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Optimization of growth conditions of Bacillus thuringiensis isolates from various sources in Kenya and toxicity assays of their delta-endotoxin against Chilo partellus

Abstract: Chemical pesticides have disadvantages such as high production costs, short persistence, comparative low effica

Biodiesel Production From Candlenut And Calodendrum Capense Seeds: Process Design And Technological Assessment

Abstract: This project was based on biodiesel production from candlenut and calodendrum capense seeds using conventional

Economic assessment of losses due to fruit fly infestation in mango and the willingness to pay for an integrated pest management package in Embu district, Kenya

Abstract: Mango production is a major form of income generation for Kenyan large and small-scale farmers. However, it is

Socio-economic importance of Liriomyza leaf miners of vegetable crops in Tanzania: a study of farmers’ knowledge, attitudes and Practices in Arumeru and Moshi-Rural Districts

Abstract: This study assessed the socio - economic importance of Liriomyza Leafminers (LMF) of vegetable crops in Norther

Molecular characterization and genetic diversity of tomato root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) from selected localities of Kenya

Abstract: Distinguishing pathogenic nematodes on the basis of morphological characters is difficult because differences i

Analysis of Metabolite Compounds in Ruminants and their Contribution to Greenhouse Gas Emission

Abstract: Ruminants such as cattle, goats, sheep, and camels host highly diverse microbial communities in their rumens th

Prevalence and Genetic Diversity of Simian Immunodeficiency Virus Infecting free-ranging non-human Primates in Kenyan Urban Centres (#64049)

Abstract: My foremost profound gratitude goes to God Almighty who has granted me good health,strength and ability to acco

Comparison of the Patterns of Spread of Human Metapneumovirus (hmpv) and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (rsv) in Africa using virus sequence data

Abstract: Background: Human metapneumovirus(HMPV) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are the leading causes of viral s

Evaluation of the Quality changes of Common Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) varieties during storage in Hermetic Polyethylene Bags

Abstract: Common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) are extensively cultivated in sub-Saharan Africa as a cheap source of prot

Evaluation of Consumer Willingness to Pay for Chicken Eggs Produced from Commercial Black Soldier Fly (Hermatia Illucens) Larvae Based Feed in Kiambu County Kenya

Abstract: Poultry production is gaining a wider importance in Kiambu County as a source of food and income generation. Th

Blood Meal Analysis and Arbovirus Detection in A Sylvatic Aedes Chaussieri at Oloolua Forest, Kenya

Abstract: Arboviral pathogens are a growing public health problem especially in Africa. Bridge vectors facilitate virus t

Assesment of the Nutritional Value, Microbial Quality and Sensory Acceptance of Cookies Enriched With Edible Longhorn Grasshoper (ruspolia differens serville) Flours from Different Processing

Abstract: Long-horned grasshopper (Ruspolia differens), an edible insect native to sub-Saharan Africa, is considered a de

Dengue serotype-2 and sindbis-like Viruses Circulating in Zoophilic Mosquitoes at Human-wildlife Interfaces in Kenya.

Abstract: Zoophilic mosquitoes play an important role in the transmission of arboviruses of medical importance at human-w

Application of Environmental DNA (eDNA) in the Detection and Quantification of Anopheles Mosquito Larvae in Artificial Aquatic Habitats

Abstract: Background Environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis is an emerging tool in ecological monitoring of aquatic habitats.

Transgenic Expression of the Tsetse fly Glossina Fuscipes Fuscipes Olfactory Receptor, or67d, in Drosophila Melanogaster

Abstract: Tsetse flies are the sole vectors of Human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) and Animal African trypa

Identification of Semiochemical Mediating Root -Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne incognita) - PEPPER (Capsicum annum) INTERACTIONS

Abstract: Root-knot nematodes (RKNs) are economically important polyphagous group of highly adapted obligate plant parasi

Perfomance of Exotic Chicken fed insect-based diets effect on laying Capacity, Egg Characteristics and Economic Returns

Abstract: Increasing demand for soybean meal and fishmeal for use in formulating animal feeds has led to increased prices

Prevalence and transmission of selected infectious disease-causing enzootic and zoonotic pathogens by haematophagous camel keds, Hippobosca camelina, in Laisamis, Marsabit county of northern

Abstract: Hippobosca camelina, also known as camel keds or camel louse flies, are the most common blood-sucking ectoparas

Impact Assessment of Integrated Pest Management Strategy for control of Mango Fruit fly on Women decision making among Smallholder Mango producers in Machakos County, Kenya

Abstract: Improved technology increases agricultural productivity which translates to increased income from the farm. Thi

A comparative study on Genetic Profiles and Repellent effects of murraya koenigii from four Regions in Kenya on anopheles gambiae s.s.

Abstract: Ethnobotanical analyses highlight therapeutic and chemotypic variations of geographically and ecologically dive

Phosphorus Availability and Carrot Growth as Influenced by Phosphate Rock Management under Acid Soils in Murang’a and Tharaka Nithi Counties

Abstract: Soils from Central Highlands of Kenya are characterized by low phosphorus (P) availability with crops exhibitin

Evaluation of Modified Collection drums and light emitting Diode Bulbs for Trapping the Edible Long-hornedgrasshopper, Ruspolia differens (serville) in Uganda

Abstract: The long-horned grasshopper (Ruspolia differens) is a delicacy in Uganda and many African countries. It is trad

Microbial contaminants in wild Harvested and trade Dedible long-horned Grasshopper, Ruspolia differens (orthoptera: tettigoniidae) Inuganda

Abstract: Edible insects are now globally recognisedas alternative sources of food and feed. Currently, over 470 spp of i

Comparing Mitochondrial Gene Sequences of Aedes Aegypti in East Africa to the Global Anthropophilic Strain

Abstract: Advances in genotyping methods have shed more light into mosquito genetics and improved our understanding of ve

Strategies for Strategies for Handling Deviant Behaviours among Elementary School Pupils as Perceived by Teachers in Ilorin metropolis

In recent years, instances of deviant pupils’ behaviour have become more serious. Thisphenomenon appears to be negatively

Nanotechnology in Electronics

Nano electronics are part of the nanotechnology domain, which deals with the characterization, manipulation and fabrica

The Associations Between Stressful Life Events and Depression among Students in a University in Botswana

Depression is common among university students and often impacts their career development and health. Stressful life even

The Effect of Credit Risk Management and the Performance of Banks (A Case Study of Zenith Bank Kabuga Branch)

ABSTRACT Credit risk management is an essential function of banks and bank management strive to satisfy the legitimate cr

Advancing the use of “Continuous zero-based reassessment of assumptions, hypotheses and methods”: A vital tool and technique in the interests of better science

The approach conceptualized, described and advocated in this paper may appear to be highly conventional and non-radical a

Enhancing Personalization and Sales Conversion in E-Commerce: The Role of AI in the App Shop Experience

A shopping application that can be easily designed and built using the Flutter framework. “Shop AI” offers customers a go