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Accuracy of an anaemia scoring chart applied on goats in sub-humid Kenya and its potential for control of Haemonchus contortus infections
(Elsevier, 2006)We tested the practical application of an anaemia scoring chart (the FAMACHA© chart) as a method for controlling Haemonchus contortus in goats kept under smallholder conditions in a sub-humid area of Central Kenya. The ... -
Agricultural pesticides do not suppress infection of Biomphalaria (Gastropoda) by Schistosoma mansoni (Trematoda)
(Cold spring harbor laboratory, 2023-02-15)Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease caused by trematodes of the genus Schistosoma. The pathogen is transmitted via freshwater snails. These snails indirectly benefit from agricultural pesticides which affect ... -
Alternative sigma factor B (σB) and catalase enzyme contribute to Staphylococcus epidermidis biofilm’s tolerance against physico-chemical disinfection
(Nature, 2019)Staphylococcus epidermidis is the predominant cause of recalcitrant biofilm-associated infections, which are often highly resistant to antibiotics. Thus, the use of physico-chemical agents for disinfection offers a more ... -
Alternative sigma factor B (σB) and catalase enzyme contribute to Staphylococcus epidermidis bioflm’s tolerance against physicochemical disinfection
(2019)Staphylococcus epidermidis is the predominant cause of recalcitrant bioflm-associated infections, which are often highly resistant to antibiotics. Thus, the use of physico-chemical agents for disinfection ofers a more ... -
Altmann, Jeanne
(John Wiley & Sons, 2017-04-16)Jeanne Altmann's attention to detail and remarkable sense of focus enabled her to overcome difficulties early in her career in order to give to science a wide‐ranging toolset, including her classic work on observational ... -
An Analysis of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Communities in Lake Victoria, Kenya on Microcystin Toxicity
(Scientific Research Publishing, 2022)Exposure to microcystin poses a potential health hazard to humans and other living organisms. This results from eutrophication and warrants an investigation into the problem of microcystin toxicity in Lake Victoria. This ... -
Antibiotic resistance of Escherichia coli from humans and black rhinoceros in Kenya
(Springer Nature, 2019-12-07)Upsurge of antibiotic resistance in wildlife poses unprecedented threat to wildlife conservation. Surveillance of antibiotic resistance at the human–wildlife interface is therefore needed. We evaluated differences in ... -
Antibiotic Resistance of Escherichia coli from Humans and Black Rhinoceroses in Kenya
(Springer US, 2019-12-07)Upsurge of antibiotic resistance in wildlife poses unprecedented threat to wildlife conservation. Surveillance of antibiotic resistance at the human–wildlife interface is therefore needed. We evaluated differences in ... -
Antibiotic Resistance of Escherichia coli from Humans and Black Rhinoceroses in Kenya
(Springer US, 2020)Upsurge of antibiotic resistance in wildlife poses unprecedented threat to wildlife conservation. Surveillance of antibiotic resistance at the human-wildlife interface is therefore needed. We evaluated differences in ... -
Antimicrobial activities of microorganisms obtained from the gut of Macrotermes michaelseni in Maseno, Kenya
(Journal of Applied Biology and Biotechnology, 2015-11)The gut of termites is a major source of termicin and spinigerin antibiotics. The termite gut thus presents a novel habitat for searching new antibiotic producing isolates. The objective of this study was to investigate ... -
Antimicrobial Resistance in a Changing Climatic Context: An Emerging Public Health Threat in Africa
(Springer International Publishing, 2023-10-31)Although there are improvements in human survival as a result of the accessibility of powerful antibiotics, this gain is approaching its limit due to the changing climate and development of resistance to therapeutic agents ... -
Antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of Enterobacteriaceae isolated from domesticated animals and the environment in Lake Victoria, Kenya
(Elsevier, 2013-01-01)Faecal coliform levels in Lake Victoria waters progressively reduced away (0–150 m) from the lake shores. Enterobacter, Escherichia coli, Klebseilla, Proteus and Citrobacter were recovered at high frequencies from water ... -
Aquaculture strategy for restoration of Threatened Lake Victoria fishes: The case for Oreochromis variabilis (Boulenger, 1906) and Labeo victorianus (Boulenger, 1901)
(KMFRI Sangoro Aquaculture Research Station, PO Box 136, PAP-ONDITI, Kenya, 2 School of Environmental Studies, Moi University, PO Box 3900, ELDORET, Kenya, 2014)The endemic Oreochromis variabilis and L. victorianus are among Lake Victoria’s most threatened fish species whose population sizes are on the decline. This study, carried out between August 2000 and April 2001, aimed at ... -
Association Between Visual Acuity, Ocular Pathology and Refractive Error with Computer Vision Syndrome: Cross Sectional University Study in Kenya
(Research squire, 2020)Background: Numerous factors have been shown to reduce symptomatic and non-symptomatic forms for computer vision syndrome. However, little is known on the impact among computer users diagnosed with severe symptoms of ... -
Association of Fcγ receptor IIA (CD32) polymorphism with malarial anemia and high-density parasitemia in infants and young children
(The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 2006)Protective immunity against Plasmodium falciparum is partially mediated through binding of malaria-specific IgG antibodies to Fcγ receptors. Polymorphic variability in Fcγ RIIa (H/R-131) is associated with differential ... -
Bacterial biofilm cells quantification techniques: where is consensus in over two decades?
(Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences in Nitra, Slovakia, 2019-01-12)It is widely accepted that bacterial biofilms are overly resistant to antibiotics, host immunity and disinfectants. Biofilms develop on various food-processing surfaces hence pose major risks in food industries. Biofilms ... -
Balance of investment between parental care and mating effort in male baboons
(2011)Non-monogamous males that provide care to their offspring face a potential conflict in investment between paternal care and mating effort. This conflict arises either because of resource or temporal constraints. I ... -
Bio control of water hyacinth with Cercospora piaropi and Myrothecium roridum corn oil formulations for enhanced water resources management and conservation
(Maseno University, 2021)Water hyacinth hinders extraction and supply of clean water by clogging intake systems. Despite control efforts, it has remained resurgent and difficult to manage under current methods. Efficacious control for the weed is ... -
Bioactivity of Endophytes from Calliandra calothyrsus, Leucaena diversifolia and Sesbania sesban Against Cercospora zeae-maydis
(International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, 2020)Endophytes are microorganisms that accomplish parts of their life cycle within living host tissues without causing apparent damage to the plants. Endophytes confer survival advantage to the plant as they play a role in ...
