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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