• Nano-particle based photo-catalytic membrane for removal of organic & microbial pollutants in Water 

  Zeinab, Ahmed Suliman Ahmed (Moi university, 2025-01)

  Water is essential for life; however, many people in developing countries, particularly in rural areas, lack access to clean and safe piped water. Untreated potable water often contains biological and chemical pollutants, ...
• Modeling and simulation of Bioethanol production from Sila sorghum stalks and maize cobs 

  Ngigi, Wiseman Tumbo (Moi university, 2024)

  Commercialization of bioethanol production from lignocellulosic biomass is hindered by low yield of fermentable sugars as well as insufficient techno-economic data on large-scale production. Simulation of the production ...
• Biogas production from kitchen waste co-digested with selected municipal solid waste and its purification using soda ash from lake Natron and eggshell waste 

  Mrosso, Register W. (Moi University, 2023)

  The amount of kitchen and municipal waste increases along with consumption standards and urbanization, thus, most cities face the problem of managing it. It can be transformed into energy, addressing the twin challenges ...
• Modelling, simulation and optimization of a solar/battery Hybrid renewable energy system with maximum power point Tracking control strategy 

  Musong, Louis Katche (Moi university, 2023)

  Solar energy is abundantly available and it is a choice to drive the energy transition in sub-Saharan Africa. However, harvesting the maximum power from the sun is challenging since it is not always available at all ...
• Modelling energy sector towards sustainability: pathways, long-term forecast and management scenario A case of East African Countries 

  Manirambona, Egide (Moi university, 2023)

  A fast-growing energy demand is expected in East Africa due to its high population growth and socio-economic activities. However, energy planning is still relatively not developed in the region; hence, the need for robust ...
• Characterisation and Efficacy Testing of Multifunctional Cotton Fabrics Based on Nanoparticles Green-Synthesized with Solanum Tuberosum Potato Peels 

  Nonsikelelo, Sheron Mpofu (Moi University, 2023)

  The demand for antimicrobial cotton fabrics in hospitals is increasing due to exposure to microbes and susceptibility of cotton to microbial attack. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) offer antimicrobial properties, but their ...
• Development and performance evaluation of diatomaceous earth-based geopolymer concrete incorporated with sisal fibres and high-density polyethylene wastes 

  Kipsanai, Jepchumba Janet (Moi University, 2023)

  The building industry is facing challenges in terms of resource management, excessive energy consumption, and CO 2 emissions resulting from the extended usage of concrete made primarily of Portland cement and ceramic ...
• Modeling and optimization of manufacturing lot size in Aggregate production planning under demand Uncertainty: a case study of movit Products (U) Limited 

  Ssempijja, Maureen Nalubowa (Moi University, 2023)

  Demand uncertainty is eminent in many manufacturing industries giving a task of establishing the optimum manufacturing lot sizes in the production planning, leading to overstocking or understocking of the finished products. ...
• Performance, degradation, and reliability of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) module under Environmental Field conditions 

  Maina Ngure, Samuel (Moi University, 2023)

  Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system is one of the most promising renewable energy resources globally. However, its utilization has remained low in Kenya. This may be attributed to lack of pertinent knowledge of the potential, ...
• Biodiesel production from microalgae biomass using Caprolactam-based ionic liquids 

  Rania, MustafaAwad Naiyl (Moi University, 2023)

  Biodiesel (fatty acids methyl esters, FAMEs) is a clean form of energy that could replace petroleum- diesel. Whereas microalgae is a promising renewable and sustainable lipid source for biodiesel production, the main ...
• Chemical modifications of embelin, a benzoquinone from Embelia schimperi Vatke and optimized application in selected textile fibers 

  Koske, Margaret Chepkemoi (Moi University, 2022)

  Globally there is resurgence in the use of natural dyes such as embelin as a suitable replacement for synthetic dyes, which have caused a negative impact to the ecosystem. However, natural dyes have poor colour quality ...
• Modelling of household energy utilization, changing behaviours and diversification in western Kenya: mediation and moderation analysis 

  Kimutai, Stephen Kibet (Moi University, 2021)

  Clean, diversified and sustainable household energy sources for cooking is essential in order to maintain worthy health for women and children and also improving the energy security of people in the developing countries. ...
• Performance analysis and modelling of diesel engine operational characteristics using pyrolytic oil from scrap tyre 

  Maube, Obadiah Mwanzi (Vaal University of Technology, 2017)

  In this work, an investigation on the fraction of tyre pyrolysis oil with a similar distillation range to that of automotive diesel (150 – 360 oC) was carried out to determine its suitability as an alternative or additive ...
• PEDOT:PSS charge storage devices integrated into textiles for smart textile application 

  Odhiambo, Sheilla Atieno (Universiteit Gent, 2016)

  Smart textile systems enable interaction of the user with his/her environment through sensing and actuation. They find application in sports garment, future fashion with visual light interaction, health and tele monitoring, ...
• Experimental and computational modeling of molecular products from the thermal degradation of tobacco, marijuana and khat 

  Omare, Micah Omari (Moi University, 2021)

  The economic burden caused by death due to lung cancer and other respiratory diseases is attributed in part to tobacco use – presently linked to approximately 8 million deaths per year worldwide. Notably, 80% of these ...
• Structural modeling and characterization of steel fiber reinforced concrete beams under bending shear 

  Nyomboi, Timothy (Nagasaki University, 2010)

  As the need for the adoption of improved structural materials emerge, so does the need for experimental, analysis and design methods that can account for the technical benefit inherent in these materials. ...
• Modelling of household energy utilization, changing behaviours and diversification in Western Kenya: Mediation and moderation analysis 

  Kibet Kimutai, Stephen (Moi University, 2021-11)

  Clean, diversified and sustainable household energy sources for cooking is essential in order to maintain worthy health for women and children and also improving the energy security of people in the developing countries. ...
• Development of cost-effective earthen building material for housing wall construction: investigations into the properties of compressed earth blocks 

  Namango, Saul Sitati (Brandenburg Technical University Cottbus, 2006)

  Need to develop affordable housing is necessary because of the numerous homeless people living in the developing countries; the present work is an attempt to alleviate the housing problem facing populations of these ...
• Potential of biogas production from biowaste in Kenya and its contribution to environmental sustainability 

  Nzila, Charles Kyuti (Ghent University, 2011)

  In the modern energy-demanding lifestyle there is an overwhelming need for exploring and exploiting new sources of energy which are renewable as well as eco-friendly. In Kenya, typical to many developing countries, various ...
• Flue gas desulphurisation under South African conditions 

  Siagi, Zachary Otara (Tshwane University of Technology, 2008)

  Coal is the primary energy source in South Africa and accounts for about 75% of the total energy consumption in the country and 90 per cent of the total electricity capacity of 43 142 MW is coal-derived. Upon combustion, ...

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