FACULTY

  1. Dr. Hannah Kinuthia
  2. Dr. Irene Muchira
  3. Dr. Emmanuel Thyaka Mbusi
  4. Dr. Millicent Kimemia
  5. Dr. Patrick Wainaina
  6. Rodgers Bosire
  7. Mr. Vincent Kiprono Ng’eno
  8. Mr. Senteu Ole Murianka
  9. Ms. Mary Mutonga
  10. Ms. Faith Kiwiri
  11. Mr. Laban Thimo
  12. Ms. Shirley N Musima
  13. Mr. Thimo Laban
  14. Mr. Dennis O. Bichang’a
  15. Mr. Lorian M. Mbaabu
  16. Ann Orangi
  17. Grace Chomba

Profile

Name: Dr. Hannah Kinuthia

Qualifications

  • PhD in Environmental Planning and Management, Kenyatta University 2022
  • MSc. Environmental Planning and Management, Kenyatta University 2014
  • Bachelors in Landscape Architecture, JKUAT, 2010

Research Interests

  • Environmental planning, Design,GIS & Remote sensing

Grant Awarded

  • Research Infrastructure Grant by National Research Fund (53.3m)

External Links/Affiliations

  1. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=AC203tYAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao

Publications

  1. Kinuthia, H., Majale, C. & Letema, S. (2022). Patterns and Drivers of Land Development in (Greater) Eastern Bypass Peri-Urban Area of Metropolitan Nairobi. African Journal of Science, Technology and Engineering (AJSTE), Vol 3 issue 1

  2. Kinuthia, H., Letema, S. and Majale, C. (2021). The Influence of Public Policy Planning in (Greater) Eastern Bypass in Nairobi Metropolitan, Land Use Policy, (107)2

  3. Ouma, L. & Kinuthia, W., (2017). Integration of sign language in Technical Training at University Level in Kenya, a case of Kirinyaga University. Presented at DeKUT on 1st – 3rd November 2017.

  4. Dynamics in Land Prices during the Road Infrastructure Planning and Development along (Greater) Eastern Bypass, Journal of Regional Science (in press)

Conferences Attended

  1. 6th AvH-Kenya “KOLLEGS” Conference- October 2021
  2. 4th Kirinyaga University Conference-March 2021
  3. 5th Kirinyaga University Conference-March 2022
  4. Geo-training summer in Goethe University Frankfurt on Environmental and Remote Sensing Data analysis via Geospatial technologies organized by DAAD 2nd -28th September 2018
  5. SUSARA dissemination workshop on transition towards a sustainable sanitation sector and the prospects of innovations in Nairobi, 6th July 2018
  6. 3rd RCMRD International Conference (RIC-2019) and 4th AfriGEO Symposium, August 13 - 16, 2019 at RCMRD Premises, Nairobi, Kenya
  7. In-Country Technical Training on Hazard Assessment Using Earth Observation and GIS for Kenya, 9th -13th September 2019, Kenyatta University, Nairobi. Sponsored by ICPAC, UNITAR and IGAD

Profile

Name: Dr. Irene Muchira

Qualifications

  • Ph.D in Material Science, Kenyatta University 2021

External Links/Affiliations

  1. https://scholar.google.com/citations?pli=1&authuser=1&user=Faji9ZsAAAAJ

Research Interests

 

Grant Awarded

 

Publications

 

Conferences Attended

  1. Attended a seminar on women in science and engineering at Embu University on Tuesday, 1st November, 2022  
    Attended a workshop on career development workshop for women in science on 9th to 13th October 2017 at ICTP in Trieste, ITALY.
  2. Carried out laboratory work with specialized equipment for PhD studies at University of South Africa (UNISA) and University of Free states (UFS) at South Africa from January to December 2017. 
  3. Attended OWSD international conference on women in science and technology on 16th to 19th may 2016 in Kuwait city, Kuwait. The theme was Science and Technology. Did a poster presentation titled CRYSTALLIZATION KINETICS OF InxSey THIN FILMS FOR PHASE CHANGE MEMORY (PRAM) APPLICATIONS.

Profile

Name: Dr. Emmanuel Thyaka Mbusi

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. Construction Project Management, JKUAT, Kenya, 2022
  • MSc. Construction Project Management, JKUAT, 2016.
  • BTech. Construction Management, University of Nairobi, 2012.

Research Interests

  • Construction Economics, Management and Econometrics

External Links/Affiliations

  1. https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=list_works&hl=en&user=Uuorh8IAAAAJ

Publications

  1. Emmanuel Thyaka Mbusi, Titus Kivaa Mbiti, Githae Wanyona. Monetary and Fiscal Policy Factors That Affect Construction Output in Kenya, International Journal of Soft Computing and Engineering (IJSCE) ISSN: 2231-2307, Volume-5 Issue-5, November 2015. Available at http://www.ijsce.org/v5i5.php
  2. Emmanuel Thyaka Mbusi and Moses Mitau Mulwa. Behavior Description of Monetary and Fiscal Policy Factors That Impact Construction Output in Kenya for the Period 2000 – 2013, International Journal of Soft Computing and Engineering (IJSCE) ISSN: 2231-2307, Volume-7 Issue-2, May 2017. Available at: http://www.ijsce.org/v7i2.php
  3. Emmanuel Thyaka Mbusi*, Titus Peter Kivaa and Willy Mwangi Muturi. The Growth of the Construction Industry in Kenya (1977 – 2019), ISSN: 2524-1354 (Online), ISSN: 2519-7851 (Print) Africa Habitat Review Journal Volume 14 Issue 3 (December 2020) Available at: http://uonjournals.uonbi.ac.ke/ojs/index.php/ahr
  4. Emmanuel Thyaka Mbusi*, Titus Peter Kivaa and Willy Mwangi Muturi. Behaviour of Construction Output in Kenya: An ARIMA Model, ISSN: 2524-1354 (Online), ISSN: 2519-7851 (Print) Africa Habitat Review Journal Volume 14 Issue 3 (December 2020) http://uonjournals.uonbi.ac.ke/ojs/index.php/ahr

Conferences

  1. 10th – 12th October, 2013: Attended a conference on “Promoting sustainable built environment” organized by School of Architecture and Building Sciences (SABS), JKUAT.
  2. 14th – 15th November, 2013: Presented two papers, one on Influence of interest rates on construction output in Kenya and the other on Payment problems among Kenyan contractors during the 8th JKUAT Scientific, Technological and industrialization Conference and Exhibitions. The theme of the conference was Science, Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development.
  3. 7th – 9th November, 2018: Presented a paper on “Kenya’s Construction Industry Output Response to Commercial Bank’s Lending Interest Rate (1991 – 2016)” in the 3-day International Construction Research Conference and Exhibition (ICORCE) during the National Construction week at KICC, Nairobi.
  4. 11th - 13th September, 2019: Presented a paper titled: The Response of Kenya’s Construction Industry Growth Rate to Central Bank Base Lending Interest Rate (2007 – 2018), during the 3rd Annual International Conference under the theme: Enhancing Sustainable Economic Development and Knowledge Transfer Through Research held at Kirinyaga University, Kenya. I also participated as a reviewer as well as a chair of a session.
  5. 24th - 25th March, 2021: Presented a paper titled: The Impact of Macro-Economic Factors on Construction Output in Kenya, during the 4th Annual International Conference under the theme: Achieving Sustainable Development Through Innovative Research and Global Collaborations which was held virtually and organized by Kirinyaga University, Kenya. I also participated as a reviewer as well as a chair of a session.
  6. 6th – 8th October, 2021: Participated as a Chair of Session during the 6th   Alexander Von- Humboldt-Kenya “Kollegs” conference Which was held virtually under the theme: The Role of Alumni Networks in capacity building and global development. It was organized by Kirinyaga university.
  7. 24th - 25th March, 2022: Presented a paper titled: Trend of Construction Output Growth in Kenya;1977-2021, during the 5th Annual International Conference under the theme: Re-engineering Leadership for Sustainable Development which was held virtually and organized by Kirinyaga University, Kenya. I also participated as a reviewer as well as a chair of a session.

Workshops

7th – 9th November, 2018: Attended presentation sessions on:

  • Sustainable, Durable and cost-optimized Construction using Fly Ash.
  • The Impact of Quality Control and Assurance in Project Management.
  • Application of Sustainable Construction in Provision of Affordable Housing.
  • Solar Renewable Energy Project Development in East Africa.

They were organized by The Big Five Construct East Africa and National Construction Authority during the National Construction Week at KICC, Nairobi.

19th – 23rd Dec. 2022: Attended and participated as an expert in construction research, a workshop organized by NCA to review research reports and proposals for FY 2022/2023 research studies.


Profile

Name: Dr. Millicent Kimemia

Qualifications

  • PhD Fashion Design & Marketing (Thesis writing), Kenyatta University
  • Master Fashion Design & Marketing, Kenyatta University, 2012
  • BSC. In Fashion Design, Kenyatta University, 2002

Research Interests

  • Fashion & Fashion Trends

Publications

  1. Kimemia, M (2019). The effect of attitudes and culture on male enrolment in fashion-related programmes at vocational training Centre’s. (awaiting publication).
  2. Kimemia, M. & Orangi A. (2018) Perception, Safety practice and factors affecting use of protective gears by students in selected technical institutions in central Kenya. International Journal of Advanced Research and Review (IJARR);3(4): 123-132
  3. Kimemia, M. (2018) Hindrances to the growth of apparel industry in Kenya: International Journal of Advanced Science and Research ISSN: 2455-4227 Impact Factor: RJIF 5.12 www.allsciencejournal.com Volume 3; Issue 4; Page No. 12-18
  4. Kimemia, M. Tumuti, D. & Oigo, E. B (2016). Youth empowerment through recycling of textile products in Kenya. International Journal of Academic Research and Development ISSN: 2455-4197, Impact Factor: RJIF 5.22 www.academicsjournal.com Volume 1; Issue 6; Page No. 12-16 Orangi, A & Kimemia M. (2018). Assessment of tutors’ qualification and training needs in technical vocational educational and training institutions offering textile technology courses. International Journal of Arts and Commerce ;3(4).
  5. Kimemia, M. (2016). Availability and appropriateness of protective clothing in technical institutions in Central Kenya. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development.

Profile

Name: Dr. Patrick M. Wainaina

Qualifications

  • MSc. Engineering Systems and Management, Egerton University, Kenya 2011.
  • Higher Diploma Mechanical Engineering (Plant Engineering), 1994.

Research Interests

  • Application of Renewable Energy in post-harvest food preservation by Refrigeration and Air conditioning systems.

External Links/Affiliations

  1. https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=xYJX9J4AAAAJ

Publications

  1. Maximum Cooling Loads for Solar Vapour Compression AC Refrigeration System Operating Under Varying Solar Insolation International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI) Volume VII, Issue VIII, August 2020 | ISSN 2321–2705 www.rsisinternational.org
  2. Mathematical Models for Predicting Maximum Cooling Load of AC Vapour Compression Milk Solar Refrigeration Systems IOSR Journal of Mechanical and Civil Engineering (IOSR-JMCE) e-ISSN: 2278-1684, p-ISSN: 2320-334X, Volume 17, Issue 5 Ser. I (Sep. –Oct. 2020), PP 11-17 www.iosrjournals.org DOI: 10.9790/1684-1705011117 www.iosrjournals.org
  3. Mathematical Models for Predicting Maximum Cooling Load of AC Vapour Compression Milk Solar Refrigeration Systems International Journal of Engineering and Technology (IJET) www.enggjournals.com/ijet DOI: 10.21817/ijet/2017/v9i3/1709030222 Vol 9 No 3 Jun-Jul 2017 ISSN (Print) : 2319-8613 ISSN (Online) : 0975-4024

Profile

 

Name: Rodgers Bosire

Qualifications

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Research Interests

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Grant Awarded

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External Links/Affiliations

  1. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=SiRGAK4AAAAJ&hl=en

Profile

Name: Mr. Vincent Kiprono Ng’eno

Qualifications

  • Ph.D Environmental and Biosystems Engineering, University of Nairobi, Ongoing
  • MSc. Environmental and Biosystems Engineering, University of Nairobi, 2017
  • BSc. Environmental and Biosystems Engineering, University of Nairobi, 2013

Research Interests

  • Soil, Irrigation and Water resources

Publications

  1. Vincent Ng’eno, Christian Omuto, Duncan Mbuge and Vitalis Too. Assessment of Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) on Plant Available Water (PAW) in Dry Lands. Scientific Research Journal, 2017. 16 pgs.
  2. Vincent Ng’eno, Christian Omuto and Duncan Mbuge. Assessment of the effects of Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) on Soil Water Retention Curve Characteristics (SWRC) coefficients of clay, sandy clay and sandy loam soils. 24th IEK Engineering International Conference, 2017. 10th – 12th May, 2017-Intercontinental Hotel, Nairobi. 14 pgs.
  3. Vincent Ng’eno. Overview of Super Absorbent Polymer in Agricultural Soils. PASAE Nairobi 2018. conference. 25th -27th –Southern Sun Mayfair Hotel, Nairobi. 14 pgs.

Ongoing Research

  1. Modelling potential of super absorbent polymer (SAP) in soil moisture retention at crop root zone in non-saline soils.
  • Topic/Title.: Ng’eno V.K (KYU), Dr. Chrostian O thine (UON-Department of Environmental Engineering), Dr. Duncan O Mbuge (UON- Department of Environmental Engineering).

Profile

Name: Mr. Senteu Ole Murianka

Qualifications

  • Master of Construction Project Management – JKUAT, 2016.
  • Bachelor of Technology (Civil & Structural Engineering) – Moi University, 2005.

Research Interests

  • Construction Productivity and Occupational Safety & Health (OSH).

Publications

  1. The Influence of Construction Inspection on Building Quality: The Case of Nairobi City, Kenya.” Published as article AHR8 - 07 in the Africa Habitat Review Journal 8th Edition August 2014.
  2. “Transformation of a Formal City into an Informal City; a Housing Perspective: The Case of Nairobi City, Kenya.” Published as article AHR7 - 08 in the Africa Habitat Review Journal 7th Edition August 2013.

Profile

Name: Ms. Mary Mutonga

Qualifications

  • MSc. In Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, University of Eldoret, 2017
  • B. Eng. Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Moi University, 2011.

External Links/Affiliations

  1. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=e4HFbeAAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao

Research Interests

  • Soil and water Engineering, Conservation Agriculture, Environmental Engineering.

Reviewer

  • Journal of Agricultural Science and Practice (JASP) (ISNN: 2536-7072); The African Journal of Agricultural Research (AJAR) (ISSN 1991-637X)


Grant Awarded

  • National Research Fund

Publications

  1. Mutonga, M.W., Kipkorir, E.C. & Ng’etich, W.K. (2019). Assessment of the effects of zero and conventional tillage practices on soil moisture and wheat crop yield in an arid and semi-arid land of Laikipia County, Kenya Water Conservation Science Engineering 4: 43. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41101-019-00067-4.

Profile

Name: Ms. Faith Kiwiri

Qualifications

  • MSc. Project Management, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture Technology ,2016
  • BTech. Education (Electrical Electronics option) Moi University ,2006

Research Interests

External Links/Affiliations

  1. https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=OPPTbq0AAAAJ

Publications

  1. Submitted a paper to IOSR Journal of Engineering for publishing on the topic; Real Time Monitoring and Control of Scale Formation in the Geothermal Energy Generation Systems: A case study of Olkaria II, Kenya.

Profile

Name: Mr. Laban Thimo

Qualifications

  • MSc. Energy Technology: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. 2019
  • B.Ed Sci. Physics/Chemistry: Mount Kenya University, 2012

Research Interests

Renewable Energy Technologies

Publications

  1. Laban Thimo, Joseph Kamau & Robert Kinyua.Assessment of Solar Energy and Wind Parameters in Naivasha, Kenya: 5(5) May 2017 http://www.journalijar.com/article/17285/assessment-of-solar-energy-and-wind-parameters-in-naivasha,-kenya./.
  2. Laban Thimo, Joseph Kamau & Robert Kinyua. Development of Optimization Strategies for a Wind-Solar Hybrid system: A Case Study of ST. Francis Xavier Girls Secondary School in Naivasha, Kenya, July 2019. http://ir.jkuat.ac.ke/handle/123456789/5161
  3. Bao Ha, Leili Zamini, Jeremy Monn, Samuel Njoroge, Laban Thimo, Maria Ondeti, Jane I. Murungi,and Clare N. Muhoro. 4. Tropical surface water quality studies: Implications for the aquatic fate of N-methyl carbamate pesticides. (2017) Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part B, Volume 56, Issue 1 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/03601234.2017.1399768
  4. Solar Water Heating Training Manual for Kenyan Industry, (2019). Supported by Ministry and UNDP https://www.undp.org/content/dam/kenya/docs/energy_and_environment/2018/Solar%20Water%20Heating%20Manual%20_Final.pdf

Profile

Name: Ms. Shirley N Musima

Qualifications

  • MSc. Eng. ICT and communication systems, St. Petersburg State Electro Technical University “LETI”, Russia, 2013
  • B. Eng. Tech. Electronic Systems Design and Technology, Southern Federal University Taganrog Technological Institute, Russia, 2011

Research Interests

Wireless communications, Optic Fiber Communications, Network planning and optimization

Publications


Profile

Name: Moses M Mwai

Qualifications

  • MSc. Mechanical Systems Engineering(Robotics option), Yamagata University Japan, 2018
  • Bachelor of Industrial Technology (Manufacturing), Egerton University, 2013

Research Interests

Robotics and automation

Publications

  1. Minoru Takagi · Moses Mukira Mwai. Study of the Omnidirectional Driving Gear Corresponding to Free-Form Surfaces:25 Sep 2020 — January 2018; Journal of the Robotics Society of Japan 36(7):497-507. DOI: 10.7210/jrsj.36.497. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327978444_Study_of_the_Omnidirectional_Driving_Gear_Corresponding_to_Free-Form_Surfaces_-Basic_Operating_Characteristics_of_a_Drive_Unit_with_Two_Curvatures-


Profile

Name: Abel Nyakundi

Qualifications

  • MSc. Mechanical Engineering, JKUAT, Areas: Advanced Thermodynamics and Advanced fluid mechanics,  2014
  • BTech. Industrial Engineering, Egerton University,2010

Research Interests

Biofuel combustion, Renewable energy, fluid flows

Grant Awarded

NRF 2013

Publications

 


Profile

Name: Dennis O. Bichang’a

Qualifications

  • MSc. Industrial Engineering, Moi University, 2017
  • B.Eng. Industrial and Textile Engineering, Moi University, 2012

Research Interests

  • Materials Engineering

Publications

  1. O. Bichang’a, L. M. Masu & P. K. Nziu, 2021.  Effects of Fish Scale Microstructure on Mechanical Performance of the Scales: A Review,  International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology. ISSN 0974-3154, Volume 14, Number  2 (2021), (in press)
  2. O. Bichang’a, L. M. Masu & P. K. Nziu, 2020.  Bioplastics Properties of Fish Scales and Their Effects on the Mechanical Properties in Biocomposites: A Review,  International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology. ISSN 0974-3154, Volume 13, Number 12 (2020), pp. 4297-4304.  URL: http://www.irphouse.com/ijert20/ijertv13n12_33.pdf
  3. Dennis O. Bichang’a, Hesborn R. Ayub, 2017. Effect of Fibre Weight Fraction on Mechanical Properties of Sisal Woven Fabric Reinforced Epoxy, International Journal of Engineering and Science Invention (IJESI), ISSN (Online): 2319 – 6734, ISSN (Print): 2319 – 6726, Volume 6 , Issue 11, pp. 72-75. http://www.ijesi.org/papers/Vol(6)11/Version-1/M0611017275.pdf
  4. Dennis O. Bichang’a, Paul M. Wambua, Eric N. Oyondi, 2017. Effect of Alkali Treatment on Mechanical Properties of Sisal Woven Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Composites, American Journal of Engineering Research (AJER), e-ISSN: 2320-0847; p-ISSN : 2320-0936, Volume-6, Issue-6, pp-93-96. URL: http://41.89.227.156:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/592
  5. David N Githinji, Dennis O Bichang’a, John T Githaiga and Diana S Madara, 2015.  Effect of degumming conditions on the deformation behavior of banana (Musa accuminata) pseudo-stem fibers,  International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA), ISSN: 2248-9622, Vol. 5, Issue 6, (Part -4) June 2015, pp.68-72.

Profile

Name: Lorian M. Mbaabu

Qualifications

  • MSc. Electrical Engineering (Power Systems Option). Pan African University Institute of Basic Sciences, Technology and Innovation (PAUSTI- Kenya.)-2019.
  • BSc. Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Dedan Kimathi University of Technology-2015.

Research Interests

  • Renewable Energy, Electronics Engineering and Power System Modelling

Publications

  1. Lorian M. Mbaabu, Keren K. Kaberere and P.K. Hinga, “Performance Analysis of the Voltage Source Converter based High Voltage Direct Current Link on Small Signal Stability,” International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, Vol. 8, no.10, 2019.http://www.ijstr.org/paper-references.php?ref=IJSTR-1019-22896

Profile

Name: Ann Orangi

Qualifications

  • PHD: Business Administration (Marketing option) Kirinyaga University
  • MASTERS: Fashion Design & marketing Kenyatta University (2014)
  • BSC.in Clothing Textile &Interior Design (2007)

Research Interests

Marketing

Publications

  1. Orangi ,A. (2016). Analysis of infrastructural support and trainer attributes in Technical and vocational education and training institutions offering clothing and textile course in Kenya.TVET Journal (1) 1. Kenya
  2. Orangi, A. & Wandaka, I.  (2015). Analysis of Trainer Attributes in TIVET Institutions in Kenya.4th International Conference Cotton, Textile and Apparel Value Chain in Africa. Ethiopian Institute of Textile.
  3. Kimemia, M. & Orangi A. (2018) Perception, Safety practice and factors affecting use of protective gears by students in selected technical institutions in central Kenya. International Journal of Advanced Research and Review (IJARR);3(4): 123-132
  4. Orangi, A & Kimemia M. (2018). Assessment of tutors’ qualification and training needs in technical vocational educational and training institutions offering textile technology courses. International Journal of Arts and Commerce ;3(4).

Profile

Name: Grace Chomba

Qualifications

  • MASTERS: Hospitality Management (ongoing), Karatina University 
  • BSC in Hospitality Management (2014), GRETSA University

Research Interests

 

Publications

  1. Comparative assessment of factors that influence participation of tourism by international and domestic tourism. Case of Mt. Kenya tourism circuit.