Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Molecular identification and characterization of natural fruit pulp in reconstituted juices in Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Fruits and fruit-based products comprise abundant bioactive compounds valuable to human health and may reduce the risk of disease by beneficially targeting body functions. Consequently, these fruits are used in varying ... -
Formulation of a set of even numbers and generation of pairs of odd numbers for application in proving strong Goldbach's conjecture
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Evaluation of physico-chemical properties of expansive soils stabilized by limestone calcined clay cement
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Expansive soil covers a big portion of the world's land area. It is one of the main contributors to cracks in structures such as buildings, roads, and pavements among others. Soil stabilization is aimed at reducing plasticity, ... -
Use of Mann Kendall and seasonal Kendall methods to study annual and monthly rainfall trends in Narok and Kisii counties
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2018)Rainfall is the main source of water which is an important basic requirement for a living. It is therefore important to have proper planning and water resources management in any county. In this study, the purpose was to ... -
Unstedy MHD flow and heat transfer of two immiscible fluids between two parallel porous plates in an inclined magnetic field
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2014-08)The unsteady (MHD) flow of two immiscible fluids in a horizontal channel bounded by two parallel porous plates in the presence inclined magnetic field has been investigated. The flow is driven by the movement of the upper ... -
Evaluation of Kenyan Clay and Kunkur Fines for Utilization in Production of Limestone Calcined Clay Cement
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Concrete is the most utilized construction material globally. 10-15% of the components in concrete are cement. This means that a lot of cement is needed in concrete construction. In Kenya, Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) ... -
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 ...