Professor PAUL N. NDEGWA (Ph.D.)...Typhlodramalus aripo (Acari: Phytoseeidae) for biological control...
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Professor PAUL N. NDEGWA (Ph.D.)
1. PERSONAL DETAILS
Contact: School of Biological Sciences, University of Nairobi,
P. O. Box 30197 - 00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: [email protected]
Mobile phone: +254 721 946348
Nationality: Kenyan
Marital Status: Married
Age: 55 years
2. EDUCATION BACKGROUND
2.1 Ph.D. (Zoology - (Entomology), University of Nairobi, Kenya. 1992-1997
2.2 M.Sc. (Medical & Veterinary Entomology), University of Nairobi, Kenya. 1987-1990
2.3 B.Sc. (Biological Sciences), University of Nairobi, Kenya. 1984-1987 2.4 Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE), Kagumo High School. Nyeri. 1981-
1982
2.5 Kenya Certificate of Education (KCE), Ichagaki Secondary School, Maragwa. 1977-1980
2.6 Certificate of Primary Education (CPE), Gathera Primary School, Maragwa.1970-1976
3. WORK EXPERIENCE
3.1 Associate Professor, University of Nairobi - 6 years (2012- Present)
3.2 Senior Lecturer, University of Nairobi – 10 years (2002- 2012)
3.3 Post-Doctoral Fellowship, International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology
(ICIPE) - 2 years (1996-1998)
3.4 Lecturer, University of Nairobi – 6 years (1996- 2002)
3.5 Tutorial Fellow, University of Nairobi – 6 years (1991- 1996)
3.6 Demonstrator, Zoology Department, University of Nairobi – 2 years (1989-1990)
3.7 Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Soil Science, University of Nairobi
– 4 months. July 1987- October 1987
3.8 Untrained Teacher, Itaaga Secondary School – 1.5 years (1983-1984)
4. ADMINISTRATIVE / LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENTS & OTHER WORK-
RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES – Present & Past
4.1 Director, School of Biological Sciences, University of Nairobi (May 2014 – Present)
4.2 Acted Principal, College of Biological and Physical Sciences on many occasions on
request since May 2014
4.3 Peer Reviewer, Commission for University Education (2018 onwards)
4.4 Manager, Chiromo Strategic Management Unit (SMU), Student Welfare Authority
(SWA) – 4 years (April 2012-August 2016)
4.5 Chair, SONU Electoral Commission 2016
4.6 Vice Chair, Student Affairs Division Strategic Plan and Evaluation Steering
Committee (Sept 2014)
4.7 Head, Entomology Thematic Area, School of Biological Sciences – 4 years (2010-
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2014)
4.8 Chair, Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) Pesticide Technical committee - 4 years
(2009-2012)
4.9 External Examiner, Department of Pure & Applied Sciences, Karatina University;
2016-Present
4.10 External Examiner, Department of Zoological Sciences, Kenyatta University-
3 years (2012 – 2015)
4.11 Member, Student Welfare Authority Procurement Committee (2012-2015)
4.12 Member, College Cohesion & National values Committee (2015 – Present)
4.13 Member, College Student Security and Safety Committee (2016-present)
4.14 Member, International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology, icipe Board of
Postgraduate Training (IBPT) (2011 – 2013)
4.15 College Representative, University of Nairobi Student mentorship Committee
(2015 – Present )
4.16 Member, School of Biological Sciences anti-corruption Committee (2009 –
2014)
4.17 Ag. Director, School of Biological Sciences: Many times on request on diverse
dates between 2006-2014
4.18 Co-ordinator, Entomology (1998- 2006 )
4.19 Ag. Chairman, Zoology Department: Many times on request on diverse dates
between 1998-2005
4.20 Chair, SBS Calendar & Brochure committee (2006-2013)
4.21 Co-ordinator, Zoology Undergraduate Research Projects: 1998-2014
4.22 Examinations Officer, Zoology department (1999-2004)
4.23 Departmental Representative at Faculty of Science Examination Committee
(1999-2004)
4.24 Co-ordinator, B. Ed. (Sc.) – Biology. Zoology Dept. 1998-2006
4.25 External Examiner, Biology; Kenya Science Teachers Training College –
(Before it was taken over by UoN)
4.26 Department Representative at Zoology ODL programme (2002-2004)
5. RECENT INVITED JOURNAL REVIEWS
5.1 International Journal of tropical Insect Science: 1 review
Manuscript MS-IJT-3976 of 13/6/2016. Title: First report of Paederus fuscipes
(Coleoptera:Staphilinidae) from sandy tidal zones of the Caspian seashore
5.2 PLos Neglected Tropical Diseases: 2 reviews
Manuscript PNTD-D-12-01063 of 12/9/2016. Title: Standardizing visual control devices
for tsetse flies: East African species Glossina swynnertoni
5.3 Africa Journal of Ecology: 4 reviews
i. Manuscript AFJE-10-128 of 29/4/2015. Title: Mapping land cover types and their
suitability for tsetse flies in eastern Uganda: a remote sensing approach
ii. Manuscript AFJE-10-182 of 23/6/2015. Title: Diversity and distribution of rodents
and shrews in fragmented habitats of Taita hills, Kenya
5.4 Wildlife Biology Practice: 1 review
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Manuscript WBP-140-952-2-RV (2014). Title: Clinical trypanosomiasis and mortality
in re-introduced black (Diceros bicornis michaeli) and white (Ceratotherium simum
simum) rhinoceroses in Kenya.
5.5 Kenya Journal of Sciences: 1 review
Manuscript KJS-B-402 of 7/5/2010. Title: Greenhouse rearing of the predacious mite
Typhlodramalus aripo (Acari: Phytoseeidae) for biological control of cassava green mite
in Kenya.
6 COMMUNITY SERVICE
6.1 Member, Murang’a County Initiative
6.2 Member, Board of Governors, Ichagaki High School (2009-2012)
6.3 Visits to Children’s home: Organized visits by students & staff to Watu Wa Maana
children’ home at Ruiru, Kambu County.
6.4 Tree Planting: Organized tree planting exercise by staff & students in Chiromo SMU
& School of Biological Sciences
6.5 Team building and Leadership: Invited lecture by Secondary Schools Principals at a
workshop held at Naivasha on 4/10/2009
6.6 Member of Board of Governors: Served as BOG member for Gathera Secondary
School, Itaaga Secondary School and Ichagaki Secondary School
6.7 Setting Achievable goals: Invited talk by Principal, Ichagaki Secondary School on
24/6/2011
6.8 Setting Achievable goals: Invited talk by Principal, Itaaga Secondary school on
14/3/2010
7 RECENT GRANTS / CONSULTANCIES
7.1 NRF grant (2017): Part of a consortium that successfully submitted a multidisciplinary
grant proposal and got awarded KSh. 7,000,000
7.2 Linnaeus-Palme Travelling Grant 35,000K (2015/2016) (KSh. 391,000)
7.3 INSFEED: Insect feed for Poultry and fish production in Kenya and Uganda. of 71,688
USD (2015/2016) (= Ksh. 7,227,500)- IDRC grant
7.4 Deans Committee grant KSh. 250,000 (2011)
7.5 Arthropods Biodiversity Specialist: Biodiversity assessment of the Enoosupukia Trust
Land and Adjoining Areas: A project In support of the development of a carbon project.
LTS Africa Ltd & LTS International Ltd. March 2013
8 SUPERVISION OF POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
8.1 Doctor of Philosophy– (Total supervised = 13 (9 completed; 4 on-going)
Table 1: Supervision record of PhD students
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Students Name, Registration No. & Thesis Title Status Co-supervisor(s)
1.
Kiptoo Judith Jeruto (2016)
Integration of predacious mites, fertilizers and selective
insecticides for the management of citrus pests in
Kenya
Data collection Prof. E.Banhawhy (UoN)
2. Bridget Obhagiagie Aito Bobadoye (2013)
Biodiversity of stingless bees (Apidae: Meliponini) and
their floral resources in Taita Hills, Kenya
Completed
2017
Prof. L.W. Irungu (UoN)
Dr. B. Torto (icipe)
Dr. Ayuka T. F. (icipe)
3. Josyline Cirindi K (2013).
Evaluation of lambdacyhalothrin incorporated into 1,
4-dichlorobenzene for control of insect vectors of
malaria and leishmaniases
Submitted for
Examination
Nov. 2018
Prof. L.W. Irungu (UoN)
Dr. Chris Anjili (KEMRI)
Dr. Philip Ngumbi
(KEMRI)
4. David Tembong Cham (2013).
Study on defensive mechanisms of Apis mellifera
against pests and analysis of honeybee collected pollen
in Cameroon
Completed
2017
Prof. L.W. Irungu (UoN)
Dr. B. Torto (icipe)
Dr. Ayuka T. F. (icipe)
Dr. Suresh Raina (icipe)
5. Benignus V. Ngowi (2013)
Potential effects of climate change on tritrophic
interactions in crucifer farming systems of Mt
Kilimanjaro and Taita Hills.
Submitted for
examination
Nov. 2018
Dr. E. M. Mwangi (UoN)
Dr H. E. Z. Tonnang
(CIMMYT)
Dr. S. Sevgan (icipe)
6. Githinji Edward Kareithi (2011)
Determination of insecticide resistance and its impact
on malaria transmission potential among the major
vectors in Teso sub-county, western Kenya
Writing up Prof. L. W. Irungu (UoN)
Dr Evan Mathenge
(KEMRI)
7. Patrice Kasangaki (2012).
Characterization of honey bee races and the
epidemiology of honey bee diseases in Uganda
Completed in
2016
Dr. G. Nyamasyo (UoN)
Dr. Robert Kajobe
(ZARDI-Uganda))
8. Shepard Ndlela (2012).
Development and implementation of pre- and post-
harvest management measures for Bactrocera invadens
and Ceratitis cosyra on mango
Completed in
2017
Dr. G. Ong’amo (UoN)
Dr. S. Ekesi (icipe)
Dr. S. Mohamed (icipe)
9. Venansio Tumuhaise I80/81921/2011
Evaluation of entomopathogenic fungi and commercial
Bacillus thuringiensis for the management of Maruca
vitrata on cowpeas
Completed in
2015
Prof. L. W. Irungu (UoN)
Dr. S. Ekesi (icipe)
Dr. S. Mohamed (icipe)
10. Ayuka T. Fombong I80/82303/2008
Studies on chemical ecology and molecular
characterization of beetles pests of honey bee colonies
in Kenya.
Completed in
2011
Prof. L.W. Irungu (UoN)
Dr. B. Torto (icipe)
Dr. Masiga (icipe)
11. Philip M. Ngumbi, (2008).
Experimental control of sandflies (Diptera:
Psychodidae) using entomopathogenic fungi
(Hyphomycetes) in captivity and in the field.
Completed in
2011
Prof. L. W. Irungu (UoN)
Dr. N. Maniania (icipe)
12. Harrison Mugo (2006). I80/9227/2005
Management of coffee pests in Kenya: Integration of
predacious mites and the actions of some
environmentally accepted compounds.
Completed in
2010 Prof. L. W. Irungu (UoN)
Prof. E. Banhawy (UoN)
13. Evan Mathenge (2004).
Development of an exposure-free bed-net trap for
sampling Afro-tropical malaria vectors
Completed
2008
Prof. L. W. Irungu (UoN)
Dr. G. Killeen (KEMRI)
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8.2 Master of Science – (Total supervised = 15 (13 completed: 2 on-going)
Table 2: Supervision record of M.Sc. students
No. Students Name, Registration No. & Thesis Title Status Co-supervisor(s)
1. Ruth Nguhe Matanda I56/74096/2014
Innovative alternative fish feeds for aquaculture in
Kenya
Completed
2017
Prof Muthumbi
Dr D. Munguti (KEMFRI)
Dr Gatune (Karatina
University)
2. Charles Otieno Kwadha I56/74780/2014
Determination of attractant semio-chemicals of the
wax moth, Gallelia mellonella L. (Pyralidae:
Lepidoptera) in honey bee colonies
Completed
2016
Dr. G. Ong’amo (UoN)
3. Anthony Nzomo Mukasa I56/67583/2013
Assessment of nutritional effect of different diet types
on life cycle parameters of laboratory-bred
Schistocerca gregaria
Submitted
thesis for
examination
Sept. 2018
Dr. G. Ong’amo (UoN)
4. Fridah Karegi Njeru I56/67469/2013
Diversity and abundance of wild insects harvested
with biting flies traps in a peridomestic and natural
habitat
Writing up Dr. G. Ong’amo (UoN)
5. James Maina Gichuhi I56/68963/2013
Rearing method and life history of a laboratory colony
of the african coffee white stem borer, Monochamus
leuconotus (Pascoe) (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae).
Completed
2016
Dr. G. Ong’amo (UoN)
Dr. Regis Babin (icipe)
Dr. H. M. Mugo (CRF)
6. Dancan Kobia I56/79501/2012
Diversity & distribution of immature malaria & rift
valley fever vectors along an altitudinal gradient in
Baringo County, Kenya.
Completed
2016
Dr. G. Ong’amo
7. Albert O. Owino I56/64572/2011.
Effect of temperature on the life history traits of
Liriomyza trifolii Burgess (Diptera: Agromyzidae)
Completed
2015
Dr. G. Ong’amo (UoN)
8. Crispus W. Maribie I56/7805/2006.
Survey of soil mites (Acari) diversity and densities in
different land use types in Embu and Taita Districts,
Kenya
Completed
2010
Dr. G. Nyamasyo
9. Emily N. Kitivo I56/7438/2006.
The diversity and abundance of subterenean termites in
different land cover types: A case study of Embu and
Taita Hills, Kenya.
Completed
2011
Dr. G. Nyamasyo (UoN)
10. Njoroge K. Mwangi I56/8665/2005.
The influence of proximity of agricultural farms to
Arabuko-Sokoke forest on insect pollinator diversity
and fruit set in Mango and Cashew nut crops.
Completed
2010
Dr. E. Mwangi ((UoN)
11. Samuel K. Kamau I56/7850/2003.
Effect of insecticide-treated stable-nets on tsetse and
other Diptera in Kwale District, Kenya.
Completed
2009
Dr. F. Oyieke ((UoN)
12. Eunice A. Owino (2004). Field evaluation of limburger
cheese as an odour-bait source for sampling
Afrotropical malaria vectors
Completed
2007
Prof. R. Mukabana (UoN)
13. Humpdeen N. Nyamweya (2005). An assessment of
butterfly species diversity in relation to plant structure
Completed
2008
Dr. N. Gichuki (UoN)
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and phenology in Marsabit National Park
14. Flora N. Namu (2003). Effects of forest disturbance on
butterfly diversity in Kakamega forest Nature Reserve
(KFNR), Western Kenya.
Completed
2005
Dr. J. Githaiga (UoN)
Dr. E. Kioko (NMK)
15. Simon M. Mugatha (2002). The influence of landuse
patterns on diversity and abundance of small mammals
in Gachoka Division of Mbeere District, Kenya.
Completed
2005
9 PUBLICATIONS IN REFEREED JOURNALS
1. Kasangaki Patrice, Nyamasyo N. Gideon, Ndegwa N. Paul, Angiro Christopher,
and Kajobe Robert, “Apis mellifera adansonii Is the Most Defensive Honeybee in
Uganda,” Psyche, vol. 2018, Article ID 4079587, 6 pages,
2018. https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/4079587.
2. Patrice Kisangaki, Gideon Nyamasyo, Paul Ndegwa and Robert Kajobe (2018).
Assessment of honey bee colony performance in the agro-ecological zones of Uganda.
Current Investigations in Agriculture and Current Research. 1(5): 1-6
3. Kobia Dancan, George O. Ong’amo and Paul N. Ndegwa (2018). Diversity and
distribution of immature vectors of malaria and rift valley fever in habitats along an
altitudinal gradient in Barigo, Kenya. Bonorowo Wetlands 8(1): 25-31
4. Kaburi Josyline, Ngumbi Philip, Irungu Lucy, Ndegwa Paul, Ingonga Johnstone, Bernard
Osero, Dickson Libendi and Anjili Christopher (2018).Synergistic effects of
lambacyhalothrin incorporated into 1,4-dichlorobenzene for the control of sand fly and
mosquito vectors in Baringo and Kirinyaga Counties, Kenya. Asian Journal of Biological
and Life Sciences 7(1):21-27
5. Kaburi J, Ngumbi P, Irungu L, Ndegwa P, Ingonga J, Bernard Osero B. and Anjili C.
(2018). Discovery of Phlebotomus Species of Sand Flies in Mwea Irrigation Scheme,
Kirinyaga County, Kenya: A Possible Leishmaniases focus. Annals of Clinical Cytology
and Pathology 4(3): 1103-1107.
6. Kaburi Josyline, Ngumbi Philip, Irungu Lucy, Ndegwa Paul, Ingonga Johnstone, Ruttoh
Reuben, Bernard Osero and Anjili Chritopher (2018). Effects of Lambdacyhalothrin
incorporated into 1,4-Dichlorobenzene on sand fly and mosquito vectors in endemic areas
of Kenya. Journal of Zoological Research 2(1): 1-6
7. V. Tumuhaise, S. Ekesi, N.K. Maniania, H.E.Z. Tonnang, C.M. Tanga, P.N. Ndegwa,
L.W. Irungu, R. Srinivasan and S.A. Mohamed (2018). Temperature-dependent growth
and virulence, and mass production potential of two candidate isolates of Metarhizium
anisopliae (Metschinikoff) Sorokin for managing Maruca vitrata Fabricus (Lepidoptera:
Crambidae) on cowpea. African Entomology 26(1):73-83
8. C. A. Kwadha, G. O. Ong’amo, P. N. Ndegwa, S.K. Raina and A.T. Fombong (2017).
Biology and control of the greater wax moth, Gallelia mellonella. Insects 8(2): 61-76
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9. David T. Cham, Ayuka T. Fombong, Paul N. Ndegwa , Lucy W. Irungu, and Suresh K.
Raina (2017). Scientific note on the first report of Varroa destructor in Cameroon.
Journal of Apicultural Research 56 (4): 397-399
10. Benignus V. Ngowi, Henri E. Z. Tonnang, Evans M. Mwangi, Tino Johansson, Janet
Ambale, Paul N. Ndegwa, Sevgan Subramanian (2017). Temperature-dependent
phenology of Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae): Simulation and visualization
of current and future Distributions along the Eastern Afromontane. PLoS ONE 12(3): 1-
24 e0173590. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0173590
11. D.T. Cham, A.T. Fombong, P.N. Ndegwa, L.W. Irungu, E, Nguku and S.K. Raina1
(2017). Megaselia scalaris (Diptera: Phoridae), an opportunist parasitoid of honey bees in
Cameroon. African Entomology 25(2): 254–258
12. S. Ndlela, S. Ekesi, P.N. Ndegwa, G.O. Ong’amo & S. A. Mohamed (2017) Postharvest
disinfestation of Bactrocera dorsalis (Hendel) (Diptera:Tephritidae) in mango using hot
water treatments. Journal of Applied Entomology. 141(10): 848-859
13. Bobadoye, B. O., Fombong, A. T. Ndegwa, P. N. and Irungu, L. W. (2017). Vulnerable
habitats alter African meliponine bee’s (Hymenoptera: Apidae) assemblages in an eastern
afro-montane biodiversity hotspot. International Journal of Insect Science 9: 1-11.
14. Bobadoye, B. O., Ndegwa, P. N., Irungu, L. W., Fombong, A. and Kajobe, R. (2017).
Floral resources sustaining African meliponine bee species (Hymenoptera: Meliponini)
in a fragile habitat of Kenya. Journal of Biology and life science 8, 42-58.
15. Patrice Kasangaki, Gideon Nyamasyo, Paul Ndegwa, Robert Kajobe, Christopher
Angiro, Agapitus Kato and Charles Masembe (2017).Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA)
markers reveal low genetic variation and the presence of two honey bee races in Uganda’s
agro-ecological zones. Journal of Apicultural Research 56(2):112-121 DOI:
10.1080/00218839.2017.1287997
16. James M. Gichuhi, Paul Ndegwa, Harrison M. Mugo, Ephantus K. Guandaru and Régis
Babin (2016). Rearing method and developmental biology of the African coffee white stem
borer, Monochamus leuconotus (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae). Journal of Economic
Entomology · DOI: 10.1093/jee/tow283
17. Hannah W. Karuri, Daniel Olago, Roy Neilson, Editah Njeri, Alfred Opere and Paul
Ndegwa (2016). Plant parasitic nematode assemblages associated with sweet potato in
Kenya and their relationship with environmental variables. Tropical Plant Pathology. DOI:
10.1007/s40858-016-0114-4
18. Wanjama J. K., Onyango I., Mutyambai D. M., Kabochi S. K. and Ndegwa P. N. (2016).
Occurrence of Nosema species in honey bee colonies in Kenya. Bulletin of Animal and
Health Production in Africa, Bee, 129 – 135
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19. S. Ndlela, S. Mohamed, P.N. Ndegwa, G.O. Ong’amo & S. Ekesi (2016). Male annihilation
technique using methyl eugenol for field suppression of Bactrocera dorsalis (Hendel)
(Diptera: Tephritidae) on mango in Kenya. African Entomology 24 (2): 437–447 (2016)
20. Tumuhaise V., Ekesi S., Mohamed S. A., P. N. Ndegwa, L. W. Irungu, Srinivasan R. N.
and K. Maniania (2015). Pathogenicity and performance of two candidate isolates of
Metarhizium anisopliae and Beauveria bassiana (Hypocreales: Clavicipitaceae) in four
liquid culture media for the management of the legume pod borer Maruca vitrata
(Lepidoptera: Crambidae). International Journal of Tropical Insect Science 35(1):34-47.
21. Mugo H. M., Irungu L. W. and Ndegwa P. N. (2013). Population of predacious phytoseiid
mites, Euseius kenyae (Swirski and Ragusa) on coffee treated with different soil applied
fertilizers. African Journal of Agricultural Research 8(37), 4608-4613
22. Mugo, H. M., Irungu, L. W., Ndegwa, P. N. (2012). Population dynamics of predacious
phytoseiid mites, Euseius kenyae and coffee thrips, Diarthrothrips coffeae and their
Interactions in coffee agro ecosystems in Kenya. International Journal of Science and
Nature 3(2): 316-323
23. Ayuka T. Fombong, Peter E. A. Teal, Richard T. Arbogast, Paul N. Ndegwa,
Lucy W. Irungu and Baldwyn Torto (2012). Chemical Communication in the Honey Bee
Scarab Pest Oplostomus haroldi: Role of (Z)-9-Pentacosene. Journal of Chemical Ecology,
38(12), 1463-1473
24. Ayuka T. Fombong, Fabian Haas, P.N. Ndegwa and L.W. Irungu (2012). Life history of
Oplostomus haroldi (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae) and a description of its third instar larva.
Africa Journal of Insect Science, 32(1):1-8
25. Mugo H. M., El- Banhawy E .M., Irungu L.W., Ndegwa P.N. and Mburu D.M. (2011).
Resistance of Predacious mites, Euseius kenyae (Acari: Phytoseiidae) to chlorpyrifos
(Dursdan®) in Kenyan coffee farms. Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology.
13(1), 53-64.
26. Mugo H. M., El- Banhawy E. M., Irungu L.W. and Ndegwa P.N (2011). The insect pests
of coffee and their distribution in Kenya. InternationalJournal of Science and Nature. 2(3),
564-569
27. Philip M. Ngumbi1, Lucy W. Irungu, Paul N. Ndegwa & Nguya K. Maniania
(2011).Pathogenicity of Metarhizium anisopliae (Metch) Sorok and Beauveria bassiana
(Bals) Vuill to adult Phlebotomus duboscqi (Neveu-Lemaire) in the laboratory. Journal of
Vector Borne Diseases 48, 37-40
28. Maribie, C.W.; Nyamasyo, G.H.N.; Ndegwa, P.N.; Lagerl, F, J.; Gikungu, M. (2011).
Abundance and diversity of soil mites (Acari) along a gradient of land use types in Taita
Taveta, Kenya. Tropical and subtropical agroecosystems. 13 (1), 11-26
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29. F. N. Namu, J. M. Githaiga, E. N. Kioko, P. N. Ndegwa, C. L. Häuser, L.Kühn (2008)
The butterfly, Hypolimnas salmacis magnifica (Drury, 1773) in Kakamega Forest National
Reserve (KFNR) Kenya. Metamorphosis 18 (4), 142-143
30. Steve Mihok, David A. Carlson and Paul N. Ndegwa (2007) Tsetse and other biting fly
responses to Nzi traps baited with octenol, phenols and acetone. Medical and Veterinary
Entomology 21, 70-84
31. Mathenge, E.M., Misian, G.O. Oulo, D.O., Irungu, L.W., Ndegwa, P.N., Killeen, G.F. &
Knols B.G.J. (2005) Comparative performance of Mbita trap, CDC light trap and Human
Landing Catch in the sampling of Anopheles arabiensis, An. Funestus and culicine species
in a rice irrigation scheme in western Kenya. Malaria Journal 4: 7-11
32. Mathenge, E.M., Omweri, G.O., Irungu, L.W., Ndegwa, P.N., Welczak, E., Smith, T. A..
Killeen, G.F. & Knols, B.J.G. (2004) Comparative field evaluation of Mbita trap, CDC
light trap and the Human Landing Catch for sampling of malaria vectors in western Kenya.
American Journal of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene 70, 33-37
33. Paul N. Ndegwa and Jennifer Ogodo (2002) Community structure and diel activity patterns
of peridomestic Stomoxyinae in Nairobi, Kenya. Insect Science & it’s Application 22: 275-
280
34. Mathenge, E. M; G.F. Killeen, D.O. Oulo, L. W. Irungu, P. N. Ndegwa and B. G. J. Knols
(2002) Development of an exposure-free bednet trap for sampling Afrotropical malaria
vectors. Medical & Veterinary Entomology 16, 1-8
35. Paul N. Ndegwa, Steve Mihok and Florence A. Oyieke (2001). Habitat preferences and
activity patterns of Glossina swynnertoni Austen in Maasai Mara, Kenya. Insect Science &
it's Applications 21, 113-122
36. Paul N. Ndegwa and Steve Mihok (1999). Development of odour-baited traps for Glossina
swynnertoni Austen. Bulletin of Entomological Research 98, 255-261.
37. S. Mihok, E.N. Munyoki, F. Masaninga, P. N. Ndegwa & R. O. Olubayo (1994). Isolation
of Trypanosoma ssp. from wild flies through procyclic expansion in Glossina morsitans
centralis. Acta Tropica 56, 25-37.
38. Paul N. Ndegwa, Lucy W. Irungu & Shamshudeen K. Moloo (1992). Effect of high
incubation temperature of puparia: Increased infection rates of Trypanosoma congolense
in Glossina morsitans centralis, G. fuscipes fuscipes and G. brevipalpis. Medical &
Veterinary Entomology 6, 127-130.
9.1.2 BOOK CHAPTERS
1. Flora N. Namu, John M. Githaiga, Esther N.Kioko, Paul N. Ndegwa, Christoph L. Häuser
(2008). Butterfly species composition and abundance in an old, middle-aged, and young
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secondary forests, In: Kühne L. (Ed.), Butterflies and moths diversity of the Kakamega
forest (Kenya), Brandenburgische Universitätsdruckerei und Verlagsgesellschaft,
Germany, pp. 47-61
9.1.3 CITATIONS INDICES AS AT 7/2/2018
1. Google Scholar : As at 9/11/2018
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=46QbhhEAAAAJ&hl=en
All Since 2013
Citations 396 230
h-index 9 8
i10-index 9 8
9.1.4 MANUALS
1. Paul N. Ndegwa (2016). Fundamentals of Arthropod Biology, University of Nairobi.
Open & Distance Learners (ODL) Module
2. Paul N. Ndegwa (2003). Lecture notes on Invertebrate Zoology, University of Nairobi.
Open & Distance Learners (ODL) Module
9.1.5 OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS TO LITERATURE
1. Paul N. Ndegwa (1997). Studies on ecological and epidemiological significance of
Glossina swynnertoni Austen in Masai Mara, Kenya. Ph.D. Thesis, University of
Nairobi.
2. Paul N. Ndegwa (1997). Cyclic development of Trypanosoma congolense Broden in
Glossina morsitans centralis, G. brevipalpis and G. swynnertoni. M.Sc. Thesis,
University of Nairobi
10 RESEARCH
10.2 Current Interests:
I am currently working on an IDRC/CIAR funded project entitled “INSFEED- Insect feed
for fish and poultry production in Kenya and Uganda”.
10.3 Past Research engagements
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2004-2012: Collaborative research on different ecological aspects of insect pests or
vectors of diseases mainly on biology, chemical ecology, odour-bait development,
trapping technology for management of pests/vectors, population dynamics, IPM.
1998-2004: Research on different biological aspects of stable flies (Stomoxyinae) and
other biting flies, including population dynamics, community structure, activity
patterns, host-blood discrimination and its effect on survival of Stomoxys spp.
1996-1998: Post-Doctoral Fellowship at International Centre for Insect Physiology &
Ecology (icipe). Research on Ecology of Tsetse & other biting flies in Kenya, Tanzania
and Ethiopia. Good hands-on experience on field trapping technology, odour baits
testing and other sampling techniques for insects (and other arthropods).
1992-1996: Research on ecology and Epidemiological importance of the tsetse fly
Glossina swynnertoni in the Masai Mara, Kenya. The field work involved evaluating
tsetse sampling devices, determination of habitat preferences, population dynamic,
feeding habits and vector potential. Molecular characterization of trypanosomes was
done at Institute of Veterinary Biochemistry, Free University, Germany and bloodmeal
analysis at GTZ-BGVV laboratory, Germany.
11 CONFERENCES / WORKSHOPS ATTENDED
a) Tokyo International Conference on Africa’s Development (TICAD VI) Summit
2016 Side Event: Embracing Blue Economy for Africa’s Accelerated Development.
25th August 2016, Hilton Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya
b) SGD-Graduate School Grant workshop; 17th-20th May 2016; University of
Cologne, Germany
c) Swedish-African Conference: Sustainable collaborations between Swedish and
African higher education institutions. 9th-10th November 2015. Skövde, Sweden
d) Leadership & Team building Training, 27th June 2012, SWA, University of Nairobi
e) Many Internal Training workshops at UoN on matters relating to policy, operations
or management
f) Curriculum Review workshop for Staff & Stakeholders, 28th February to 4th March,
2010 , Karen, Nairobi
g) WHO/TDR Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Training workshop at the National
Museum of Kenya Headquaters, Nairobi, Kenya (8th-10th January 2003).
h) International study workshop on integrated rural development through sustainable
management of tsetse & trypanosomiasis control – “The way forward”, Addis
Ababa and Axum (3rd-8th Feb. 1998).
i) 24th meeting of the International Scientific Council for Trypanosomiasis Research
& Control (ISCTRC), Maputo, Mozambique (28th Sept.-11th Oct. 1999). Presented
a paper on new trap designs for Glossina swynnertoni
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12. THESES EXAMINED (besides those supervised)
12.1 University of Nairobi Theses (12)
Effects of Insecticide Resistance on 2La Chromosomal Inversion and Plasmodiun Infection
Rates in Malaria Vectors in Kwale County, Coastal Kenya by Caroline Wanjiku Kiuru’s
(M.Sc. thesis University of Nairobi)
Soil factors influencing the prevalence of Tunga penetrans in Gaichanjiru location of
Murang’a County, Kenya by Josephine Wanjiku Ngunjiri (M.Sc. University of Nairobi,
2011)
The influence of traditional water management agro-ecosystem practices and control
options on larval abundance of malaria vectors in the suburb of Kasagam, Kisumu city,
western Kenya by Collins K. Mweresa (M. Sc. University of Nairobi, 2009)
Sampling malaria vectors and other mosquitoes with the Ifakara Tent Trap and standard
resting boxes in urban Dar es Salaam by Sikilu Maggy (M. Sc. University of Nairobi,
2009)
Data and organizational systems as epidemiological determinants of larviciding for malaria
control in urban Dar es Salaam by Jackson Saya (M. Sc. University of Nairobi, 2009)
Malaria transmission and the role of microbial larviciding in a Riceland agro-ecosystem by
Muriu, Simon Mwangi (Ph.D. – University of Nairobi, 2008)
Integrated Management of Bean Bruchid, Acanthoscelides obtectus Say (Coleoptera:
Bruchidae), on Stored Beans in Eastern Kenya by Philip Kiprotich Kandie. (M.Sc.
University of Nairobi, 2008)
Evaluation of bush clearing as a control measure against Afrotropical malaria vectors by
Benson O. Nyachongi (M. Sc. – University of Nairobi, 2007)
The effects of permethrin-impregnated bednets on mosquito behaviour by Evan M.
Mathenge (M.Sc. – University of Nairobi)
Population dynamics of Anopheles gambiae immature stages and their interaction with
other aquatic fauna by Simon M. Muriu (M. Sc. – University of Nairobi)
The ecological role of macro-invertebrates associated with the littoral wetlands of Lake
Naivasha by Francis M. Masai (M. Sc. – University of Nairobi)
Ecological factors determining utilization patterns and inter-lake movements of lesser
flamingos (Phoeniconais minor Geoffroy) in Kenyan alkaline lakes by John M. Githaiga
(Ph.D. – University of Nairobi)
12.2 External Thesis Examined (3 PhD & 5 MSc)
Diversity pattern of butterflies with respect to habitat types, seasonality, altitude and their
role as ecological indicator at Menagesha-Suba State Forest and Gullele Botanical Garden
by Abaynew Jemal Jenber. (PhD. Addis Ababa University, 2015)
Stemborer oviposition-induced volatile semiochemicals in maize and their effects on the
behavior of parasitoids by Emanuel Tamiru Abamo (PhD. Kenyatta University, 2012)
Ecological Characterization of Anopheles Larval Habitats and their Distribution in Western
Kenya Highlands by Ndenga Bryson Alberto (Ph.D. Kenyatta University, 2011)
Effects of Botanical Pesticides on the Leaf miner, Liriomyza huidobrensis (Diptera:
Agromyzidae) and its Natural Enememy, Phaedrotoma scabriventris (Hymenoptera:
Braconidae) by Everlyne Namikoye Samita (M.Sc. Kenyatta University, 2011)
Evaluation of the impact of microbial larvicides on populatipn dynamics of Anopheles
mosquitoes in Mwea, Kenya by Mutunga Lucy Mumo (M.Sc. Kenyatta University, 2011)
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Efficacy of synthetic odours and human emanations on host seeking behaviour of
Anopheles gambiae mosquitoes by Olanga E. O. (M.Sc. Kenyatta University, 2010)
Effects of cow dung and selected medicinal plants on Anopheles species as a strategy for
malaria vector control in Ahero rice irrigation scheme, Kenya by Michael Kahato Ngugi.
(M.Sc. Kenyatta University, 2009)
Community-based malaria vector surveillance in Rusinga Island, Western Kenya by
Samuel Kiptoo, Kemboi (M.Sc. – Kenyatta University, 2008)
13. PAST & PRESENT PROFFESIONAL ASSOCIATIONS/ COLLABORATION
1. Coffee Research Foundation (CRF) – I work closely with the Entomology Department
of CRF in capacity building and collaborative research. We are current working on a
proposal on the use of phytoseeid mites in integrated management of coffee pests
2. Ministry of Livestock (MoL), Kenya – I work closely with the Chief Zoologist, Livestock
Department, MoL, on vector control projects & training (mainly tsetse & biting flies)
3. ICIPE – I collaborate with ICIPE on research projects and capacity building. This has
resulted in increased enrolment of PhD at SBS
4. KARLO
5. ILRI
6. TPRI (Tanzania Pesticide Research Institute)
7. NMK (National Museums of Kenya)
8. Skovde University, Sweden
14. REFEREES
14.1 Prof. Lucy W. Irungu (PhD.)
Deputy Vice Chancellor, R PE,
University of Nairobi
P..O..Box 30197- 00100, Nairobi, Kenya.
Tel: + 254 722 786361
Email: [email protected]
14.2 Prof. T. K. Mukiama
Professor of Botany
School of Biological Sciences
P.O.Box 30197-00100, Nairobi
Email: [email protected]
14.3 Steve Mihok, (PhD.)
388 Church Street, 20 Russell, Ontario,
Canada K4R 1A8
Telephone: Work: (613) 20 947-0656
Home: (613) 445 – 8225
Email: [email protected]