• Determinants of Technical Efficiency in Rice Production in Gihanga (Burundi) Irrigation Scheme: A Stochastic Production Frontier Approach 

  Ndayitwayeko, W. M; Korir, M. (Egerton University, 2012-10)

  This paper estimated the technical efficiency of rice production under irrigation system in Gihanga, Burundi and attempted to unravel the determinants of technical inefficiency. A Cobb-Douglas stochastic frontier production ...
• Design and Application of Bio-economic Modelling in Livestock Genetic Improvement in Kenya: A Review 

  Rewe, T. O.; Kahi, A. K. (Egerton University, 2012-10)

  Bio-economic modelling in livestock production systems presents the opportunity for incorporating some elements of human decision making and simulates the impact of such decisions using mathematical relationships produced ...
• Macroinvertebrate Functional Feeding Groups in a High-Altitude tropical Stream (A Case Study of Gura Riverin Central Kenya 

  J. M., Benjamin; D. K., Abuya; C. M., M'Erimba (Egerton University, 2021-08)

  Functional feeding groups (FFGs) classification of aquatic macroinvertebrates is an important tool that enhances the knowledge of trophic dynamics in tropical streams by assigning the benthic community into trophic ...
• Exploitation Currency among Artisanal Bait Fishers; Are Intertidal Bait Harvesters Optimal Foragers? Some Consideration for Holistic Management 

  Kihia, C. M.; Muthumbi, A.; Okondo, J.; Nthiga, A; Njuguna, V. (Egerton University, 2019-05)

  Optimal foragers target prey with superior energetic returns, and such metrics underlie most management interventions. However, tropical artisanal bait harvested by intertidal excavation and collection, enhance fish ...
• Variation of Human and Domestic Animal’s Activities with Discharge in a High Altitude Tropical Stream, the Njoro River, Kenya 

  M’Erimba, C. M.; Chepkorir, J. K. (Egerton University, 2019-12)

  From ancient times human settlements and cultures thrived along river valleys which provided water for domestic use as well as agriculture. as population grew, human activities impacted river valleys as well as affected water ...
• Transmission of a New Cowpea Aphid Borne Mosaic Virus Isolate in Passion Fruits 

  Kiptui, Lucy; Kilalo, Dora; Toroitich, Faith (Egerton University, 2020-01)

  Passion fruit woodiness is an important potyviral disease affecting passion fruits in the world. The causative agent for this disease in Kenya is Cowpea aphid borne mosaic virus. However, this disease manifestation in ...
• Synthesis, Characterisation and Application of Capped Chromic Oxide Nanoparticle (CCONP) for the Removal of Cd2+ and Pb2+ ion from Aqueous Solution 

  Okuo, J. M.; Moses, O. (Egerton University, 2019-10)

  This research was designed to ascertain the removal efficiency of Cd2+ and Pb2+ ion from aqueous solution using capped chromic oxide nanoparticle (CCONP) synthesized by method of co-precipitation and thermal degradation ...
• Some Aspects of Oreochromis niloticus baringoensis (Trewavas, 1983) Fishery Assessment and Influence of Selected Water Quality Parameters in the Hot Springs of Lorwai Swamp, Baringo, Kenya 

  Adamba, S. W. K.; Otachi, E. O.; Ong’ondo, G. O. (Egerton University, 2019-12)

  Water quality has been documented to affect the biology and well-being of fish. This study therefore investigated some aspects of Oreochromis niloticus baringoensis (Trewavas, 1983) fishery assessment and the influence ...
• Litter Processing of Exotic and Indigenous Leaves in Njoro River, Kenya 

  Amuok, O. E.; M’Merimba, C. (Egerton University, 2021-02)

  The decomposition rate of riparian leaves can measure the potential of litter quality as a food resource for aquatic organisms. This is valuable given the changing composition of riparian trees where exotic species are ...
• Factors influencing Capacity of Beach Management Units in Implementing Fisheries Co-Management in Lake Turkana, Kenya 

  Ogoma, M. O.; Kirui, B. K.; Obwoyere, G. O.; Obura, E. O.; Otachi, E. O. (Egerton University, 2019)

  Lake Turkana fishery consists of 12 commercially exploited species and is the second largest producer of freshwater fish in Kenya. It supports livelihoods of approx. 300,000 people locally. The lake is managed by ...
• Clay-Rice Husk Ash based Geopolymers for Remediationof Pb (II) and Cd (II) from Wastewater 

  Maingi, F. M.; Mbuvi, H. M.; Mwangi, H.; Ng’ang’a, M. M. (Egerton University, 2019-10)

  Industrialization and technological advancements have led to the generation of numerous pollutants such as heavy metals into the aquatic ecosystem. These toxic compounds are extremely dangerous to human health and the ...
• The Use of Trichoderma Viride C. in the Management of Chilli Root Knot Disease in Nakuru County, Kenya 

  Waweru, C. M.; Muthamia, J. M.; Otaye, D. O. (Egerton University, 2018-01)

  Chilli (Capsicum annum L.) is a sub-tropical crop grown for its pungent tasting fruits and sour leaves. Kenya is among the largest exporters of chilli. Chilli yields are largely reduced by sedentary nematodes (Meloidogyne ...
• Recombinant Protein from Trypanosoma Congolense a Good Diagnostic Antigen in Immunochromatographic Test 

  Mochabo, K. M.; Suganuma, K.; Thu-Thuy, N.; Zhou, M.; Shin-ichiro, K.; Suzuki, Y.; Inoue, N. (Egerton University, 2018-01)

  Trypanosomes are hemo-flagellate protozoan parasites that cause disease in humans and livestock called sleeping sickness and nagana, respectively. So far, a vaccine has been elusive because of the immunodominant variant ...
• In Vitro Antiplasmodial Activities of Crude Extracts of Carissa edulis, Azadirachta indica, Cassia siamea and Harrisonia abyssinica against Plasmodium falciparum 

  Oduor, P. L.,; Muleke, C. I.; Shivairo, S. R. (Egerton University, 2018-01)

  The emerging resistance of Plasmodium falciparum to chloroquine and sulfadoxine pyrimethamine drugs in Kenya has necessitated the need to look for new more effective antimalarial drugs. This study investigated the in ...
• Evaluating Soil Quality and Productivity of Different Clusters in Kabanon-Kapkamak Irrigation Scheme, Kenya 

  Muya, E. M.; Yegon, J.; Mangi, P. M.; Gachini, G. N.; Chek ., A. L.; Thuranira, E. G.; Goro, H.; Owenga, P.; Wasike, V.; Kirigua, V.; Mainuri, Z. G. (Egerton University, 2018-01)

  This study investigated soil conditions with an objective of differentiating the area into different clusters on the basis of topographical characteristics, hydrological processes, and degree of erosion, soil surface ...
• Effect of Land Use on Leaf Litter Decomposition in Upper Mara Streams, Kenya 

  Tsisiche, A.; Mbaka, J. G.; M’merimba, C. M. (Egerton University, 2018-01)

  Modification of riparian vegetation via land use change alters leaf litter processing rates in streams. This study aimed at investigating the effect of land use change from forestry to agriculture on leaf litter decomposition ...
• Endo-helminths Infestation in Nile Perch, Lates niloticus, (L.,) and Nile Tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus (L.,) in Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya 

  Thon, C. C.; Otachi, O. E.; Oldewage, A. A (Egerton University, 2017-01)

  Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus (L., 1758) and Nile perch, Lates niloticus (L., 1758) were introduced into Lake Victoria in 1950, mainly to boost the fishing economy. Parasitic infections remain a major concern to the ...
• Control of Chickpea Root knot Nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) in Nakuru County, Kenya using Sudan Grass (Sorghum sudanese) 

  Kimani, I. M.; Muthamia, J. M.; Otaye, D.O. (Egerton University, 2018-01)

  Chickpea is a source of food and nutrients to farmers. Chickpea growth and yield production is affected by root knot nematodes. Loss of yields from chickpeas are estimated billions of money annually. Sudan grass (Sorghum ...
• Assessment of Water Quality of Lotic and Lentic Ecosystems in Agbede Wetlands using a Multimetric Approach 

  Dirisu, A. R.; Ezenwa, M. I. (Egerton University, 2018-01)

  In this study, an index method was adopted to grade the water quality of Agbede Wetlands for a period of 18 months (December, 2012 and May, 2014). On monthly basis, water samples were obtained from seven designated ...
• Antimicrobial Activity of Streptomycetes Isolated from the Mau Forest Complex in Kenya 

  Njoroge, H. W.; Muia, A. W.; Boga, H. I.; Otaye, D. O.; Kariuki, C. W.; Ouma, J. O. (Egerton University, 2018-01)

  Search for new principles in biocontrol of plant pathogens different from the classical fungicides is of worldwide interest. Members of the genus Streptomyces are known to produce about 80% of all known antibiotics in ...

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