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20 G bps Pulse Amplitude Modulation (PAM) Format for Capacity Upgrade in Optical Communications
(American Journal of Optics and Photonics., 2019)In the fast growing society, communication is broadening so rapidly such that internet users need to access information rapidly and amount of data flowing through internet is very huge. Various ... -
Ab-initio Simulations ofCopper Oxide Nanowires and Clusters on TiO2(101)Anatase Surface
(Journal of Physical Chemistry, 2017)Copper oxides deposited at titania surfaces have a beneficial effect on the photocatalytic activity of TiO2, but their role is not fully understood. In this work, possible nanostructures of copper oxide on TiO2 (101) have ... -
ab-initio STUDIES OF MAGNESIUM HYDRIDE AND LITHIUM
(2016-05-23)Due to the imminent exhaustion of fossil fuels, related pollution and high cost involved in conventional sources of energy, a search for renewable, environmentally friendly, cheaper and more efficient energy sources has been ... -
Ab-initio STUDIES OF STRUCTURAL, ELECTRONIC, MAGNETIC AND OPTICAL PROPERTIES OF NICKEL OXIDE
(University of Eldoret, 2014)Nickel Oxide (NiO) has many applications in solar energy utilization, due to variations in electronic, optical and magnetic properties. However, a satisfactory description of its properties is still not available. There ... -
Aberrationof Metals Competing for Iron on Exposure to Lambda Cyhalothrin and Aflatoxins in Dietary Fish from Selected Aquatic Sources in Kenya
(Food Science and Nutrition Studies, 2018)Excess or deficiency of minerals may seriously disturb biochemical processes and upset internal homeostasis, leading to various diseases and disorders in fish species due to deficiency or excess ... -
ABUNDANCE, MOVEMENT AND HOME RANGE OF SHARPE’S LONGCLAW IN MONTANE GRASSLANDS IN TIMAU, KENYA
(2018)Sharpe’s Longclaw (SLC) is an endangered and endemic bird that is threatened by rapid reduction in the extent and quality of its habitat. It has a very small and highly fragmented range within the agricultural landscapes. ... -
The Acoustic Wave Propagation Equation: Discontinuous Galerkin Time Domain Solution Approach
(Applied Mathematical Sciences Vol. 13, 2019, no. 16, 753 - 767, 2019)This paper discusses a finite element method, discontinuous Galerkintime domain approach that solves the 2-D acoustic wave equation incylindrical coordinates. The method is based on discretization of thewave ... -
THE ACOUSTIC WAVE PROPAGATION EQUATION: THE DISCONTINUOUS GALERKIN TIME DOMAIN SOLUTION APPROACH
(University of Eldoret, 2019)This thesis presents a finite element method, discontinuous Galerkin time domain approach that solves the 2-D acoustic wave equation in cylindrical coordinates. The method is based on discretization of the wave field into ... -
ADAPTABILITY AND STABILITY OF COWPEA (Vigna unguiculata) LINES IN KENYA COASTAL REGION
(2016-05-20)Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) is one of the most important grain legume grown in sub- Saharan Africa. About 12.5 million tons of cowpea grain are produced worldwide each year with the majority (over 94%) of the ... -
Adaptation to Rainfall Variability by Smallholder Farmers in Kwale County: A Case Study of Samburu and Tsimba Locations
(African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, 2013-10)Rainfall received in Kwale County is highly variable negatively affecting agricultural production. Due to these variations, smallholder farmers in Kwale County have attempted to implement various adaptation mechanisms ... -
Adoption of Tree Nursery Practices as Strategic Enterprise at Millenium Villages Project, Siaya County, Kenya
(Africa Environmetal Review Journal, 2019-02)he Millenium Villages Project (MVP) in Siaya County (Kenya) was part of a cluster of villages in 10 countries in sub-Saharan Africa established to catalyse the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals ... -
The affliction of a wealthy Nation; Food Insecurity in the midst of plenty in Kenya
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ALGEBRA OF COUPLED ELECTRONS IN THE CO-EXISTENCE OF
(2016-05-19)Superconductivity is a phenomenon in which the d.c electrical resistance of a material vanishes completely and instantly rather than gradually when it is cooled below a certain temperature called the superconducting ... -
ALGEBRA OF COUPLED ELECTRONS IN THE CO-EXISTENCE OF SUPERCONDUTIVITY AND FERROMAGNETISM
(University of Eldoret, 2013)Superconductivity is a phenomenon in which the d.c electrical resistance of a material vanishes completely and instantly rather than gradually when it is cooled below a certain temperature called the superconducting ... -
ALLELOPATHIC EFFECT OF NIGER PLANT (Guizotia abyssinica L.) ON WEEDS AND ITS INFLUENCE ON GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF BEANS (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
(University of Eldoret, 2019)Niger plant (Guizotia abyssinica), is an annual herbaceous plant that originated from Ethiopia. In Kenya, the plant is perceived as a weed whereas in Ethiopia and India, it is cultivated as an important oil crop. It has ... -
Analysis and Modelling of Extreme Rainfall: A Case Study for Dodoma, Tanzania
(Asian Journal of Probability and Statistics, 2019)The analysis of climate change, climate variability and their extremes has become more important as they clearly affect the human society and ecology. The impact of climate change is reflected by the change of frequency, ... -
Analysis of CSRZ and CSNRZ Coding for DQPSK and OQPSK Transmitter Configurations for Optical Microwave Generation Signals Based on Stimulated Brillouin Scattering
(World Scientific News, 2020)The use of Carrier Suppressed Non-Return to Zero (CSNRZ) and Carrier Suppressed Return to Zero (CSRZ) modulation formats in Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) channels at 1 Gb/s and 10 Gb/s is investigated. ... -
Analysis of Drought Trends and Severity Using Standard Anomalies: Case of Baringo County, Kenya
(AER Journal, 2019)Increased frequency, severity and duration of drought events in arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs) of Kenya increase scarcity in water and pastures that support livestock assets. This destabilizes the livelihood base ... -
Analysis of Energy Storage and Return foot stiffness by Coupling Musculoskeletal and Finite Element Simulation
(Journal of Mechanical and Civil Engineering, 2018)Transtibial amputees currently have numerous prostheses in the market which are aimed at improving the control, cosmetics and comfort. Each of the three categories of prosthetic feet namely; ... -
ANALYSIS OF FLUORIDE AND SELECTED HEAVY METALS IN KALES (Brassica oleracea) AND TOMATOES (Lycopersicum esculentum) FROM HORTICULTURAL FARMS IN NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2021)Recently field-grown vegetables including curly kales and endive have been reported to accumulate high fluoride levels in their leaves. As vegetables normally form an integral portion of the human diet, the occurrence of ...
