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Computer-controlled apparatus for automated development of continuous flow methods

Wentzell, Peter D; Hatton, Michael J; Shiundu, Paul M; Ree, Ronald M; Wade, Adrian P (1989)

An automated apparatus to assist in the development ofanalytical continuous flow methods is described. The system is capable of controlling and monitoring a variety ofpumps, valves, and detectors through an IBM PC-AT ...
Copyright Challenges in Digital Libraries in Kenya from the Lens of a Librarian

Kamau, Grace Wambui (2018-03-13)

This chapter examines copyright issues and challenges facing digital libraries with a specific emphasis on Kenya. It covers a number of issues such as the meaning, characteristics and advantages of a digital library; the ...
Curbing Cyberbullying on Facebook: An Analysis of Mitigation Strategies in Universities in Kenya

Kwanya, Tom; Ogolla, Erick; Kibe, Lucy; Kogos, Angella; Onsare, Claudior (2023)

Abstract Cyberbullying is the wilful and repeated use of electronic devices and platforms to harm others. It is becoming increasingly practised amongst university students in digital spaces. This paper examines the ...
Cyber-bullying research in Kenya: a meta-analysis

Kwanya, Tom; Kogos, Angella C.; Kibe, Lucy Wachera; Ogolla, Erick Odhiambo; Onsare, Claudia (Emerald Publishing Limited, 2021-03-01)

Purpose – Cyber-bullying is a form of harassment that is perpetrated using electronic media. The practice has become increasingly common especially with the growing ubiquity of social media platforms. Most cyberbullying ...
Development of catalytic photometric flow injection methods for the determination of selenium

Shiundu, Paul M; Wade, Adrian P (1991)
Diffusion of Information and Communication Technologies in communication of agricultural information among agricultural researchers and extension workers in Kenya

Kiplang’at, Joseph (South African Journal of Library and Information Science, 2005)

The paper reports on the findings of a study that investigated the diffusion of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in communication of agricultural information among agricultural researchers and extension ...
The diffusion of innovations theory as a theoretical framework in library and information science research

Kiplang’at, Joseph; Minishi, Majanja, Mabel K. (South African Journal of Library and Information Science, until Vol 67, Issue 2, 2005)

This paper discusses the appropriateness of Diffusion of Innovations (DoI) Theory as a platform for explaining aspects of information and communication technology (ICT) innovation adoption process in the field of Library ...
Effect of heavy metal pollution on microalgae richness and diversity in Lake Victoria

Mwita, CJ; Nguu, EK; Wasonga, CO; Shiundu, P.M (2009)
Effects of heavy metal pollution on ω3 polyunsaturated fatty acids levels in tilapia fish from Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria

Muinde, V; Nguu, E; Ogoyi, D; Shiundu, Paul M (2013)
Effects of Tacit Knowledge on the Performance of Selected Universities in Kenya

Kwanya, Tom; MURUMBA, Joan Wakasa; MAINA, Jane Cherono (sciendo, 2020)

Abstract: Tacit knowledge (TK) is non-codified and personal (sticky) knowledge that is difficult to transfer. TK cannot be said to be significant if there is a lack of tangible contributions. Universities can only realize ...
The emerging roles of academic librarians in Kenya: apomediaries or infomediaries?

Kwanya, Tom; Nakitare, Joel; Sawe, Emily; Nyambala, Joyce (Emerald Publishing Limited, 2020-06-01)

Purpose – The main purpose of this study was to investigate the emerging roles of academic librarians in Kenya, with a view to determining whether they perform better as apomediaries or infomediaries. The specific objectives ...
Enhancing Organisational Performance in Kenyan Universities Through Effective Tacit Knowledge Management

Murumba, Joan Wakasa; Kwanya, Tom (2019-07-24)

Knowledge is an important asset and tacit knowledge is located in the minds of people. To succeed, organisations have to make the best use of their knowledge assets. This can be achieved through diverse initiatives such ...
Enzymatic Decolorization of Malachite Green Dye by a Newly Isolated Bacillus Cereus Strain wwcp1

Wanyonyi, WC; Onyari, JM; Shiundu, PM; Mulaa, FJ (2014)

Enzymatic d ecolorization of Malachite Green (MG) dye was studied using crude enzyme from a newly isolated Bacillus cereus str ain wwcp1. 98 % decolorization efficien cy was achieved within 24 hours ...
Equalizing Utilization of Information Among Rural Schools In Kenya Through Satellite Technology

Ndiku, Dr. Mbenge T.; Dr. Mwai, Naomi W. (2016-09-28)

Abstract: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is a principal driver of economic development and social change worldwide. Information Communication and Technologies empower people with the ability to communicat ...
Essentiality of a Newly Identified Carbohydrate-Binding Module for the Function of CelB (BH0603) from the Alkaliphilic Bacterium Bacillus halodurans▿

Wamalwa, Benson Munyali; Sakka, Makiko; Shiundu, Paul M; Ohmiya, Kunio; Kimura, Tetsuya; Sakka, Kazuo (2006)

CelB (BH0603) from Bacillus halodurans is a modular glycoside hydrolase with a family 5 catalytic module, an immunoglobulin-like module, and module PfamB of unknown function. The recombinant PfamB module bound to Avicel ...
Every “reader” his or her “book”: Information services to persons with disabilities in Tangaza University College

Kwanya, Tom; Awuor, Afline (KLISC Journal of Information Science and Knowledge Management, 2023)

ABSTRACT Shiyali Ramamrita Ranganathan, an Indian librarian, and mathematician developed the Five Laws of Librarianship in 1931. Principles drawn from these laws undergird the design and delivery of library services to ...
FACTORS AFFECTING PARTICLE RETENTION IN THERMAL FIELD-FLOW FRACTIONATION

Shiundu, Paul M; Munguti, Stephen M; Wamalwa, Ben. M (2002)

In this paper, we report a range of factors which affect the retention of colloidal particles in thermal field-flow fractionation (ThFFF). These results are observed among different sizes of polystyrene (PS) latex particles ...
Harnessing fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies for sustainable development in Africa: a meta-analysis

Kwanya, Tom; Kibe, Lucy; Nyagowa, Hesbon (Emerald Publishing Limited, 2023-02-19)

Abstract Purpose – The fourth industrial revolution (4IR) has changed the way people operate. All sectors of the economy have been affected by this technological advancement. However, little is known of how 4IR technologies ...
Harnessing fourth industrial revolution (4IR) technologies for sustainable development in Africa: a meta-analysis

Kwanya, Tom; Nyagowa, Hesbon; Kibe, Lucy (Emerald Insight, 2023-02-19)

Abstract Purpose – The fourth industrial revolution (4IR) has changed the way people operate. All sectors of the economy have been affected by this technological advancement. However, little is known of how 4IR technologies ...
High-level heterologous expression of Bacillus halodurans putative xylanase xyn11a (BH0899) in Kluyveromyces lactis

Wamalwa, Benson Munyali; Zhao, Guangshan; Sakka, Makiko; Shiundu, Paul M; Kimura, Tetsuya; Sakka, Kazuo (2007)

The putative xyn11A structural gene (BH0899) encoding a family-11 xylanase from alkaliphilic Bacillus halodurans strain C-125 was heterologously expressed in the yeast Kluyveromyces lactis CBS 1065 and secreted to a level ...

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