University of Embu Repository: Recent submissions
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The Latitudinal Biotic Interaction Hypothesis revisited contrasting latitudinal richness gradients in actively vs. passively accumulated interaction partners of honey bees
(UoEm, 2025)Contrasting hypotheses suggest that the number of biotic interactions per species couldeither increase towards the equator due to the increasing richness of potential interaction partners (Neutral theory),or decrease in ... -
Diversity analysis and genome‑wide association studies of seed weight trait in Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc.) using diversity array technology sequence derived single nucleotide polymorphism markers
(UoEm, 2025-02-22)Bambara groundnut is an indigenous drought tolerant legume cultivated in Africa. In Kenya, the crop is grown by women and the diver- sity of the accessions grown is unknown. Lack of information on the crop’s diversity ... -
Undergraduates’ Lifestyle and Suboptimal Health Status (SHS): A cross-sectional Study in the Ha’il region of Saudi Arabia
(UoEm, 2025-02-20)University students in Saudi Arabia are embracing some of the negative traits of the fastpaced modern lifestyle, typified by unhealthy eating, low physical activity, and poor sleep habits that may increase their risk for ... -
Introgressing Photoperiod/Thermo-sensitive Genic Male Sterile Gene into Basmati 370 Rice
(UoEm, 2025-01-08)The emasculation of male gametes in pollen-recipient parents among self-pollinated crops (rice) is key to producing quality hybrid rice seeds. One of the emasculation tools in rice breeding is the photoperiodthermo sensitive ... -
Exploring Socio-Economic Characteristics on Adoption Intensity of Biochar Among Farming Households in Sub-Humid Regions of Western Kenya
(UoEm, 2025-01-08)Agriculture is a cornerstone of Kenya's economy, yet declining soil fertility and low adoption of sustainable agricultural technologies, such as biochar, have hindered productivity among smallholder farmers. Biochar is ... -
Sustainable Agroecological Practices in Sub-Saharan Africa in the Face of Climate Change
(UoEm, 2024-11-11)This book emphasizes the critical importance of agroecological practices as a response to the climate crisis in sub-Saharan Africa. It explores the intricate relationship between agriculture, ecosystems, and climate, ... -
Decomposition of the Coffee Value Chain Among Smallholder Farmers in Embu and Kirinyaga Counties in Central Kenya
(UoEm, 2024-10-24)The coffee value chain is lengthy and complex with numerous actors and this exposes the farmers to inherent financial risks. This study sought to decompose the coffee value chain and its dynamics. The study was undertaken ... -
The Ark of Taste in Kenya
(UoEm, 2024-10-17)am firmly convinced that our most urgent task is to protect biodiversity as the foundation of our food system. Many local crop varieties are dis- appearing and the widespread use of chemicals in agriculture ... -
Alumni Association Representative
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Macroeconomic Factors, Foreign Portfolio Investment, Market Capitalization and Stock Return of Firms Listed at the Securities Exchanges in East Africa
(2022-09)ABSTRACT Securities exchange play a vital role in the growth of an economy by encouraging savings and investment, as well as helping local and international investors to access cost-effective capital. Despite the benefits ... -
Corporate Governance, Financial Risk Management, Firm Characteristics And Performance of Insurance Firms in Kenya
(2022-09)The insurance industry plays a pivotal role in providing innovative solutions to the significant social, economic and environmental challenges the country faces. Despite the contribution of the sector, insurance firms are ... -
Mathematical Modelling of Host-Pest Interaction in the Presence of Insecticides and Resistance
(UoEm, 2024-09)Several pest management programs have been developed to control the rising agricultural pest populations. However, the challenge of rapid evolution and pest resistance towards the control measures continues to cause high ... -
Staff Profile: Dr. Elizabeth Atieno Obura
(UoEm, 2023-12-08)Dr. Obura, Elizabeth Atieno, earned her Ph.D and M.Ed in Educational Administration and Planning both from The Catholic University of Eastern Africa and B.Ed Arts English/Literature in English from the same University. She ... -
Staff Profile:Dr. Zachary Njagi Ndwiga
(UoEm, 2023-12-08)Previously worked as a professional teacher with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Has experience in teaching in secondary school for three years, diploma teacher training college for seven years and another seven ... -
Staff Profile: Dr. Timothy Bariu
(UoEm, 2023-12-08)I am a skilled academic professional with extensive experience in education and curriculum development. My background includes serving as a Full-time Lecturer at the University of Embu. I hold a Ph.D. in International and ... -
Staff Profile:Dr. Madrine King’endo (PhD)
(UoEm, 2023-12-08)Research Interests: Human behaviour, talented and gifted children, psychological assessment