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Evaluating the effect of soil moisture content on root-knot nematodes in University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2018)The distribution and abundance of root-knot nematodes is largely affected by soil moisture content. A study was conducted to examine the effects of soil moisture content on RKN in crops fields in University of Embu. ... -
Bioactive Producing Bacteria Obtained from Termite’s Subterranean Nests and Surrounding Mound Soil at University of Embu Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)Embu County has a range of climates ranging from wet and cool in the northern portions that traverse up Mount Kenya to relatively warm and dry in the central and southern parts of the County. Due to this gradient in ... -
Assessment of Occurrence of Escherichia Coli from Dams at the University Of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)Water is a very important resource and therefore its quality should be monitored to ensure it is not contaminated. Water can be polluted by plastic material, chemical effluences and fecal matter. Fecal contamination from ... -
Changes in the physico-chemical parameters of the university dams
(University of Embu, 2019)Located in Embu County, at the southern side of Mount Kenya, there are four water reservoirs in the University all of which are connected to each other in a series. These dams have received little scientific attention ... -
Estimation of Sedge Biomass around the dams at University of Embu, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)The role of vegetation as natural carbon sinks is widely acknowledged with many researchers focusing on understanding the carbon capture and storage in vegetation types and species. Wetlands are among the major carbon ... -
Phytopathogenic Fungi Causing Leaf Lesions and Vascular Wilt on Crotalaria Species in Migori and Embu Counties
(University of Embu, 2019)Crotalaria brievidens and Crotalaria ochroleuca are horticultural crops that are largely consumed in western parts of Kenya and other parts of the country. However, this plant, a part from its use as a source of food by ... -
Microbial Contamination Levels of Milk from Different Milk Handlers in Embu County, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)Microbial contamination of milk and milk products continues to pose detrimental health and economic effects in Kenya. Studies have shown that contamination in whole milk could arise from primary microbial contamination ... -
Lipase Production by Lipid Degradng Bacteria Species in Waste Water in Embu, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)Lipids are hydrophobic non polar and made up of hydrocarbon chains. Lipid degrading bacteria are able to completely remove lipids in waste water by use of lipase enzyme. Other microorganisms such as yeast, bacteria and ... -
Influence of Soil Moisture Content on Land Cover within the University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)Land cover plays an important role in controlling spatial and temporal variations of soil moisture globally by influencing infiltration rates, runoff and evapotranspiration. Which is important to crop growth, vegetation ... -
Enzyme and Antimicrobial Producing Actinomycetes from Termite Mounds at the University of Embu Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)This study explores for enzyme and antimicrobial producing Actinomycetes from termite mounds at the University of Embu farm. Actinomycetes from soil samples were isolated by spread plate technique on Actinomycete Isolation ... -
Comparative Load of Escherichia coli in DAM3 AND DAM5 Of the University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)Escherichia coli (E.coli) hardiness, versatility, broad use and ease of handling have made it the most intensively studied and best understood organism worldwide. However, research on E.coli has primarily examined it as ... -
Isolation and Characterization of Bacterial Coliforms in Yoghurt Produced at The University of Embu Dairy Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)his study aimed at isolating and characterizing bacterial coliforms in yoghurt produced at the University of Embu dairy farm. 250 ml yoghurt was used for experimentation at the microbiology laboratory(lab). MaCconkey ... -
Starch Degrading Bacteria Species in Embu County, Kenya. A Case of Microhabitats in University of Embu Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)Starch is the most abundant storage polysaccharide of plants and the chief source of carbohydrates for humans and is therefore of considerable economic importance. The polysaccharide is deposited plants in the form of ... -
Diversity and Anti-Microbial Resistance Profiles of Selected Bacterial Species in Chicken Droppings from a Poultry Farm in Juja Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)Indigenous chicken production in most African countries including Kenya is traditionally based on free feed resources available in the surrounding environment. There is high risk of zoonosis that could be an important ... -
Antimicrobial Activity of Citrus limon on Escherichia coli Indicator Strain
(University of Embu, 2019)The purpose of this research was to evaluate antimicrobial activity of Citrus limon on pathogenic bacterial species Escherichia coli. Lemon is a citrus fruit and is an important medicinal plant of family Rutacea. It ... -
Pathogenic Fungal Diversity in Onions (Allium cepa) from Different Growing Regions of Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)Onions in storage are affected by different species of fungal pathogens causing rots leading to huge monetary losses. In addition, the fungal pathogens are a health risk to onion consumers. We seek to study the diversity ... -
Abundance of root-knot nematodes in the University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)Root-knot nematodes are parasitic microorganisms that attack the roots of almost all species on plants. They cause devastating effects on important crops throughout the world. The aim of this study was to evaluate the ... -
Bacteria Isolates from Microbial Mats in Lake Magadi with Potential for Substrate Utilization
(University of Embu, 2019)Lake Magadi is an alkaline, hypersaline environment with extreme environmental conditions that allow specific microorganisms with specific characteristics to flourish. Its pH ranges from 9-11.5, very high temperatures, ... -
The Antimicrobial Properties of Garlic Against the Common Food Spoiling Bacteria Escherichia Coli
(University of Embu, 2019)Garlic is known to have numerous beneficial effects for human health. However, little information is known on its mechanism of controlling microorganisms that cause human epidemics. This study aims at evaluating the use ... -
Beneficial or Not? The Efficacy of Ultra Violet Sterilization Chambers in Barber Shops within Juja
(University of Embu, 2019)Over the past few years, hairdressing, especially among men, has gained popularity and this has been attributed to the increase in disposable personal income and peer pressure among mainly the youth to conform to the ...
