Prof. Stella Kirui Chelagat

Mobile: +254 0722 292 777. Email: kiruistella@mmarau.ac.ke

Journals & Publications

Peter Mbugua, Edward K. Tanui, Stella C. Kirui and Ann Maina (2021). Influence and Challenges of Teaching and Learning Resources on Children Creative Development Facing ECDE Programs in Nakuru East, Nakuru County, Kenya. Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies 15(3): 14-23, Article no.AJESS.65736 ISSN: 2581-6268
Wachira Susan, Kirui Stella, Bakari Chaka (2020). Isolation and Characterization of Probiotic Lactic acid Producing Bacteria in Kenyan Traditionally Fermented Milk. Open access journal of biogeneric sciences and research ISSN 2692-1081
Nyasimi Ayora Gershom, Kirui Stella, Maingi John and Kebira Anthony (2020). Variation of Total Coliforms and Bacteria during Dry and Wet Seasons in Rivers of Sigor Division, West Pokot County, Kenya, Journal of Advances in Microbiology 20(11): 41-51; Article no.JAMB.63522 ISSN: 2456-7116
Gerishom, N. A., Kirui, S., Maingi, J., & Kebira, A. (2019). Effects of Seasonality on Physico-Chemical Properties and Selected Ligands on Rivers in Sigor Division, West Pokot County, Kenya. Aquademia, 3(1), ep20xx. https://doi.org/10.29333/aquademia/xxxx
M. Ngigi, S. C. Kirui, F. M. E. Wajala, N. Oyaro J. (2019) The Susceptibility of Biomphalaria spp. from Mwea Irrigation Scheme in Kenya against Schistosoma mansoni Miracidia Infection. Biomedical Science and Engineering, 2019, Vol. 12, (No. 11), pp: 477-486 https://doi.org/10.4236/jbise.2019.1211039 477
Ngigi DM, Githui EK, Aman RA, Wanjala FM, Stella K, Njiru PN, and Nguu EK (2018) Populations of Biomphalaria spp. Snails Isolates in Kenya Show Variable Resistance to Schistosome Infection. Res Rev Biosci. 13(3):144.
Chris K. Kiriba, Stella Kirui and Nancy Ayodi. (2016) Effective implementation of early childhood development policy in preschool education in Kenya: A Case of Central Division, Narok North Sub County International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS) Volume 3 Issue 8, ISSN: 2394-4404.
Cheboi, Miriam G. Kinyua, Paul K.Kimurto, Oliver K. Kiplagat, Bernard K.Towett, Stella C. Kirui, Gaudencia J. Kiptoo, N.V.P.R Gangarao (2016).Yield potential and adaptability of medium duration Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan L. Millsp.) genotypes in dry parts of North Rift Valley, Kenya . International Journal of Agronomy and Agricultural Research (IJAAR) ISSN: 2223-7054 .Vol. 9, No. 2, p. 47-56
J. Cheboi, P. K. Kimurto, M. G. Kinyua, O. K. Kiplagat1, B. K. Towett,
J. Kiptoo, S. C. Kirui, S. Kimno and N. V. P. R Gangarao.(2016). Evaluation of Selected Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp.) Genotypes for Resistance to Insect Pest Complex in Dry Areas of North Rift Valley, Kenya. American Journal of Experimental Agriculture 10(5): 1-9, 2016, Article No.AJEA.22216 ISSN: 2231-0606
Kirui C. Stella, Oyaro M. Nathan, Wamalwa N. Mercy, Njau N. Peter and Rono, J. Salinah (2015) Race Analysis of Stem Rust Inoculums and its Virulence on Commercial Wheat Varieties at Seedling in Kari-Njoro, Kenya. Asian Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences (ISSN: 2321 – 1571) Volume 03

Kirui S.C, Kiprop A.K, Kiplagat F.K, Kimno S.K, Rono S.J.and Kigen B.K. (2014) Chemical Assessment and Antimicrobial Activity of Solvent Extracts from Kalanchoe densiflora. International Journal of Education and Research Vol. 2 No. 3
Kirui S.C, Oyaro N, Kiprop A.K, Mburu F.G, Sirmah P.K and Rono S.J (2014). Effects of heartwood extractive of Terminalia spinosa on wood degradation by Fungi. Elixir International Journal Appl. Chem. 67 (2014) 21710-21715
Nyukuri, R.W.; Kirui, S.C. Cheramgoi, E.; Mwale, R.;nd Gladys C.Koskei., (2014). Effects of preservation methods on the proximate composition of the white ants (isoptera: termatidae).Journal.Agri-food and Applied Sci, 2(6):167-170.
Nyukuri, R.W. Kirui, S.C.; Cheramgoi, E.; Chirchir, E.; Mwale, R. ( 2014). Damage of stem borer species to Zea mays L. and Sorghum bicolor L. and three refugia graminae. Afr.J. Food Sci. Technol.5 (2):37-45.
Nyukuri, R.W.; Kirui,S.C.; Cheramgoi,E.; Chirchir,E.; Mwale,R.; (2014). Role of refugia graminae in push – pull management of stem borer species of Zea mays L. and Sorghum bicolor L. Afr.J. Food Sci. and Technol.6(2):29-36
Nyukuri,R.W.;Kirui,S.C.;Cheramgoi,E.; Chirchir,E.; Mwale,R.; (2014).Phytogeography of stem borer species of Zea mays L. and Sorghum bicolor L. and their refugia graminae. Afr.J.Food Sci. and Technol.5 (1):6-11.Mbeke, A.M., Kirui, S.C., Kibet, N.C., Welinga, A.M., Musyoki, S.K. and Nguta, C.M. (2014), “Effects of Nitrogen application on snap beans production in Koibatek district Kenya”, International Journal of Development and Sustainability, Vol. 3 No. 5, pp 1013-1025.
Mwale, R., Nyukuri, R.W.; Kirui, S.C. Cheramgoi, E.; Mwale, R.; Wekesa,A.W., (2014).Effects of Insecticide Treated Nets [ITNs] to behaviour changes in adult mosquitoes. International Journal of Sch.Research Gate. 2(4):169-175.
Nyukuri, R.W.; Kirui, S.C.; Cheramgoi, E.; Mwale, R.; Koskei, G. ;(2014). Food value of termites (isoptera: termitidae) in Western Kenya: comparison with beef and Tilapia fish. International Journal of Sch.Research Gate.4; 2(4):176-186.
Kiprop A.K, Marie-Camille J-Coumon, Pourtier E , Kimutai S. and S. Kirui (2013) Synthesis of Humic and Fulvic Acids and their Characterization using Optical
Songok Serah, Khayeka Christopher, Kirui Stella, Mdodo Rennatus and Choge Joseph (2010) Evaluation of Predictive CD4 Count and Clinical Reliability in pure appl. Sci. Technol. 5,22-28; ISSN 2073-8749
Mbuki David, Ojola Patroba, Kirui Stella, Monjero Keneth, Wambugu Anderson and Choge Joseph (2010). Preparation and Optimization of Rift Valley Fever Antigen and Sheep Anti-RVF Antibody for Sero-Diagnosis of Rift Valley Fever J. agric. pure appl. sci. technol. 5, 29-37; ISSN 2073-8749.

Choge Josepha, Khayeka Christopher, Songok Seraha, Kirui Stella (2010) and Mdodo RennatuscEvaluation of Predictive CD4 Count and Clinical Reliability in Detecting Cryptococcus neoformans at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya . J. agric. pure appl. sci. technol. 5, 22-28
Choge Joseph, Wanjala Paul, Koech Julius, Kirui Stella and Ayaya Samuel (2010) Tunga penetrans, Pediculus capitis and Sarcopte scabei infestations among Children <15yrs in Kamagut Location, Uasin Gishu District, Kenya J. agric. pure appl. sci. technol. 5, 38- 44; ISSN 2073-8749
Choge Joseph, Masese Frank, Kirui Stella, Rono Selina and Bosire Elijah (2010) Behavioural Attitude of young Men (10-24yrs) on Safe sex and Reproductive Health: A Survey of Huruma Estate, Eldoret, Kenya J. agric. pure appl. sci. technol. 5, 45- 51; ISSN 2073-8749
Kirui Stella, Wanjala F.M.E, Mburu F,G, Rono S.J, Kiprono P.C. (2009). Repellent effects of Tephrosia vogolii Eng. and Caloderum capense Thunb against adult of Protesphanus truncates Hem in stored maize J. agric. pure appl. sci. technol. 2, 100-105; ISSN 2073-8749
Kirui Stella, Wanjala F.M.E., Mburu F.G., Rono S.J., Kiprono P.C. (2009). Antimicrobial bioactivity of extracts from Plastranthus barbatus J. agric. pure appl. sci. technol. 5 ISSN 2073-8749
Rono Selinah J, Wamola Isaac, Chebore S.C., Kirui Stella and Tororey Rispah (2009) Evaluation of factors Predesposing to Bacterial Contamination of Drinking Water Source: A study at Kitale Municipality, Kenya J. agric. pure appl. sci. technol. 5, 76- 83; ISSN 2073-8749
Kirui Stella, Wanjala F.M.E, Kiprono P.C., Mburu F., Muisu F., Sirmah P., and Kiprop A (2009). Evaluation of biocidal properties of Terminalia spinosa and their role in heartwood durability. Journal of Agriculture, Pure and Applied Science and Technology 1, 61-68; ISSN 2073-8749.
Kirui Stella, Wanjala F.M.E, Kiprono P.C., and Mulaa M. (2009).Evaluation of Feeding deterrents of Tephrosia vogolii Hook and Calodendrum capense Thunb dusts against Prostephanus truncates Horn grain storage. 53 Journal of Agriculture, Pure and Applied Science and Technology ISSN 2073-8749.
Kipsat M.J., Bitok Julius K., Oyasi S.S., and Kirui S.C (2009) Benefits of liberalization of gender roles in Smallholder Agriculture: The Case of poultry production in Uasin Gishu District, Kenya. African Journal of Business and Economics (AJOBE), Vol. 3 No. 1 159-173; ISSN 1999-9217

Workshops, Seminars & Conferences

Papers Presented in International Conferences

Susan Wachira, Stella Kirui & Bakari Chaka. Isolation and Characterisation of Probiotic Lactic Acid Producing Bacteria in Kenyan Traditionally Fermented Milk. (The 6^th Maasai Mara University International Conference 2021)
Koima Purity J and Kirui Stella. Opportunities and barriers to Mango production and upscaling activities in the context of climate change in Elgeyo Marakwet County, rural Kenya (The 6^th Maasai Mara University International Conference 2021).
Stella Kirui, Megiri M.L, Oyaro N. and Kiptum L. J. Evaluation of the Efficacy of Botanical Pesticides for Fall Armyworm Control in Maize Production in Kenya. (The 6^th Maasai Mara University International Conference 2021).
Kirui, S. C., Rono, S. J. and Oyaro, N. Evaluation of Kenyan Wheat Cultivars for Resistance to Stem Rust (The 5^th Maasai Mara University International Conference 2019)
Nancy K. Ayodi and Stella Kirui. Leveraging on the Language of the Catchment Area for the use and management of Renewable Energy in North Rift, Kenya. (The5^th Maasai Mara University International Conference 2019)
Munyi M. K, Kirui C and Kiptum L. J. Antimicrobial Potential of Solanum Muricatum, Conyza Canadensis and Aster Subulatus extracts against Bacteria and Fungi. (The 5^th Maasai Mara University International Conference 2019)
Kirui Stella (2018). 3^rd Eldoret International Conference on Gender Equality for Sustainable Development in Africa (EICGSDA-2018), as Key Note Speaker

Kirui C. Stella, Oyaro M. Nathan, Wamalwa N. Mercy, Njau N. Peter and Rono, J. Salinah (2015) Race Analysis of Stem Rust Inoculum and its Virulence on Commercial Wheat Varieties at Seedling in Kari-Njoro, Kenya. (National Council of science and Technology 6^th conference 2013)
P. Kalama , B. Kiprono and S. Kirui. Mango Weevil control in Kerio Valley. KARI (Biennial conference in November 2012 in Nairobi, Kenya)
Chirchir Elizabeth J., Rasowo Joseph., Kirui Stella C. Occurrence and distribution of parasites in freshwater Tilapia fish Oreothronis nilosicus in ponds and dam in Kesses (Eldoret Polytechnic 1^st conference 2012)
Oyaro N., Siameto E.,Githae., Kirui C. S. Growth and analysis of algal species as a source of bio-diesel (National Council of science and Technology 4^th conference 2011)
Oyaro N., and Kirui C. S. Genetically Modified crops will not be the solution to alleviation of food storages in Kenya (Moi University 6^th Annual Conference 2010)
Ngurwe J.K., Wanjala F.M.E., Kirui S.C., and Makwali J.A. Efficacy of Allium sativum (Liliaceae) extracts in comparison to conventional insecticides in controlling cabbage aphid (Brevicoryne brassicae) on kales (Moi University 6^th international conference 2010)
Kiprop A.K , Marie-Camille J-Coumon, Pourtier E., Kiriamiti,K., Kimutai S., Mburu F., Sirma and S. Kirui ( 2013) Synthesis of Humic and Fulvic Acids and their Characterization using Optical Spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR and UV-Visible) (Moi University 6^th international conference 2010)

Kirui S. C., Kiplagat F.K., Kimno S.K., S.J Rono., and Kigen B.K. Chemical Assesment and antimicrobial activity of solvent extracts from Kalenchoe densiflora. (Moi University 6^th international conference 2010)
Kirui S.C, Kiplagat F.K, Wanjala F.M.E., Mburu F.G., Rono S.J. Antimicrobial bioactivity of extracts from Plestranthus barbatus (Moi University 5^th international conference 2009)
Kirui S C, Wanjala F.M.E and Mburu F,G. Repellent effects of Tephrosia vogolii Eng. and Caloderum capense Thunb against adult of Protesphanus truncates Horn in stored maize (Moi University 5^th international l conference 2009)
Kirui S. C, Kiprop A. K ,Wanjala F.M.E, Mburu F. G, Muisu F.N, Sirma P.K. Biocidal efficacy y of Calodendrum capense Thunb seed extracts against Prostephanus truncates and mosquito larvae(Aedes Aegypti Linn) (Moi University 5^th international conference 2009)
Kirui S C, Wanjala F.M.E, and Mulaa M. Tephrosia vogolii Hook and Calodendrum capense Thunb dusts as deterrents of Prostephanus truncates Horn during grain storage. (Moi University 4^th international conference 2008)
Kirui Stella, Wanjala F.M.E, Kiprono P.C., and F.G Mburu, F.N, Muisu, P.K. Sirma and A.K Kiprop. Durability of Terminaria spinosa heartwood evidence of biocidal properties responsible for durability (Moi University 4^th Annual conference 2008).)

Professional experience

Employment Record & Work experience:

Teaching experience in the University

2021: Associate Professor in Applied Entomololgy, Department of Biological Sciences, School of Pure, Applied and Health Sciences Maasai Mara University
2011 to date: Senior Lecturer in Entomololgy, Department of Biological Sciences, School of Sciences Maasai Mara University
2009 – 2011: Lecturer in Entomololgy, Department of Biological Sciences, School of Science – Narok University College.
Duties and responsibilities: – Teaching, Supervision of Students both undergraduate and postgraduate, Research, Member to University Committees and Community Outreach
Teaching experience in Technical, Vocational, Education and Training (TVET)
2002 – 2009: Lecturer, Department of Applied Sciences, Eldoret Polytechnic.
Duties and responsibilities: -Teaching, Supervision of Students Certificate and Diploma

Responsibilities & Membership to Committees:

National Responsibilities

2011-2012: Member of Task Force Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology
2005&2007: Electoral Commission of Kenya (ECK) as Presiding Officer during referendum and general election
2009: Senior supervisor in 2009 population and housing census
2002: Agriculture Project Assessor of National Examination Council for KCSE
County Government (County Executive Committee Member)
2015-2017- CECM for Education in Elgeyo Marakwet County
2013-2014: – CECM for Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries- Elgeyo-Marakwet County

University responsibilities and membership to committees

2019-2021: Dean School of Pure, Applied and Health Sciences
2018- 2019: Head of Department – Biological Sciences, School of Science.
2012-2013: Warden in Serengeti Hostel
2011- 2013: Head of Department – Biological Sciences, School of Science.
2011- 2013: Committee Member – staff disciplinary committee.
2012 -2013: Preparing instruments required during the presentation of the charter
2010- 2012: Co-ordinator, School of Science.
2010- 2013: Chairperson- Inspection and acceptance committee.
2009- 2013: Member- Aids and Control Unit Sub-committee (ACU).
2010- 2013: Chairperson -Alcohol and Drug Abuse committee.
2010 -2012: Strategic plan and service charter for the university

TVET : Eldoret Polytechnic

2008 -2009: Performance contract committee.
2006- 2009: Head of department, Guiding and Counselling.
2006 – 2009: Planning Committee.
2004 – 2008: Industrial liaison office.
2000 – 2009: Member of technical committee, Town Campus.
Kirui C. Stella, Oyaro M. Nathan, Wamalwa N. Mercy, Njau N. Peter and Rono, J. Salinah (2015) Race Analysis of Stem Rust Inoculum and its Virulence on Commercial Wheat Varieties at Seedling in Kari-Njoro, Kenya. (National Council of science and Technology 6^th conference 2013)
Kalama , B. Kiprono and S. Kirui. Mango Weevil control in Kerio Valley. KARI (Biennial conference in November 2012 in Nairobi, Kenya)
Chirchir Elizabeth J., Rasowo Joseph., Kirui Stella C. Occurrence and distribution of parasites in freshwater Tilapia fish Oreothronis nilosicus in ponds and dam in Kesses (Eldoret Polytechnic 1^st conference 2012)
Oyaro N., Siameto E.,Githae., Kirui C. S. Growth and analysis of algal species as a source of bio-diesel (National Council of science and Technology 4^th conference 2011)
Oyaro N., and Kirui C. S. Genetically Modified crops will not be the solution to alleviation of food storages in Kenya (Moi University 6^th Annual Conference 2010)
Ngurwe J.K., Wanjala F.M.E., Kirui S.C., and Makwali J.A. Efficacy of Allium sativum (Liliaceae) extracts in comparison to conventional insecticides in controlling cabbage aphid (Brevicoryne brassicae) on kales (Moi University 6^th international conference 2010)
Kiprop A.K , Marie-Camille J-Coumon, Pourtier E., Kiriamiti,K., Kimutai S., Mburu F., Sirma and S. Kirui ( 2013) Synthesis of Humic and Fulvic Acids and their Characterization using Optical Spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR and UV-Visible) (Moi University 6^th international conference 2010)
Kirui S. C., Kiplagat F.K., Kimno S.K., S.J Rono., and Kigen B.K. Chemical Assesment and antimicrobial activity of solvent extracts from Kalenchoe densiflora. (Moi University 6^th international conference 2010)
Kirui S.C, Kiplagat F.K, Wanjala F.M.E., Mburu F.G., Rono S.J. Antimicrobial bioactivity of extracts from Plestranthus barbatus (Moi University 5^th international conference 2009)
Kirui S C, Wanjala F.M.E and Mburu F,G. Repellent effects of Tephrosia vogolii Eng. and Caloderum capense Thunb against adult of Protesphanus truncates Horn in stored maize (Moi University 5^th international l conference 2009)
Kirui S. C, Kiprop A. K ,Wanjala F.M.E, Mburu F. G, Muisu F.N, Sirma P.K. Biocidal efficacy y of Calodendrum capense Thunb seed extracts against Prostephanus truncates and mosquito larvae(Aedes Aegypti Linn) (Moi University 5^th international conference 2009)

Kirui S C, Wanjala F.M.E, and Mulaa M. Tephrosia vogolii Hook and Calodendrum capense Thunb dusts as deterrents of Prostephanus truncates Horn during grain storage. (Moi University 4^th international conference 2008)
Kirui Stella, Wanjala F.M.E, Kiprono P.C., and F.G Mburu, F.N, Muisu, P.K. Sirma and A.K Kiprop. Durability of Terminaria spinosa heartwood evidence of biocidal properties responsible for durability (Moi University 4^th Annual conference 2008).)

Research interest:-

Research on the impacts of wheat rust in Kenya and their socio-economic effects, Bio-pesticides and their application, and medicinal plants in use to mitigate health issues.

Ongoing Research:

Socio- economic impact of wheat rust in Kenya, Production of bio-diesel from algae, antimicrobial activities of plant extracts and Crop protection- Field and storage pest.

Membership To Professional Body

2018- to date: Entomological Society of Kenya
2017-to date: Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World- Kenya (OWSD – Kenya)
2011-to date: Biochemical society- UK
2010-to date: The Organisation for Social Science Research in East and Southern Africa Kenya chapter
Supervision of students
Ph.D. students
Masters students
Undergraduate students
Examination of Thesis
Masters Students
AWARDS:
Grant from NCST for ST&I grant (5 million) for Socio-economic impact of wheat rust, Kenya
Grant from NCST for ST&I grant (1.2 million) for biodiesel production from algae
HIV funds from Commission of High Education(0.5 million)

Academic & Professional Referees

Prof F.M.E Wanjala
University of Eldoret
P.O Box 1125 – Eldoret, Kenya
Prof. D. Serem
Moi University
P.O Box 3900-Eldoret, Kenya
Prof. N. Oyaro
Maasai Mara University,
P.O Box 861-20500 – Narok, Kenya