent

Abstract: Aloe marlothii is a winter-flowering succulent that is widespread in th

Characteristics and affinities of the fynbos vegetation on Mariepskop, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Abstract: Prior to this in-depth phytosociological classification and biogeograph

PROTOCOL OPTIMIZATION FOR IN VITRO PROPAGATION OF THREE SELECTED ENSET (Ensete ventricosum (Welw.) Cheesman) VARIETIES; YANBULE, MESENA AND ENDALE THROUGH SHOOT TIP CULTURE

Abstract: Enset (Ensete ventricosum (Welw.) Chessman) has socio-cultural, ethno-m

GREEN SYNTHESIS OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES USING VERBENA OFFICINALIS L. ROOT EXTRACTS AND THEIR ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY AGAINST ESCHERCHIA COLI AND STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS

Abstract: Green nanoparticle synthesis techniques for various biological activiti

THE ROLE OF NEEM (Azadirachta indica) SEED AND GARLIC (Allium sativum) BULB POWDERS AS BIO-PESTICIDES AGAINST ADULT MAIZE WEEVIL (Sitophilus zeamais Motsch.) IN STORED MAIZE

Abstract: Post-harvest losses are one of the major causes of food insecurity in t

ARBUSCULAR MYCORRHIZAL FUNGI ABUNDANCE AND DIVERSITY ACROSS DIFFERENT LAND-USE TYPES IN JABI TEHNAN WOREDA WESTERN GOJAM, ETHIOPIA

Abstract: Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) are ubiquitous soil organisms. They

MICROPROPAGATION OF ENDOD (Phytolacca dodecandra) L ′Herit THROUGH LEAF CULTURE

Abstract: Endod (Phytolacca dodecandra L’Heit var. E-44 and E-17) is medicinal pl

PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING FROM LEAVES OF DATURA STRAMONIUM L. AND JUSTICIA SCHIMPERIANA AND EVALUATION OF THEIR ANTIMICROBIAL PROPERTIES AGAINST SELECTED HUMAN ENTERIC BACTERIA

Abstract: The growing phenomenon of antibiotic resistance, particularly to pathog