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Estimation of market volatility-A case of logistic brownian motion
(International Journals of Marketing and Technology, 6/29/2013)In this paper, we have used the Dupire's equation to derive the volatility model when the asset price follows logistic Brownian motion. We have used the analysis of Brownian motion, logistic Brownian motion, derivation of ... -
Estimation of Population Mean Using Three-Stage Optional RRT Model in the Presence of Measurement Errors under Stratified Two-Phase Sampling
(2023)In the present study, the problem of estimation of the finite population mean of a sensitive study variable using the three-stage optional Randomized Response Technique (RRT) model under measurement errors is addressed. A ... -
ETHICS IN PURCHASING AND SUPPLY
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An ethnic-specific polymorphism in the catalytic subunit of glutamate-cysteine ligase impairs the production of glutathione intermediates in vitro
(ScienceDirect, 2010-09)Glutathione plays a crucial role in free radical scavenging, oxidative injury, and cellular homeostasis. Previously, we identified a non-synonymous polymorphism (P462S) in the gene encoding the catalytic subunit of ... -
An ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants used by the Nandi people in Kenya
(Elsevier, 2007)Ethnopharmacological relevance The study of local knowledge about natural resources is becoming increasingly important in defining strategies and actions for conservation or recuperation of residual forests. Aims of the ... -
Evaluating language revitalization in Kenya: The contradictory face and place of the local community factor
(Nordic Journal of African Studies, 2008)As a result of the necessity to revitalize languages that have shown clear signs of endangerment, several proposals have been put forward by various studies (Paulston, 1994; Yamamoto, 1998; Landweer, 1998; Crystal, 2000; ... -
Evaluating parental screening tool for developmental milestone in children under five years in rural Western Kenya
(International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 2017-07)Background: An estimated 200 million children suffer from developmental delays, most in developing countries. Early diagnosis through screening is key to timely intervention. However, screening tools have not been assessed ... -
Evaluating Predictive Value of Schistosoma mansoni Prevalence and Infection Intensity in School-Age Children in Estimating Community-Wide Prevalence in Siaya County, Western Kenya
(medRxiv preprint, 2024-02-20)Background Various milestones have been set targeting the elimination of schistosomiasis with the vision of “a world free of schistosomiasis” including the 2020 and 2025 goals. Despite the increased control and prevention ... -
Evaluation of CO2 in Saline Aquifers under Deep Ground Water Systems in Urumqi River Basin of Xinjiang, China
(Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology, 2021-09-17)The future emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) are likely to increase beyond the current levels due to rapid industrialization in China. Several methods have been proposed as possible mitigation strategies to reduce the ... -
An Evaluation of How the SDA Christian Faithful Conceptualize the Changing Value of Chastity in Nyamira County, Kenya
(International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS), 2018-07)This paper is on a study that was carried out in the year 2017 on an evaluation of how the SDA Christian faithful conceptualize the changing value of chastity in Nyamira County, Kenya. This study was guided by Utilitarian ... -
Evaluation of Integrated Crop-Livestock Farming Systems for Sustainable Food Security Among the Smallholder Farmers in Rarieda Sub-County, Kenya
(JOOUST, 2022)Integrated Crop-Livestock Farming Systems (ICLFS) are globally recognized for their contributions in improving agricultural sustainability. These systems also play a big role in Conservation and Climate-Smart Agriculture ... -
Evaluation of Irrigation System Operation and Management Using the MASSCOTE Approach: A Case Study of Bura Irrigation Scheme, Kenya
(International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), 2019-09-09)The main aim of this study has been to assess the performance of Bura Irrigation and Settlement Scheme using the MASSCOTE approach and advise on some improvement options for the Bura Irrigation & Settlement Scheme. ... -
Evaluation of Optimal Light Wavelength for the Attraction of Spodoptera Exigua as a Model Insect for Mass Trapping and Control of Spodoptera Frugiperda
(International Journal of Entomological Research, 2020-05-10)Visual cues have been explored in the past for the management of pests of agronomic importance, including Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith) and Spodoptera exigua (Hübner). They are used to monitor, attract and kill, or ... -
Evaluation of seasonal variation of MODIS derived leaf area index at two European deciduous broadleaf forest sites
(Elsevier, 2005)We present an evaluation of the operational MODIS Leaf Area Index (LAI) product over two temperate deciduous forests and focus on the seasonal variation. Two EUROFLUX beech (Fagus sylvatica) sites, Hesse, France and Sorø, ... -
An evaluation of secondary school principals’ perception of learning resources in free secondary Education era in Kenya
(Net Journals, 2013-10)This article reports on the findings from a quantitative research study on learning resources in Kenya’s secondary schools. The purpose of this study is to investigate the secondary school principals’ perception on the ... -
Evaluation of secondary school principals’ views on the use of untrained teachers in lesson delivery in a free secondary education system era in Kenya.
(IISTE, 2013)This article reports on the findings from a quantitative research study on the views of secondary school principals regarding the teaching competences of untrained teachers in free secondary schools in Kenya. Aim: To ... -
Evaluation of TCP congestion control modus operandi in mesh networks
(International Journal of Computer Networks and Applications, 2017-01)Abstract – In mesh networks, the sender machine is connected to the receiver machine via multiple paths. Efficient transmissions along these paths require proper link choice so as to quickly deliver the packets the ... -
Evaluation of TCP congestion control modus operandi in mesh networks
(Ever Science Publications, 2017)In mesh networks, the sender machine is connected to the receiver machine via multiple paths. Efficient transmissions along these paths require proper link choice so as to quickly deliver the packets the destination. Poor ... -
Evaluation of teacher factors associated with mathematics performance in primary schools in Kenya
(International Journal of Scientific Research in Education, 2012)The focus of this study was to investigate teacher-related factors associated with performance in mathematics in public day primary schools in Nandi Central district, Kenya. Seventy-four (74) mathematics teachers participated ... -
Evaluation of Textile Substrates for Dispensing Synthetic Attractants for Malaria Mosquitoes
(BMC- Parasites & Vectors, 2014-08-16)The full-scale impact of odour-baited technology on the surveillance, sampling and control of vectors of infectious diseases is partly limited by the lack of methods for the efficient and sustainable dispensing of attractants. ...