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PROF. Francis Gichuki Ndiritu

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SUMMARY

Date of Birth: 29th July 1965
Marital Status: Married with Two Daughters

Permanent Address:      P O Box 13061-20100, Nakuru, K e n y a

Current Address: Associate Professor (Physics Department, Egerton University)

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ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

PhD. (Condensed Matter Physics) Egerton University (1998-2001)

MSc. (Physics) Egerton University 1992-94

BSc.  (Hons, Physics) University of Nairobi 1987-90

FIELDS OF SPECIALIZATION

Optical Properties of Condensed matter.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
  1. 2018; Corporate Governance Course; Kenya School of Government
  2. 2016; Curriculum Development, Review and mainstreaming of National cohesion & Integration studies in University Academic programmes; Commission for University Education.
  3. 2014; Trustee Development Program Kenya; College of Insurance, Nairobi
  4. 2009; Corporate Governance Induction Course; Centre for Corporate Governance
  5. 2007; Development of Distance learning materials; Egerton Univesity
  6. 2007; Leadership, Leadership Governance, Strategic Planning and Institutional management
  7. 2001; University Teaching Methodology course; Egerton Univesity
WORK EXPERIENCE

Appointments

  1. 2016- Sept. 2021Registrar (Academic Affairs) Chuka University
  2. 2011 – Sep. 2016 Deputy Registrar (Academic Affairs) Egerton University
  3. 2008.-.Aug. 2011 Chairman, Physics Department
  4. 2005-2008 Chairman, Physics and Computer Science Department
  5. 2003-2008 & 2013-2019 External Examiner Department of Physical Science (Physics), Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology
  6. Editor : African Journal of Physical Sciences
  7. Journal Reviewer; Egerton University Journal of Science and Technology, Kenya Chemical Journal and Kenya Physical Journal
  8. Thesis External and Internal Examiner MSc (Many) and PhD (Many)
  9. Peer Reviewer, (Commission of University Education)
  10. Committees Many
KEY PROJECTS
  • NACOSTI Ph.D Funds; (2019) (Mr. Amunzu Philip Mang’are: Investigation of the acoustic propagation parameters and startle response of the african female anopheles gambiae for the design of a mosquito repellent device
  • Egerton University Internal Funding (2013); TVET Career path training in Laikipia and Baringo Counties (KSh 120,000)
  • Egerton University Internal Funding (2008); To Train Secondary Schools Technologist Laboratory Managements in Nakuru, Laikipia and Nyandarua Districts) (KSh 100,000)
  • KenGen; To Train Middle level Staff Earth Science Course 1, 12th -16th April 2010 (KSh 500,000M)
  • NACOSTI MSc Funds (2012) ( Kemei S.K., “Investigation of the effects of thermal stress and photoluminescence on the spintronic performance of gallium manganese arsenide compound as in integrated circuits computers”)(KSh. 200,000)
  • Proposal for development of “Driving School Minimum Basic sciences Requirements” NRF call (not funded)
RESEARCH INTERESTS
  1. Optical Properties of Condensed matter
  2. Environmental Pollution Analysis Using Nuclear Technique
  3. Physics Education in Kenya with emphasis on Trends and Challenges
LIST OF PUBLICATIONS
  1. Mang’are P. A.,Makatiani J. K., Ndiritu F. G. and Rotich S. K., (2022). “Optimal Efficacy in Mosquito-Host Interaction Inhibition by 35-60 kHz Animal Sounds for Malaria Control”, International Journal of Biophysics 2022, 11(1): 1-16. DOI: 10.5923/j.biophysics.20221101.01
  2. Irungu, F. G., Tanga, C. M., Ndiritu, F. G., Mwaura, L., Moyo, M., & Mahungu, S. M. (2022). “Use of magnetic fields reduces α-chaconine, α-solanine, and total glycoalkaloids in stored potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.)”. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, Vol. 46 (11), e16941. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.16941
  3. Francis Gichuho Irungu, Francis G. Ndiritu, Christopher M. Mutungi, Simon G. Mathenge & Symon M. Mahungu (2022) “Static and varied magnetic fields effects on shrinkage and sprouting characteristics of stored potatoes”, Cogent Food & Agriculture, 8:1, 2079207, DOI: 10.1080/23311932.2022.2079207;

To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.1080/23311932.2022.2079207

  1. Jonathan M. K. , Osamong G. A., Butembu S., Kamweru P. K., Gichumbi J. M. and Ndiritu F. G. (2021)“Structural properties of high density polyethylene matrix composites reinforced with open air and furnace rice husks ash”, Journal of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Vol. 12(3), pp. 73-84, July-December 2021 DOI: 10.5897/JCEMS2020.0349, Articles Number: 60DAFF368400
  2. Osamong G. A. Kamweru P. K., Gichumbi J. M., Ngetich W. K., and Ndiritu F. G, (2020) “Structural and Morphological Analysis of Copper-Doped Magnesium–Nickel Ferrite Nanoparticles” Наносистеми, наноматеріали, нанотехнології Nanosistemi, Nanomateriali, Nanotehnologii, 18 (4) pg 939-951 PACSnumbers:61.05.cp,61.46.Df,68.37.Hk,68.37.Lp,68.37.Og,75.50.Tt,78.30.-j
  3. Kaleli M. J. , Kamweru P. K, Gichumbi J. M. and Ndiritu F. G., (2020) “Characterization of rice husk ash prepared by open air burning and furnace calcination” Journal of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Vol. 11(2), pp. 24-30, July-December 2020 DOI: 10.5897/JCEMS2020.0348 Articles Number: E95EDE065092
  4. Butembu S., Osamong G. A., Kamweru P.K., Gichumbi J. M. and Ndiritu F. G. (2020). “Optical and Scanning Kelvin Probe Microscopic Characterization of Sol-Gel Synthesized Aluminum Doped Zinc Cobalt Ferrite Nanoparticles” International Journal of Physical Sciences, Vol. 15(4), pp. 151-161, https://doi.org/:10.5897/IJPS2020.4894, Article Number: 2BF90A064958
  5. Mang’are P. A.,Ndiritu F. G., Rotich S. K., Makatiani J. K. and Rapando B. W. (2020).  “Optimal Protection Index in Malaria Vector Host Elicited by the 10-34 kHz Animal Sounds”. American Research Journal of Physics. 6(1):1-29
  6. Mang’are P. A., Ndiritu F. G., Rotich S. K., Makatiani J. K. and Rapando B. W., (2019), “Comparative Characterization of the Natural Sounds of the Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus and Odorrana tormota Fundamental in the Startle of the Female Anopheles gambiae” International Journal of Biophysics, Vol. 9(1): pp12-21 doi:10.5923/j.biophysics.20190901.02
  1. Mang’are, P. A., Ndiritu, F. G., Makatiani J. K. and Rapando B. W. (2019). “Comparative Analysis of Acoustic Propagation Parameters of Natural Sounds of Anopheles gambiae s.s and Odorrana tormota Significant in Mosquito Startle”.  Plos One. bioRxiv preprint first posted online Aug. 5, 2019; doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1101/725960.
  2. Kamau, E. M., Wamalwa, A. M. and Nderitu F.G. (2019), “Locating Seismic Events in the Menengai Volcanic Field of the Kenyan Rift Valley” International Journal of Recent Research in Interdisciplinary Sciences (IJRRIS) Vol. 6 (4), pp: (21-33), Available at: www.paperpublications.org
  1. Mang’are P. A., Ndiritu F. G., Rotich S. K., Makatiani J. K. and Rapando B. W., (2018), “Analysis of the Acoustic Propagation Parameters of the Natural Sounds of Delphinapterus leucas and Odorrana tormota Fundamental in the Startle of the Female Anopheles gambiae” International Journal of Advanced Research in Physical Science (IJARPS), Vol. 5 (7): 13-23
  2. Thirika, A. M., Ndiritu, F. and Kiruki, S. (2016). “Effects of Magnetic Flux Density on the Population of Escherichia coli in River Njoro Water” International Journal of Physics, Vol.4 No.4, 113-118, http://pubs.sciepub.com/ijp/4/4/5, DOI:10.12691/IJP-4-4-5
  3. Hellen M.N., Ndiritu F.G., Kirui M.S.K., Kamweru P.K., Eunice O.A., Odhiambo P.M. and Ngumbu R.G. (2016), “Comparison of storage modulus, loss modulus and damping factor of conventionally processed high density polyethylene with high density polyethylene/coconut husks/oak tree/cassava blends” International Journal of Applied Science and Engineering Research, Vol. 4(4), 590-598
  4. Kemei S.K., Kirui M.S.K., Ndiritu F.G., Odhiambo P.M., Ngumbu R.G., Leite D.M.G. and Pereira A.L.J. and Dias Da Silva J.H. (2015), “Young’s modulus and creep compliance of GaAs and Ga1?xMnxAs ferromagnetic thin films under thermal stress at varied manganese doping levels”. Material Science –Poland, Vol. 33(2) 340-347
  5. Mang’are, P. A., Maweu, O. M., Ndiritu, F. G. and Vulule, J. M, (2015). “Investigation into 35Khz-60khz frequency range of the naturally generated ultrasound of the African Bat, C.Afra, eliciting optimal evasive response in the African A. gambiae S.S”. American research Journal of Physics. Vol. 1, (1): 9-25
  6. Mang’are, P. A., Maweu, O. M., Ndiritu, F. G. and Vulule, J. M, (2015). “Analysis of the 35 Khz-60Khz Ultrasound of O. Tormota Evolking optimal Startle response in the African A. Gambiae S.S”. International Journal of Advanced Research in Physical sciences.Vol.2 (2): 1-17
  7. Sifuna D.B., Kinyanyui T.K., Ndiritu F.G. and Ngumbu R.G.(2014) “Comparison of thermal storage efficiency of solar pond with and without a polyethene membrane” International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications Vol. 4 (9) 1-5
  8. Ndegwa G.N., Ndiritu F.G., Golisha H and Kamweru P.K. (2014) “The Performance of solar air heater with high density polyethylene paper as top cover and brown sand layer as a absorber” International Journal of Energy Science Vol.4 (4) 85-90 doi: 10.14355/ijes.2014.0403.03
  9. Kemei S.K., Kirui M.S.K., Ndiritu F.G., Odhiambo P.M., Ngumbu R.G., Leite D.M.G. and Pereira A.L.J. (2014) “Storage moduli, loss moduli and damping factor of GaAs and Ga1-xMnxAs thin films using DMA 2980” Journal of Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing, Vol. 20  23-26
  10. Kamweru P.K, Ndiritu F.G., Kinyanjui T.K. , Muthui Z.W. Ngumbu R.G. and Odhiambo P.M (2014), “UV Absorption and dynamic mechanical analysis of polyethylene films”, International Journal of physical Sciences 9(24) 545-555 doi: 10.5897/IJPS2014.4229.
  11. Muthui Z.W., Ndiritu F.G., Hussein S.A., Kamweru P.K. and Ngumbu R.G. (2014), “Determination of the Grass Transition Temperature and Modulus of PLA Films Using Dynamic Mechanical Analysis at 500C and Amplitude of 10µ” Asian Journal of Natural & Applied Science Vol.3 (1), 12-19.
  12. Wambugu P.W., Chengeiywo J.M. and Ndiritu F.G. (2014) “Effects of Experiential Cooperative Concept Mapping Instructional Approach on Secondary School Students’ motivation in Physics in Nyeri County, Kenya” , Journal of Education and Practice, Vol.5 (15) 74-83.
  13. Muthui Z.W., Ndiritu F.G., Hussein S.A., Kamweru P.K. and Ngumbu R.G. (2013), “Determination of the Density and the Damping Properties of Polyethylene (Pe) and Polylactic (Pla) Films Using DMA” International Journal of Innovative Research & Studies, Vol.2 (8), 234-246.
  14. Muoria E.W., Moturi W.N and Ndiritu F.G. (2013), “Electronic Waste Management in Nakuru Municipality, Kenya: An Environmental Health Risk”, International Journal of Innovative Research & Studies, Vol.2 (10), 124-133. http://www.ijirs.com/vol2_issue-10/10.pdf
  15. Wambugu P.W., Chengeiywo J.M. and Ndiritu F.G. (2013) “Effects of Experiential Cooperative Concept Mapping Instructional Approach on Secondary School Students’ Achievement in Physics in Nyeri County, Kenya” , Asian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vol.2(4) Pg 279-296.
  16. Muthui Z.W., Ndiritu F.G., Hussein S.A., Kamweru P.K. and Ngumbu R.G. (2013), “Determination of the Density and the Damping Properties of Polyethylene (Pe) and Polylactic (Pla) Films Using DMA.” International Journal of Innovative Research & Studies, Vol.2 (8), 234-246.
  17. Mang’are P. A., Maweu O. M., Ndiritu F. G. and Vulule J. M., (2013) “The combined predator Ultrasound Acoustic Startle Response in the Female Gambiae.” International Journal of Biophysics, 3(1): 15-25 DOI: 10.5923/j.biophysics.20130301.02
  18. Wambugu P.W., Chengeiywo J.M. and Ndiritu F.G. (2013), “Investigation of Experiential Cooperative Concept Mapping Instructional Approach on Secondary School Girls Achievement in Physics in Nyeri County, Kenya”, Journal of Education and Practice, Vol. 4 (6) 120-130
  19. Kemei S.K., Kirui M.S.K., Ndiritu F.G., Odhiambo P.M., Ngumbu R.G. and Amollo T.A (2012), “Determination of Optical Band Gap and Heat Dissipation of Ga1-xMnxAs with Light in UV-VIS-IR Region using OSA SPECTRO 320”, Journal of Advances in Physics Theories and Applications Vol. 8, 13-24
  20. Kemei S.K., Kirui M.S.K., Ndiritu F.G., Odhiambo P.M., Ngumbu R.G. and Amollo T.A (2012), “Determination of Hall Effect Parameters of Gallium Arsenide and Gallium Manganese Arsenide by Van Der Pauw Geometry”, Journal of Advances in Physics Theories and Applications Vol. 8, 1-12
  21. Mang’are P. A., Maweu O. M., Ndiritu F. G. and Vulule J. M.,(2012) “A Comparative Study of the Transmission Parameters of the Sound of Mosquito Predators and EMR” International Journal of Biophysics, 2(4): 53-67 DOI: 10.5923/j.biophysics.20120204.01
  22. Mang’are P. A., Maweu O. M., Ndiritu F. G. and Vulule J. M.,(2012) “The Startling Effect of the Sound of Afra and A. Tormotus on the Female A. Gambiae” International Journal of Biophysics, 2(3): 40-52 DOI: 10.5923/j.biophysics.20120203.02.
  23. Kamweru P.K, Ndiritu F.G., Kinyanjui T.K. , Muthui Z.W. Ngumbu R.G. and Odhiambo P.M (2012), “ Study of Humidity and UV Wavelength Effects on Degradation of Photo-Irradiated Polyethylene Films Using DMA”, Journal of Macromolecular Science Part B, 51 (5) 817-827, doi:10.1080/00222348.2011.610214.
  24. Odhiambo J.O., Ndiritu F.G., and Wagara I. N. (2011), “Effect of AC Helmholt magnetic field on the mass of Rosecoco deans” Journal of Science Technology Education and Management (J-STEM), Vol. 4 No.1&2 16-30
  25. Kamweru P.K, Ndiritu F.G., Kinyanjui T.K. , Muthui Z.W. Ngumbu R.G. and Odhiambo P.M (2011), “Study of Temperature and UV Wavelength Range Effects on Degradation of Photo-Irradiated Polyethylene Films Using DMA”, Journal of Macromolecular Science, Part B, 50: 1338-1349, doi: 10.1080/00222348.2010.516172, First posted on: 15 April 2011 (iFirst)
  26. Odhiambo J.O., Ndiritu F.G., and Wagara I. N. (2009), “The influence of AC electromagnetic fields on the initial radicle growth rate of Phaseolus Vulgaris L.”, Journal of Applied Biosciences Vol. 22; 1350-1358.
  27. Odhiambo J.O., Ndiritu F.G., and Wagara I. N. (2009), “Effects of static electromagnetic fields at 24 h incubation on the germination of rose coco beans (Phaseolus Vulgaris)”, Romania J. Biophys., Vol. 19, No.2. 135-147
  28. Gaitho E.M., Ndititu F.G., Muriithi P.M., Ngumbu J.K. and Ngareh J.K. (2009), “Effect of thermal conductivity on the efficiency of single crystal silicon solar cell coated with an anti-reflective thin film", ELSEVIER, ScienceDirect, Journal of Solar Energy 83 (2009) 1290–1293
  29. Kirui H.W, Ndiritu F.G, Marigi S.N and    Ngareh J.K (2009), “Potential of Solar and Wind Energy as alternative Sources of Electricity in the Central Rift Valley of Kenya”, International Journal of Engineering Science, Vol. 1, No. 1 59-68
  30. Odhiambo, O.J., Ndiritu F.G., and Wagara I.N., (2008), “Effect of AC Electromagnetic Field on Germination of Rose Coco Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Egerton Journal, Science and Technology, 8, 186-200.
  31. Ngareh J.K., Ndiritu F.G., Muriithi P.M., Ngumbu R.G. and Gaitho F.M., (2007), “Social and Legal Issues that Impede Solar Energy Utilizations in Kenya”. J. of Research in Engineering, Vol. 4 No. 4 92-94.
  32. Ngumbu R.G., Ndiritu F.G. and Muriithi P.M, (2007), “Knowledge and Attitudes on Useage of Solar Home System; Rural and Urban Areas in Nakuru District-Kenya”. of Engineering Science and Technology, Vol. 2 No.2 15-20
  33. Ngareh J.K., Ndiritu F.G., Muriithi P.M. and Ngumbu R.G., (2007). “Challenges of Technologists in Kenyan Universities”, (Accepted, Journal of Science and Technology Research)
  34. Ndiritu F.G. and Muriithi P.M., (2004), “Physics for Enlightenment” Journal Education and Human Resources, Vol. 2 No.2, 98-106
  35. Ndiritu F.G., Muriithi P.M. and Majanga F.I. (2002), “A study of the magnetic impurities and physical characteristics of Njoro river” (International Journal of BioChemiPhysics, ISSN 1019-7648)
  36. Ndiritu F.G., Muriithi P.M. and Mwangi E.M., (2003), “University-Industry-Government Interaction; Are we in the Right Direction” Egerton Journal, Science and Technology, Vol. IV No. 2&3
  37. Ndiritu F.G., Muriithi P.M. and Muia L., (1999), “Determination of Trace Elements in Njoro river and Ground water by Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Analysis” Egerton Journal, Science and Technology, Vol. 2 No.2 73
  38. Muriithi P.M., Ndiritu F.G. and Muia L., (1999) “Application of a Nuclear Technique in Environmental Pollution Monitoring” Egerton Journal, Science and Technology, Vol. 2 No.2 98
CONFERENCES & INVITED PRESENTATIONS
  1. Irungu, F. G., Faraj, A. K., Mutungi, C. M., Ndiritu, F. G and Mathenge, S.G. (2020). DC and AC Activated Magnetic Fields Effects on Shrinkage and Sprouting Characteristics of Stored Potatoes. In: proceedings of the 7th Chuka University International Research Conference. Theme: Sharing Current Innovations to Revitalize Economic Development, held on 3rd and 4th December, 2020 at Student Recreational Complex, Chuka University, Kenya. p. 83.
  1. Mang’are P. A., Ndiritu F. G., Rotich S. K., Makatiani J. K. and Rapando B. W. (2019) “Critical analysis of the mosquito repellency evoked by the 10-34 kHz recorded animal sounds: The case of the African female A. gambiae s.s”, bioRxiv preprint first posted online Nov. 13, 2019; doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1101/841387. It is made available under a CC-BY 4.0 International license
  2. Ireri J.K., Kamweru P.K., Tuwei A.K. and Ndiritu F.G., “Changes in Mechanical properties of Golden Orb weaving Spider’s Dragline silk due spinning speed, ambient temperature and aging”. 6th International Research Conference, Chuka University, 6th-8th November, 2019.
  3. Mang’are P. A., Ndiritu F. G., Rotich S. K., Makatiani J. K. and Rapando B. W., Presentation of Abstract on Comparative Analysis of Acoustic Propagation Parameters of Natural Sounds of Anopheles gambiae s.s and Odorrana tormota Significant in Mosquito Startle during The Exploring Biophysics Diversity for Sustainable and Economic Development on 3rd and 4th July, 2019 at Bishop Stam Pastoral Centre, Kakamega. Kenya.

5.       Mang’are, P. A., Maweu, O. M., Ndiritu, F. G. and Vulule, J. M.; Two Oral Abstracts presentations(i). The Startling Effect of the Sound of C. Afra And A. Tormotus On The Female A. gambiae. (ii). Analysis of the 35 kHz - 60kHz Ultrasound of O. Tormota Evoking Optimal Startle Response in the African A. Gambiae S. S.ICAB 2018:  20th International Conference on Aquatic Biodiversity. Miami, USA. March, 12-13, 2018. Organised by WASET, International Scientific Committee, Holiday Inn Miami Beach Oceanfront. 4333 Collins Ave. Miami Beach FL 33140.6.       Ndiritu F.G. (2013) “Change or Die: The challenge Facing Technical Vocational Education and Training (TIVET) Physics Curriculum Today” First KATTI Regional Conference on the Role of TIVET in Africa’s Development Agenda, 25th- 30th August, 2013, Sai Rock Resort, Mombasa.

  1. Ndiritu F.G. , Wambugu P.W and Changeiywo J.M, (2012) “Effect of Experiential Cooperative Concept Mapping Instructional Approach on Secondary School Students Motivation in Physics in Nyeri County, Kenya”.1st International Conference at Laikipia University College, 20th -23th June 2012.
  2. Emily A.O. and Ndiritu F.G. (2012) “Determination of the Focal length of a lens generating Aberrations”, 1st International Conference at Laikipia University College, 20th -23th June 2012.
  3. Muoria E.W., Moturi W. and Ndiritu F. G., (2011) “E-Waste: Disposal behavior of residents in Nakuru Municipality”. 1st national regional centre of expertise conference, 15th -16th November, 2011 at KICC, Nairobi, Kenya.
  4. Ndiritu F.G., Ngari S.M., Muriithi P.M. and Mwangi E.M., “Challenges to and Opportunities for Development of Sustainable Environment in the Developing Countries”, Proceedings of Third International Conference of the ATWAS (Kenya Chapter), September 18th –20th, 2002, Daystar University Nairobi, Kenya.
  5. Ndiritu F.G., “The influence of molecular structure on the nonlinear optical properties of liquid crystals”, The Kenya Chemical Society 4th international Conference, 19th-23rd August 2002, Egerton University, Njoro, Kenya
  6. Ndiritu F.G., “Generation of Low-Frequency Electrical and Optical Oscillations in a System Liquid Crystal Cell-Solar Cell”, College on thin film Technology, July 29th –9th August 2002,University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
  7. Ndiritu F.G., Muriithi P.M. and Mwangi E.M., “University-Industry-Government Interaction; Are we in the Right Direction”. Proceedings of Second International conference of the ATWAS (Kenya Chapter), Egerton University, Kenya, 2001.
  8. Ndiritu F.G., Muriithi P.M., Mwangi E.M. and Muia L., “Physics for Enlightenment” Proceedings of Kenya Physical Society, Kenyatta university, 2001.
  9. -Kola B.O. and Ndiritu F.G., “Simulation as a Tool in Physics Education”. International Conference on use of microcomputer in Physics Education, University of Nairobi (Kenya), 1995.
  10. Ndiritu F.G, Muia L. and Dutta B.N., “Composition of Trace Elements along River Njoro”. Proceedings of the Eighty-Second session of the Indian Science Congress, Calcutta, 1995.
  11. Ndiritu F.G. Muia L. and Dutta B.N., “Determination of Trace Elements in Njoro River and Groundwater by EDXRF”, Proceedings of the 6th annual General Conference, Kenya National Association of Physicist (KNAP), 1993.
HONORS, PRIZE AND AWARDS
  • Awarded Best Departmental Award In recognition of outstanding achievement in financial management, service delivery and operations in performance contracting for the year 2008/2009
  • Post Graduate Supervisor of the Year 2010/2011 Academic year Egerton University
TEACHING AREAS

Postgraduate

  • PHYS 821: Physics of Complex Systems
  • PHYS 812: Quantum Field Theory
  • PHYS 730: Properties of Materials
  • PHYS 701: Classical Mechanics
  • Undergraduate
  • PHYS 423: Mathematical Physics II
  • PHYS 323: Classical Mechanics
  • PHYS 316: Mathematical Physics I
  • PHYS 300: Practical
  • PHYS 221: Introduction to Material Science
  • PHYS 212: Electricity and Magnetism
POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION
MASTERS LEVEL :

MASTERS LEVEL:

  1. Kirui H.W. MSc “Potential of solar and wind energy as alternative sources of electricity in the central rift valley of Kenya” 2006
  2. Odhiambo O.P.J. MSc Effect of varied magnetic intensities and exposure time on germination and growth of “Coco Beans” (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) 2007
  3. Muoria E.W MSc Assessment of electronic waste management; A case study of Nakuru municipality, Kenya 2010
  4. Kamweru P.K. MSc Investigation of effects of humidity and temperature on the accelerated photo degradation of polyethylene flimsies 2010
  5. Muthui Z.W. MSc The determination of the mechanical properties of a biodegradable thermoplastic – Polylactic Acid (PLA) and comparison with those of Polyethylene(PE) 2010
  6. Amunzu P.M MSc Determination of predator ultrasound parameters and acoustic startle response in the African anopheles mosquito (Anopheres gambiae) 2012
  7. Ndegwa G.N. MSc Construction and determination of a solar air heater with high density polyethylene as top cover and sand layer as an absorber 2013
  8. Emily A.O. MSc Determination of the focal length of a lens generating aberrations 2013
  9. Kemei S.K. MSc Investigation of the effects of thermal stress and photoluminescence on the spintronic performance of gallium manganese arsenide compound as in integrated circuits computers 2013
  10. Douglas Bukebi Sifuna MSc Experimental analysis and comparison of Salt diffusion in a salt gradient solar pond with and without polyethene film 2015
  11. Ms Ngunya H.M. MSc Properties and degradation rates of conventionally processed and reinforced high density polyethylene material 2016
  12. Ms Thirika Mwende Ann MSc Evaluation of magnetic field as alternate water purification approach 2016
  13. Ms Kamau Esther Mweru MSc Locating seismic events under the Menengai volcanic field of the Kenyan rift 2022
  14. Butembu Sabastine MSc (Chuka University) Structural, morphological, elemental and electrical properties of aluminium doped zinc cobalt ferrites prepared using sol-gel autocombustion method 2019
  15. Gideon Akou Osamong MSc (Chuka University) Synthesis and characterization of copper doped mg-ni ferrite nanoparticles 2019

Ongoing

1. Ms. Charity Wangechi Maina  MSc “Dynamic mechanical analysis of polyurethane made condoms and gloves under various environments” Considerable data collected and analysis is in progress

PhD LEVEL:

  1. Wambugu P.W. PhD Effects of experiential cooperative concept mapping instruction approach on secondary school students achievement and motivation in Physics in Nyeri North District, Kenya (2011) In Vice-Chancellor’s list of Honour; Recognized for academic excellence during the 24th Graduation ceremony
  2. Amunzu Philip Mang’are, PhD Investigation of the acoustic propagation parameters and startle response of the african female anopheles gambiae for the design of a mosquito repellent device (2021)

Ongoing

  1. Irungu Francis Gichuho PhD “Potential of Magnetic Induction on Reduction of Postharvest Losses in potatoes and its effects on physic-Chemical, Nutritional and Quality of Potato Products” Considerable data collected and analysis is in progress

Mr. Majanga I.F.  PhD  A geophysical study of the subsurface and its effect on physical planning and groundwater in Nakuru town, Kenya Considerable data already collected and analysis is in Progress

OTHER SOCIETIES
  • 1994 to date Member of the Kenya Physical Society (KPS)
  • 2016 to date Biophysics Society –Kenya Chapter
  • 1998-2010 Member of the Kenya Chemical Society (KCS)
  • 1994 to 2013 Member of Association of Third world Studies (ATWAS), Kenya
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