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A Comparative Study of Modified and Unmodified Algae (Pediastrum boryanum) for Removal of Lead, Cadmium and Copper in Contaminated Water
(INTECH, 2017)The presence of heavy metals in water is of concern due to the risk toxicity. Thus there is need for their removal for the safety of consumers. Methods applied for removal of heavy metals include adsorption, membrane ... -
Overview of principles and application of environmental risk assessment
(School of Environmental Studies and Human Science, Kenyatta University, 2007) -
Enhanced Utilization of Biotechnology Research and Development Innovations in Eastern and Central Africa for Agro-ecological Intensification
(Springer International Publishing, 2014)The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA) through its Agrobiodiversity and Biotechnology Programme is enhancing the utilization of biotechnology research and development ... -
Enhancement of coffee quality in Kenya by prevention of mould current status and future outlook.
(Association Scientifique Internationale du Café, 2001-05)A survey was conducted to find out the likely risk areas in the production chain namely, the primary and secondary processing facilities and in green coffee warehouses of the marketing body. Results indicated that there ... -
The Coffee Exporter's Guide - Third Edition
(International Trade Centre, 2011)Guide providing information on trade practices relating to exporting coffee – presents an overview of the world coffee trade and markets; deals with international coffee contracts (Europe and United States), logistics, ... -
Coffee
(Taylor & Francis, 2005)Information on the agronomy, trade, and future outlook of coffee is presented. Other subjects include: (1) historical background; (2) genetic resources; (3) breeding and selection; (4) breeding programmes; (5) field ... -
Tryptophan Metabolism in Mice Infected with Schistosoma Mansoni
(Springer New York, 1991)Biharzia due to infection with Schistosoma mansoni is a major and increasing problem in tropical countries, associated especially with irrigation schemes, which provide a habitat for the water snail which is the alternate ... -
Innovative but Not Feasible: Green Water Saving Schemes at the Crossroad in Semi-Arid Lands
(Organisation for Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa (OSSREA), 2014) -
Ethnobotanical survey and efficacy of antituberculosis medicinal plants around the Lake Victoria region of Kenya.
(IUCEA, 2012)In Africa, more than 70% of the people use ethnomedicine for their healthcare. With the emergence of new diseases and drug resistance to infections, traditional medicine should be given more attention in modern research ... -
Phylogenetic analysis of the envelope HIV-1 type 1 isolates among Kenyan cohort
(American Society for Microbiology, 1999-05)In sub-Saharan Africa, where the effects of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) have been most devastating, there are multiple subtypes of this virus. The distribution of different subtypes within African populations ... -
Alkaliphiles: Diversity and Identification
(Springer US, 1994)Micro-organisms that grow in hostile or extreme environments are currently a popular subject for study. The fascination with so-called ‘extremophiles’ reflects a perceived microbial biotechnological importance and a desire ... -
Human and natural impacts on forests along lower Tana river, Kenya: implications towards conservation and management of endemic primate species and their habitat
(Springer Netherlands, 2007)Seventy-three forest patches were assessed to determine the effects of human and natural impact on native forests along the Lower Tana River flood plains in Kenya between January and March 2001. Seventeen of these forests ... -
Effects of Climate and Human Activities on the Ecosystem of Lake Baringo, Kenya
(Springer Netherlands, 2002)Since the beginning of the last century, the Lake Baringo ecosystem has undergone several ecological changes. Most of the changes are a result of human activities within the catchment basin and changes in climatic conditions. ... -
Essential Elements And Lead In Males Using Finger Nails And Scalp Hair: Influence Of Risk Factors On Levels Of Lead And Essential Elements In Finger Nails And Scalp Hair Of Males In Kenya
(LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2012-12-23)
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A Comparative Study of Modified and Unmodified Algae (Pediastrum boryanum) for Removal of Lead, Cadmium and Copper in Contaminated Water
(INTECH, 2017)The presence of heavy metals in water is of concern due to the risk toxicity. Thus there is need for their removal for the safety of consumers. Methods applied for removal of heavy metals include adsorption, membrane ... -
Overview of principles and application of environmental risk assessment
(School of Environmental Studies and Human Science, Kenyatta University, 2007) -
Enhanced Utilization of Biotechnology Research and Development Innovations in Eastern and Central Africa for Agro-ecological Intensification
(Springer International Publishing, 2014)The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA) through its Agrobiodiversity and Biotechnology Programme is enhancing the utilization of biotechnology research and development ... -
Enhancement of coffee quality in Kenya by prevention of mould current status and future outlook.
(Association Scientifique Internationale du Café, 2001-05)A survey was conducted to find out the likely risk areas in the production chain namely, the primary and secondary processing facilities and in green coffee warehouses of the marketing body. Results indicated that there ... -
The Coffee Exporter's Guide - Third Edition
(International Trade Centre, 2011)Guide providing information on trade practices relating to exporting coffee – presents an overview of the world coffee trade and markets; deals with international coffee contracts (Europe and United States), logistics, ... -
Coffee
(Taylor & Francis, 2005)Information on the agronomy, trade, and future outlook of coffee is presented. Other subjects include: (1) historical background; (2) genetic resources; (3) breeding and selection; (4) breeding programmes; (5) field ... -
Tryptophan Metabolism in Mice Infected with Schistosoma Mansoni
(Springer New York, 1991)Biharzia due to infection with Schistosoma mansoni is a major and increasing problem in tropical countries, associated especially with irrigation schemes, which provide a habitat for the water snail which is the alternate ... -
Innovative but Not Feasible: Green Water Saving Schemes at the Crossroad in Semi-Arid Lands
(Organisation for Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa (OSSREA), 2014) -
Ethnobotanical survey and efficacy of antituberculosis medicinal plants around the Lake Victoria region of Kenya.
(IUCEA, 2012)In Africa, more than 70% of the people use ethnomedicine for their healthcare. With the emergence of new diseases and drug resistance to infections, traditional medicine should be given more attention in modern research ... -
Phylogenetic analysis of the envelope HIV-1 type 1 isolates among Kenyan cohort
(American Society for Microbiology, 1999-05)In sub-Saharan Africa, where the effects of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) have been most devastating, there are multiple subtypes of this virus. The distribution of different subtypes within African populations ... -
Alkaliphiles: Diversity and Identification
(Springer US, 1994)Micro-organisms that grow in hostile or extreme environments are currently a popular subject for study. The fascination with so-called ‘extremophiles’ reflects a perceived microbial biotechnological importance and a desire ... -
Human and natural impacts on forests along lower Tana river, Kenya: implications towards conservation and management of endemic primate species and their habitat
(Springer Netherlands, 2007)Seventy-three forest patches were assessed to determine the effects of human and natural impact on native forests along the Lower Tana River flood plains in Kenya between January and March 2001. Seventeen of these forests ... -
Effects of Climate and Human Activities on the Ecosystem of Lake Baringo, Kenya
(Springer Netherlands, 2002)Since the beginning of the last century, the Lake Baringo ecosystem has undergone several ecological changes. Most of the changes are a result of human activities within the catchment basin and changes in climatic conditions. ... -
Essential Elements And Lead In Males Using Finger Nails And Scalp Hair: Influence Of Risk Factors On Levels Of Lead And Essential Elements In Finger Nails And Scalp Hair Of Males In Kenya
(LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2012-12-23) -
Measurements and Evaluation of Radio Frequency radiation at cellular base stations.
(2013-12-18)The World Health Organization (WHO), International Commission on Non-ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) has stated that continuous exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation (RF) beyond certain levels could cause health ... -
Copper Based Solar Cell Materials
(LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2013-01-15)In this work, CuxOy and ZnO:Al thin films on plain glass substrates have been deposited as single thin films for property characterization by reactive DC Magnetron Sputtering and evaporation techniques using an Edward Auto ... -
Essential Elements in Watermelons Grown in Kenya
(LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, 2013-01-01)To be healthy and active, one requires food in adequate quantity, quality and variety to meet energy needs and nutrients. Watermelon has high content of water of about 93%. It is a rich source of essential minerals such ...
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