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A preliminary study of Thermoluminescence of beta-irradiated SrAl2O4:Eu2+, Dy3+ phosphors
(2015)Eu2+ doped and Dy3+ co-doped strontium aluminate (SrAl2O4:Eu2+,Dy3+) phosphors were synthesized by the solution - combustion technique at 500 oC using urea as a reducer, a widely known method for preparing nano sized ... -
Preparation and Properties of Long Afterglow CaAl2O4 Phosphors Activated by Rare Earth Metal Ions
(University of the Free State Republic of South Africa, 2011-11)This work comprises of several aspects of calcium-aluminate phosphor activated with rare earth metal ions i.e. (CaAl2O4:Eu2+, Nd3+, and Dy3+). In particular the luminescent and structural properties of the long afterglow ... -
Presenting Oneself as a Nurse: A Social and Professional Reality Construction
(Unisa Press, 2002-11)The paper examined the historical development of nursing education and practice in two selected African countries as a background for analysing the image of nurses and nursing. Mead's (1934) Symbolic InteractionistTheof\' was ... -
Prevalence and host resistance to Common bean rust Disease In Central and Western Kenya
(UoEm, 2023-08)Rust (Uromyces appendiculatus) (Pers.:Pers.) Unger., is among the most destructive pathogens constraining the production of common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in Kenya. The study's objectives were to (i) determine the ... -
Prevalence and Incidence of HIV Infection among Fishermen along Lake Victoria Beaches in Kisumu County, Kenya
(Scientific Research, 2014-06)Background: Herpes simplex virus type-2 (HSV-2) and human papillomavirus (HPV) are common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among fishing communities and are associated with high HIV prevalence in this underserved ... -
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Human Herpes Virus Type 8 (HHV-8), Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1 (HIV-1), and Syphilis among Female Sex Workers in Malindi, Kenya
(Hindawi, 2019-06)The prevalence of Human Herpes Virus type 8 (HHV-8), Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and syphilis is high in Sub- Saharan Africa. Studies on HHV-8 in Kenya are few and data on its coinfection with HIV and syphilis ... -
Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome Among an Urban Population in Kenya
(2012-04)OBJECTIVE: Developing countries are undergoing an epidemiologic transition accompanied by increasing burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) linked to urbanization and lifestyle modifications. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster ... -
Prevalence of Snail-Transmitted Parasites and the Role Of Snails in Parasite Transmission to Humans in Mwea East
(University of Embu, 2021-09)Snails are a diverse group of mollusks that occupy terrestrial, fresh water and marine environments. Snails act as a host of different parasites leading to snail-borne parasitic diseases. The aim of the study was to ... -
Principal Components Analysis and Adaptive Decision System Based on Fuzzy Logic for Power Transformer
(Elsevier, 2017-12)Power transformers are the most critical part of power electrical system, distribution and transmission grid. The oil and the insulation system (paper properties) degradation have many chemicals inside them, they are the ... -
Private capital inflows and economic growth in Kenya
(2014-04)Most studies on private capital inflows and economic growth are cross-country and give more weight to foreign direct investment than the other components of private capital inflows. In addition, the question as to whether ... -
Probabilistic Analysis of Covid-19 Transmission In Kenya using Markov Chain
(UoEm, 2023)The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on global health and has highlighted the importance of understanding the transmission dynamics of infectious diseases. This study aimed to construct a COVID-19 transmission ... -
The Problem of AIDS May Have Already Solved
(Scientific Research, 2014-12)This article describes an alternative approach to the problem of AIDS. The author proposes a new theory. In this theory, HIV is not a “classic virus”, but a parasitic program that does not have a material carrier. -
Proceedings from 10th Annual Decolonizing Conference
(2017-04)Humanity continues to seek solutions to global and local challenges as well as advancing knowledge and innovations to enhance wellness. In such endeavors, there is continued misconstruction that interpretation of indigenous ... -
Proceedings from the first Annual International Conference on Decolonizing Education
(University of Embu, 2020-02)Decolonizing formal education involves accepting indigenous and alternative ways of envisioning the world around us. For academics, it would entail accepting indigenous perspectives, ways of knowing and wisdom, ... -
Proceedings of First Annual Postgraduate Seminar Held on May 25, 2017 at University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2017-05-25)The First Annual Postgraduate Seminar of the University of Embu was held at the University’s Charter Hall on 25th May 2017. The one day seminar brought together thirty-five members of academic staff, one external supervisor ... -
Proceedings of the First Proposal and Thesis Writing Workshop
(2015-07)The first Proposal and Thesis Writing Workshop for postgraduate students at Embu University College was held on 16th to 17th July 2015. The workshop brought together 84 postgraduate students who were trained on research ... -
Proceedings of the Second Proposal and Thesis Writing Workshop for M.A, MSc, MBA, M.Ed. and Ph.D. Students
(Board of Postgraduate Studies University of Embu, 2018-04)The Second Proposal and Thesis Writing Workshop was held on 26th April 2018 in the Charter Hall at the University of Embu (UoEm). The workshop aimed to equip postgraduate students with the skills required for proposal ... -
Proceedings of the sixth Postgraduate Students Workshop on Publishing
(University of Embu, 2021-05-27)A one-day postgraduate students’ workshop on publishing was held on 27th May 2021. It brought together 139 participants comprising 110 postgraduate students ,17 academic staff members and 12 non-academic staff members ... -
Proceedings of the Third Publishing Workshop for MSc, MBA, M.Ed. students and Ph.D. Students
(Board of Postgraduate Studies University of Embu, 2017-12)The Third Postgraduate Publishing Workshop was held on 19th December 2017 in the Computer Laboratory at the University of Embu. The workshop aimed to equip postgraduate students with the skills required for thesis writing ... -
Processor for Measuring Radio Network Design Quality
(Scientific Research Publishing, 2011-07)In this paper we present the design and prototyping of an arithmetic processor based on reconfigurable technology, whose purpose is to determine in a parallel manner the quality of the solution in a radio network design ...