University of Eldoret Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Influence of Non-Academic Factors on Career Adaptability of Technology Education Graduates Working in Kenyan Technical and Vocational Institutions
(Journal of Research in Education and Technology, 2023-08)The current world of work is very dynamic and needs a workforce that is well-suited to help accommodate the changes at the workplace. This study sought to investigate the influence of selected non-academic factors which ... -
Institutional Ownership And Dividend Payout Policy in Kenya
(Journal of Business and Management Review, 2023-06)This purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of institutional ownership on dividend payout policy among listed firms in Kenya. The study used a sample of 40 Kenyan listed firms over the period of 2009-2019 ... -
Influence of Parents’ Expectations on Course Choice in Vocational Training Centres in Taita Taveta County, Kenya
(Journal of Advances in Education and Philosophy, 2023-08)This study examines the relationship between parental influences and a young person's job decision, particularly in the context of choosing courses before enrolling in higher education institutions like Vocational Training ... -
Impacts of Invasive Species on Commercial Forest Plantations in Africa- A Review
(Journal of Aquatic and Terrestrial Ecosystems, 2023-07)Planting forests with non-native or exotic species are increasing worldwide as the demand for forest product, ecosystems and environmental benefits continue to grow. Characteristic life-history traits such as simple ... -
Water Hyacinth, an Invasive Species in Africa: A Literature Review
(East African Journal of Environment and Natural Resources, 2023-07)Water hyacinth is without a doubt the water invader that causes the most harm to water bodies. Water hyacinths originated from Eastern Mediterranean, West Asia, and Central Asia; they are cultivated and loved worldwide. ... -
Influence of Computer-Based Laboratory Simulations (CBLS) as a teaching Method on Secondary Schools Students' Attitudes and Performance towards Chemistry in Bomet County
(Journal of Research in Education and Technology, 2023-07)Chemistry education in secondary schools is a critical component of fostering scientific literacy and equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary for their academic and future career pursuits as well as ... -
Optimisation of plutonium separations using TEVA cartridges and ICP-MS/MS analysis for applicability to large-scale studies in tropical soils
(The Royal Society of Chemistry, 2023-08)The analysis of plutonium (Pu) in soil samples can inform the understanding of soil erosion processes globally. However, there are specific challenges associated for analysis in tropical soils and so an optimal analytical ... -
Role of multilateral development organizations, public and private investments in aquaculture subsector in Kenya
(Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2023-08)Rapid population and economic growth, increased health benefits of aquatic food, and changes in lifestyles and preferences as a result of rapid urbanization and globalization are all contributing to the rapid growth of ... -
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AS SOCIO-INCENTIVE TOOL IN THE CONSERVATION OF FOREST: INSIGHTS FROM UASIN GISHU COUNTY, KENYA
(ISAR Journal of Economics and Business Management, 2023-07)Community participation is an emerging socio-incentive tool needed to be inculcated in resource management; however, the influencing effect for households to participate is understudied. Therefore, this study sought to ... -
Effect of water stress duration on the growth characteristics and yield components of upland Rice varieties in Kenya
(Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science, 2023-08)Drought stress is a major problem in upland rice grown areas under rainfed conditions. It affects plant growth and development, and eventually leads to a considerable yield reduction. The study was carried out with the aim ... -
Deconstructing innovation in the wood furniture industry in Kenya
(Journal of Forest Business Research, 2023-07)Innovation is often considered to be a critical component of enterprise competitive advantage. Continuous innovation is necessary to allow firms to better meet consumer needs, stay ahead of the competition, capitalize on ... -
Can Learners Taught through Problem-Based Learning Strategy Demonstrate an Obligation to Conveying Positive Motivation towards Physics Enhanced Enrolment?
(Journal of Research Innovation and Implications in Education, 2023-06)The government of Kenya has invested enormous resources such infrastructure development, learning materials and professional development of teachers. Despite the efforts put in place to support access and quality education, ... -
Evaluation of Factors Affecting Road Maintenance in Kenyan Counties Using the Ordinal Priority Approach
(Journal of Computational and Cognitive Engineering, 2022-08)Improving Kenya’s complete road network has been used to alleviate poverty and achieve the Vision 2030 goals. Roads enhance all areas of social development, including demand for and access to information, health, and ... -
THE SEED INDUSTRY IN LIBERIA: A CASE STUDY OF RICE (Oryza sativa L.) SEED QUALITY AND SUSTAINABLE SEED HEALTH MANAGEMENT
(University of Eldoret, 2023-08)Rice is the staple food in Liberia and despite being largely cultivated throughout the country imports contribute about 75% of the national requirement. Additionally, the seed industry is not well developed nor efficient. ... -
EVALUATION OF Trichoderma spp. AND MYCORRHIZA ON GROWTH AND MANAGEMENT OF Pestalotiopsis theae CAUSING GREY BLIGHT IN TEA
(University of Eldoret, 2023-08)Tea is an economic important crop that provides revenue to farmers and contributes to Gross Domestic Product. Tea maintenance leaves are affected by the grey blight caused by Pestalotiopsis theae. Trichoderma species are ... -
INFLUENCE OF SEED ASPECTS AND PHOSPHORUS FERTILIZATION ON SEED QUALITY OF VELVET BEAN (MUCUNA PRURIENS L.) IN WESTERN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2022-11)Velvet bean (Mucuna pruriens) is known as a high yielding leguminous crop which is used as vegetable and fodder. However, seed morphological variability and seed coat dormancy has been reported, to affect seed germination ... -
Macro-invertebrate assemblages as indicator of ecological integrity of Kingwal Wetland
(IOSR Journal of Environmental Science, Toxicology and Food Technology (IOSR-JESTFT), 2021-09)In Kenya, the wetlands are undergoing continuous human encroachment and anthropogenic activities that may affect their ecological integrity. This study was conducted to assess this impact by establishing macroinvetebrates ... -
Effect of trainer pedagogical competences on students' academic perfomance in Diploma set courses: A case of National Politechnics in Western Kenya
(Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies, 2023-07)Trainers are most important in National Polytechnics, in the technical vocational education and training (TVET) system as they are fulcrums upon which wheels of the education rotate in delivering competence needed to convert ... -
Exploring Desert Locust (S. gregaria) Frass as an Organic Fertilizer for the Growth of Kales (Brassica oleracea L.) under Open Field Conditions
(Journal of Crops, Livestock and Pests Management, 2023-09)In Kenya, kale (Brassica oleracea L.) is one of the most commonly consumed vegetable crops, however, their yield has been decreasing due to poor soils. An experiment was conducted to investigate the growth performance, ... -
Effects of diet on the nutritional composition of the desert locust Schistocerca gregaria (Orthoptera: Acrididae)
(African Journal of Tropical Entomology Research, 2023-03)The desert locusts, Schistocerca gregaria have a great history of being used as food. They are rich in proteins, minerals, fibre, and fats. An experiment was conducted to determine the effects of diet on the nutritional ...
