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Enhancing Biogas Production from Press Mud Using Convolutional Neural Networks for Process Optimization and Yield Improvement
(Partners Universal Multidisciplinary Research Journal (PUMRJ), 2024-11-04)This paper discusses the application of Convolutional Neural Networks in improving biogas production from byproducts of sugar industries, particularly press mud. It identifies the optimal conditions that predict high yield ... -
Policy Influence on Genetic Modification: Innovations in Enhancing Crop Nutrition
(Partners Universal Multidisciplinary Research Journal (PUMRJ), 2024-11)This research provides a graphic overview of how best to form the most influential policy on the usage of genetic modification in crop nutritional content improvement. It explains and critically describes new emerging GM ... -
Ethnoveterinary Practices for Wild Medicinal Plants from Malawi, Rwanda, and Ethiopia: A Critical Review
(South Asian Research Journal of Agriculture and Fisheries, 2024-12-04)Ethnoveterinary practices, particularly the use of wild medicinal plants, play a significant role in animal healthcare in many rural communities of Malawi, Rwanda, and Ethiopia. These traditional practices provide affordable ... -
Literature Review on Biogas Feeding Systems
(Partners Universal Innovative Research Publication (PUIRP), 2024-10)Biogas feeding systems are the most important elements that influence the efficiency and productivity of the anaerobic digestion process. This paper reviews the different feeding strategies, including continuous, ... -
Impact of Parental Deprivation on Academic Success of Children: A Study of Public Primary Schools in Masaba South, Kenya
(Advances in Research, 2024-11-08)This study investigated the relationship between parental deprivation and academic achievement among children from public primary schools. Using correlation and cross-sectional study designs, data were collected from 10 ... -
MODELING OF SOIL EROSION RISK UTILIZING MORPHOMETRIC ANALYSIS AND GEOSPATIAL APPROACH IN LAKE NAKURU, KENYA
(INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PROGRESSIVE RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT AND SCIENCE (IJPREMS), 2024-10-10)Applicability and integration of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and Remote Sensing (RS) with morphometric analysis are essential in modeling, delineating, and predicting water-induced soil erosion risks ... -
Bridging Environmental Education and Sustainable Development: An Integrated Approach for a Greener Future
(Asian Basic and Applied Research Journal, 2024-11-12)This study examines the critical role of integrated environmental education in promoting sustainable development across diverse global contexts. As the world grapples with unprecedented environmental challenges, including ... -
Perception of Parents of Children with Mental Health in Kisii County, Kenya
(Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports, 2024-11-08)Many studies done on families and hospitals have shown a high prevalence of children's mental illnesses. Due to discrimination and stigmatization connected to mental illness in children, few parents take their children to ... -
Climate Information Services (CIS): A Vital Tool for Africa's Climate Resilience: Climate Information Services (CIS): A Vital Tool for Africa's Climate Resilience
(Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports, 2024-09-25)Climate Information Services (CIS) serve as vital assets for Africa in navigating the intricate challenges of climate change. They offer prompt, reliable, and easily understandable climate information, enabling individuals, ... -
Artificial Intelligence Systems and Medical Negligence: An Overview and Perspective of a Case Study in Ghana Civil Procedure Rules, 2004 (C.I. 47)
(Iraqi Journal for Computers and Informatics Information Technology and Communications University, 2024-06-29)Objective: This article discusses the evidentiary requirements for demonstrating scientific negligence under Ghana’s Civil Procedure Rules 2004 (C.I. 47) in the context of emerging artificial intelligence (AI) diagnostic ... -
Measurement characteristics and correlates of HIV-related stigma among adults living with HIV: a cross-sectional study from coastal Kenya
(BMJ Open, 2022-01-14)Objective We studied the psychometric properties of the 12-item short version of the Berger HIV stigma scale and assessed the correlates of HIV-related stigma among adults living with HIV on the Kenyan coast. Design ... -
Exploring the Role of Universities in Enhancing Food Security and Food Safety in Kenya
(Global Scientific Journals, 2022)The number of undernourished people in agriculture and livestock reliant communities in Kenya is on the rise. Hunger has increased not just in traditional arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs), but also in agriculturally ... -
Rethinking Public Health Insurance Coverage in Kenya in the Wake of a Global Pandemic
(Open Access Library Journal, 2022)For many decades after independence, the Kenyan government ensured a vigorous pursuit of the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) coverage to those in formal employment and generally pursued a policy of laissez-faire ... -
The ‘Evil Eye’ (Ebibiriri) In The Gusii Community Origins, Manifestations And Effects: Origins, Manifestations And Effects
(IOSR Journal Of Humanities And Social Science (IOSR-JHSS), 2023-05-05)Social Workers, Sociologists and Social anthropologists have given little attention to the evil-eye in communities where the depravity is predominant. The evil eye has continued to affect the health and social well-being ... -
Understanding The Causes And Consequences Of Missing Marks In Kenyan Universities: A Qualitative Analysis
(IOSR Journal Of Humanities And Social Science (IOSR-JHSS), 2023-05-05)Missing marks is a prevalent issue in Kenyan universities that has significant implications for both students and the institutions. Missing marks occur when grades or scores for a student's coursework or exam are not ... -
Lack of benefit sharing undermines support for nature conservation in an Eastern Afromontane biodiversity hotspot
(Ecology and Society, 2022)Successful forest conservation in the tropics depends on various biophysical, socioeconomic, cultural, and political factors. Researchers, environmental practitioners, and local people recognize the need to resolve ... -
Social Impact Assessment of Livelihood Promotion Programmes in Coastal Kenya
(Technical University of Munich, 2016-06)Livelihood comprises all activities that individuals, households or communities engage in to sustain a living, “comprising the capabilities, assets (including both material and social resources) and activities required ... -
Assessment of Kenyan public perception on genetic engineering of food crops and their products
(www.biosciences.elewa.org, 2010)Objectives: To assess public perceptions towards Genetically Modified (GM) Crops and foods in Kenya. Specifically, to: (1) find out Kenyans’ level of awareness and knowledge of GM crops and foods; (2) find out the attitudes ... -
Ethical dilemmas of social science research on AIDS and orphanhood in Western Kenya
(Elsevier, 2008)This paper is based on the experiences drawn from a long-term social science research programme on the impact of the AIDS pandemic on orphanhood in western Kenya. It discusses the ethical dilemma of maintaining a delicate ... -
Public perception towards genetically modified crops and food in Kenya
(Sabinet, 2010)The purpose of this study was to assess public perception of Genetically Modified (GM) Crops and Foods in Kenya. The specific objectives were to find out the influence of background factors and Agro-ecological zones on the ...