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Mutation patterns of resistance genes for macrolides, aminoglycosides, and rifampicin in nontuberculous mycobacteria isolates from Kenya
(F1000 Research Limited, 2022-08-19)Background: Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) treatment constitutes a macrolide-based antibiotic regimen in combination with aminoglycosides for Rapid-Growing mycobacteria (RGM), and rifampicin for Slow-Growing mycobacteria ... -
Draft Genome Sequence of Streptococcus agalactiae KALRO-LC1 Strain Isolated from a Mastitis-Infected Camel in Laikipia County, Kenya
(American Society for Microbiology, 2022-10-20)We report the draft genome sequence of Streptococcus agalactiae KALRO-LC1 strain obtained from a mastitis-infected camel in Laikipia County, Kenya. The 2,201,604-bp draft genome is assembled into 3 contigs with a GC content ... -
Production and Characterisation of Camel Milk Yoghurt Containing Different Types of Stabilising Agents
(Elsevier, 2022-11-24)As at 2020, Kenya was the best performing camel milk producer globally, with an annual production of 1.125 million tonnes. Despite the high production, about 50% of milk is wasted due to challenges affecting value addition ... -
Factors influencing uptake of newly introduced vaccines among infants in Laikipia North Subcounty
(Meru University, 2022)The epidemiology of vaccine preventable diseases has been modified by use and implementation of various vaccination programs in many countries. However, because of observed suboptimal vaccination rates debate has emerged ... -
Epidemiology and characterization of echinococcus in Samburu and Maasai Mara game park and surrounding environments in Kenya
(Meru University, 2022)Echinococcus granulosus parasite exists in two distinct life cycle patterns; domestic cycle involving domestic dogs and livestock; and sylvatic cycle that involves wild canids and wild herbivores. Humans become infected ... -
Analysis of intestinal schistosomiasis and soil transmitted helminthiasis in relation to household access to water, sanitation and hygiene in Mwea, Kirinyaga county, Kenya
(Meru University, 2022)Intestinal schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis are major global public health problems. Preventive chemotherapy is the main control strategy, however in settings with poor access to water, sanitation and ... -
A numerical investigation of the simple, simpler and simplec algorithms for flow driven by buoyancy in a differentially heated cavity
(Meru University, 2022)Numerical analysis of fluid flow is anchored on the laws of conservation. A challenge in solving the momentum equation arises due to the unavailability of an explicit pressure equation. To circumvent this problem most ... -
Factors influencing delivery of post abortion care services in Meru County, Kenya
(Meru University, 2022)Globally, an estimated 8.5 million women experience abortion-related complications, resulting in 47,000 maternal deaths annually. Most complications occur in developing countries with the most severe morbidity and mortality ... -
A deterministic analysis of the effectiveness of non-clinical approaches in the control of transmission of schistosomiasis case study of Mwea irrigation scheme Kenya
(Meru University, 2022)Schistosomiasis commonly known as bilharzia is regarded by WHO as a neglected tropical disease. It affects the intestines and the urinary system preferentially, but can harm other systems in the body. The disease is a ... -
Evaluation of effectiveness of home based care programme services for children aged 1-14 years with selected chronic and terminal illness in Meru county, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2022)Worldwide, 57 million people died in 2008 from chronic illness, estimated 40 million persons were in need of HBCP services, 33 million (58%) of deaths were due to chronic diseases and 6.6 million infants deaths adding to ... -
Diagnostic capacity for tuberculosis in various laboratories within Meru county.
(Meru University, 2022)Tuberculosis (TB) has re-emerged as a major cause of ill health worldwide. An estimated 3.3 million cases and 510000 TB deaths occurred among women, as well as an estimated 550000 cases and 80000 deaths among children in ... -
Firm characteristics and credit accessibility of micro and small enterprises in Meru town-Kenya
(Meru University, 2022)Micro and small enterprises have been known to be drivers of social economic department. Despite the effort of the government in formulating and implementing policies intended to enhance entrepreneurship, several challenges ... -
Factors contributing to tuberculosis treatment interruption in Imenti south sub county, Meru county
(Meru University, 2022)Tuberculosis (TB), which is a highly infectious air-bone disease is a major health problem in the world. TB treatment interruption refers to missing of appointments therefore a patient will miss taking drugs. This increases ... -
Evaluation of adherence to continuing professional development guidelines of nursing council of Kenya in Meru County
(Meru University, 2022)Continuing professional development (CPD) is education offered by professional organizations and bodies with an aim of up-dating the knowledge, skills and expertise of practicing members of the concerned professions, with ... -
Numerical analysis of a confined convection-diffusion turbulent flow using finite volume discretization technique coupled with three linear interpolation schemes
(Meru University, 2022)In fluid dynamics, flow behavior is analyzed using experimental, analytical or numerical methods. Though experiments give physically realistic results, they are expensive in terms of time and cost, and are less flexible. ... -
Modelling corruption using modified lotka-volterra equations and its analysis: A perspective of interactions between academic staff and students
(Meru University, 2022)Corruption is a social vice that has also penetrated the institutions of higher learning just like other sectors of the economy. Corruption distorts the institutional fabrics and undermines the institutional management and ... -
Production and characterization of camel milk yoghurt containing corn starch, modified starch and calcium chloride
(Meru University, 2022)As at 2020, Kenya was ranked as the best camel milk producer in the world, with an annual production of 1.125 million tonnes. Somalia and Mali are the second and third best camel milk-producing countries with an annual ... -
Evaluation of succession planning implementation in Kenya a survey of civil registration departments in Eastern Region
(Meru University, 2022)Succession planning is the organization's behavior that ensures the organization is constantly provided with efficient management. Succession difficulties are often related to relationship problems, such as top management ... -
Level of Awareness on Disaster Risk Preparedness in Informal Settlements of Nyeri Town, Nyeri County, Kenya.
(International Journal of Health Sciences, 2022)Purpose: The main objective of this study was to assess level of awareness on disaster risk preparedness in informal settlements of Nyeri town, Nyeri County, Kenya. To achieve this, the study was guided by two specific ... -
Growth, yield and quality of selected sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas [L.] lam.), lines under varying soil moisture conditions
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2022-09-26)Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas [L.] has increasing potential as a food security crop in Kenya. However, its production is relatively low compared to its potential production attributed to drought conditions alongside use ...