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Biological control of soil-dwelling insect pests in cocoa agroforests using CO2-emitting capsules coformulated with entomopathogenic fungi

Abstract: Termites have recently gained importance as major pests in cocoa agroforests (AF) because of a loss in overall

Effects of variation in plant quality on densities and sizes of herbivores, primary and secondary parasitoids

Abstract: To investigate the effects of variation in host quality on densities and sizes of three levels of consumers, a

Status and Management of Rice Blast Disease caused by Pyricularia Oryzae cav. in upland rice in selected Regions in Tanzania

Abstract: This study aimed to enhance effective rice blast disease management by the establishment of the current status

Board Resolution Sample [Nigeria]

Board Resolution, sometimes called corporate resolution or directors' resolution is a formal document that outlines the d

CONCENTRATION OF NUTRIENTS PRESENT IN FRESH AND ROASTED BUSH MEAT (GRASS CUTTER) (Thryonomys swinderianus) Victor-Osanyinlusi Remi1

Bush meat (Grass cutter) is one of the best natural meats with lots of nutritional advantages. The increase in consumptio

CONCENTRATION OF NUTRIENTS PRESENT IN FRESH AND ROASTED BUSH MEAT (GRASS CUTTER) (THRYONOMYS SWIDERIANUS)

Bush meat (Grass cutter) is one of the best natural meats with lots of nutritional advantages. The increase in consumptio

Development and Validation of the Difficult Person Scale (DDPS-35)_ A Psychometric Assessment of Difficult Personality Traits Among College Students

This study presents the development and validation of the Difficult Person Scale (DDPS-35), a 35-item questionnaire desig

Effect of organic and inorganic fertilizers on the growth and yield of cucumber (Cucumis sativa L.) in South-South Nigeria

The experiment was conducted at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching and Research farm, Port Harcourt, Rivers State,

Feminism & colonialism

Colonialism is just another paradigm shift that changed the course of gender relations in many colonialised states within

Orchestrating “Irreducible simplicity” in science and science communication: Positioning “irreducible simplicity” as a vital guiding principle for effective and bona fide science

This paper, which is perhaps our umpteenth and umptieth on scientific method and scientific methodology, proposes, discus

Variation of Silicon in Soils and Maize Plants along Altitudinal Gradients and its Relationship with Distribution of Lepidoptera Stem Borers

Abstract: Maize is the main staple crop of most communities of the East African mountains but the yield is affected by bo

Mapping Exposure of Cattle to Rift Valley Fever Virus Along their Migratory Routes

Abstract: Aedes mosquito is the primary vector for Rift Valley fever virus which affects humans and animals. Virus transm

The effects of fertilizers and mulberry (morus alba l. ) variety on cocoon and silk quality in Kenya

Abstract: The study was carried out in two sites already with existing mulberry trees comprising three varieties, Kanva ,

Molecular Phylogenetics and Phylogeography of sand lizards, Pedioplanis (Sauria: Lacertidae) in southern Africa

Abstract: The present study aims to determine the phylogenetic relationships among the sand lizards, Pedioplanis. In addi

Occurrence of Rift Valley Fever and Associated Risk Factors in Cattle in Ijara District, Kenya

Abstract: Ijara district in Kenya was one of the hotspots of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) during the 2006/2007 outbreak which

Studies on the Bio-Ecology and Taxonomy of Glossina with Particular Reference to Glossina Fuscipes Fuscipes (Newstead)

Abstract: This thesis reports studies on three aspects of Glossina biology:- a) Studies on the peridomestic behaviour of

"Diurnal and Seasonal Activity of Unfed Adults of Rhipicephalus Appendiculatus, Neumann 1901 in Relation to some Factors in the Micro-Environment"

Abstract: A study was conducted on the activity response of unfed adults of Rhipicephalus appendiculatus to some o the en

Adsorption of Heavy Metals from Aqueous Solutions Using Mangroves from Kenyan Coast

Abstract: In this study, adsorption of heavy metals (copper, lead, zinc and cadmium) from aqueous solutions was investiga

Effect of Pesticides on the Tobacco Spider mite Tetranychus evansi baker & pritchard on Tomatoes in Kenya.

Abstract: The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of the pesticides commonly used by farmers in controll

Repellency Efficacy of Essential Oils of Selected Plants Growing in Western Kenya and their Eag-active Constituent Blends against Anopheles Gambiae (#64249)

Abstract: Control of disease vectors by use of synthetic chemical pesticides has been associated with a series of problem

Chemical Composition of Ocimum Kilimandscharicum and Ocimum Americanum and their Bioactivities against Sitophilus Zeamais (#64248)

Abstract: The maize weevil, Sitophilus zeamais (Motchulsky), the lesser grain borer, Rhyzopertha dominica (Fabricius), an

Effect of Herbivore-induced Plant Volatiles of Brachiaria Brizantha on Neighbouring Maize for Chilo Partellus Management in Suba District, Homa-bay County, Kenya

Abstract: The Lepidopteran stemborer Chilo partellus is a key constraint to cereal production in most resource-poor farmi

Identification and characterization of Variant Surface Glycoprotein (VSG) Genes with diagnostic potential for Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense (#64246)

Abstract: Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT) is present in 36 sub-Saharan African countries. The disease is easier to tr

Heavy Metals in Sugarcane Juice and Soils: a Comparative Study of Part of Nairobi River Basin and Nyahururu Farms

Abstract: The contamination of food is increasingly becoming a concern in developing countries due to the mounting amount

Chemical Ecology of the Coffee Berry Borer, Hypothenemus Hampei Ferrari (Coleoptera: Scolytidae): The Role of Two Spiroacetals in the Insect-Host Communication System

Abstract: The Coffee Berry Borer, Hypothenemus hampei Ferrari is the most important pest of coffee worldwide. The predomi

Evolution and Diagnostic Potential of Major Surface Proteases from Trypanosoma Vivax, T.Brucei Brucei and T.Congolense

Abstract: Tsetse-transmitted trypanosomiasis is a disease unique to Africa, affecting both humans and animals. This disea

The Prevalence of Trypanosoma Congolense Savannah in Shimba Hills, Kenya and Development of a Genotyping Protocol

Abstract: Eleven species/subspecies belonging to the genus Trypanosoma, cause African Animal Trypanosomiasis (AAT) with T

Health Seeking Behaviour in Malaria Treatment by the Fishing Community of Rusinga Island, Western Kenya

Abstract: Literature on health and diseases indicate that people perceive diseases variously. People develop their own vi

Assessment of damage and yield losses on maize by the lepidopterans Chilo partellus (Crambidae), Busseolafusca (Noctuidae) and Sesamia calamistis (Noctuidae)

Abstract: Lepidopteran stem borers are among field insect pests responsible for the low maize production in sub-Saharan A

Evaluation of 2-Butanone as a Substitute for Carbon Dioxide in Malaria Mosquito Attractants

Abstract: Odor-baited traps (OBTs) are increasingly being considered for use in sampling, surveillance and control of mal