Meru University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Influence of Social Economic Factors and Technological Suitability on Faecal Emptying, Conveyance and Disposal
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)Safe management of faecal waste is one of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which envisions safe sanitation for all. However, although efforts to improve sanitation conditions in slums have been made, faecal emptying, ... -
Factors Affecting Long-Term Adoption of Improved Sanitation Through Community-Led Total Sanitation in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)The disease burden related to fecal-oral infections in Magarini Sub-County is a significant public health concern. The study sought to identify and analyze the primary drivers influencing sustained adherence to Community-Led ... -
Consumers and Producers’ Acceptability, and Perceptions of Broiler Chicken Reared on Black Soldierfly Larvae Fed with Faecal Sludge in Kenya
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)The Sustainable Development Goals agenda two and 6.2 focus on the achievement of zero hunger and attainment of safely managed sanitation by 2030. Yet, many developing countries, including Kenya, remain off track, with ... -
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Activated and Inactivated Sugarcane Biochar in Physicochemical Purification of Greywater
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)The study investigated the effectiveness of sugarcane waste biochar as a sustainable material for purifying greywater to address environmental pollution and enhance water recycling. Biochar was produced by heating sugarcane ... -
Political Economy Analysis for Sanitation Delivery in Informal Settlements: A Case Study of Mukuru Kwa Reuben, Kenya
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)The Sustainable Development Goals agenda 6.2 aims to increase access to equitable and adequate sanitation by 2030. However, sewer systems serve only 17 %of the Sub-Saharan African population in informal settlements. Possible ... -
Practices on Menstrual Hygiene Management among Girls Aged 9 to 17 years in Mathioya Sub-County, Murang’a County
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)Menstrual Hygiene Management is an essential component of women's lives. Morethan50% of teenage girls in low and middle income countries (LMICs) engage in inadequate Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) practices with a ... -
Faecal Waste Management Practices and Performance of Sanitation Service Chain in Marsabit Town, Marsabit County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)Safe faecal waste management can reduce transmission routes where pathogens in faecal particles pass from one person to the mouth of another. Globally, 780 million people lackaccess to safe water and approximately 2.5 ... -
Effects of Climate Change on Agrochemical Use and Health of Fresh Produce Farmers in Nakuru County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)Global surface temperature has risen by ~0.2°C per decade over the past 30 years. In Kenya, mean annual temperature has increased by ~1.0°C since the 1960s (~0.21°Cper decade). Nakuru County has experienced shifts in both ... -
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 ... -
Effect of Pit latrines on Enteric-Pathogen and Physicochemical Contamination of Ground Water in Tigania West Sub-County, Meru County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)Groundwater contamination is a global concern, posing risks to public health and ecosystems. In Kenya, particularly in rural areas like Tigania West Sub County, Meru County, groundwater contamination is a pressing issue ... -
Assessment of Microbial Quality And Physicochemical Parameters of Shallow Well Water in Moiben Sub-County, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)Informal settlements in urban areas of sub-Saharan Africa often rely heavily on shallow dug wells for their water supply. However, these wells are susceptible to contamination from various sources due to a lack of ... -
Modeling Pulmonary Tuberculosis and Pneumonia Co-Infection Incorporating an Asymptomatic Component and Natural Immunity
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)Pulmonary tuberculosis is one of the leading infectious diseases causing mortality worldwide, and its impact is exacerbated by opportunistic infections such as pneumonia. The lethal synergism between pulmonary tuberculosis ... -
A Stateful Firewall Packet Analysis Framework for Mitigating Session Fixation Attacks
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)Protecting the networks against web attacks has become increasingly critical. As network attacks continue to evolve in complexity and sophistication, stateful firewall solutions have proven to be insufficient in defending ... -
Vaginal Bacterial Microbiome Profiles Associated with High-Risk HPV in Women Infected With HIV in Meru, Kenya
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)Cervical cancer, caused by Human Papillomavirus (HPV), is a global burden affecting women. The vaginal microbiome is associated with female reproductive health. Immuno-compromised HIV infected women are susceptible to ... -
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 ... -
A Relativistic Approach to Structure Formation and Evolution in a Friedmann Universe
(Meru University of Science & Technology, 2025)The advent of modern satellite technology has transformed observational astronomy and astrophysics, offering unprecedented insights into the large-scale behavior of gravitation and challenging established cosmological ... -
Brand Equity and Customer Citizenship Behavior Among Students of Selected Universities Within Mount Kenya Region
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)The growing number of higher learning institutions in Kenya and around the world has emphasized the importance of brand equity in customer decision-making. Despite the role of brand equity, enrollment in public ... -
Application of Machine Learning Models for Estimation of Spatial Distribution of Particulate Matter Pollutant in Air
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2025)Air pollution, particularly particulate matter, poses significant health and environmental risks. Conventional particulate matter measurement systems provide only single-point instantaneous readings, limiting their ability ... -
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, ... -
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 ...