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YUQORI PISHIQLIK KO‘RSATKICHLARIGA EGA BO‘LGAN OLOVBARDOSHLI TRIKOTAJNING TEXNOLOGIK KO‘RSATKICHLARINING TAHLILI
Authors: Turaxujayeva N.N. 
Published: February 2025

Ushbu ilmiy tadqiqot ishida yassi ignadonli trikotaj mashinalarining texnologik salohiyati o‘rganilib pishiqligi yuqori bo‘lgan olovbardosh trikotaj namunalari ishlab chiqildi. Korxona sharoitida olingan namuna variantlarining texnologik parametrlari o‘rganildi va taxlil etildi. Trikotaj namunalarining yuza va hajm zichligi oʻrtasidagi bogʻliqlik diagrammasi tuzilib trikotaj matosining qalinligi va yuza zichligining o‘zgarishi ma‘lum qonuniyatlarga bo‘y sunishi aniqlandi.
Данная статья посвящена исследованию технологического потенциала плосковязальных машин и разработке образцов трикотажных полотен с повышенными прочностными показателями. В ходе научно-исследовательской работы изучены технологические параметры образцовых вариантов, полученных в условиях предприятия. В статье исследованы технологические параметры, составлена диаграмма зависимости поверхностной и объемной плотности образцов трикотажа, установлено, что изменения толщины и поверхностной плотности трикотажного полотна подчиняются определенным закономерностям.
This article is devoted to the study of the technological potential of flat knitting machines and the development of samples of knitted fabrics with increased strength indicators. During the research work, the technological parameters of sample variants obtained in the enterprise conditions were studied. The article studied the technological parameters, and a diagram of the relationship between the surface and volume density of knitting samples was drawn up, and it was determined that changes in the thickness and surface density of knitted fabric obey certain patterns.
Impact of personalized pharmacokinetics-guided prophylaxis using standard half-life factor VIII in patients with hemophilia A
Authors: Duereh Amara 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Introduction: Patients with Hemophilia A (HA) are at risk of severe bleeding and joint damage, which can lead to disability. Nonpharmacokinetic (PK)-guided prophylaxis treatment may not be suitable for all patients, as it does not involve personalized prophylaxis tailored to their activity levels. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical impact of PK-guided prophylaxis using standard half-life factor VIII (SHL FVIII) based on activity risk levels in patients with severe phenotype HA. Material and method: This retrospective and prospective cohort study compared data from the same group of patients receiving prophylactic treatment at Naradhiwasrajanagarindra Hospital between September 2023 and August 2024. Data from 6 months before and 6 months after the implementation of personalized PK-guided prophylaxis, combined with activity risk level design and digital diary application monitoring, were compared. Collected data included the annualized bleeding rate (ABR), annualized joint bleeding rate (AJBR), Hemophilia Joint Health Score (HJHS), Functional Independence Score in Hemophilia (FISH) and weekly consumption of SHL FVIII. Result: The study included 12 participants (mean age ± standard deviation [SD]: 16 ± 6.95 years). The results showed statistically significant reductions in ABR, AJBR, and HJHS (P = 0.005, 0.007, and 0.002, respectively). The median (interquartile range [IQR])FISH score increased from 26.50 (24 – 28.5) to 28 (26 – 29.75) (P = 0.002), while weekly SHL FVIII consumption did not significantly increase. Conclusion: Personalized treatment adjustments using PK data SHL FVIII and digital tools effectively improved treatment outcomes and supported patient activities.
Consumer Engagement with Branded Mobile Applications: The Nexus of Brand Loyalty, Perceived Quality, and Brand Evangelism
Authors: Shabbir Javeria , Akhtar Shehla , Mohd Suki Norazah 
Published: February 2025

This study aims to examine consumer engagement with branded mobile applications (apps) in terms of the impacts of brand loyalty, perceived quality, and brand evangelism. The partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) approach was utilized for data analysis. This study confirmed that perceived quality had a positive impact on brand loyalty in consumer engagement with branded mobile apps. Consumers would consider specific branded mobile apps as their first choice and are loyal when they are of high quality. They also believe that branded mobile apps will be functional and dependable when used. As a result, they will not download other branded mobile apps that are similar to their preferred brand that are available at the online store. Marketers should emphasize the importance of brand loyalty in fostering brand evangelism among consumers, as perceived quality influences consumer brand loyalty, resulting in an increase in branded mobile apps’ consumer brand evangelism. The future research direction is also provided.
Assessment of Digital Literacy Skills for Supporting Off-Campus Teaching at Selected University Libraries in Kenya
Authors: Masinza Faith Lugulu , Gichohi Paul Maku , Nzioka Catherine Mueni 
Published: February 2025

University libraries in Kenya are deficiently prepared to launch and operationalize full-fledged off-campus information products and services; hence, the wavering support for off-campus learning and teaching. The purpose of this study was to assess the digital literacy skills of selected university libraries in supporting off-campus teaching. The study was anchored on the technological pedagogical content knowledge model. Data was obtained from Kenyatta, Nairobi and Kenya College of Accountancy universities. A descriptive survey research design was employed and the target population was 127 university library staff and 491 faculty members from business, education, information technology, and graduate studies departments. Census of all the library staff was done, while a sample size of 220 faculty members was obtained using a stratified sampling technique. A semi structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. Validity and reliability tests were conducted on the data instrument. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation and thematic analysis. The findings indicated that digital literacy skills had a positive and significant relationship with off-campus teaching at selected university libraries in Kenya. The study concluded that digital literacy skills had a positive and significant relationship with off-campus teaching at selected university libraries in Kenya. The study recommended library management to strengthen digital literacy skills. In particular, the library management should focus on the following critical skills: literacy searching skills, citing and referencing skills, literature synthesizing skills, and scholarly writing skills. The study makes significant contribution to policy, theory and practice in the field of information science
Business Process Reengineering Effects on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Meru County, Kenya
Authors: Kipkorir Janet Jepleting , Mutea Fredrick , Moguche Abel 
Published: February 2025

Financial sector is one of the fundamental dimensions of economic expansion and evolution. Financial institutions remain indispensable because of the role they play. In Africa, however, commercial banks have been reducing in number owing to tightening regulations, mergers, acquisitions, liquidations and collapses. On the same vein, Kenyan banking sector has recently encountered diverse experiences from new threats such as increasing inflationary pressure, worries about the sustainability of the public debt, a shaky economic recovery, and volatility in financial markets and devastating impact of COVID-19. Collectively, these make it difficult for the local banks to achieve optimum financial returns. The study aimed to determine how business process reengineering (BPR) affects performance of commercial banks in Meru County, Kenya. The objective was to determine effects of BPR on performance of commercial banks in Meru County. The study moored on Technology Adoption model. It employed descriptive research survey design with a target population of sixty (60) branch management staff comprising of three participants from each of the 20 commercial banks in Meru County. Additionally, the study adopted census approach and structured questionnaires to collect data. Descriptive statistics; mean and standard deviation coupled with linear regression were used to analyze data. Data was presented in tables. It was concluded that BPR enhanced financial performance of commercial banks. Further, the study recommended that commercial banks strengthen BPR to improve business operations. The study established that BPR, if effectively implemented, was a game changer to commercial banks, since it may reduce process time, simplify and streamline operations, and revamp service quality, thus increased efficiency that results into better services and products. This maximizes return on investment. Studies may be conducted to ascertain benefits and challenges of adopting BPR in commercial banks in Kenya.
Religion and Abortion in Kenya
Authors: Kinoti Mary 
Published: February 2025

This study focuses on the escalating prevalence of abortion in modern Kenyan society. It argues that societal attitudes towards abortion, particularly within Christian communities, have evolved due to factors like sexual revolution and secular humanistic ideologies. 323 women from 11 sub-counties of Meru County were sampled for this study. The study was guided by the divine command theory. Descriptive survey design was adopted for this study, and data was collected using questionnaires. Validity and reliability was ensured through alignment with research objectives and the split-half technique. Qualitative and quantitative methods were used in data analysis, and findings presented in tables and figures. Results revealed a correlation between level of education and likelihood for abortion, with a higher abortion prevalence among respondents with a bachelor's degrees. The primary reasons cited for abortion were unplanned pregnancy and medical concerns. While most respondents opposed abortion for any reason, they were more accepting in cases of maternal risk or foetal anomaly. However, all respondents rejected abortion for sex selection or underage girls. These findings suggest the need for comprehensive reproductive health education, support for women with unplanned pregnancies, and policies promoting reproductive healthcare access, and women's rights protection. The study further recommends efforts to reduce abortion stigma within the church, and to provide support for women choosing termination.
Effect of an Educational Intervention on the Utilization of Maternal Healthcare Services for High-Risk Obstetric Clients, Systematic Review
Authors: Osoro Epony Nyakong’anyi , Tenambergen Wanja Mwaura , Njoroge Kezia 
Published: February 2025

This study aims to investigate how health systems can be strengthened through timely referral of obstetric patients. In many Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), maternal and newborn mortality and morbidity outcomes continue to be major health issues. Most of the deaths occur in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia where access to maternal and newborn health care is a challenge. Strengthening health systems aims at increasing access to vital services such as maternal and neonatal care to improve health outcomes. The broad objective of this systematic review was to determine the level of effectiveness of education interventions aimed at improving timely referral of obstetric patients to higher-level healthcare facilities, with the goal of strengthening health systems and improving maternal and new-born healthcare outcomes. This study adopts a systematic review of the meta-analysis approach. For articles, six electronic databases; namely, Science Direct, Scopus, EMBASE, PubMed, PLOS One, and Google Scholar were searched. The target population was publications on obstetric patients in low- and middle-income countries. Data were analysed using meta-analysis techniques. The results of the review indicated that education and training intervention had a statistically significant impact on five outcomes; namely, maternal mortality (p=0.05), service utilization (p=0.001), number of emergency referrals (p=0.00001), and referral time (0.05), though the margin was small in the latter. These outcomes were marked with significant improvement, following the implementation of the treatment of high risk obstetric patients. However, there was lack of meaningful impact of the intervention on neonatal mortality (p=0.80). The study concluded that timely referral can be enhanced by implementing education interventions such as training expectant women and healthcare providers.
Teacher Preparedness and the Implementation of the Mother Tongue Education Policy in Public Lower Primary School Education in Meru County, Kenya
Authors: Magaju Jacinta Kagendo , Kubai James , Kanyi Charles Mugo 
Published: February 2025

Teaching in the first language is beneficial to both the learner and the teacher. The policy that provides for usage of the first language as the instructional medium for lower primary education in Kenya was established after independence. Despite the establishment and integration of this policy into the 2019 Kenya Basic Education Curriculum Framework, it remains unclear how prepared various stakeholders are in the execution of the regulation. The purpose of this study was to examine teacher preparedness in the implementation of the MTE policy in lower primary schools in Meru County, Kenya. The study was grounded on Piaget’s Cognitive Development Theory, and utilized a descriptive survey design with a mixed-method approach. A sample of 155 head teachers and 155 grade 3 class teachers was selected using random and purposive sampling techniques respectively. Data was collected from Grade 3 teachers using questionnaires, Focus Group Discussions collected data from head teachers and interview guide was used to collect data from the County Director of Education, sub-county Quality Assurance Standards Officers, and Curriculum Support Officers. Reliability and validity of research instruments were ascertained accordingly. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive techniques and Spearman correlation analysis. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically. Results indicated that although teachers had received initial training on mother tongue teaching, gaps existed in teacher in-service development, and support from Ministry of Education. Only 20% of teachers had received in-service MTE training, and 25% had been involved in developing the MTE curriculum. The study recommends in-service training programs by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and development of accessible and up-to-date MTE by the requisite institutions. The government should foster policy alignment, promote multilingualism, establish continuous professional development, and encourage research on the efficacy of mother tongue instruction for improved educational outcomes.
Effect of Cash Management on Financial Performance of Level Three and Four Public Hospitals in Meru County
Authors: Kimathi Doreen Kanana , Kambura Susan , Rintari Nancy 
Published: February 2025

The Level three and four public hospitals focus on the provision of healthcare activities based on the recommendations of MOH. The financial success of hospitals is critical to the economic development of the country because it improves the quality of life, which in turn promotes economic growth by reducing poverty. The purpose of this study was to ascertain the effect of cash management on financial performance of Level three and Four Hospitals in Meru County. The study was grounded on the cash conversion cycle theory. Descriptive survey design, which allowed the researcher to explain the variables of the study was adopted. The target population comprised fifty-three officers from all the surveyed fifty-three Level three and four Hospitals in Meru County. Questionnaires were utilized. Census method was adopted to enlist all the 53 healthcare officers. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 29. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used in analyzing data, and results displayed in tables and explanations. Regression analysis was utilized to determine the association between the variables. The study found out a statistically significant (p<0.05) and positive correlation coefficient of 0.820, signifying that cash management techniques impacted the financial performance of Meru County's Level Three and Four Hospitals. Additionally, the study found out that gross profit had a mean of 4.6 and standard deviation of 0.647; a net profit of 3.72, and a standard deviation of 1.02; and ROA of 3.32 and standard deviation of 1.335. The study concluded that the high expenditures that the hospitals incur affects the distribution of financial resources. Thus, the study recommends immediate policy intervention measures from the management to ensure that institutional financial resources are appropriately used, and more revenue sourcing channels are developed. This would ensure that the hospital has enough revenue to cater for the expenditures.
Socio-Economic Impact of Solar Lamp Lighting in Kibera Slum, Kenya.
Authors: Kinoti M. 
Published: February 2025

Globally, it has been documented that people living in informal settlements are exposed to socio-economic risks due to the constant daily pressure on space, social relationships, healthcare, education, infrastructure and governance. Water and light energy crises among the residents in informal settlements such as Kibera, experience increased social risks due to the growing demand over limited resources. Poor lighting facilities in the households of Kibera, has a negative impact on businesses, security , environment, health and education of school going children because they rely on the dangerous dim smoky paraffin lamps to carry out their activities. The study aimed at evaluating the socio-economic impact of using solar lamps lighting in Kibera. The research adopted a descriptive survey design .The study area was purposively chosen and a sample size of 330 households also drawn purposively from a sampling frame of 1050 households who had directly benefitted directly from Mwangaza Kenya. Data was collected during home visitations in households who had used solar lamp lights for at least 8 months prior to the study using structured questionnaires and pre- filled d.light passbooks. The data was keyed into a spreadsheet and analyzed to quantify the social-economic changes brought about by use of solar lighting. Data was presented using tables and graphs. The study showed a major socio economic impact of the project i.e. the elimination of health hazards associated with paraffin lamps, increased sense of security, saving and income from additional income due to extended business time in the evening and improved quality of light used by school going children leading to increase in study time hence improved academic performance. This resulted to high level of resilience among the inhabitants of Kibera.
Prevalence of Parasitic Infections amongst Children in Primary Schools in Tharaka South Sub County, Kenya
Authors: Mutungi A. , Kariuki C. , Kandie J. , Njoroge A. , Anampiu J. , Kibebe H. 
Published: February 2025

Parasitic infections-soil transmitted helminths (STHs) and protozoan infections are among the most prevalent infections in developing countries.Health effects of these infections include; poor nutritional status,appetite,gastrointestinal morbidity,cognitive disability and iron deficiency anemia among others.The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of parasitic infections amongst children in primary schools in Tharaka South Sub County.A cross-sectional study was conducted among 481 children in five primary schools selected from three different age groups and classes in the County.To investigate intestinal helminths and protozoa,a single stool sample was examined from each child,and both thick and thin blood smears of each participant examined for malaria parasites.Statistical analysis was done using STATA 13 MP®.Prevalence was calculated and reported per 1000 persons.The risk of infection with protozoa and/or STHs by school,gender and age was analyzed using logistic regression for Odds Ratio (OR). Risk of infection with infectious parasitic infection and risk of polyparasitism was analyzed using multivariate logistic regression for OR.Results showed the prevalence of any parasitic infection was 548.86/1000persons.Prevalence of STHs was 83.16/1000persons,most prevalent STHs was Schistosoma mansonii 33.26/1000persons,while prevalence of protozoa was 466/1000persons and the most prevalent protozoa was Entamoeba hystolytica 235/1000persons.Bivariate analysis indicated a statistically significant positive association between Giardia lamblia and gender, (p=0.014),Giardia lamblia and being in age group (7 -10 years (p=0.041),it was found that a positive association between infection with EC and being in the age group of 7-10 years, p=0.037).Risk of infection was positively associated with being male, p=0.029 and being in class five,p=0.017.Polyparasitism was negatively (protective) associated with belonging to Kamatungu primary school, p=0.029 and Tunyai primary school, p=0.007.The study concludes that Protozoan infections were more common than soil transmitted helminths.Improved water sanitation and hygiene are essential in eradication of intestinal parasitic infection.Mass drug administration and health promotion interventions should also target protozoal infections of medical importance.
Factors Contributing to Transmission of Domestic and Sylvatic Lifecycles of Echinococcus Species in Samburu and Maasai Mara, Kenya
Authors: Kagendo Dorothy , Magambo1 Japhet K. , Muchiri Eric M. , Karani Caroline 
Published: February 2025

Cystic echinococcosis (CE), caused by different species of the Echinococcus granulosus sensu lato (s.l), is an important global zoonotic disease with a particular impact on pastoralist communities. Depending on the species, the lifecycles can be domestic, peri-domestic or wildlife-based. Previous studies have established existence of both domestic and peri-domestic cycles in Kenya. However, factors related to the interaction and hence transmission of both cycles are unknown.To investigate factors, leading to interaction and transmission of CE within pastoral communities living near wildlife conservation areas, 740 residents (356 from Maasai Mara, and 384 Samburu) were interviewed. An open-ended questionnaire was administered seeking information on practices, behaviors and activities involving possible interaction between wild life and humans living within the study areas. Data collected identified the associated risk factors as; livestock herding in the wildlife conservation areas, dogs accompanying herders into the conservation areas, frequent uninspected home slaughter and feeding of raw offal to dogs. Additionally, poor personal hygiene due to lack of enough water, environmental contamination with faecal matter from dogs and wild carnivores, and the wild carnivores preying on livestock contributed majorly to Cystic echinococcosis transmission risk. Further, in Samburu community, cultural practices such as humans not eating lungs and therefore feeding to dogs posed an important risk for the disease transmission. transmitting Cystic Echinococcosis.The study concludes that illegal encroachment of human and livestock into the wildlife conservation areas and the free roaming and preying of wild carnivores on livestock in human settlements favor the existence of both domestic and wildlife Echinococcosis life cycles. The study recommends enforcement of meat control act, community education programs as well as conducting more prevalence studies in a view to map out the disease situation in Kenya.