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Factors affecting pre and post-weaning growth of six cattle breed groups at Songa Research station in Rwanda
(Livestock Research for Rural Development, 2012-03)
The objective of this study was to assess the growth performance of six cattle breed groups from birth to 18 month of age at Songa Research Station in Rwanda. Records of animals born between 1998 and 2008 were evaluated ...
Adoption model of mobile-enabled systems in supply chain
(Emerald, 2012-01-15)
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to develop an adoption model to identify the critical factors that affect firms’ intention to adopt mobile enabled supply chain systems (mSCM) in retail industry. This study focuses ...
Risk association between human leucocyte antigens (HLA) and cervical neoplasia in Kenyan women
(KeSoBAP, 2012-03)
Background: Epidemiological studies have shown a strong link between human papilloma virus (HPV) infection and the development of cervical cancer. Certain Human Leucocyte Antigen (HLA) alleles may influence the susceptibility ...
Factors associated with non-adherence to Artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) to malaria in a rural population from holoendemic region of western Kenya
(BMC Infectious Diseases, 2012-06-24)
Background
Over the years, reports implicate improper anti-malarial use as a major contributor of morbidity and mortality amongst millions of residents in malaria endemic areas, Kenya included. However, there are limited ...
Effect of working capital management practices on financial performance: A study of small scale enterprises in Kisii South District, Kenya
(ACADEMIC JOURNALS, 2012-05)
Small scale enterprises (SSEs) are acknowledged in Kenya as significant contributors to economic growth. Despite this, it is estimated that up to 40% of the start-ups fail by year 2 and at least 60% close their doors by ...