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View article: Interactive effects of environment on antimicrobial activity of extracts of the termite <i>Macrotermes subhyalinus</i> (Blattodea: Termitidae)
Interactive effects of environment on antimicrobial activity of extracts of the termite <i>Macrotermes subhyalinus</i> (Blattodea: Termitidae) Open
Insects are considered valuable sources of alternative therapeutics to counter the growing global challenge of posed by antibacterial resistance. The termite Macrotermes subhyalinus (Rambur) is particularly of great interest as it not only…
View article: Characterization and Larvicidal Potency of Crude Urtica massaica Extracts Against Anopheles gambiae (Diptera: Culicidae)
Characterization and Larvicidal Potency of Crude Urtica massaica Extracts Against Anopheles gambiae (Diptera: Culicidae) Open
View article: A Microcosm Analysis of Species-Specific Responses of Chironomidae on Heavy Metal Pollution in The Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria
A Microcosm Analysis of Species-Specific Responses of Chironomidae on Heavy Metal Pollution in The Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria Open
The Chironomidae family, known as "non-biting midges" in their adult stage and "bloodworms" in their larval stage, consists of diverse dipteran insects inhabiting various global aquatic environments. Despite extensive global research, data…
View article: Chironomus Species Dna Barcording in Monitoring the Pollution Levels of the Nyanza Gulf in Lake Victoria, Kenya
Chironomus Species Dna Barcording in Monitoring the Pollution Levels of the Nyanza Gulf in Lake Victoria, Kenya Open
Chironomidae is a group of diptera insects, commonly known as “non-biting midges'' in the adult stage and “bloodworms” in the larval stage, represent a group of insects that thrive in various aquatic environment worldwide. Despite the plet…
View article: Characterization and Antibacterial Activity of Soil Actinomycetes from Diverse Land Use Systems in Meru South, Eastern Kenya
Characterization and Antibacterial Activity of Soil Actinomycetes from Diverse Land Use Systems in Meru South, Eastern Kenya Open
Aim: The increasing emergence and global spread of antibiotic-resistance by microorganisms pose a severe public health threat. Continuous exploration of different environments is required to find new sources of antibacterial compounds. The…
View article: Spatial Variations in Aquatic Insect Community Structure in the Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya
Spatial Variations in Aquatic Insect Community Structure in the Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya Open
Background. Aquatic insect community structure is dynamic due to threats by anthropogenic activities coupled with changing climatic conditions. The insect’s survival is dependent on the substrate, water quality, and environmental effects. …
View article: The Influence of Soil’s Physicochemical Properties and Land Use Systems on the Abundance of Actinomycetes Populations
The Influence of Soil’s Physicochemical Properties and Land Use Systems on the Abundance of Actinomycetes Populations Open
Aims: In this study, we assessed the effect of physicochemical properties of soils from different land use systems on the population of Actinomycetes.
Study Design: A cross sectional survey design in line transect sampling was used in col…
View article: Screening of Antimicrobial Activity of Poly Herbal Extracts against Bacterial Pathogens Causing Gastroenteritis in Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya
Screening of Antimicrobial Activity of Poly Herbal Extracts against Bacterial Pathogens Causing Gastroenteritis in Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya Open
Herbals have been used for decades to treat gastrointestinal infections across the world, including in Tharaka-Nithi County, Kenya. Crude extracts from herbs have long been prescribed by traditional healers for treatment of typhoid, choler…
View article: Pathogenicity of Alternaria Species Causing Tomato Blight in Agro-Ecological Zones of Kirinyaga County in Kenya
Pathogenicity of Alternaria Species Causing Tomato Blight in Agro-Ecological Zones of Kirinyaga County in Kenya Open
Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill) is a highly consumed and produced vegetable crop with an annual global production of over 185 million tonnes. High consumption and production are due to its nutritional and health benefits. However, to…
View article: Comparative analysis of SARS-CoV-2 detection methods using stool, blood, and nasopharyngeal swab samples
Comparative analysis of SARS-CoV-2 detection methods using stool, blood, and nasopharyngeal swab samples Open
the choice of an appropriate SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic, screening, and surveillance test should be guided by the specific study needs and a rational approach for optimal results.
View article: Agronomic Characterization of Soybean and Bambara Groundnut Genotypes Grown on Different Soils of Lake Victoria Basin
Agronomic Characterization of Soybean and Bambara Groundnut Genotypes Grown on Different Soils of Lake Victoria Basin Open
View article: High seroprevalence of Immunoglobulin G (IgG) and IgM antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals amidst vaccination roll-out in western Kenya
High seroprevalence of Immunoglobulin G (IgG) and IgM antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals amidst vaccination roll-out in western Kenya Open
The population’s antibody response is a key factor in comprehending SARS-CoV-2 epidemiology. This is especially important in African settings where COVID-19 impact, and vaccination rates are relatively low. This study aimed at characterizi…
View article: Determination of effective organic baiting technique for harvesting of termites (Macrotermes Bellicosus) for use as alternative protein for poultry
Determination of effective organic baiting technique for harvesting of termites (Macrotermes Bellicosus) for use as alternative protein for poultry Open
Experiments at Mbaga hills of Siaya County in Kenya were aimed to determine the most effective organic baiting technique for mass harvesting of Macrotermes bellicosus. Around two separate mounds, 5 treatments replicated 3 times, using eart…
View article: SARS-CoV-2 Detection in Fecal Samples in Sym-asymptotic Patients with Typical Findings of COVID-19 on Ag-RDT and SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR Tests
SARS-CoV-2 Detection in Fecal Samples in Sym-asymptotic Patients with Typical Findings of COVID-19 on Ag-RDT and SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR Tests Open
Coronavirus is a disease caused by a severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) which emerged as a global pandemic in 2019 from Wuhan, China. Since its emergence, it has caused immense suffering to human life, 6.27 millio…
View article: Medicinal Plants Used for Treatment of Gastrointestinal Infections in Tharaka-Nithi County
Medicinal Plants Used for Treatment of Gastrointestinal Infections in Tharaka-Nithi County Open
Health care is a basic need to humans which can only be achieved with medicines with high efficacy against disease causing pathogens. Globally, gastrointestinal infections are major health concern particularly to travelers since over 60% v…
View article: Tomato Cultivation and Farmers’ Knowledge on Selected Foliar Fungal Diseases in Agro- Ecological Zones of Kirinyaga County, Kenya
Tomato Cultivation and Farmers’ Knowledge on Selected Foliar Fungal Diseases in Agro- Ecological Zones of Kirinyaga County, Kenya Open
Diseases are hindrance to tomato production in Kirinyaga County, Kenya. However, information on farmer’s knowledge about tomato diseases to warrant pesticide usage is scanty. Further, there is information gap on disease predisposing factor…
View article: High seroprevalence of Immunoglobulin G (IgG) and IgM antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals amidst vaccination roll-out in western Kenya
High seroprevalence of Immunoglobulin G (IgG) and IgM antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals amidst vaccination roll-out in western Kenya Open
Background The population’s antibody response is a key factor in comprehending SARS-CoV-2 epidemiology. This is especially important in African settings where COVID-19 impact, and vaccination rates are relatively low. This study aimed at c…
View article: Occurrence of fungal foliar diseases of tomato in different agro-ecological zones of Kirinyaga County, Kenya
Occurrence of fungal foliar diseases of tomato in different agro-ecological zones of Kirinyaga County, Kenya Open
Tomato production is characterized by inconsistent quality and yields due to biotic constraints such as fungal foliar diseases. Information on the occurrence of the diseases in different agro-ecological zones of Kenya is scanty. This study…
View article: In-vitro Evaluation of Fungicide Sensitivity of Tomato Leaf Blight Pathogens
In-vitro Evaluation of Fungicide Sensitivity of Tomato Leaf Blight Pathogens Open
Tomato early and late blight diseases caused by Alternaria solani and Phytophthora infestans respectively, are constraints to tomato production globally. Conventional use of commercial synthetic fungicides in management of tomato blight di…
View article: Prevalence of banana Xanthomonas wilt in Nithi, Tharaka-Nithi County in Kenya
Prevalence of banana Xanthomonas wilt in Nithi, Tharaka-Nithi County in Kenya Open
Banana (Musa spp.) is a nutrient rich crop grown in small and large scale across the globe. It is rich in carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals thus, it may serve as the source of nutrition in low resourced regions such as Tharaka Nithi Cou…
View article: Evaluation of Soybean varieties and Bambara Groundnut landraces for agronomic characters when cultivated on different soils of Lake Victoria Basin
Evaluation of Soybean varieties and Bambara Groundnut landraces for agronomic characters when cultivated on different soils of Lake Victoria Basin Open
Projected global rise in population poses challenge to access to food and economic growth. Nonetheless, farmers have continually depended upon minor range of crops for food and industrial use. In the Lake Victoria basin, inadequate attenti…
View article: Assessment of Rhizobia Strains Isolates of Soils around Lake Victoria Basin for their Effectiveness in Nodulation and Symbiotic Efficiency on Soybeans and Bambara Groundnuts
Assessment of Rhizobia Strains Isolates of Soils around Lake Victoria Basin for their Effectiveness in Nodulation and Symbiotic Efficiency on Soybeans and Bambara Groundnuts Open
The symbiotic Biological nitrogen fixation (SBNF) is a sustainable and low-cost alternative to expensive and inaccessible inorganic fertilizers. However, SBNF is underutilized in soils of Lake Victoria basin due to insufficient information…
View article: Molecular characterization of wood ear mushrooms [Auricularia sp.] from Kakamega Forest in Western Kenya
Molecular characterization of wood ear mushrooms [Auricularia sp.] from Kakamega Forest in Western Kenya Open
Tanzania natural forests harbor several indigenous edible mushrooms that are meagerly exploited due to various reasons including unawareness on their potential values. This study establishes antioxidant potentials of seven wild edible mush…
View article: Morphological, genetic and symbiotic characterization of root nodule bacteria isolated from Bambara groundnuts (Vigna subterranea L. Verdc) from soils of Lake Victoria basin, western Kenya
Morphological, genetic and symbiotic characterization of root nodule bacteria isolated from Bambara groundnuts (Vigna subterranea L. Verdc) from soils of Lake Victoria basin, western Kenya Open
Low soil nitrogen (N) is a major constraint for sustainable crop production in smallholder farming systems in Africa.Grain legumes such as bambara groundnuts (Vigna subterranea L. Verdc).can form N fixing symbiotic association with root no…