Dr. Margaret Wangui Muturi

Academic Qualifications

Research Interests

Books Published

Peer-Reviewed Publications

1. Odhiambo A.K., Omondi M.O., Kinyagia B.M., Karembu M., Muturi M.W., Miano D., Ngure G., & Omondi B.C. (2022). Synthetic Biology Regulatory Opportunities and Gaps in Kenya: Expert Perspectives and Expectations. International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, 7(10), 194–214. ISSN: 2456-2165
2. Njue J.K., Muturi M., Kamau L., & Lwembe R. (2022). Primary and Triage Cervical Screening Diagnostic Value of Methods for the Detection of Cervical Dysplasia. Biomedical Research International, 2022:1930102. doi: 10.1155/2022/1930102. PMID: 36164451; PMCID: PMC9509218
3. Njue J.K., Muturi M., Kamau L., & Lwembe R. (2021). Human Papillomavirus Types Associated with Cervical Dysplasia among HIV- and Non-HIV-Infected Women Attending Reproductive Health Clinics in Eastern Kenya. Biomedical Research International, 2021, Article ID 2250690. https://doi.org/10.1155/2021/2250690
4. Rapando J.W., Ngugi M.P., Muturi M., & Ogutu J.O. (2021). Phytochemical Composition and Antibacterial Activities of the Ethyl Acetate Leaf Extract of Ocimum basilicum. [Preprint] https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7420-7029
5. Njue J.K., Muturi M.W., Kamau L., Muriuki J., & Lwembe R. (2021). Human Papillomavirus Infection: Molecular Epidemiology and Acceptability of Screening and Vaccination among Women in Eastern Kenya Counties. African Journal of Health Sciences, 34(3), 278–293.
6. Walekhwa M., Kagia R., & Muturi M. (2021). Immune Responses to SARS CoV-2: A Scoping Review. European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences, 3(2), 10–16. https://doi.org/10.24018/ejmed.2021.3.2.766
7. Walekhwa M., Muturi M., Tonui J., Suge T., & Kabera B. (2021). Comparison of disk-diffusion and E-test methods for in-vitro susceptibility of Streptococcus pneumoniae isolates to oxacillin and ceftriaxone. African Journal of Microbiology Research, 15(1), 69–74. https://doi.org/10.5897/AJMR2020.9356
8. Aluora P.O., Muturi M.W., & Gachara G. (2020). Seroprevalence and genotypic characterization of HBV among low-risk voluntary blood donors in Nairobi, Kenya. Virology Journal, 17, 176. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12985-020-01447-2
9. Amulioto J., Muturi M.W., Mathenge S., & Mutua G.M. (2020). Antibiotic susceptibility patterns of bacteria isolates from post-operative wound infections among patients attending Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, Kenya. African Journal of Microbiology Research, 14(8), 420–425.
10. Musavini G.K., Muturi M., & Menza N. (2020). Prevalence and Knowledge of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Infections among Voluntary Blood Donors in Nairobi, Kenya. Journal of Infectious Disease Research, 3(1), 66–77.
11. Musa A.A., Muturi M.W., Musyoki A.M., Ouso D.O., Oundo J.W., Makhulu E.E., Wambua L., Villinger J., & Jeneby M.M. (2020). Arboviruses and Blood Meal Sources in Zoophilic Mosquitoes at Human-Wildlife Interfaces in Kenya. Vector Borne and Zoonotic Diseases, 20(6), 444–453. doi: 10.1089/vbz.2019.2563
12. Ngetsa C.J., Heymann M.W., Thiong'o A., Wahome E., Mwambi J., Karani C., Menza N.C., Mwashigadi G., Muturi M.W., et al. (2020). Rectal gonorrhoea and chlamydia among men who have sex with men in coastal Kenya. Wellcome Open Research, 4, 79. doi: 10.12688/wellcomeopenres.15217.3. PMID: 32647750; PMCID: PMC7323594
13. Walekhwa M., Muturi M., Gunturu R., Kenya E., & Kabera B. (2019). Streptococcus pneumoniae Serotype Epidemiology among PCV-10 Vaccinated and Unvaccinated Children at Gertrude's Children's Hospital, Nairobi County: A Cross-Sectional Study. F1000Research, 7, 879. doi: 10.12688/14387.2
14. Karlsen F., Muturi M., Muyabwa C., Roseng L.E., Bigabwa S., Chihongola B., & Muchiri L. (2018). The potential of RNA as a target for national screening of pre-cancer. Journal of Public Health in Africa, 9(3), 866. doi: 10.4081/jphia.2018.866
15. Menza N.C. & Muturi M.W. (2018). Occurrence of Aflatoxigenic Aspergillus Species in Peanut Varieties in Busia and Kisii Central Districts, Kenya. Open Journal of Medical Microbiology, 8(4), 98–108.
16. Mangare N.E., Muturi M.W., & Gachara G. (2018). Seroprevalence of cytomegalovirus Infection and Associated Risk Factors among Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infected Patients Attending Thika Level 5 Hospital, Kenya. Open Journal of Immunology, 8, 1–12. https://doi.org/10.4236/oji.2018.8100
17. Ngala J.C., Muturi M.W., Mbogo C.M., Schmidt-Chanasit J., & Rono M.K. (2018). Spatial and temporal distribution of Aedes species and their infection status by dengue and chikungunya viruses along the Coastline of Kenya. Journal of Mosquito Research, 8(5), 18–31. doi: 10.5376/jmr.2018.08.0005
18. Kiyeng D.K., Muturi M.W., & Emonyi W.I. (2018). Seroprevalence of transfusion transmissible infections in Eldoret Regional Transfusion Centre, Kenya. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Sciences, 2(2), 1–5.
19. Lameck N.O., Muturi M.W., & Luquero F. (2018). Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Profiles of Vibrio Cholerae Serotypes in Juba, South Sudan. International Annals of Medicine, 2(5). DOI: https://doi.org/10.24087/IAM.2018.2.5.448
20. Kanyina E.W., Kamau L., & Muturi M. (2017). Cervical precancerous changes and selected cervical microbial infections, Kiambu County, Kenya, 2014: a cross sectional study. BMC Infectious Diseases, 17, 647. DOI: 10.1186/s12879-017-2747-4
21. Menza N.C., Muturi M.W., & Kamau L.M. (2016). Oil Contents and Aflatoxin Levels in Peanuts Varieties Produced in Busia and Kisii Central Districts, Kenya. Tropical Medicine and Surgery, 4(204), 2.
22. Cheruiyot S.E., Muturi M.W., & Bii C. (2015). Antifungal activities of Camellia sinensis crude extract, mixture with milk, on selected pathogenic and mycotoxic fungi. Journal of Medicinal Plants Research, 9(42), 1070–1080. doi: 10.5897/JMPR2015.5939. ISSN: 1996-0875
23. Menza N.C., Muturi W.M., & Kamau M.L. (2015). Incidence, Types and Levels of Aflatoxin in Different Peanuts Varieties Produced in Busia and Kisii Central Districts, Kenya. Open Journal of Medical Microbiology, 5(4).
24. Cheruiyot S.E., Muturi M., & Bii C. (2015). Antifungal activities of Camellia sinensis crude extract on selected pathogenic and Mycotoxic fungi. Journal of Bacteriology and Mycology, 2(2), 1015.
25. Aballa A., Muturi M.W., Muhoho N., & Odada. (2014). Morbidity Assessment and characterization of Flea species responsible for Tungiasis in Kisumu County, Kenya. East and Central Africa Medical Journal.
26. Nyangahu D., Muturi M., & Ochola L. (2014). The Role of Schistosoma Mansoni Eggs in Protection against Plasmodium Berghei Infected Mice. Advances in Life Science and Technology, 25.
27. Matonge P.M., Muturi M., & Kamau L.M. (2013). Persistence of Schistosoma Haematobium and Geohelminthes Infection in Residents of Two Villages in Msambweni District of Coast Province, Kenya. American Journal of Epidemiology and Infectious Disease, 1(4), 41–46. doi: 12691/ajeid-1-4-3
28. Menza N., Wanyoike W., & Muturi M. (2013). Identification and Susceptibility Profile of vaginal Candida species to Antifungal agents among pregnant women attending the antenatal clinic of Thika District Hospital, Kenya. Open Journal of Medical Microbiology, 3, 239–247. http://dx.doi.org/10.4236/ojmm.2013.34036
29. Menza N., Wanyoike W., & Muturi M. (2013). Prevalence of vaginal candidiasis and determination of the occurrence of Candida Species in Pregnant Women Attending the Antenatal Clinic of Thika District Hospital, Kenya. Open Journal of Medical Microbiology, 3, 264–272. http://dx.doi.org/10.4236/ojmm.2013.34040
30. Onjula R., Ogweno O.G., Muturi M., Waweru P., Nyagol J., & Omonge E. (2016). Increased Platelet Expression in HIV Positive Treatment Naive Patients Does not Correlate with CD4 Count. [Conference proceedings] 62nd SSC of ISTH, Montpellier, France (May 25–29, 2016).
31. Kenya E.U. & Muturi M.W. (2011). The preparedness for implementation of the chemical weapons convention (CWC) in Kenya. [Seminar proceedings] OPCW Headquarters, The Hague (April 11–12, 2011).
32. Muturi M.W. et al. (2006). Cultured Enzyme linked immunospot assay (Elispot) enhances detection of low HIV-1 specific immune responses in exposed seronegative individual in Kenya. Retrovirology, 2006 (Suppl 1), P44. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/1742-4690-3-S1-P44
33. Muturi M.W. et al. (2005). Recruitment and follow up of High-risk HIV negative volunteers in preparation for HIV vaccine trials: Kenyan case. Retrovirology, 2005 (Suppl 1), P68.
34. Ngala C.J., Muturi M.W., & Rono M.K. (2020). Phylogeny of Aedes mosquitoes, Dengue and Chikungunya viruses along the Coastline of Kenya. Journal of Entomology. [Accepted February 2020]

Conference Presentations

1. "The Preparedness for Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention Requirements in Kenya" — Seminar on OPCW's Contribution in Security & Non-Proliferation, The Hague, Netherlands (April 11–13, 2011)
2. "Country Report for Kenya: Bioweapons Monitoring Project" — BioWeapons Monitor Coordination Meeting, Palais des Nations, Geneva, Switzerland (August 23–27, 2010)

Training & Workshops

1. Science Diplomacy Webinar, University of Embu (May 28, 2022)
2. KENRIS and STI Mainstreaming training webinar, Kenyatta University (May 19, 2022)
3. Motherhood and career retention in STEMM: Systemic barriers and actionable solutions, Mothers in Science (May 5, 2021)
4. Unpacking the Global Launch of COVID-19 Ag-RDT Testing Webinar, African Society of Laboratory Medicine (October 12, 2020)
5. Laboratory Diagnosis of COVID-19 — Updates and Insights from KEMRI Webinar (June 12, 2020)
6. Resource Mobilization training workshop, School of Monetary Studies, Nairobi (July 22–24, 2019)
7. Human Resource for Health Kenya Mechanism Lead and Satellite institution curriculum update workshop, Hotel Cathy, Nakuru (May 22–25, 2018)
8. USAID/HRH Kenya Master of Trainers Mentorship workshop, Merica Hotel, Nakuru (March 5–10, 2018)
9. Laboratory Bio-Security Awareness Raising workshop for Life Science researchers, Kenyatta University (June 13, 2017)
10. Scientists' media communications training workshop, Royal Orchid Azure Hotel, Nairobi (October 21–22, 2015)
11. Plenary statement to 20th Session of Conference of States Parties to Chemical Weapons Convention, The Hague, Netherlands (November 31–December 5, 2015)
12. 15th Annual HuQAS Scientific Conference — Presentation: "Scientific Abstract Writing and Developing Good Presentation Practices," KICD, Nairobi (September 17–18, 2015)
13. Workshop in scientific writing, grant application and public science communication, University of Nairobi (September 16–18, 2014)
14. Training Workshop on New HIV Testing Algorithm, Wajir County Referral Hospital (February 7–8, 2014)
15. Third Review Conference of the States Parties of Chemical Weapons Convention, World Forum Convention Centre, The Hague (April 19, 2013)
16. United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1540 Civil Society Forum, Vienna, Austria (January 8–10, 2013)
17. Training Workshop on HIV Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission, Chania Tourist Lodge, Thika (August 26–September 5, 2013)
18. PACE training in innovative teaching and Clinical mentorship workshop (August 28–31, 2012)
19. Laboratory Biosafety Sensitization Workshop, Kenyatta University (August 22, 2012)
20. United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 workshop, New Delhi, India (February 25–26, 2014)
21. Workshop on establishment of Malaria Reference Laboratory, Nakuru (April 28–30, 2010)
22. African Regional UNSCR1540 workshop on Biosafety and Biosecurity, UN HQ Nairobi (April 2010)
23. Regional Biosecurity Workshop, Johannesburg, South Africa (May 28–30, 2008)