ETHNOBOTANY OF THE SAMBURU OF MT. NYIRU, SOUTH TURKANA, KENYA

Ethnobotany of the Samburu of Mt. Nyiru, South Turkana, Kenya

Abstract Traditional plant use is of extremely high importance in many societies, and prevalent in African communities.This knowledge is however dwindling rapidly due to changes towards a more Western lifestyle.The influence of modern tourism cannot be neglected in this context.This paper examines the plant use of the Samburu of the Mt.Nyiru area i

read more


A parametric additive hazard model for time-to-event analysis

Abstract Background In recent years, the use of non- and semi-parametric models which estimate hazard ratios for analysing time-to-event outcomes is continuously criticized in terms of interpretation, technical implementation, and flexibility.Hazard ratios in particular are critically discussed for their misleading interpretation as relative risks

read more

[FE1091] Regulations Governing the Usage of Reclaimed Water as an Alternative Water Source for Agricultural Irrigation in Florida

Fresh water is becoming increasing scarce as the world population grows rapidly.Reclaimed water from alternative sources can be used to help offset the demand for fresh surface water and groundwater in agriculture.To ensure that pathogenic or trace chemical constituents Default in reclaimed water do not pose a threat to human health and the environ

read more