University of Embu Repository: Recent submissions
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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 ... -
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 ... -
Isolation and Characterisation of Cellulose Degrading Fungi from Dead Wood Sediments at The University of Embu Forest
(University of Embu, 2019)Degradation of cellulose by fungi is a scientifically established phenomenon. This research a successful isolated five fungal isolates named OV1, OV2, OV3 and OV4 were obtained from dead decaying wood at the University ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Phytoplankton Species Evenness along a Gradient of Connected Ponds at the University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)Phytoplankton form an important part of food webs in aquatic ecosystems. Their abundance is influenced by physical and chemical water properties. The water reservoirs at the University of Embu have proven an important ... -
Evaluation of water pH levels in Dam one and five at the University of Embu, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)Water pH levels in most aquatic sites have been compromised by introduction of modern technologies such as industries, mining, burning of fossil fuels and farming resulting in increased research interest in water quality ... -
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 ... -
Effect of land use on selected soil properties in University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)Human population’s pressures on land resources have increased the need to assess impacts of land use change on soil quality. In order to assess effects of land use changes on soil quality properties in University of ... -
Ground-dwelling insect species abundance and diversity in agricultural and non-disturbed landscapes at the University of Embu.
(University of Embu, 2019)abitat transformations due to conversions of natural habitats to agricultural land are propelled by increasing human populations and demand for resources. While such changes have enabled man to optimally use available ... -
Isolation, Identification and Characterization of Cellulose Degrading Bacteria From the Soil in the Forest of University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)Cellulolytic bacteria are freely found in the soil and are responsible for degradation of cellulose. Cellulose occurs in a wide variety of living species from the worlds of plants, animals and bacteria as well as amoebas. ... -
Effects of Aloe Vera Leaf Gel (Aloe Barbadensis) on the Microbial Activity of Bacillus Subtilis in Embu County
(University of Embu, 2019)Aloe vera is a perennial draught resistant plant containing more amount of gel in fluctuating amount at different seasons. The plant contains mineral elements such as calcium, iron and zinc. Its gels also contain ... -
Soil Organic Matter Content and Soil Physical-Chemical Properties at the University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)rganic matter plays important and multi-faceted role in soil physical and chemical properties. Physically soil organic matter influences soil texture, soil moisture content, water holding capacity and bulky density. ... -
Xtremophile Bacteria Utilizing Nitrile as Sole Carbon and Nitrogen Sources
(University of Embu, 2019)Nitriles are aliphatic and cyanide containing compounds R-CN. Nitriles are widespread in the environment as a result of biological and industrial activities. Naturally occurring nitriles are found in higher plants, bone ... -
Determination of effect of water availability (during the dry season) on abudance of vachellia xanthophloea around dam 5 in Embu University, Embu county, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)Water sources are an important feature in many terrestrial ecosystems as they provide continuity of the hydrological cycle in many aspects. They provide vapor that rises to form clouds and later fall as rain precipitation ... -
Identification of Spittlebug Species Plant Hosts, Ecology and Their Syombiants within the University of Embu-Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)Spittlebugs a nymph stage of froghoppers that are insects of the family Cercopidae that inhabits strawberries, nursery stock, and legume forage crops, ornamental grasses. Meadow spittlebug, Philaenus spumarius is the ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ...
