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In Vitro control of selected pathogenic organisms by Vernonia adoensis roots
(INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACY & LIFE SCIENCES, 2013-08)The main aim of conducting this study was to evaluate antibacterial activity of methanol–water extract of Vernonia adoensis roots against Salmonella typi, Klebsiella sp, Bacillus cereus, Streptococcus pyogenes, E. coli, ... -
Antibacterial activity of Methanolic extracts of Cola nitida Seeds on Selected Pathogenic Organisms
(International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2014)Cola nitida has been used in folk medicine and is a member of the family Steculicca. The aim of the current study was to investigate the antibacterial activity of Cola nitida. Antibacterial screening was done using agar ... -
In vitro evaluation of antibacterial activity of infused Cola nitida seeds
(International Jounal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2014)The aim of the current work is to investigate the antibacterial activity of infused Cola nitida seeds. Antibacterial screening was done using agar well diffusion method against Bacillus cereus, Serratia marcescens, ... -
Preliminary phytochemical and in vitro control of selected pathogenic organisms by ethanolic extract of Garcinia kola seeds
(International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Science, 2014)Garcinia kola is cultivated for its economic importance. The plant is mainly used as a medicinal herb in West Africa. Although it is bitter the plant is used as a snack and a stimulant due to the high content of caffeine ... -
PHYTOPHARMACOLOGICAL EVALUATION OF LANTANA CAMARA LEAVES’ SMOKE
(International Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, 2014)Lantana camara has been named as one of the most important medicinal plants in the world. The plant has been used in various communities for treatment against various diseases. The plant has been found to have antibacterial ... -
IN VITRO CONTROL OF SELECTED PATHOGENIC ORGANISMS BY METHANOLIC-AQUA EXTRACT OF ACANTHOSPERMUM AUSTRALE LEAVES
(International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research & Analysis, 2014-03)The current study was done to analyse the antibacterial activity of the methanolic- aqua extract of Acanthospermum australe. From the study, the plant was found to inhibit only Bacillus cereus (20.00± 0.000) among all the ... -
IN VITRO ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY OF THE AQUA EXTRACT OF PHYTOLACCA DODECANDRA ROOTS AGAINST LABORATORY STRAINS OF SELECTED HUMAN PATHOGENIC ORGANISMS
(INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOASSAYS, 2015-02-26)The aim of this study is to test the antibacterial activity of the aqua extract of Phytolacca dodecandra roots against Bacillus cereus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, Serratia ... -
Appraisal of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Secondary School Students Regarding HIV and AIDS in Kuria East Sub- County, Kenya
(British Journal of Medical and Health Research, 2016-02)HIV and AIDS continue to be a heavy burden to most individuals, families and countries especially in the developing countries. Empowerment of the youth regarding HIV and AIDS can have a lifelong influence on their behaviour ... -
Determination of iron content in selected indigenous green leafy vegetables in Baraton, Kenya.
(2016-03)A study was done to determine the level of iron in selected indigenous vegetables using UV-vis spectrophotometric method. The four indigenous vegetables that was frequently consumed by Baraton families were; amaranths, ... -
In vitro Antibacterial activity of ethanolic extract of Myrsine africana against laboratory strains of pathogenic organisms
(INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOASSAYS, 2016-03-15)The determination of the antibacterial activity (zone of inhibition) and minimum inhibitory concentration of medicinal plants a crucial step in drug development. In this study, the antibacterial activity and minimum ... -
Antimicrobial Activity of Croton macrostachyus Stem Bark Extracts against Several Human Pathogenic Bacteria
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Prevalence of Gender-Based Violence among Pregnant Women attending Antenatal Care at a Tertiary Health Institution in Benin City, Nigeria
(2017-09)Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the socioeconomic/demography and prevalence of gender-based violence among pregnant women attending antenatal care clinic (ANCC) at University of Benin Teaching Hospital ... -
BEHAVIOURAL FACTORS INFLUENCING HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS INVESTMENT DECISIONS IN THE STOCK MARKET IN NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA
(International Journal of Social Sciences and Information Technology, 2019-06)Behavioural finance arose due to the failure of modern financial theories [capital asset pricing model (CAPM), efficient market hypothesis and arbitrage pricing theory (APT)] to offer answers to the anomalies that were ... -
DETERMINANTS OF FINANCIAL INCLUSION: A LITERATURE REVIEW
(International Journal of Social Sciences and Information Technology, 2019-06)Financial inclusion is the key to economic growth of countries. This is because access to finance enables individuals be able to participate in inclusive growth. The access to financial inclusion is important for financial ... -
CURRENCY DERIVATIVES AND FIRM VALUE OF MULTINATIONAL CORPORATIONS: A LITERATURE REVIEW
(2019-08)Exchange rate risk is a major problem for firms that deal in international business, which may affect their financial value. International business managers have to make an effort to mitigate this exchange rate risk. ... -
Dental Self-Care Habits and Self-Reported Caries Amongst the Elderly in South-Western Kenya
(2020-07-08)Background: Dental diseases continue to plague elderly populations worldwide with multiple effects on health, nutrition and well being. Nevertheless, little is known concerning geriatric oral hygiene behavior and its ... -
Performance of Procurement Methods and Practices in Faith – Based Organizations in Kenya
(International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, 2020-08)Faith – based organizations in Kenya have grown in terms of their operations and systems. This growth has necessitated the establishment of various strategic business units aimed at improving their performance and ... -
Impact of Mobile Technologies on e-learning at the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, Nandi County, Kenya
(Journal of African Interdisciplinary Studies (JAIS), 2021-07)Mobile technology in today’s society plays a major role not only to enhance communication but also facilitate work, fun, entertainment as well as education. These devices improve the efficiency of transmitting information ... -
Analysis of the Relationship between Management Remuneration and Financial Performance of Selected Public Listed Companies in the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2021-08)This study aimed at evaluating the relationship between management remuneration and financial performance of selected listed companies in Nairobi Securities exchange and adopted quantitative research method while utilising ... -
The Relationship between Debt to Equity Ratio and return on Equity of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(Journal of African Interdisciplinary Studies, 2021-09)Despite regulations put in place by the Central Bank of Kenya, some banks still become bankrupt. As at 31st December 2020, there were 43 commercial banks in Kenya, out of which two were in receivership while one was under ...