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Nairobi Innovation WeekThe University of Nairobi is planning the the 8th edition of Nairobi Innovation Week. The NIW…
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Prof. Catherine N. KunyangaThe new Associate Dean, Faculty of Agriculture
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PRACTICAL PROCESSINGFood Science and Technology Students
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The DFSNT Pilot PlantThe pilot Plants Main objective is to adequately provide experience in Food Processing to Food…
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Government sponsored interns assisting in packaging yoghurt in the pilot plantThe department of foodscience, nutrition and technology received five government sponsored…
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Agro 2023 - Biennial Conference and Exhibition.
Theme: Harnessing Research in Agriculture and Environment of…
Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 20:30
Water security and safety is of vital concern in arid and semiarid regions of Kenya. Potable water accessibility and supply is limited due to fluctuating climatic conditions and environmental pollution that lower the wholesomeness of most water sources. The aim of this study was to establish the
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Different authors have defined food security differently. This paper therefore explores various definitions of food security and other concepts related to food security. It discusses various dimensions of food security and its indicators and provides a situational analysis of
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Chronic malnutrition has been consistently high in Kilifi District, Kenya, despite efforts to improve nutrition. This report presents an alternative approach to nutrition planning in Kilifi District, taking into account the multidimensional and multidisciplinary nature of
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Metaboloic and Nutritional Diseases of Food Animals provides those interested in animal welfare with a sufficient but comprehensive account of metabolic and nutritional diseases of cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. The most important feature of the book is the way information is
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Friday, March 21, 2025 - 15:27
Specialists from Fresenius Kabi conducted a training session on Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition, with the theme "From Theory to Practice." The training took place at DFSNT on March 21, 2025, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. The session was hosted by Prof. C.N. Kunyanga, Associate Dean of the Faculty of
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Tuesday, March 18, 2025 - 10:16
Ms. Charlene Ruto, the Founder of SMACHS Foundation, visited the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Nairobi. During her visit, she toured the Department of Food Science's Pilot Plant section and the food processing hub, where we had the opportunity to showcase our innovations and
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Tuesday, February 11, 2025 - 15:28
The Department of Food Science, Nutrition, and Technology has been recognized as the best teaching department in the entire university. This remarkable achievement, marking them as both the best teaching department and overall winner, was widely celebrated. The award was presented to
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Monday, January 6, 2025 - 13:54
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Jeff Wamiti Muthui, a lecturer in the Department of Food Science, Nutrition, and Technology. A specialist in Clinical and Sports Nutrition, Dr. Jeff Wamiti Muthui will be deeply missed as a friend, teacher, scientist, colleague, and
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Abdiaziz Beina PhD student a PhD Student form the Department of Food Science Nutrition and Technology has been prominently featured on the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Food Safety website. We are incredibly proud of Abdiaziz accomplishments and the recognition he is receiving for
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