Theses & Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Hydrothermal crystallization of zeolite catalysts using kaolin and volcanic ash materials for biodiesel synthesis from Jatropha curcas and waste cooking oils
(Maseno university, 2022)Although biodiesel is a promising alternative source of energy, the cost of its production remains high because of the use of expensive feedstocks and catalysts. Zeolites derived from clay and volcanic ash as alternative ... -
Influence of diaspora remittances on financial development in Kenya
(Maseno university, 2018)Diaspora remittances have remained substantial and have been seen to increase globally. The same have been seen to be an enabler for growth of most developing economies. In 2015 they were estimated to be more than $601billion ... -
Transition of learners with intellectual disabilities from school to community opportunities and challenges in Busia county- Kenya
(Maseno university, 2022)The aim of establishment of the schools for learners with Intellectual Disability was to ensure that they live an independent life in the community. A baseline survey conducted in Busia County in 2017 indicated, 347 Learners ... -
Effect of talent management on the relationship between Performance appraisal and productivity of secondary school teachers in Kisumu county, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)Human resources are important to any organization’s success. Productivity in organization remains key in achieving its goals. Globally teacher productivity is an ongoing concern. In Kenya, teacher productivity is below ... -
Genome-wide comparative study of epstein-barr virus genomic recombination in endemic burkitt lymphoma and healthy children from jootrh, western Kenya
(Maseno university, 2022)Endemic Burkitt lymphoma (eBL), the most prevalent pediatric cancer in Western Kenya, is augmented by the interplay between Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) and holoendemic malaria infection. Despite the relevance of genomic ... -
Photon Anti-Bunching Properties of the Anti-Jaynes-Cummings Model
(Maseno university, 2021)This thesis present anti-Jaynes interaction, an interaction where anti-rotating light mode couples to a two-level atom. The anti-bunching properties of the anti-Jaynes-Cummings model was explicitly demonstrated, a model ... -
Effect of cognitive biases on individual investment decision in stock market among teachers in Vihiga sub county, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)Globally, investment in the stock market is paramount to the establishment of a vibrant economy and personal wealth building and in some instances is influenced by behavioral factors such as cognitive biases. According to ... -
Temporal and spatial trends of plasmodium falciparum multi-drug resistance protein 1 gene mutations during implementation of artemisinin combination therapies between 2008 and 2019 in Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the Plasmodium falciparum multi-drug resistance protein 1 (Pfmrp1) gene have previously been associated with conferring resistance against artemisinin and its partner drugs in ... -
Forecasting Kenya’s inflation rate using a Varma for price of imported crude oil and Kenya’s previous inflation rate time series
(Maseno university, 2021)Inflation is the persistent rise in the prices of selected goods and services over time. The rate of inflation measures economic performance of a country and is an important economic indicator to economists of any given ... -
Relationship between educational resources and pupils’ Academic performance in public primary schools In Kisumu county, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)Public primary schools in Kisumu County have been posting low academic performance, for example in 2019 they had an average mean of 259.16 compared to schools in the neighbouring counties of Vihiga (265.38), Nandi (265.59) ... -
A correlation study on the effect of Non-conditional cash transfer on poverty Alleviation among older persons in Emuhaya sub- county, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)The world is experiencing growth in the number of older persons with those aged 60 years and above projected to double from 1.4 billion in 2015 to 2.8 billion in 2050. According to the Kenya Population and Housing Census, ... -
Mathematical modelling of flood Wave: a case study of Budalang'i Flood plain basin in Busia county, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2022)Flooding is a worldwide problem with more adverse e ects in developing countries. In Kenya, severe ooding is experienced on the lower tributaries of Lake Victoria, mainly Budalang'i area. This is indicated in the ... -
Habitat characteristics and population structure of the fishes of the upper Victoria Nile, Uganda
(Maseno university, 2021)Globally, riverine fishes are important in supplementing lacustrine fish production. In Uganda, Upper Victoria Nile (UVN) is considered as a critical habitat to fish species reproduction, feeding, shelter and as source of ... -
The influence of artisanal gold mining on agricultural land in Ikolomani sub-county Kakamega county, Kenya
(2021)In the entire world, 40.5 million people were directly engaged in artisanal gold mining (AGM). In Kenya, AGM is characterized with; massive clearing of vegetation and land destruction in AGM areas, overnight conversion ... -
Moderating effect of implementation factors on the relationship between performance contracting and service delivery of employees at huduma centres in western Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)The Kenyan Government has pressures from its citizens to improve on service delivery and be responsive to citizen’s needs. Attempts such as privatization, voluntary early retirement and restructuring did not improve on ... -
Assessment of factors that affect diagnosis and management of childhood tuberculosis among healthcare workers in Siaya county, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)Every day, up to 562 children die from Tuberculosis (TB). It is one of the top 10 causes of death and leading cause of death from single infectious agent. Diagnosis of childhood TB is key to its treatment by healthcare ... -
Melliferous taxa, floral calendar, Melissopalynology, and organoleptic characterization of aboriginal Ogiek honey in the eastern Mau forest block, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2019)Mau forest is one of the five water towers in Kenya serving as a critical catchment area for rivers and lakes in both Kenya and Tanzania. It plays a critical role in livelihood support. Eastern Mau forest has experienced ... -
Influence of knowledge on hygiene practices of handlers’ of ready to eat foods in Mathari slum, Nairobi, Kenya.
(Maseno university, 2021)Urbanization has been on the rise in developing countries, giving rise to slums. Nevertheless, there has been mushrooming of Ready to Eat food joints in the slums and their dependency in Kenya. Additionally, unhygienic ... -
Histopathological assessment of endometrial biopsies, their indication and associated factors among women attending Moi teaching and referral hospital, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)Endometrial diseases are among the most common gynecological disorders affecting women both globally and locally; accounting for 60% of global maternal deaths. Kenya is ranked thirteenth out of 181 countries with the highest ... -
Exploration into effective use of pedagogic approaches and adequacy of activities in teaching and learning resources Used to develop creative writing skills in upper primary classes in Vihiga county, Kenya
(Maseno university, 2021)Creative Writing (CW) entails the artistic use of written language to conceptualize, explore and record experiences in a unique way. It is a language skill required by a learner for personal and academic development. ...