Adapting health behavior measurement tools for cross-cultural use - Vreeman, Rachel C.; McHenry, Megan S; Nyandiko, Winstone M. (2013)

Adolescent girls’ communicative experiences in negotiating issues relating to menstruation at an informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya - Stella, Chebii Jerop (Moi University, 2013)

African Indigenous Education: A Case of the Keiyo of Kenya - Chang’ach, John Koskey (US-China Education Review, 2013)

Ama Ata Aidoo's short stories: empowering the African girl-child - Roselyne Shigali, Hellen (African Literature Today, 2013)

AMPATH-Oncology: A model for comprehensive cancer care in sub-Saharan Africa. - Robert Mathew Strother; Fredrick C Asirwa; Nafthali Busakhala; Evangeline Njiru; Elkanah Omenge Orang'o; Festus Njuguna; Judy Skilles; Jane Carter; Ann Mega; Grace JL Kaspers; Barry Rosen; Michael K. Krzyzanowska; et al. (Journal of Cancer Policy, 2013)

Analysis of Cost Sharing in the Public Universities - Serem, DK; Kara, M.A. (International Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 2013)

An Analysis of Emotional Intelligence and the Performance of Principals in Selected Schools in Kenya. - Ayiro L.P (Journal of Advances in Developing Human Resources, 2013)

Antiretroviral treatment interruptions induced by the Kenyan postelection crisis are associated with virological failure - Mann, Marita; Diero, Lameck; Kemboi, Emmanuel; Mambo, Fidelis; Rono, Mary; Injera, Wilfred; DeLong, Allison; Schreier, Leeann; Kaloustian, Kara W; John Sidle; others (Journal of acquired immune deficiency syndromes (1999), 2013)

Application of Managerial Grid Model in Catering and Hostels Departments of Moi University - Kiaritha, N. (Germany: Lambert Academic Publishing, 2013)

Appraising Official Response to Community Development Needs in Kenya: 1963 to the Present. Ontita, E. G, E. M. Mwenzwa & J. A. Misati. (Eds). Themes in Contemporary Community Development in Africa: A Multi-Disciplinary P - Chesire, M. A. (Themes in Contemporary Community Development in Africa: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective Pau: Delizon & Elvee, 2013)

An assessment of the differences in Mathematics and Chemistry Performance between boys and girls in Secondary Schools in Bomet District,Kenya. - Korir, D.K.; Laigong,B.C. (International Journal of Advanced Research., 2013)

The Association of Falciparum Malaria and HIV/AIDS Infection in Relation to Parasitaemia and Anti-malarial Treatment Outcome as Seen at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Eldoret, Kenya. - J K Kirinyet (Ijar, 2013)

Association of Lumbar Disc Degeneration with socio-demographics of Low Back Pain Patients in Eldoret. - Orege,J.A.,Abuya, J.M.,Onditi Elias, G.D (International Journal of Advanced Research, 2013)

The award of the PhD degree in Kenyan universities: a quality assurance perspective - Ayiro, Laban P; Sang, James K (Quality in Higher Education, 2013)

The Bicycle - Mboya, Tom M; Chin Ce (African Short Stories, 2013)

Body Composition, Water turnover and Physical activity among women in - Keino, Susan; van den Borne, Bart; Plasqui, Guy (International journal of Sports Medicine, 2013)

Cardio-respiratory Fitness Markers among a Kenyan University Students’ Cohort by use of a 20 M SRT. - "Magutah, K" (African Health Sci,, 2013)

Cash-transfer programmes in developing countries - Gilmour, S.; Hamakawa, T.; Shibuya, K. (Lancet, 2013)

Challenges Facing Women Aspirants in Political Leadership in Kenya in a Book - Wanjiku Khamasi; Chia Longman; mieke vnHAEGENDORENGende (Practices and Challenges: A Call for Accountability, 2013)

Challenges of Informed Consent in International HIV Research in Kenya - Karanja, Eunice Kamaara (Moi University, 2013)

Changes in Physical Fitness among Students at Different Levels of Study. - "Magutah, K"; "Bukachi, F"; "Ojiambo, R" (Kenya J Health Sci,, 2013)

The characteristics of depression among university medical students in Kenya. - Chesire, I.J. (The 1st Interdisciplinary International Conference (IIC-2013), 2013)

Child abuse and neglect among orphaned children and youth living in extended families in sub-Saharan Africa: What have we learned from qualitative inquiry? - Gillian Morantz; Cole, Donald; Vreeman, Rachel; Ayaya, Samuel; Ayuku, David; Braitstein, Paula (Vulnerable Children and Youth Studies, 2013)
Researchers and aid organizations have reported that orphans in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) are particularly vulnerable to abuse and neglect. This article is a review of qualitative studies that address experiences of maltreatment among orphaned children and youth living in extended families in SSA. It aims to inform policy and programming by providing a better understanding of the types of maltreatment encountered and the perceived risk factors. A literature search was carried out using Google, PubMed, Scholars Portal Search and Scopus. Searches of relevant bibliographies and publications of authors were also undertaken. Studies from peer-reviewed journals and the grey literature were reviewed for relevance and quality. Eligible studies had to include orphans living with extended family in SSA as participants, explore their maltreatment experiences and employ a sound qualitative methodology. Findings were coded, extracted, compared and synthesized. Twenty articles, representing 15 studies, were selected. These studies, from diverse SSAn countries, reported similar forms of maltreatment among orphaned children and youth: experiences of intra-household discrimination; material and educational neglect; excessive child labour; exploitation by family members and psychological, sexual and physical abuse. The perceived risk factors were poverty, living with a non-biological caregiver, stigma and alcohol abuse. The findings of the included studies suggest that awareness, prevention and intervention initiatives aimed to curb child abuse and neglect within communities in SSA are needed and should be coupled with efforts to promote education and reduce poverty and stigma.

Client satisfaction with communication skills of health care providers - Kei, Robert M; Jepngetich, Hellen; Kipkulei, C Japheth (Journal of Emerging Trends in Engineering and Applied Sciences, 2013)

Clinical Characteristics of Pediatric Fevers in Western Kenya - Laktabai, Jeremiah (IDWeek, 2013)

Cloud computing: An emerging trend for small and medium enterprises - Korongo, Julia N; Samoei, Daniel K; Gichoya, David M (2013 IST-Africa Conference & Exhibition, 2013)

Cluster-based market segmentation of tourists in Kenya's North Rift Highlands - Kiprutto, Nehemia K; Sitati, Noah W; Akama, John S; Korir, Jacqueline (ZENITH International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 2013)

Commercial home accommodation as a tool for rural tourism in Uasin Gishu County in Kenya - Korir, Jacqueline; Kiprutto, Nehemia; Rop, Wendy (Journal of Tourism, Hospitality and Sports, 2013)

Common magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) patterns in patients with low back pain in Eldoret, Kenya - Orege, Juliette A; Abuya, Joseph Mochama; Elias, GD (J Sci Innov Res, 2013)

Commonly cited incentives in the community implementation of the emergency maternal and newborn care study in western Kenya - Peter Gisore; Rono, B; I. Marete; Nekesa-Mangeni, J; C. Tenge; Shipala, E; Mabeya, H.; Odhiambo, D; Otieno, K; Bucher, S; others (African Health Sciences, 2013)

Community conservation paradigm: The case studies of Mwaluganje elephant sanctuary and ILNgwesi community conservancy in Kenya - Kieti, Damiannah; Manono, George; Momanyi, Stephen; others (Research on Humanities and Social Sciences, 2013)

Comparison of economic values without and with risk for breeding objective traits derived from producer's preferences - K.J. Peters; Bett, R. C.; Kahi, A.K.; IS Kosgey; Gicheha, M.G. (2013)

Comparison of economic values without and with risk for breeding objective traits derived from producer’s preferences - K.J. Peters; Bett, R. C.; Kahi, A.K.; IS Kosgey; Gicheha, M.G. (2013)

Comparison of Jatropha Curcas Profitability To Selected Crops In Yatta District, Kenya (Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 2013)

A comparison of technical and vocational acquired skills differences based on gender in Tvet institutions, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya - Murgor, Titus Kiptoo (Journal of Education and Practice, 2013)

Competent governance for sustainable development in Africa: A philosophical reflection - Kegode, George; Mwaka, Marcella; Kyalo, Wambua B; others (Global science research journals, 2013)

Computer-generated reminders and quality of pediatric HIV care in a resource-limited setting - Were, Martin C; Nyandiko, Winstone M.; Huang, Kristin TL; Slaven, James E; Shen, Changyu; William M. Tierney; Vreeman, Rachel C. (Pediatrics, 2013)

The Contribution of Students’ Personal Effort in their Academic Performance in Vihiga County, Kenya. - Korir, D.K.; Kipkemboi, F. (Journal of Emerging Trends in Education Research and Policy Studies, 2013)

Conversational Openings (COs) and Closings (CCs) in Trader-Customer Kiswahili Discourse - Obuchi, Samuel M. (REYONO Journal of Interdisciplinary Research, 2013)

Credit Risk, Capital Adequacy and Operating Efficiency of Commercial Banks in Kenya - R.M. Odunga; P. M. Nyangweso; D.A. Carter; M. Mwarumba (International Journal of Business and Management Invention, 2013)

Cryotherapy Following Via/Vili In Khwisero Western Kenya: Lesson from The Field Affecting Policy and Practice - Samwel Ngichabe; Pamela Muthaura; Christine Murungi; John Muyoka; Elkanah Omenge Orang'o; Lucy Muchiri (East African medical journal, 2013)

Current trends of Traditional Herbal Medicine Practice in Kenya: A review - Kigen, GK; Ronoh, H.K.; Kipkore,W.K.; Rotich, JK (African Journal of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 2013)
The use of herbal medicine is increasingly finding more relevance today, especially with the recognition that we are facing more challenges in the treatment of some medical conditions such as diabetes and cancer. To date, there are not many publications or records on the traditional herbal medicine use among the various Kenyan communities despite the widespread use. There is therefore an urgent need to document traditional medicines in Kenya for future reference and research.The main objective of this review is to examine the current state of traditional herbal medicine practise in Kenya, the challenges facing the sector and the possible solutions to streamline the practice and maximize on the benefits. The method adopted in this research involved the analysis of the available records on herbal medicine in Kenya from various sources including internet and the available books. This information was then compared with those in other countries with established systems in order to establish the existing inadequacies. The various efforts to document herbal medicine incorporate into mainstream healthcare and the legal framework was also reviewed.
Keywords: Herbal medicine, documentation, research

Deficiency indices and spectrum of fourth order difference equations with unbounded coefficients - Agure, John Ogonji; Ambogo, David Otieno; Nyamwala, Fredrick Oluoch (Mathematische Nachrichten, 2013)

Delivery of HIV care during the 2007 post-election crisis in Kenya: a case study analyzing the response of the Academic Model Providing Access to Healthcare (AMPATH) program. - Goodrich, Suzanne, Samson Ndege, Sylvester Kimaiyo, Hosea Some, Juddy Wachira, Paula Braitstein, John E Sidle, (2013)

De-Participation in community HIV/AIDS initiatives: An emic Understanding - Masese, Eric R; Masita, Edna N. (Delizon publishers, 2013)

Determinants of customer loyalty in Kenya: does corporate image play a moderating role? - Daniel Kipkirong Tarus; Nicholas Rabach (The TQM Journal, 2013)
Purpose – Although previous studies have attempted to explain why some customers remain loyal to a product or service provider and/or why others switch, few studies have interrogated the role of social pressure as well as the moderating role of corporate image. Methodology – The paper uses a composite measure of customer loyalty which provides both behavioral aspects and attitudinal loyalty. Survey data derived from a sample of 140 users of mobile services in Kenya was used and the hypotheses was tested using moderated regression analysis. Findings – The results indicate that perceived service value, service quality and social pressure were significant predictors of customer loyalty, while customer satisfaction was not significant. Corporate image was found to moderate the relationship between service value, service quality, social pressure and customer loyalty. Research limitations – Even though the study utilized a sample similar to other existing studies, future research should use larger samples, different measures of variables and different contexts. Implications – To improve on customer loyalty, mobile telecommunication firms in Kenya should place more emphasis on the value offered to customers as well as the needs of the social units like family, friends and colleagues. Moreover, telecommunication firms should invest in good corporate image in order to realize the benefits of customer loyalty. Originality/value – The study adds value to the understanding of the determinants of customer loyalty. More importantly, social pressure is an important determinant of customer loyalty. Second, corporate image plays a moderating role in customer behavior. Thus firms eager to engender customer loyalty should invest in corporate image.

Determinants of non compliance with public procurement regulations in the public sector, a survey of Government Parastatals in Nairobi, Kenya - Bor, Jones (Moi University 9th Annual International Conference, 2013)

Determinants of the Level of Revenue of Tourist Enterprises within the North Coastal Region of Kenya - Mapelu, Isabel Cheloti; Bor, Thomas; Nthiga, Rita; Kamwea, James; Yego, Jacob (Journal of Tourism, Hospitality and Sports, 2013)

Determinants of the Level of Revenue of Tourist Enterprises within the North Coastal Region of Kenya in Journal of Tourism Hospitality and Sports Volume 1 - Cheloti-Mapelu, I.M. (et al, 2013)

Determination of Strategic Positioning of Newly Chartered Public Universities in Kenya: The Case of Laikipia University - IS Kosgey (Master of Business Administration Project, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, 2013)

Determination of Strategic Positioning of Newly Chartered Public Universities in Kenya: The Case of Laikipia University - IS Kosgey (Master of Business Administration Project, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, 2013)

Determination of Strategic Positioning of Newly Chartered Public Universities in Kenya: The Case of Laikipia University - Kosgey, Isaac Sanga; Nyaberi, Zipporah Kemuma; Nyabwari, Elijah Nyamoki; Nyakado, Job Ochieng; Njuguna, Irene Ngendo; Njoroge, Jane Njeri; Njuguna, Bernard Kabera; Mwongela, Eliud; Mwangi, Agnes Wairimu; Ater, Jackline Atieno; others (Master of Business Administration Project, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, 2013)

Determination of the extent to Which the bucket Flouride filters supplied by the Catholic diocese of Nakuru are able to remove Excessive flouride from drinking water in NakuruTown, Kenya. - Ochieng Maurine Akinyi (2013)

Development and in vitro characterization of a novel prenatal multi-micronutrient powder incorporating differentially microencapsulated calcium carbonate and ferrous fumarate to overcome intra-intestinal calcium-iron interactions - Baxter, Jo-Anna; Roth, Daniel; Aimone, Ashley; Martinuzzi, Frank; Bassani, Diego; Zlotkin, Stanley (Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, 2013)

DHS Working Papers - Mangeni, Judith Nekesa; ann Mwangi; Mbugua, Samwel; Mukthar, Vincent (2013)

Difficulties Encountered by Students in the Learning and Usage of Mathematical Terminology: A Critical Literature Review - E.C. Mulwa (International Journal of Economy, Management and Social Sciences, 2013)

Dimensions of Social Capital in Trifling Event Administration in Kenya - Korir, Kimeli; Bor, Thomas; Korir, Jacqueline; Rotich, Dorothy (Dimensions, 2013)

Disclosure of HIV status to children in resource-limited settings: a systematic review - Vreeman, Rachel C.; Gramelspacher, Anna Maria; Gisore, Peter O; Scanlon, Michael L; Nyandiko, Winstone M. (Journal of the International AIDS Society, 2013)

Diversity in the Board Room: A Business Case or Rhetoric? - Tarus, D.K (Business Review: Advanced Applications, 2013)

Dividend Policy and Share Price Volatility in Kenya - Kenyoru, D.; P. Limo; A. Simiyu (Research Journal of Finance and Accounting, 2013)

Documentation, historic perspective, purpose, benefits, and challenges as faced by nurses - Chelagat D.; Obel M.C.; Sum T.; Chebor A; Kiproo A; Bundotich P. (International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2013)

Does firm profile influence financial access among small and medium enterprises in Kenya? - Musamali, Martin M; Daniel Kipkirong Tarus (Asian Economic and Financial Review, 2013)

An EBSD study of the deformation of service-aged 316 austenitic steel - David N Githinji; Shirley M. Northover; P. John Bouchard; Martin A. Rist (Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A, 2013)

Ecolodges, the future for Sustainable Tourism in Kenya. Tourism, Nature and Environmental Education in Africa. - Burugu, R.; Bor, T; Nthiga, R.; Cheruon, R (2013)

Education reforms in Kenya for Innovation. - Muricho, Wanyama Pius; Chang’ach, John Koskey (2013)

Educational planning: analysis of cost-sharing policy in Kenyan public universities - Serem, David K; Njeri, George M; Kara, Augustine M (2013)

Effect of a conditional cash transfer programme on childhood mortality: a nationwide analysis of Brazilian municipalities - Rasella, D.; Aquino, R.; Santos, C. A.; Paes-Sousa, R.; Barreto, M. L. (Lancet, 2013)

Effect of Capital Structure on Share Performance of listed firms in Kenya: A case of listed Energy Firms. - Buigut, K.; Soi, N.; Koskei, I.; Kibet, J. (European Journal of Business and Management, 2013)

Effect of EMR Implementation On Clinic Time, Patient and Staff Satisfaction, and Chart Completeness In a Resource-Limited Antenatal Clinic In Kenya - Alice Gray; Christe Henshaw; Julie Wright; Jessica Leah; David Caloia; Rachel F Spitzer; Elkanah Omenge Orang'o; Benjamin Chemwolo; William M. Tierney (Cmaj Canadian Medical Association Journal, 2013)

Effect of HIV/AIDS on Anti-Malarial Treatment in Patients Presenting with Malaria at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH), Eldoret, Kenya. - Joel K. Kirinyet (Ijar, 2013)

Effect of International Trade on Economic Growth in Kenya. - Soi, N.; Koskei, I.; Buigut, K.; Kibet, J. (European Journal of Business and Management, 2013)

Effect of iron fortification on malaria incidence in infants and young children in Ghana: a randomized trial - Zlotkin, Stanley; Newton, Samuel; Aimone, Ashley M; Azindow, Irene; Amenga-Etego, Seeba; Tchum, Kofi; Mahama, Emmanuel; Thorpe, Kevin E; Owusu-Agyei, Seth (Jama, 2013)

The effects of the microfinance institutions on small scale business growth: A survey of Uasin-Gishu County, Kenya (2013)

Effects of unconditional and conditional cash transfers on child health and development in Zimbabwe: a cluster-randomised trial - Robertson, L.; Mushati, P.; Eaton, J. W.; Dumba, L.; Mavise, G.; Makoni, J.; Schumacher, C.; Crea, T.; Monasch, R.; Sherr, L.; Garnett, G. P.; Nyamukapa, C.; et al. (2013)

The Efficacy of Tourism as a Tool for Poverty Reduction among the Il Ngwesi Maasai in Kenya. - Kieti, D.M.; Akama, J.S. (In Akama, J. S. eds. TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN KENYA: Critical issues, challenges and alternatives in the new millennium, 2013)

E-government adoption by Government Libraries in Kenya: The E-readiness approach. - OUMA, CARY FO; Kiplang’at, Joseph; CHEGE, DR ANDREW (The MAKTABA Journal of the Kenya Library Association, 2013)

EMERGING ISSUES IN HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE IN 21ST CENTURY, THE KENYAN PERSPECTIVE. (SURVEY STUDY OF HOSPITALITY ESTABLISHMENTS IN NORTH COAST, MOMBASA - KENYA.) (2013)

Empowering Rural Women in Kenya to Alleviate Poverty through Provision of Information.: the case of Vihiga District in Western Province. - Odini S (East African Journal of Information Sciences, 2013)

English Language Teachers’ Choice of Second Language Teaching and Learning Theories in Eldoret Municipality, Kenya (Education Research Journal, 2013)

The epidemiology of substance use among street children in resource-constrained settings: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Embleton, Lonnie; ann Mwangi; Vreeman, Rachel; Ayuku, David; Braitstein, Paula (Addiction, 2013)
Abstract Aims To compile and analyze critically the literature published on street children and substance use in resource-constrained settings. Methods We searched the literature systematically and used meta-analytical procedures to synthesize literature that met the review's inclusion criteria. Pooled-prevalence estimates and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated using the random-effects model for life-time substance use by geographical region as well as by type of substance used. Results Fifty studies from 22 countries were included into the review. Meta-analysis of combined life-time substance use from 27 studies yielded an overall drug use pooled-prevalence estimate of 60% (95% CI = 51–69%). Studies from 14 countries contributed to an overall pooled prevalence for street children's reported inhalant use of 47% (95% CI = 36–58%). This review reveals significant gaps in the literature, including a dearth of data on physical and mental health outcomes, HIV and mortality in association with street children's substance use. Conclusions Street children from resource-constrained settings reported high life-time substance use. Inhalants are the predominant substances used, followed by tobacco, alcohol and marijuana.
Keywords: Homeless youth; resource-constrained settings; street children; substance use; systematic review; volatile solvent use

The epidemiology of substance use among street children in resource-constrained settings: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Embleton, Lonnie; ann Mwangi; Vreeman, Rachel; Ayuku, David; Braitstein, Paula (Addiction, 2013)

The epidemiology of substance use among street children in resource-constrained settings: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Embleton, L.; Mwangi, A.; Vreeman, R.; Ayuku, D.; Braitstein, P. (Addiction, 2013)

Esophageal cancer, the topmost cancer at MTRH in the Rift Valley, Kenya, and its potential risk factors - Patel, Kirtika; Wakhisi, Johnston; Mining, Simeon; ann Mwangi; Patel, Radheka (ISRN oncology, 2013)

Esophageal cancer, the topmost cancer at MTRH in the Rift Valley, Kenya, and its potential risk factors - Patel, Kirtika; Wakhisi, Johnston; Mining, Simeon; ann Mwangi; Patel, Radheka (International Scholarly Research Notices, 2013)

Establishing Webuye Health and Demographic Surveillance Site in rural western Kenya: challenges and lessons learned - Simiyu, CJ; Naanyu, V; Obala, AA; Odhiambo, DO; Ayuo, P; Chelagat, D; Downing, R; D. Menya; Mwaliko, E; O’Meara, WP; others (Population Association of America Annual Meeting Problem, 2013)

Ethical Issues in Medical Knowledge and Research - Wahome, M.; Nderitu,D. (Contemporary Issues in Philosophy, Religion & Theology, 2013)

EVALUATION OF CD4 CELLS COUNT IN HIV/AIDS PATIENT SAMPLES AT KEMRI RECEIVED FROM RHODES CLINIC - Nyongesa, Paul (2013)

EVALUATION OF CD4 CELLS COUNT IN HIV/AIDS PATIENT SAMPLES AT KEMRI RECEIVED FROM RHODES CLINIC - Nyongesa, Paul (2013)

An evaluation of farmers' perceptions of and adaptation to the effects of climate change in Kenya - H. K. Ndambiri; C. N. Ritho; S. G. Mbogoh (University of Nairobi, 2013)

Evaluation of Non-Tuberculous Mycobacterioses and multidrug resistant Tuberculosis in western Kenya - Mbuthia, GW; Gatongi, P; Nyamogoba, HN; Walekhwa, C; Mangeni, JN; Wambui, T (African Journal of Health Sciences, 2013)

The evolution of comprehensive cancer care in Western Kenya. - Robert Mathew Strother; Fredrick C Asirwa; Naftali Busakhala; Evangeline Njiru; Elkanah Omenge Orang'o; Festus Njuguna; G.J.L Kaspers; Barry Rosen; Judy Skilles; Jane Carter; Sierra Washington; Ann Griest; et al. (2013)

Examining the Obligation to Protect the Right to Food in Northern Kenya - Okubasu D, (Centre for Human Rights, 2013)

Factors affecting ANC women’s satisfaction with communication skills of health care providers - Jepngetich, Hellen; Baliddawa, Joice; Kipkulei, Japheth (ISDS, 2013)

Factors affecting teachers' implementation of curriculum reforms and educational policies in schools: The Kenyan experience - Syomwene, A. (Journal of Education and Practice www.iiste.org, 2013)

Factors associated with willingness to accept a routine offer of HIV test in a large referral hospital in western Kenya. - Mangeni, JN; Ballidawa, J.B.; Ndege, S. (East African Journal of Public Health, 2013)

Factors influencing farm crime in Kenya: Opinions and experiences of farmers - Bunei, Emmanuel K; Rono, Joseph K; Samuel R. Chessa (Ohio State University. Libraries, 2013)

Factors that militate against effective guidance and counseling on students’ sexual awareness, attitude and behavior in schools - Songok A; Yungungu A.M; Mulinge P (American International Journal of Social Sciences (AIJSS) (Print ISBN: 2325-4149, Online: ISSN: 2325-4165), 2013)

Financial incentives and coverage of child health interventions: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Bassani, D. G.; Arora, P.; Wazny, K.; Gaffey, M. F.; Lenters, L.; Bhutta, Z. A. (BMC Public Health, 2013)

Fish production practices of smallholder farmers in western Kenya - Charo-Karisa, H; Omasaki, SK; Isaac S. Kosgey (2013)

Fish production practices of smallholder farmers in western Kenya - Omasaki, Simion K; Charo-Karisa, Harrison; Isaac S. Kosgey (Livestock Research for Rural Development, 2013)

Fish production practices of smallholder farmers in western Kenya - Charo-Karisa, H; Omasaki, SK; Isaac S. Kosgey (2013)

Frequency and factors associated with adherence to and completion of combination antiretroviral therapy for prevention of mother to child transmission in western Kenya - Ayuo, Paul; Musick, Beverly; Liu, Hai; Braitstein, Paula; Nyandiko, Winstone; Otieno-Nyunya, Boaz; Gardner, Adrian; Wools-Kaloustian, Kara (Journal of the International AIDS Society, 2013)

Functional outcomes of the knee after retrograde and antegrade intramedullary nailing for femoral shaft fractures - Njoroge, AN; Mwangi, HR; Lelei, LK (Annals of African surgery, 2013)

Gender, Deviance and Rehabilitation: Evidence from Kenyan Penal System - Akong’a (Gender practices and Challenges: A call for Accountability, 2013)

Gender differences in drinking, mood symptoms and risk behaviors among HIV-infected outpatients in western kenya - R. K. Papas; Gakinya, B.N; Sidle, J. E.; Martino, S.; J. B. Baliddawa; Carroll, K.M.; Maisto, SA (ALCOHOLISM-CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH, 2013)

Gender Representation in Kenya’s Hospitality Industry: A Connection to Tourism Entrepreneurial Aptitude - G. K. Riungu; Kiprutto, N.; Kibe, J.; Kiama, F.W. (Journal of Tourism, Hospitality and Sports, 2013)

Global burden of cardiovascular disease - Sliwa, Karen; Mayosi, BM; Bloomfield, GS; Mwangi, A.; Chege, P; Simiyu, CJ; Aswa, DF; Odhiambo, D; Obala, AA; Ayuo, P; others (2013)

Harnessing Alternative Conflict Resolution Strategies for Sustainable Peace and Development in Kenya: A Civil Society Perspective. In: Ontita, E. G, E. M. Mwenzwa & J. A. Misati. (Eds). Themes in Contemporary Community Devel - Chesire, M. A. (Themes in Contemporary Community Development in Africa: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective., 2013)

Harnessing the power of the grassroots to conduct public health research in sub-Saharan Africa: a case study from western Kenya in the adaptation of community-based participatory research (CBPR) approaches - Kamanda, A.; Embleton, L.; Ayuku, D. (BMC Public Health., 2013)

Harnessing the power of the grassroots to conduct public health research in sub-Saharan Africa: a case study from western Kenya in the adaptation of community-based participatory research (CBPR) approaches - Kamanda, A.; Embleton, L.; Ayuku, D.; Atwoli, L.; Gisore, P.; Ayaya, S.; Vreeman, R.; Braitstein, P. (BMC Public Health, 2013)

Harnessing the power of the grassroots to conduct public health research in sub-Saharan Africa: a case study from western Kenya in the adaptation of community-based participatory research (CBPR) approaches - Kamanda, Allan; Embleton, Lonnie; Ayuku, David; Atwoli, Lukoye; Peter Gisore; Ayaya, Samuel; Vreeman, Rachel; Braitstein, Paula (BMC Public Health, 2013)
Community-based participatory research (CBPR) is a collaborative approach to research that involves the equitable participation of those affected by an issue. As the field of global public health grows, the potential of CBPR to build capacity and to engage communities in identification of problems and development and implementation of solutions in sub-Saharan Africa has yet to be fully tapped. The Orphaned and Separated Children's Assessments Related to their Health and Well-Being (OSCAR) project is a longitudinal cohort of orphaned and non-orphaned children in Kenya. This paper will describe how CBPR approaches and principles can be incorporated and adapted into the study design and methods of a longitudinal epidemiological study in sub-Saharan Africa using this project as an example.

Harnessing the power of the grassroots to conduct public health research in sub-Saharan Africa: a case study from western Kenya in the adaptation of community-based participatory research (CBPR) approaches - Kamanda, A.; Embleton, L.; Ayuku, D.; Atwoli, L.; Gisore, P.; Ayaya, S. (BMC Public Health, 2013)

{Harnessing the power of the grassroots to conduct public health research in sub-Saharan Africa: a case study from western Kenya in the adaptation of community-based participatory research (CBPR) approaches.} - Kamanda, A.; Embleton, L.; Ayuku, D.; Atwoli, L.; Gisore, P.; Ayaya, S.; Vreeman, R.; Braitstein, P. (BMC public health, 2013)
Community-based participatory research (CBPR) is a collaborative approach to research that involves the equitable participation of those affected by an issue. As the field of global public health grows, the potential of CBPR to build capacity and to engage communities in identification of problems and development and implementation of solutions in sub-Saharan Africa has yet to be fully tapped. The Orphaned and Separated Children's Assessments Related to their Health and Well-Being (OSCAR) project is a longitudinal cohort of orphaned and non-orphaned children in Kenya. This paper will describe how CBPR approaches and principles can be incorporated and adapted into the study design and methods of a longitudinal epidemiological study in sub-Saharan Africa using this project as an example. The CBPR framework we used involves problem identification, feasibility and planning; implementation; and evaluation and dissemination. This case study will describe how we have engaged the community and adapted CBPR methods to OSCAR's Health and Well-being Project's corresponding to this framework in four phases: 1) community engagement, 2) sampling and recruitment, 3) retention, validation, and follow-up, and 4) analysis, interpretation and dissemination. To date the study has enrolled 3130 orphaned and separated children, including children living in institutional environments, those living in extended family or other households in the community, and street-involved children and youth. Community engagement and participation was integral in refining the study design and identifying research questions that were impacting the community. Through the participation of village Chiefs and elders we were able to successfully identify eligible households and randomize the selection of participants. The on-going contribution of the community in the research process has been vital to participant retention and data validation while ensuring cultural and community relevance and equity in the research agenda. CBPR methods have the ability to enable and strengthen epidemiological and public health research in sub-Saharan Africa within the social, political, economic and cultural contexts of the diverse communities on the continent. This project demonstrates that adaptation of these methods is crucial to the successful implementation of a community-based project involving a highly vulnerable population.

he Wss Po-Matrix Completion For Digraphs of 2x2, 3x3 Matrices and 4x4 Matrices For Q = 0, 1, 2, 3 And 4. - Abuga, J., Kivunge, B., Muchemi, J., Koech, W.,; Matuya, J. (International Journal of Innovative Research & studies, 2013)

Is Health of the Aging Improved by Conditional Cash Transfer Programs? - Behrman, J. R.; Parker, S. W. (2013)

The Health Status of Street Children and Youth in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematic Review of the Literature - Woan, J.; Lin, J.; Auerswald, C. (J Adolesc Heal, 2013)

The health status of street children and youth in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review of the literature - Woan, J.; Lin, J.; Auerswald, C. (J Adolesc Health, 2013)

The Health Status of Street Children and Youth in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: a systematic review of the literature - Woan, J.; Lin, J.; Auerswald, C. (J Adolesc Health, 2013)

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in Africa: a review - Karoney, Mercy Jelagat; Siika, Abraham Mogisi (Pan African medical journal, 2013)

Heshimu Ukuta: Local-language Radio and the Performance of Fan Culture in Kenya - PETER TIROP SIMATEI (Popular Culture in Africa, 2013)

high Nutrition Biscuits As A Supplement To Increase Animal Protein In Diets Of Hiv-infected Kenyan Women And Their Children - Ernst, J; Ettyang, G.; Neumann, C (Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism, 2013)

High prevalence of HIV/AIDS risky sexual behaviors among street youth in gondar town: a community based cross sectional study - Tadesse, N.; Awoke Ayele, T.; Birhanu Mengesha, Z.; Addis Alene, K. (BMC Res Notes, 2013)

Histological review of skin cancers in persons with albinism living in Tanzania: A 10 year retrospective study - Kiprono, S; Chaula, B; Beltraminelli, Helmut (Dermatologica Helvetica, 2013)

Hotspot2.0 and Next Generation Hotspot:A Driving Technology in Shaping the Future of higher Education - Luke, Rotich:Alex, Muumbo; Bateta, George; Kipkoech, Phillip (Moi University 9th Annual International Conference:Social, Economic and Technological Transformation in the 21st Century", 2013)

" I was stranger and you welcomed me......." Jesus Teaching on hospitality with special reference to matthew 25: 31-46 - Choge, Emily Jeptepkeny (2013)

Identification of morphophysiological characteristics associated with drought tolerance in selected chickpea germplasms in Nakuru and Baringo counties, Kenya - Kirui Grace Jerotich and Njoka Mugendi Fredrick (2013)

Immunohaematologic and Viral Profiles in AIDS associated Kaposis's Sarcoma pateints - Torrorrey, Rispah; Chemtai, Alex; Alouch, J; Wekesa, J; Patel, Kirtika (The Kenya Journal of Health Sciences, 2013)

Impact of Openness, Foreign Direct Investment and Gross Capital Formation on Economic Growth in Kenya. - Soi, N.; Buigut, K.; Kibet, J.; Koskei, I. (Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 2013)

The impact of School Environment and Peer Influences on Students’ Academic Performance in Vihiga County, Kenya. - Korir, D.K.; Kipkemboi, F. (International Journal of Humanities and Social Science., 2013)

The Impact of Secondary School Teachers’ Attitudes and Challenges on the Teaching and Learning of History and Government in Wareng District, Kenya - Ruto, Z.J.; M.N. Agumba (Journal of Emerging Trends in Educational Research and Policy Review Volume, 2013)

The Impact of Secondary School Teachers’ Attitudes and Challenges on the Teaching and Learning of History and Government in Wareng District, Kenya - Ruto, Z.J.; M.N. Agumba (Journal of Emerging Trends in Educational Research and Policy Review Volume, 2013)

Inaugural Lecture: Engineering Polymeric Composite Materials: a Tool to Fast Track Kenya's Technological Development - Wambua, Paul Mwanzia (Moi University Press, 2013)

Indigenous and popular Islamic therapies of restoring health and countering sorcery among the Digo of Kenya - Ndzovu, Hassan Juma (Academic Journals, 2013)

The influence of Emotional intelligence on Academic Performance in learning institutions in Uasin Gishu County - Onyiego, S.; Ongeri L. (Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, 2013)

Influence of gender expectations on students’ attitudes towards learning of science in secondary schools in Keiyo district Kenya - Barmao Paul, Kirui Grace and Chemjor Kibet (2013)

Influence of Keiyo Traditional Circumcision on Aspirations for Higher Education Among Boys in Secondary Schools, Keiyo South District, Elgeyo-Marakwet County, Kenya - Chang’ach, J (American International Journal of Contemporary Research, 2013)

Influence of Land Size on Adoption of Jatropha Curcas in Yatta District, Kenya (Journal of Natural Sciences Research, 2013)

The Influence of residents’ awareness and demographic Characteristics on their use of defluoridated Water in Nakuru town, Kenya. - Ochieng Maurine Akinyi & Evangeline Mwikali Kyende. (2013)

The Influence of Social Organization among Street Children on Their Survival on the Streets - Oino, Peter Gutwa; Sorre, Benard Mwori; Bor, Eric Kiprono (International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), India Online, 2013)

Interspecific variation in the distribution of ungulates relative to human infrastructure surrounding Amboseli National Park - Howe, Marian; Okello, Moses M; Davis, Jeremy M (African Zoology, 2013)

Interventions for promoting reintegration and reducing harmful behaviour and lifestyles in street-connected children and young people - Coren, E.; Hossain, R.; Pardo, J. P.; Veras, M. M.; Chakraborty, K.; Harris, H. (Evidence-Based Child Heal, 2013)

An investigation of yielding and drought tolerance of chickpea germplasm in Nakuru and Baringo counties (Kirui Grace Jerotich, 2013)

JAMA Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery Peer Reviewers in 2013 - Abemayor, Elliot; Adunka, Oliver F; Agrawal, Amit; Aiken, Ashley H; Alon, Eran Emanuel; Alt, Jeremiah; Andersen, Peter E; Angeli, Simon I; Antonelli, Patrick; Aouad, Rony K; others (JAMA, 2013)

{The Journey of Addiction: Barriers to and Facilitators of Drug Use Cessation among Street Children and Youths in Western Kenya} - Embleton, L.; Atwoli, L.; Ayuku, D.; Braitstein, P. (PLoS ONE, 2013)
This mixed-methods study examined barriers to and facilitators of street children's drug use cessation in Eldoret, Kenya utilizing a cross-sectional survey and focus group discussions with a community-based sample of street-involved children and youth. The primary objective of this study was to describe factors that may assist or impede cessation of drug use that can be utilized in developing substance use interventions for this marginalized population. In 2011, 146 children and youth ages 10-19 years, classified as either children on the street or children of the street were recruited to participate in the cross-sectional survey. Of the 146 children that participated in the survey 40 were invited to participate in focus group discussion; 30 returned voluntarily to participate in the discussions. Several themes were derived from children's narratives that described the barriers to and facilitators of drug cessation. Specifically, our findings reveal the strength of the addiction to inhalants, the dual role that peers and family play in substance use, and how the social, cultural, and economic context influence or impede cessation. Our findings demonstrate the need to integrate community, family and peers into any intervention in addition to traditional medical and psychological models for treatment of substance use dependence. © 2013 Embleton et al.

The Journey of Addiction: Barriers to and Facilitators of Drug Use Cessation among Street Children and Youths in Western Kenya - Embleton, Lonnie; Atwoli, Lukoye; Ayuku, David; Braitstein, Paula (PLOS ONE, 2013)
This mixed-methods study examined barriers to and facilitators of street children’s drug use cessation in Eldoret, Kenya utilizing a cross-sectional survey and focus group discussions with a community-based sample of street-involved children and youth. The primary objective of this study was to describe factors that may assist or impede cessation of drug use that can be utilized in developing substance use interventions for this marginalized population. In 2011, 146 children and youth ages 10–19 years, classified as either children on the street or children of the street were recruited to participate in the cross-sectional survey. Of the 146 children that participated in the survey 40 were invited to participate in focus group discussion; 30 returned voluntarily to participate in the discussions. Several themes were derived from children’s narratives that described the barriers to and facilitators of drug cessation. Specifically, our findings reveal the strength of the addiction to inhalants, the dual role that peers and family play in substance use, and how the social, cultural, and economic context influence or impede cessation. Our findings demonstrate the need to integrate community, family and peers into any intervention in addition to traditional medical and psychological models for treatment of substance use dependence.

The journey of addiction: barriers to and facilitators of drug use cessation among street children and youths in western Kenya - Embleton, L.; Atwoli, L.; Ayuku, D.; Braitstein, P. (PLoS One, 2013)

The journey of addiction: barriers to and facilitators of drug use cessation among street children and youths in Western Kenya - Embleton, L.; Atwoli, L.; Ayuku, D.; Braitstein, P. (PLoS One, 2013)

Land Cover Change and Deforestation in Gazetted Maji Mazuri Forest, Kenya - Gichuho, Chege Moses; Njoroge, Simon Mburu; Wambui, Wanjau Faith (International Journal of Science and Research, 2013)
Loss of forest cover and forest degradation are of global and national concern. Among other things, such changes can lead to reduction in stream discharges, increased erosion and loss of biodiversity, which may alter the functioning and values of affected ecosystems. This study used three Landsat images acquired in 1975, 1986 and 2005, to determine land cover changes and likely environmental impacts in Maji Mazuri forest in Kenya. The results of the analysis showed that between 1975 and 2005, natural forest decreased by about 42.31%. The likely environmental impacts include loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, and changes in forest hydrology. All stakeholders should be involved in policy formulation and implementation for better management of this important ecological resource.

Land ownership and its impact on adoption of agroforestry practices among rural households in Kenya: a case of Busia county - Mugure, Agnes; Oino, Peter Gutwa; Sorre, Benard Mwori; others (International Journal of Innovation and Applied Studies, 2013)

Learning resources used in the Teaching of Kiswahili Oral Literature in Kenya - Agufana, Peace Byrne; Ogechi, Nathan Oyori (Journal of Technology & Socio Development, 2013)

Leisure time use in Kenya, an assessment of university undergraduate students in Eldoret Town - Rop, Wendy; others (Research on Humanities and Social Sciences, 2013)

Liquidity, Capital Adequacy and Operating Efficiency of Commercial Banks in Kenya - R.M. Odunga; P. M. Nyangweso; D. K. Nkobe (Research Journal of Finance and Accounting, 2013)

Losing Innocence, Gaining Awareness: The Second Volume of Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s Memoirs - Ndogo, S (Online Journal of African Affairs, 2013)

Lost indeed, but not in translation - Embleton, Lonnie; Ayuku, David; Braitstein, Paula (Addiction, 2013)

Macroeconomic determinants of stock market development in emerging markets: Evidence from Kenya - Josphat Kipkorir Kemboi; Daniel Kipkirong Tarus (Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting, 2013)

Magical Realism and Utopian / Dystopian Impulses in Said Ahmed Moahmed’s Babu Alipofufuka - Peter Simatei (Utopia/Dystopia: Imagining Society in Swahili Fiction, 2013)

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) patterns among patients with low back pain attending MRI centres in Eldoret, Kenya - Orege, Juliette A (Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya, 2013)

Malaria and HIV/AIDS: The Impact of Their co-infection. A Focus on sub-Saharan Africa - "Kirinyet, J. K." (Utafiti Foundation, Zion Mall, Eldoret. website: www.utafitifoundation.com, 2013)

Malaria parasitemia among febrile children infected with human immunideficiency virus in the context of prophylactic cotrimoxazole as a standard of care: a cross-sectional survey in western Kenya. - I.K. Marete, M. Mutungi, L. Zipporah, A. Obala, J. Simba, A. Mwangi,; F. Esamai. (East African Medical Journal, 2013)

Maltreatment experiences and associated factors prior to admission to residential care: A sample of institutionalized children and youth in western Kenya - Gillian Morantz; Cole, Donald C; Ayaya, Samuel; Ayuku, David; Braitstein, Paula (Child Abuse & Neglect, 2013)
Objectives This study aims to determine the prevalence of maltreatment experienced by institutionalized children prior to their admission to Charitable Children's Institutions (orphanages) in western Kenya, and to describe their socio-demographic characteristics, reasons for admission, and the factors associated with prior experiences of maltreatment. Methods A systematic file review was undertaken in five CCIs. Demographic, prior caregiving settings and maltreatment data were extracted. Forms of maltreatment were recorded according to WHO and ISPCAN guidelines. Logistic regression was used in bivariate and multivariable analyses of factors associated with reasons for placement and forms of maltreatment. Results A total of 462 files were reviewed. The median (interquartile range) age of children was 6.8 (5.08) years at admission, 56% were male, and 71% had lost one or both parents. The reasons for admission were destitution (36%), abandonment (22%), neglect (21%), physical/sexual abuse (8%), and lack of caregiver (8%). The majority of child and youth residents had experienced at least one form of maltreatment (66%): physical abuse (8%), sexual abuse (2%), psychological abuse (28%), neglect (26%), medical neglect (18%), school deprivation (38%), abandonment (30%), and child labor (23%). The most common reason for non-orphans to be admitted was maltreatment (90%), whereas the most common reason for orphans to be admitted was destitution (49%). Girls (adjusted odds ratio, AOR: .61, 95% CI: .39–.95) and orphans (AOR: .04, 95% CI: .01–.17) were both independently less likely to have a history of maltreatment irrespective of whether it was the reason for admission. Children whose primary caregiver had not been a parent (AOR: .36, 95% CI: .15–.86) and orphans (AOR: .17, 95% CI: .06–.44) were less likely to have been admitted for maltreatment, while children who were separated from siblings were more likely to have been admitted for maltreatment (AOR: 1.62, 95% CI: 1.01–2.60). Conclusions The high prevalence of maltreatment prior to admission, particularly among nonorphans, suggests the need for better child abuse and neglect prevention programs in communities, and psychosocial support services in institutions. The significant proportion of children admitted for poverty, predominantly among orphans, indicates that community-based poverty-reduction programs might reduce the need for institutionalization.
Keywords: Abuse; Africa; Institution; Neglect; Orphan; Residential care

Management of pupil discipline in Kenya: A case study of Kisumu Municipality ISSN 2441-5161 - Ouma, M.A.; Simatwa, M.W; Serem, DK (Educational Research Journal, 2013)

Materials and instructional approaches used by secondary school teachers of Kiswahili oral literature in Marakwet District, Kenya - Suter, Eunice; Busienei, Agnes J (Journal of Emerging Trends in Educational Research and Policy Studies, 2013)

Materials and instructional approaches used by secondary school teachers of Kiswahili oral literature in Marakwet District, Kenya - Busienei, Agnes J (Sabinet, 2013)

Measuring Performance of Minor Event Management Ventures in Kenya - Korir, Jacqueline; Imbaya, Beatrice; others (Developing Country Studies, 2013)

Monitoring of educational technology progress to enhance the quality of graduate teachers from the Kenyan universities - Mwaka, Marcella; Wambua, Benjamin Kyalo; Syomwene, Anne; Kitainge, Kisilu (European Scientific Journal, 2013)

Monitoring of Educational Technology progress to enhance the quality of graduate teachers from the Kenyan Universities - Mwaka, M.; Wambua, B; K, Syomwene; A. Kitainge; K (European Scientific Journal, 2013)

A multilevel analysis of the effect of Malawi's Social Cash Transfer Pilot Scheme on school-age children's health - Luseno, W. K.; Singh, K.; Handa, S.; Suchindran, C. (Health Policy Plan, 2013)

Multiple cardiovascular risk factors in Kenya: evidence from a health and demographic surveillance system using the WHO STEPwise approach to chronic disease risk factor surveillance - Bloomfield, Gerald S; ann Mwangi; Chege, Patrick; Simiyu, Chrispinus J; Aswa, Daniel F; Odhiambo, David; Obala, Andrew A; Ayuo, Paul; Khwa-Otsyula, Barasa O (Heart, 2013)

Mushrooming of middle level tourism and hospitality training colleges and quality of higher education: A case study of Eldoret Town-Kenya - Manono, George; Kieti, Damiannah; Momanyi, Stephen (Journal of Education and Practice, 2013)

Nafasi ya Lugha na Vyombo vingine vya Kimawasiliano katika Vita Dhidi ya UKIMWI Nchini Kenya - Kandagor, Mosol (Kioo cha Lugha, 2013)

The national goals of education in Kenya: Interrogating the achievement of national unity - Mwaka, Marcella; Kafwa, Violet Nabwire; Musamas, Josephine Kemboi; Wambua, Benjamin Kyalo (IISTE, 2013)

Nature of interactions during laboratory teaching and learning of secondary school science by teachers and students in Kenya - Chemjor Kibet, Barmao Paul and Kirui Grace J (– International Journal of advanced Research, 2013)

A new method of constructing third order rotatable design - Mutai, C. K.; Koske, J. K.; Mutiso, J. M. (Far East J. Theoretical Statist, 2013)

Nonadherence to clinic appointments among HIV-infected children in an ambulatory care program in western Kenya - Nyandiko, Winstone; Vreeman, Rachel; Liu, Hai; Shangani, Sylvia; Edwin Sang; Ayaya, Samuel; Braitstein, Paula (JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes, 2013)

Nutrition News for Africa November - Zlotkin, S; Newton, S; Aimone, AM; Azindow, I; Amenga-Etego, S; Tchum, K; Mahama, E; Thorpe, KE (JAMA, 2013)

nutritional status and dietary iron intake of adolescent expectant mothers attending antenatal clinics in Eldoret West District-Kenya - Omondi, LA; Ettyang, G. A.; Kwena, AM (Maternal and Child Nutrition, 2013)

Nutritional status of children admitted for diarrhoeal diseases in a referral hospital in Western Kenya - I. Marete; Simba, J; Peter Gisore; C. Tenge; Bosire, D; Mwangi, A.; Esamai, F. (East African medical journal, 2013)

Nutritional status of children admitted for diarrhoeal diseases in a referral hospital in Western Kenya - I Marete, J Simba, P Gisore, C Tenge, D Bosire, A Mwangi,; F. Esamai. (East African medical journal, 2013)

{Nutritional Status of Orphaned and Separated Children and Adolescents Living in Community and Institutional Environments in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya} - Braitstein, P.; Ayaya, S.; Nyandiko, W.M.; Kamanda, A.; Koech, J.; Gisore, P.; Atwoli, L.; Vreeman, R.C.; Duefield, C.; Ayuku, D.O. (PLoS ONE, 2013)
Objective: To describe the nutritional status of orphaned and separated children and adolescents (OSCA) living in households in the community (HH), on the street, and those in institutional environments in western Kenya. Methods: The study enrolled OSCA from 300 randomly selected households (HH), 19 Charitable Children's Institutions (CCIs), and 100 street-involved children. Measures of malnutrition were standardized with Z-scores using World Health Organization criteria; Z-scores ≤-2 standard deviations (sd) were moderate-severe malnutrition. Data were analyzed using multivariable logistic regression adjusting for child age, sex, HIV status, whether the child had been hospitalized in the previous year, time living with current guardian, and intra-household clustering for adequacy of diet and moderate-severe malnutrition. Results: Included are data from 2862 participants (1337 in CCI's, 1425 in HH's, and 100 street youth). The population was 46{%} female with median age at enrolment of 11.1 years. Only 4.4{%} of households and institutions reported household food security; 93{%} of children in HH reported an adequate diet vs. 95{%} in CCI's and 99{%} among street youth. After adjustment, OSCA in HH were less likely to have an adequate diet compared to those in CCI's (AOR 0.4, 95{%} CI 0.2-1.0). After adjustment, there were no differences between the categories of children on weight-for-age, weight-for-height, or BMI-for-age. Children living in HH (AOR 2.6, 95{%} CI: 2.0-3.4) and street youth (AOR: 5.9, 95{%} CI: 3.6-9.5) were more likely than children in CCI's to be low height-for-age. Conclusion: OSCA in HH are less likely to have an adequate diet compared to children in CCI's. They and street children are more likely to be moderately-severely low height-for-age compared to children in CCI's, suggesting chronic malnutrition among them. © 2013 Braitstein et al.

Nutritional Status of Orphaned and Separated Children and Adolescents Living in Community and Institutional Environments in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya - Braitstein, Paula; Ayaya, Samuel; Nyandiko, Winstone M.; Kamanda, Allan; Koech, Julius; Peter Gisore; Atwoli, Lukoye; Vreeman, Rachel C.; Duefield, Corey; Ayuku, David O. (PLOS ONE, 2013)
Objective To describe the nutritional status of orphaned and separated children and adolescents (OSCA) living in households in the community (HH), on the street, and those in institutional environments in western Kenya. Methods The study enrolled OSCA from 300 randomly selected households (HH), 19 Charitable Children’s Institutions (CCIs), and 100 street-involved children. Measures of malnutrition were standardized with Z-scores using World Health Organization criteria; Z-scores ≤-2 standard deviations (sd) were moderate-severe malnutrition. Data were analyzed using multivariable logistic regression adjusting for child age, sex, HIV status, whether the child had been hospitalized in the previous year, time living with current guardian, and intra-household clustering for adequacy of diet and moderate-severe malnutrition. Results Included are data from 2862 participants (1337 in CCI’s, 1425 in HH’s, and 100 street youth). The population was 46% female with median age at enrolment of 11.1 years. Only 4.4% of households and institutions reported household food security; 93% of children in HH reported an adequate diet vs. 95% in CCI’s and 99% among street youth. After adjustment, OSCA in HH were less likely to have an adequate diet compared to those in CCI’s (AOR 0.4, 95% CI 0.2–1.0). After adjustment, there were no differences between the categories of children on weight-for-age, weight-for-height, or BMI-for-age. Children living in HH (AOR 2.6, 95% CI: 2.0–3.4) and street youth (AOR: 5.9, 95% CI: 3.6–9.5) were more likely than children in CCI’s to be low height-for-age. Conclusion OSCA in HH are less likely to have an adequate diet compared to children in CCI’s. They and street children are more likely to be moderately-severely low height-for-age compared to children in CCI’s, suggesting chronic malnutrition among them.

Nutritional status of orphaned and separated children and adolescents living in community and institutional environments in uasin gishu county, kenya - Braitstein, P.; Ayaya, S.; Nyandiko, W.M.; Kamanda, A.; Koech, J.; Gisore, P. (PLoS One, 2013)

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR ACADEMICS, RESEARCH AND EXTENSION - Nathan O. Ogechi (Moi University, 2013)

Optimun time to initiate antiretroviral therapy (ART): Vies from resource limited setting - Nyamaboba HDN; Mbuthia, G.; Biegon R.; Obel M. C (Kenya journal of health sciences, 2013)

ourism for development: Environmental sustainability, poverty reduction and empowering communities - Burugu, R. (Atlas Africa conference 2013, 2013)

The Pained Face in the Cracked Mirror: Postcolonial African Identity in the Form of Okot p’Bitek’s Song of Ocol - Tom Michael Mboya (The Nairobi Journal of Literature: the Journal of the Department of Literature, University of Nairobi, 2013)

Parental and community involvement in children's transition from Pre-primary school to class one in Soy Division, Eldoret West District, Uasin Gishu County. - Koskei, S. J.; Kafu, P.; Syomwene, A. (African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, 2013)

Patterns of head computerized tomographic scan findings in patients with head injury at Moi teaching and referral hospital - Koech, Kipchirchir Cornelius (Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya, 2013)

Perceptions of Parents with Children with Congenital Heart Disease at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenya - Koech, Myra M; Ngeno, Titus K (Open Science Repository Medicine, 2013)

THE PERFORMANCE OF SMALL MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (SME’s) OPERATED BY WOMEN AND MEN IN THE NON AGRICULTURE ROLE ENTERPRISE IN NANDI COUNTY, KENYA - CHELOGOI, STEPHEN K.; Tum, EVERLINE C. (INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN COMMERCE, ECONOMICS & MANAGEMENT, 2013)

Pesticide Preferences and Pattern of Use along the Shore of Lake Naivasha, Kenya - Njoroge, Simon Mburu; Osano, Odipo; Munyao, Munyao Thomas; Gichuho, Chege Moses (Greener Journal of Environmental Management and Public Safety, 2013)
Improper pesticide application has resulted in high toxicity levels causing environmental risk. The objective of the study was to determine pesticide preferences and pattern of use in farms along the shore of Lake Naivasha. Interviewer administered questionnaires and researcher observation were used to collect data on pesticides being used and pattern of use in 20 major horticultural farms around Lake Naivasha. Secondary data from journals, standards and materials safety data sheets from manufacturers were also used to determine pesticide properties such as toxicity. The results showed there were 4.3% (6) WHO class I and 14.3% (20) class II pesticides of the 141 pesticides used along the shore of Lake Naivasha. The pattern of pesticide use in the area was moderate to high and all the farms were also using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to control pests. It was concluded that some pesticides in WHO class I that were being used along the shore of Lake Naivasha (e.g. oxamyl, methomyl and fenamiphos) are very toxic to human beings and aquatic organisms since they cause cholinesterase inhibition poisoning by inactivating the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. Keywords: Pesticides, Environmental pollution, integrated pest management, Lake Naivasha.

A phase I trial of aminolevulinic acid-photodynamic therapy for treatment of oral leukoplakia - Wong, Stuart J; Campbell, Bruce; Massey, Becky; Lynch, Denis P; Cohen, Ezra EW; Blair, Elizabeth; Selle, Rebecca; Shklovskaya, Julia; Jovanovic, Borko D; Skripkauskas, Silvia; others (Oral oncology, 2013)

Photovoltaic/Thermal (PV/T) System as Innovative Solution to Increase Solar Energy Conversion Efficiency - Koech, Richard Kipyegon (International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering, 2013)

Piezoelectric properties of zinc oxide nanowires: an ab initio study - KK Korir, G Cicero, A Catellani (Nanotechnology, 2013)
Nanowires made of materials with non-centrosymmetric crystal structures are expected to be ideal building blocks for self-powered nanodevices due to their piezoelectric properties, yet a controversial explanation of the effective operational mechanisms and size effects still delays their real exploitation. To solve this controversy, we propose a methodology based on DFT calculations of the response of nanostructures to external deformations that allows us to distinguish between the different (bulk and surface) contributions: we apply this scheme to evaluate the piezoelectric properties of ZnO [0001] nanowires, with a diameter up to 2.3 nm. Our results reveal that, while surface and confinement effects are negligible, effective strain energies, and thus the nanowire mechanical response, are dependent on size. Our unified approach allows for a proper definition of piezoelectric coefficients for nanostructures, and explains in a rigorous way the reason why nanowires are found to be more sensitive to mechanical deformation than the corresponding bulk material.

Policy and Implementation - Aloka, Peter JO; Kimanthi, Moses Munyau; Ojwan’g, Millicent Adhiambo; Migwi, Christophe Mugambi; Kosgei, Zachariah K; Joshua, Keter K; Mbugua, Naomi Wairimu; Odhiambo, Fredrick O; Janerose, Mayabi Mulamba; Ireri, Bibiana Ruguru; others (2013)

Post Graduates Students Perception on the significance on a course on gender and education and its applicability in the teaching profession - Syomwene, A.; Kitainge, K. M. (Journal of Gender practices and challenges, 2013)

Post Graduates Students Perception on the significance on a course on ‘Gender and Education’-(Chapter Seven) - Syomwene, A.; Kitainge, K. M. (Gender practices and challenges: A call for accountability, 2013)

Pre-colonial traditional organization of the people of Vihiga and their early response to Friends’ African Mission’s Educational Initiatives in Kenya - Namatsi, Beatrice A (University of Nairobi, 2013)

Prevalence and determinants of under-and over-nutrition among adult Kenyan women; evidence from the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey 2008–09 - Masibo, PK; Buluku, E; D. Menya; Malit, VC (East Afr J Public Health, 2013)

Prevalence of Depression among Medical Students in Kenyan Universities - Chesire, I. J., Kodero, H. M. N.; Mulambula, S. M. (Kenyan Journal of Guidance, Counselling and Psychology, 2013)

Prevalence of Depression among Medical Students in Kenyan Universities - Chesire, I.J.; Kodero, H.M.N.; Mulambula, S. M. (Kenyan Journal of Guidance, 2013)