BOTA 381 RESEARCH METHODS AND SEMINARS

SEPT 2020-FEB 2021 SEM

S/NO NAME REG NO STATUS

DAY ONE
1 Brenda Akoth Ojwang PS32/70113/17 Approved
Effects of Migratory locust (Locusta migratoria L.,1758) in Kisumu County, Kenya.
Wednesday 13.01.2021 7:25-7:40 am
2. Wanjiru Wanjira Brenda Ps32/70091/17 Approved
Isolation and characterization of fungal species in spoilt bread
Wednesday 13.01.2021 7:45-8.00 am
3. Mbindu Murugi Getrude Ps32/70098/17 Approved
Antimicrobial activity and phytochemical screening of Aloe lateritia
Wednesday 13.01.2021 8.05-8.20 am
4. Hostin Okoth Ps32/70117/17 Approved
Bioremediation of Eichhornia crassipes (Mart) in Lake Victoria, Migori county, Kenya
Wednesday 13.01.2021 8:25-8:40 am
5. Juma Quinta Atieno PS32/70108/17 Approved
Prevalence of the spread of HIV/AIDS along Lake Victoria in Kenya
Wednesday 13.01.2021 8:45-9:00 am
6. Luseno Sadaka Mercy Ps32/70102/17 Approved
Prevalence of Escherichia coli (Theodor Escherich, 1885) in cooked food sold by local food vendors. A case study of Mwembe
area, Kisii town
Wednesday 13.01.2021 13:00-13:15 hrs
7. Brian Wekesa Mulilo Approved
Antibacterial ability of Agave sisalana Perrine, 1838 juice-extract on bacteria isolated from the human skin and cow dung in Kisii
County, Kenya
Wednesday 13.01.2021 13:20-13:35 hrs
8. Isack Oboka David Ps32/70074/16 Approved
Investigating mechanisms of root infection and sudden death syndrome development in Glycin max caused by Fusarium
Virguliforme
Wednesday 13.01.2021 13:40-13:55 hrs
9. Gideon Kimeu Musili Ps32/70096/17 Approved
Role of Microorganisms in Aquaculture development in Kisumu County, Kenya
Wednesday 13.01.2021 14:00-14:15 hrs
10. Kiplagat Boaz Ps32/70105/17 Approved
Antibacterial Activity of Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) on Staphylococcus Aureus (A. Ogston, 1880) and Escherichia Coli (T.
Escherich, 1857). A Study in Kisii University
Wednesday 13.01.2021 14:20-14:35 hrs
11. Kelvin Mburu Kimani PS32/70092/17 Approved
Phytochemical analysis of Avocado seeds and it's phytochemical analysis in Kisii County
Wednesday 13.01.2021 14:40-14:55 hrs
12. Fredrick Mwongela Kyalo Ps32/70097/17 Approved
EFFECT OF Drosophila melanogaster (Morgan,1910) on Citrus sinensis L., AND POSSIBLE REMEDIES, IN MACHAKOS
COUNTY, KENYA
Wednesday 13.01.2021 15:00-15:15 hrs
13. Muriithi Waithera ??? Approved
Effects of the nitrates from fertilizers released into lake Naivasha, Nakuru County from the surrounding flower farms on the lake's
ecosystems and it's surroundings
Wednesday 13.01.2021 14:20-14:35 hrs
14. Felix Thuranira Rwito PS32/70100/17 Approved
Phytochemical analysis of garlic Allium sativum Linnaeus, 1758 in Meru County, Kenya
Wednesday 13.01.2021 14:40-14:55 hrs

DAY TWO

15. Anthony Kariuki Ps18/70102/17 Approved

Phytochemical screening and proximate composition of Psidium guajava leaves growing in Nyamage area in Kisii County
Thursday 14.01.2021 9.00-9.15 hrs
16. Omariba Fred Seka PS18/70129/17 Approved
Phytochemical analysis and proximate composition of watermelon in Kisii Town
Thursday 14.01.2021 9.20-9.35 hrs
17. Kebagendi Finber Kemunto PS35/70106/17 Approved
Analysis of antibacterial efficacy of locally produced alcohol-based hand sanitizer used in institutions: A case study of Kisii
University
Thursday 14.01.2021 9.25-9.40 hrs
18. Irungu Armstrong Wanjohi PS18/70103/17 Approved
Investigation of the effects of storage method and period on ascorbic acid levels in some locally available fruits (pineapples and
oranges) in Kisii county
Thursday 14.01.2021 9.50-10.05 hrs
19. Pauline Dorcas PS 18/70127/17 Approved
Phytochemical composition of Avocado fruit in Kisumu County, Kenya
Thursday 14.01.2021 10.05-10.20 hrs
20. Muchiri Amos ?? ??
Analysis of the level of magnesium and calcium in milk and tomatoes using Edta titrimetry
Thursday 14.01.2020 10.25-10.40 hrs
21. Wekesa Danson PS12/70121/17 No title
Production of organic fertiliser from biodegradable solid waste a case study in kisii town
Thursday 14.01.2021 10.45-11.00 hrs
2HRS BREAK
22. Mwale Albert PS12/70124/17 Approved
Phytochemical analysis of Calotropia procera effect on snake venom in Kisii County
Thursday 14.01.2021 13.00-13.15 hrs
23. Kageni Brenda PS12/70111/17 Approved
Extraction and formulation of perfumes from lemon leaves in Baringo County, Kenya
Thursday 14.01.2021 13.20-13.35 hrs
24. Richard Omorut PS12/70119/17 Approved
Assessment of heavy metals concentration in Nile perch fish (Lates niloticus L., 1758) from Lake Victoria Kisumu County and
health implications to consumers in South Nyanza
Thursday 14.01.2021 13.40-13.55 hrs
25. David Thiga PS12/70101/17 Approved
Remediation of selected heavy metals in soils from automotive garages using polyethylene terephthalate waste materials and maize
tassels in Kisii town, Kenya
Thursday 14.01.2021 14.00-14.15 hrs
26. Athur Gitwara PS12/70105/17 Approved
Determination of lead chloride concentration in warm chlorinated water from the Gusii water and sanitation company's piping
system in Kisii, Kenya
Thursday 14.01.2021 14.20-14.35 hrs
27. Franklin Sunday PS12/70126/17 Approved
Production analysis of components of fireworks
Thursday 14.01.2021 14.40-14.55 hrs
28. Stanley Kiprono PS12/70118/17 Approved
Impacts of heavy metals on growth and development of maize seedlings in Kisii County
Thursday 14.01.2021 15.00-15.15 hrs
29. Jecintah Mwaniki PS34/70102/17 Approved
Analysis of Asteraceae as therapeutic and management interpose for snake bites (venom). A case study of Kisii rural
Thursday 14.01.2021 15.20-15.35 hrs
30. George Chege PS12/70104/17 Approved
Determination and Quantification of Formaldehyde and Hydrogen peroxide use as Chevon preservative
Thursday 14.01.2021 15.35-15.50 hrs

DAY THREE
31. Mwangi Duncan Wachira PS34/70103 /17 Approved
Inhibition and antibiolfilm effect of Aloe barbadensis (Miller, 1768) extract against Streptococcus pneumoniae (Pasteur, 1881) in
Kisii County, Kenya.
Friday 15.01.2021 7.00-7.15 hrs
32. Jemovo Vincent PS34/70127/17 Approved
Assessment of traditional farmers' attitude on the release of transgenic plants. A case study of Kisii University, Nyanza-Kenya.
Friday 15.01.2021 7.20-7.35 hrs
33. Mburu K. Joseph Ps34/70116/17 Approved
Studies of transgenic plants and related ethical issues in Kenya
Friday 15.01.2021 7.40-7.55 hrs
34. Martin Sila ?? Approved
Comparative determination of calcium and magnesium in spinach in selected parts of Kisii using Edta titrimetry and Flame Atomic
Absorption Spectroscopy (FAAS)
Friday 15.01.2021 8.00-8.15 hrs
35. Nzyoka Elijah Daudi PS12/70110/17 Approved
Determination of cyanide content in some cassava species in some parts of Makueni, county, Kenya
Friday 15.01.2021 8.20-8.35 hrs
36. Sakina Mustafa PS34/70124/17 Approved
Identification of parasites of Oreochromis niloticus L., 1758 reared in Kegati fish farm using molecular and morphometric
techniques
Friday 15.01.2021 8.35-8.50 hrs
37. Jane King’oo PS34/70104/17 Approved
Identification of Parasites of Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) reared in Kegati fish farm using molecular and morphometric
techniques
Friday 15.01.2021 8.55-9.10 hrs
38. Ruth Jepkirui doing Bsc. PS34/70109/17 Approved
Use of Azadirachta indica (Meliaceae) in management of Acne vulgaris
Friday 15.01.2021 9.15-8.30 hrs
39. Jemovo Vincent PS34/70127/17 Approved
Assessment of traditional farmers' attitude on the release of transgenic plants. A case study of Kisii University, Nyanza-Kenya
Friday 15.01.2021 9.15-8.30 hrs
40. Nyawa Kalu Omar PS 34/70100/17
Assessment of the impacts of the emergence of desert locusts on the northern part of Kenya
Friday 15.01.2021 9.15-8.30 hrs
41. Frank Kiprop PS34/70108/17 Approved
Effects of Puccinia rust fungus on wheat plant. A case study in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
Friday 15.01.2021 9.15-8.30 hrs
42. Simiyu Wanjala Brian PS34/70056/16 Approved
A case study on the effects of GMOs on honey-bee physiology and market value in Kenya
Friday 15.01.2021 9.15-8.30 hrs
43. Wamalwa Elias Wanyonyi Ps34/70122/17 Approved
Antibacterial activity of Tagetes erecta (Linnaeus,1753) against Pseudomonas avenae (Walter,1890) in Kisii County, Kenya
44. Winnie Atieno Oduor Ps34/70040/15 Approved
Studies on the impact of Jack fruit as a sanatary and therapy to cancer in Kenya
45. Zacharia Kimotho Ps34/70115/17 Approved
Assessment of the effect of HIV/AIDS on the lives of people in Homa Bay county
46. Eric Mukonza Thomas PS34/70036/15 Approved
Effects of magnetism on banana growth in Kisii County
47. Immaculate Akoth Obayo PS34/70112/17 No title
Antibacterial activity of honey on Staphylococcus aureus and E.coli
48. Violet Kerubo Nyabuto PS34/70128/17 Not approved
An investigation of hemorrhagic fevers and their effects in the immune system
49. Samoei Kipchumba Nixon PS34/70120/17 Approved
Investigation of anthracnose disease in tomato farmed in Kisii County
50. Patrick Okoth PS34/70125/17 Not approved
The study of Eichhornia crassipes (water hyacinth) effect on Biodiversity in L. Victoria
51. Alhadhiri Omari Msuya PS32/70090/17 Approved
Assessing the probability of getting cancer in Kenya as a result of industrial foods consumption
52. James Nguli PS32/70095/17 Approved
Hemi-parasite mistletoe (Viscum album L.) and it's effect on trees. A case study in Machakos County
53. Odhiambo Lamuel PS12/70130/17
Preliminary phytochemical investigation of secondary metabolites in Polygonum senegalense leaf extract
54. Galgallo Jarso Dida Ps34/70106/17 Approved
Assessment of students response to the outbreak of Covid 19. A case study of Kisii University in Nyanza, Kenya
55. Odhiambo Lamuel PS12/70130/17
Preliminary phytochemical investigation of secondary metabolites in Polygonum senegalense leaf extract
56. Charles Areba Amwoma PS12/70115/17
Determination of essential macro elements in lemons and kales and their importance in the body
57. Patrick Okoth PS34/70125/17 Approved
Studies on the antibacterial activity of Datura stramonium leaf extract on Escherichia coli and Shigella
58. Joseph Njoroge PS32/70093/17 Approved
Phytochemical analysis of Rosemary (Rosmarius officinalis) extracts and evaluation of antimicrobial activity against
Staphylococcus aureus, 1884 in Kisii county, Kenya.
59 Michael Kariuki Maina Ps32/70106/17
Evaluation of microbial load on tap and well water a case study at Kisii University, Kisii County, Kenya
60 Faith Chepkoech Ps34/701170/17
Germinal experiment on the activity of Aloecea (Aloe kedongensis)
61 Michael Nyainya Ps34/70130/17
Skin softening and hydrating qualities of castor oil blends
62 Samuel Karanja Ps34/70113/17
A case study on the effects of plant extracts on storage of fish foods. A case study in Kenya, Kisumu county
63 Antony Sigar Juma Ps12/70128/17
Ffects of industrial air pollution and chemicals on sugarcane plantation farm and health risk on farmers in Muhoroni sugar company
Kisumu County, Kenya
64 Faith Mbula Ps34/70107/17
An analytic study of impact of pre-existing medical condition on covid 19
65 Mary Kuria Ps18/70104/17
PROXIMATE ANALYSIS OF NUTRITIONAL VALUE AND PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION COMPARISON OF
FRESH COW'S MILK AND PROCESSED MILK (YOGURT), A CASE STUDY IN NYAMAGE AREA IN KISII COUNTY
66 Khalid Hamisi Ps1870124/17
BIOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF NUTRITION CONTENT AND VALUES OF YAMS DIFFERENT VARIETIES OF YAMS
GROWN IN BUNGOMA COUNTY
67 Charles Areba PS12/70115/17
Determination of essential macro elements in lemons and kales and their importance in the human body system
68 Peteris Odiambo Mboya PS23/70100/17

69 Verah Olwande P18/70135/17 0799013932

PRELIMINARY PHYTOCHEMICAL AND NUTRIENT CONTENT ANALYSIS OF TOMATO VARIETIES: A CASE STUDY
OF KOMBEWA, KISUMU COUNTY
70 Nanjala Priscilla PS12/70123/17

71 Linus Gachoki PS12/70100/17

72 Benard Ngetich PS12/70117/17

Synthesis of sanitizer based liquid soap
73 Elvis Wafula PS32/70120/17

74 FELIX OCHIENG ODUOR PS18/70125/17

PROXIMATE DETERMINATION OF NUTRITIONAL, PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND ANTIMICROBIAL
ACTIVITY OF Saccharum officinarum Linn. A CASE STUDY IN MUHORONI, KENYA