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Bacteria Isolated from Lake Magadi Soil with Potential for Utilization of Different Substrates
(University of Embu, 2020)There is a wide distribution of soda lakes in the world, but most are found in arid and semi-arid areas. Soda lakes contain high salt concentration with a high pH. This study was done in Lake Magadi, located in the ... -
Bacteria Isolates from Microbial Mats in Lake Magadi with Potential for Substrate Utilization
(University of Embu, 2019)Lake Magadi is an alkaline, hypersaline environment with extreme environmental conditions that allow specific microorganisms with specific characteristics to flourish. Its pH ranges from 9-11.5, very high temperatures, ... -
Beneficial or Not? The Efficacy of Ultra Violet Sterilization Chambers in Barber Shops within Juja
(University of Embu, 2019)Over the past few years, hairdressing, especially among men, has gained popularity and this has been attributed to the increase in disposable personal income and peer pressure among mainly the youth to conform to the ... -
Benefits Of Indigenous Trees Species for Restoration of Moist Forests, Mt. Kenya
(University of Embu, 2018)Natural forests in Kenyan are important national assets that play critical roles in the economy while offering a range of ecological services. The early assault on natural forests involved clearing thousands of hectares ... -
Bioactive Producing Bacteria Obtained from Termite’s Subterranean Nests and Surrounding Mound Soil at University of Embu Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)Embu County has a range of climates ranging from wet and cool in the northern portions that traverse up Mount Kenya to relatively warm and dry in the central and southern parts of the County. Due to this gradient in ... -
Biosorption of Chromium (Iii) Ions Onto Banana Petiole
(University of Embu, 2019)Water pollution is a major issue in Kenya. It has continuously led to issues of clean water shortage which had led to citizens to use water that doesn’t meet safety standards. Heavy metals (metals which have densities of ... -
Budgetary Process and Financial Performance of Embu County Government, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)The rate of absorbtion of development funds by Kenyan County Governments has been low, a factor that has gnawed at it for years since the inception of County Government in Kenya. The study ought to cletennine the effect ... -
Cellulolytic Bacteria in Rumen Contents of Carcasses from Majimbo Abattoir in Embu County Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)Cellulose is a biopolymer that is found widely distributed on earth and it is a constituent of the plant cell walls and some algae. Cellulose hydrolyzing bacteria are adapted well to the environments containing cellulose ... -
Challenges in Alleviating Water Scarcity in Mutonguni Ward, Kitui County
(University of Embu, 2017)Water scarcity have become rampant worldwide especially in ASAL, s due to climate change and increased population where about two billion people live in water scarce areas. Efforts to alleviate water scarcity have born no ... -
Challenges of E-Procurement Adoptions in Kenyan Public Sector (A case study of parastatal in ministry of Finance).
(University of Embu, 2019)This study aimed to research e-procurement in the Public Sector with a view to investigate the challenges in adoption of e-procurement. Current literature on Public Procurement indicates a shift towards adoption of new ... -
Changes in the physico-chemical parameters of the university dams
(University of Embu, 2019)Located in Embu County, at the southern side of Mount Kenya, there are four water reservoirs in the University all of which are connected to each other in a series. These dams have received little scientific attention ... -
Characterization of Carica Papaya Seedlings Pathogens In Kamiu Tree Nurseries at Embu County
(University of Embu, 2021-09)Papaya (Carica papaya L.) is an important fruit crop cultivated in many parts of the world. Its cultivation happens in different stages; from seeds, to seedling and finally to a grown papaya crop. Papaya crop in its ... -
Cheap Insurance Telematics Application for Insurance Premiums and Motor Fleet Management
(University of Embu, 2019)There has been a high population growth in Kenya in recent years which has resulted in increase in number of vehicles to facilitate movement. However, as the vehicles increases, road accidents also increase, this is due ... -
Comparative Load of Escherichia coli in DAM3 AND DAM5 Of the University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)Escherichia coli (E.coli) hardiness, versatility, broad use and ease of handling have made it the most intensively studied and best understood organism worldwide. However, research on E.coli has primarily examined it as ... -
Control of Aphids on Kales Using Gentle Soap and Garlic Solution
(University of Embu, 2019)Kale (Brassica oleraceae var acephala), commonly known as sukumawiki, is a crop that belongs to the Brassicas family. The crop is highly nutritious containing high levels of vitamins, minerals and brain-boosting ... -
Coping Strategies Addressing Water Shortages in Kiritiri Area in Mbeere Sub-County, Embu County
(University of Embu, 2017)The study aimed at identifying the appropriate mitigation measures to curb water shortage at Kiritiri area in Mbeere Sub County. The study purposed to identify the causes deteriorating the water resources hence leading to ... -
Corporate Governance and Financial Performance of Microfinance Institutions in Embu.
(University of Embu, 2020)The research examined the effect of CG on the financial performance of MFIs in Embu. CG deals with accountability and responsibility through implementation of guidelines and mechanisms to ensure good behavior and sound ... -
Corporate Governance and Financial Performance of Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Embu County
(University of Embu, 2020)SACCOs have been growing in the recent past so as to meet the financial needs of many who cannot access the same services from the mainstream banking sector. However, the SACCCOs are faced by some challenges as they grow ... -
Corporate Governance and the Financial Performance of State Corporations: The Case of New Kenya Cooperative Creameries (KCC)
(University of Embu, 2019)Corporations performance by the performance contracting department at Corporate governance is a concept that involves practices that entail the organization of management and control of companies. It reflects the interaction ...