University of Eldoret Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Effects of the Relevance of Workshop Facilities to Syllabi on the Utilization of Workshop Facilities in Teaching in Public TVET Institutions in Nairobi County, Kenya.
(African Journal of Education Science and Technology (AJEST, 2024-10)One of the objectives of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is to impart adequate and appropriate skills to trainees, consistent with the emerging technologies at all levels of the economy. However, ... -
A systematic review of Datura stramonium as a potential biocide for mosquito control
(African Journal of Education Science and Technology (AJEST), 2024-10)Global burden of malaria reduction has been significantly slowed down by malaria vectors developing resistance to conventional chemical pesticides currently in use. Anopheles mosquitoes, which are malaria vectors, have ... -
Phytoremediation of Chromium and Lead-Contaminated Soil Using Putative Raphanus raphanistrum
(African Journal of Education Science and Technology (AJEST), 2024-10)Potentially toxic elements, including Chromium and Lead, naturally occur in the environment, however, human activities such as extensive farming, industrialization, and mining increase Potentially toxic element concentrations ... -
Prevalenceof Suicide Ideation among University Students: A Case of Nyanza Region, Kenya
(African Journal of Education Science and Technology (AJEST), 2024-10)Cases of completed suicide have been on the rise among university students in recent past. The study focused on the prevalence of suicide ideation among university students in Nyanza region with an aim of preventing ... -
Modeling Physical Inactivity among University of Eldoret Staff in Kenya using a Logit Model
(African Journal of Education Science and Technology, 2024)Physical inactivity (PI) is a significant contributor to non-communicable diseases globally. This study focused on assessing the prevalence of PI among staff at the University of Eldoret and exploring the factors that ... -
Addressing the Crucial Factors Affecting the Implementation of Carbon Credit Concept Using a Comprehensive Decision-Making Analysis: A Case Study
(Journal of Operational and Strategic Analytics, 2024-12)As global focus on climate change intensifies, carbon credits have become an important tool for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Africa, with its abundant natural resources and potential for sustainable development, ... -
Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Domestic Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) (L) Ecotypes from Eight Selected Kenyan Counties Using Microsatellite Markers
(International Journal of Education, Science and Social Sciences, 2024-09)This study estimated the molecular diversity among Kenyan rabbit populations using microsatellites. Seven microsatellite loci were used in the study and eight counties were sampled purposively because they are the major ... -
Urbanization and its effects on environmental resources: a review of key issues
(International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 2016)Urbanization is the rapid development and transformation of a region, including increase in the size, population and human activities at a given period of time. The major problem of rapid urban growth is the changing land ... -
Enhancing Growth of Upland Rice in Low Phosphorus Soil by Leveraging Root Morphological Traits
(Research in Agricultural Science, 2024-09)Low phosphorus (P) in the upland ecosystems negatively influence rice growth and cause significant yield losses. Upland rice to effectively adapt to low P in upland agroecosystems requires a suite of novel root traits. ... -
Dough rheological properties, physical, consumer acceptability and microbial qualities of wheat and wheat-sorghum biscuits fortified with longhorn grasshopper (Ruspolia differens) powder
(Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 2025)Protein deficiency is a nutritional challenge affecting young children in developing countries. Food fortification with edible insects is a potentially sustainable approach to increasing protein quality in young children’s ... -
Challenges Faced in the Implementation of Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Junior Schools in Kenya
(East African Journal of Education Studies, 2024)This study explores the challenges encountered in implementing the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in junior schools in Kenya, which aims to shift educational focus from rote memorization to the development of ... -
Peri‑urban agriculture and household food and nutrition security around Eldoret, Kenya
(Springer Nature, 2024-08)Rapid urbanisation in low- and middle-income countries, which has encroached on agricultural lands but has not been con- sistently accompanied by corresponding improvements in water and sanitation services, has raised ... -
Rat bioassay for evaluation of protein nutritional quality of wheat and wheat-sorghum biscuits fortified with longhorn grasshopper (Ruspolia differens) powder
(Food science of animal products, 2024-06)Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is a persistent public health challenge in most developing countries. This study investigated the protein nutritional value of wheat and wheat-sorghum biscuits fortified with longhorn ... -
Effect of Zinc-fertilizer on varietal performance of finger millet (Eleusine coracana) and soybean (Glycine max) in western Kenya
(Heliyon, 2024)Soil zinc deficiency in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is a major contributor to poor crop responses to nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (N, P and K) fertilizer leading to low economic returns on fertilizer use. Despite being ... -
ANFIS-Controlled Boost and Bidirectional Buck-Boost DC-DC Converters for Solar PV, Fuel Cell, and BESS-Based Microgrid Application
(International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems, 2024-07)DC-DC converters are essential for integrating distributed energy resources into microgrid (MG) systems. Tese converters are designed to incorporate intermittent renewable energy sources such as solar photovoltaic (PV) ... -
Impacts of anthropogenic habitat modification on mammalian diversity in the Mau Forest Complex, Kenya
(Global Ecology and Conservation, 2020-07)Habitat destruction is a major driver of biodiversity loss, especially in the tropics. We investigated changes in the diversity and occupancy of forest-dwelling mammals in response to habitat loss, alteration, and ... -
Phytochemical and Acute Toxicity Assessment of Syzygiumguineense (Willd.) DC.and Acacia hockii De Wild.Traditionally used for Female Contraception/fertility regulation in Baringo County, Kenya
(ACTA BOTANICA PLANTAE, 2024-08)A boiled stem bark mixture of Syzygiumguineense and Acacia hockii is traditionally used by the Tugen community in Baringo County, Kenya, for fertility regulation in women. This study aimed to validate the safety and ef ... -
Socio-Economic and Environmental Outcomes of Street Food Vending and its Sustainability in Selected Urban Areas of Kenya
(International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, 2024)Street food (SF) vending is a common livelihood activity in many urban areas globally. It is driven by a lack of employment opportunities in the formal sector and by the demand for cheap ready-to-eat food by urban ... -
Effects of management strategies on the performance of street food vending in urban areas of Western Kenya
(World Journal of Advanced Research and Review, 2024)Street food (SF) vending is a common livelihood activity in many urban areas globally. It generates income for the vendors and contributes to the urban economy. However, the trade performs poorly due to the strategies ... -
Effects of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on Weed Diversity and Population in Tobacco ( Nicotiana tabacum L.) Farms in Migori County
(Journal of Crops, Livestock and Pests Managemen, 2023)Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum L.) is a significant cash crop in Migori County, Kenya, and plays a vital role in the local economy. However, the cultivation of tobacco is not without its challenges, one of which is weed ...
