Browsing School of Pure and Applied Sciences by Title
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Effect of Dolomite on Strength, Rheology and Microstructure of Ternary Blended Cement
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)Supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) have long been used in cement production to partially replace clinker, reducing CO₂ emissions and production costs while enhancing sustainability. Materials such as fly ash, ... -
Error Detection and Correction in the Container Number Code
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2024)The global reliance on containers for transporting goods such as heavy machinery, cars, medical supplies, and spare parts underscores the importance of accurate and reliable container identification. The current system ... -
Estimation of Population Explosion Time in Meru township by Analysing the Determinants Water Consumptions using time Series Mode
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2015)Meru Town is the headquarters of Meru County and its population has been increasing over the years at an average annual rate of 2.36% per annum.As the population increases, the demand for water increases which in turn ... -
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) ... -
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, ... -
Evaluation of Physicochemical, Antibacterial, Sensory Properties and Shelf Life of a Bath Soap Containing Camel Milk Cream
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)The growing interest in therapeutic and natural personal care products has fuelled the study for alternative to synthetic ingredients. Camel milk being rich in proteins, vitamins, and antimicrobial properties, is a promising ... -
Exploring the Properties of Perfect Numbers and Partitions of Odd Numbers to Show the Nonexistence of Odd Perfect Numbers
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2024)This study delves into the realms of number theory, specifically investigating perfect numbers and partitions of odd numbers. Perfect numbers, which are integers equal to the sum of their proper divisors, excluding ... -
Fluid Flow Over a Moving Flat Surface With Temperature Dependent Viscosity
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2018)Fluid flow over a moving semi-infinite flat surface with temperature dependent viscosity has been investigated in this study. A steady two-dimensional laminar boundary layer flow of incompressible, Newtonian fluid past a ... -
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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Impacts of Sand Dams on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services: Case Study of Kikuu Sand River, Makueni County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)This study investigates the environmental impacts of sand dams on biodiversity and ecosystem services along the Kikuu River in Makueni County, Kenya, an arid and semi arid region where water scarcity and food insecurity ... -
Impacts of Sand Dams on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services: Case Study of Kikuus and River, Makueni County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)This study investigates the environmental impacts of sand dams on biodiversity and ecosystem services along the Kikuu River in Makueni County, Kenya, an arid and semi arid region where water scarcity and food insecurity ... -
Laminar natural convection an enclosure with varying aspect ratio
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2018)A buoyant driven flow of air an infinitely long enclosure with a uniformly heated wall was numerically investigated. A 2-dimensional, laminar, steady and in compressible flow was considered and the effect of varying the ... -
Light-Dependent Chloroplast Movement in Wild Strawberry (Fragaria Vesca)
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2024)Chloroplast photorelocation is a vital organellar response that optimizes photosynthesis in plants amid fluctuating environmental conditions. Chloroplasts exhibit an accumulation response, in which they move toward weak ... -
Mathematical Modelling of the Impacts of screening and Non-Clinical Strategies in Combating Covid 19 Transmission in Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)COVID-19 is a serious problem in Kenya. It has put an unprecedented burden on the worldwide economy and public health. The rapid spread of COVID-19 has been driven predominantly by aerosol transmissions. We modeled the ... -
Meerkat-Based Multi-Wavelength Study of Supernova Remnant SN386 (G7.7-3.7)
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)Supernova remnant SN386(G7.7-3.7) presented captivating attention for multi-wavelength observation. In this study, we investigated the structural characteristics of G7.7-3.7 with higher resolution MeerKAT observation at ... -
Meerkat-Based Multi-Wavelength Study of Supernova Remnant SN386 (G7.7-3.7)
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)Supernova remnant SN386(G7.7-3.7) presented captivating attention for multi-wavelength observation. In this study, we investigated the structural characteristics of G7.7-3.7 with higher resolution MeerKAT observation at ... -
Modeling Fluid Flow in Open Channel With Horsehoe Cross-Section
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2016)This study considers unsteady non-uniform open channel flow in a closed conduit with horseshoe cross-section. Effects of the flow depth, channel radius,slope of the channel, manning constant and lateral inflow on the flow ... -
Modeling Survival of the Stomach Cancer Patients in Meru County Using Stratified Cox Model
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2023)Cancer is a universal disease that can affect anyone regardless of age, social-economic status, or sex. Research has shown there are over 28,000 new cancer cases in a year in Kenya, with a mortality of 22,000, implying a ... -
Modeling the Temporal Effects of External Trade Components of Kenya on the Balance of Trade (BOT)
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2014-08)The project aimed to assess the export and imports variables that significantly determine the balance of trade for Kenya over a period of time. In addition it sought to model the balance of trade on context of exports and ... -
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 ...