Name: Muchemi Kariuki Peterson

Title/Qualification: Bsc (JKUAT), Msc(KU), PhD (KU)

Department: Plant Sciences

Designation/Position: Lecturer

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Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=BFH5dkMAAAAJ&hl=en

ORCID ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6452-4792

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Area of Specialization:

  • Genetics and Plant Breeding
  • Avocado quality and export
  • Crop protection
  • Botany
  • Safe Pesticides Use in Agronomy
  • Agricultural value addition and Dissemination

Research Interests:

  • Plant Breeding and Genetics
  • Horticultural Crops and Export Requirements
  • Crop Pathology and Breeding-Production and Training
  • Avocado production, breeding, management toward quality for export market
  • Pesticides Use and safe disposal

Academic & Professional Qualifications

  • Kenyatta University (KU), Nairobi, KenyaPhD  
  • Kenyatta University (KU), Nairobi , Kenya Master of Science Biotechnology
  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), Nairobi Bachelor of Science Botany and Biotechnology,

Publications /Seminar Papers

  1. Jedidah Wangari Mwangi, Oduor Richard Okoth, Muchemi Peterson Kariuki, and Ngugi Mathew Piero (2021). Genetic and phenotypic diversity of selected Kenyan Mung bean (Vigna radiata L. Wilckzek) genotypes- Springer
  2. Kabachi Timothy, Stanley Kimaru and Peterson Muchemi (2021). Evaluation of fungicides on Colletotrichum gloeosporioides in Avocado which causes Anthracnose disease in Kenya, Kenyatta University. 
  3. Njambi Waraga, Stanley Kimaru and Peterson Muchemi (2021). Evaluation of the effects of Biofertilizers on tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) Kenyatta University
  4. Christine Wanjiru, Stanley Kimaru and Peterson Muchemi (2021). Evaluation of the effects of Biofertilizers on Beans Family yields, Kenyatta University
  5. Hilda Michieka, Stanley Kiamaru and Peterson Muchemi (2021). Effects of pepper (Capsicum annuum) and onion (Allium cepa) on Colletrotrichum gleosporiodes causal of Anthrocnose in Mangoes in Kenya, Kenyatta University 
  6. Mwaka Jone Mwanzo, Stanley Kiamaru and Peterson Muchemi (2021). Evaluation of Effectiveness between home-made traps and commercial traps in managing mango fruit fly in mango production in Kenya
  7. Pauline W. Njoroge; Joseph Kamau and Peterson Muchemi. 2021.  Screening of selected maize (Zea mays L.) genotypes for resistance to maize chlorotic mottle virus (M.C.M.V) in Kenya. Kenyatta University
  8. Jeneffer Wamucii, Joseph Kamau and Peterson Muchemi. 2021. Screening of selected maize
  9. K. S Kimaru , K. P Muchemi & J. W Mwangi  (2020) Effects of anthracnose disease on avocado production in Kenya, Cogent Food & Agriculture, 6:1, 1799531: https://doi.org/10.1080/23311932.2020.1799531
  10. Muchemi, PK., Kamau, J.W., Nchore, S. B, Mathew P. N, Kimaru, S.K.Mwangi. JW, Joyce.W, Florence. M. 2019. Genetic Response of Selected Maize Germplasm Screening for MLND Resistance in Kenya. Kenyatta University Biennial research and innovation Conference, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, 23-25 October 2019.
  11. Muchemi, PK, Kamau, J.W., Nchore, S. B, Mathew P. N, Kimaru, S.K., Mwangi, JW., Waithira, J.,Munguti, F. 2019. The relationship between level of education, Farmers varietal prevalence, control and distribution of Maize Lethal Necrosis in Bomet County. Kenyatta University Biennial research and innovation Conference, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, 23-25 October 2019.
  12. Muchemi, PK., Kamau,JW., Nchore, S. B, Omwoyo, RO., Kimaru, SK., Mathew, PN. 2019. The use of low Tissue Culture Technology towards food sustainability in Kenya. Kenyatta University Biennial research and innovation Conference, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya, 23-25 October 2019.
  13. Muchemi PK, Kamau, JW., Shem, B.N., Mathew. PN. Omwoyo, RO., Kimaru, SK., 2018. The use of low Tissue Culture Technology towards food sustainability in Kenya. RUFORUM Biennial Conference.
  14. Muchemi Peterson, Joseph Kamau, Emily Wabuyele (2018). The Effects of Invasive Plants in East Africa and its Wild Beauty Beast. RUFORUM Biennial
  15. Morris Muthini, Mercy Muindi, Muchemi Peterson (2018). Symbiotic Efficiency of Native Rhizobia Nodulating Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in soils of Eastern Regions of Kenya. RUFORUM Biennial
  16. Muchemi Peterson, Joseph Kamau, Mathew Piero, Shem Nchore and J. Mwangi (2018) The currents status of Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease in Nyandarua County, Kenya, Horticultural Association of Kenya
  17. Jiveri Bonface1, Adhiambo Brendah1, Kahindo John2,  Dianah Kwanyi1, Malala Bonface3 and Muchemi Peterson2 (2015).  Bio-alkanol gel as a form of renewable energy. National Science Council
  18. Muchemi Peterson (2015). Somatic embryogenesis and regeneration of DHO4 and SC DUMA 43 maize genotypes at coastal region of Kenya. Master of Science Thesis submitted to Kenyatta University,
  19. Jiveri B, Muchemi P, Mwadime L, Malala B. Potential of Lubricating Oil (MGALO) and organic bio-fertilizer production from Marine Green Algae (patent No.KE/UM/2012/00295. Applied Research &Innovation for Development.
  20. Jiveri B, Muchemi P, Mwadime L, Malala B. Bio-alkanol gel as a form of renewable energy. Kabianga University 2nd Annual Postgraduate Conference, 17 – 18 December, 2013, Main Campus, Kabianga. Theme:”Crossing Boundaries: Critical Debates in Quality Postgraduate Research”
  21. Jiveri B, Muchemi P, Mwadime L, Malala B. Potential of Lubricating Oil (MGALO) and organic bio-fertilizer production from Marine Green Algae (patent No.KE/UM/2012/00295). Sustainable Dev.
  22. Jiveri B, Muchemi P, Mwadime L, Malala B. Potential of Lubricating Oil (MGALO) and organic bio-fertilizer production from Marine Green Algae (patent No.KE/UM/2012/00295). Global Development.
  23. Jiveri B, Muchemi P, Mwadime L, Malala B. Potential of Lubricating Oil (MGALO) and organic bio-fertilizer production from Marine Green Algae (patent No.KE/UM/2012/00295). African Green Rev.
  24. Jiveri B, Muchemi P, Mwadime L, Malala B. International Conference on Integrated Ecosystem and Water Management in the Lake Victoria Basin: “From Science To Integrated Socio-Economic Development” held at Maseno University, Kisumu Hotel from 3rd -6th February 2015
  25. Muchemi P, Mwadime L, A Jalemba Mgutu, S Anami, J Mwangi, Malala B and Jiveri B. (2014). Somatic Embryogenesis and Regeneration of SC DUMA 43 and DHO4 Maize: Genotypes Adapted to Arid, Semi Arid and Coastal Ecosystems of Kenya in“Bridging the gap between society, science and industry” 1st African Green Revolution Students Conference & 14th workshop on sustainable horticulture in the tropics: 1st - 5th December, Kenyatta University, Nairobi- Kenya. Abstract pp 71
  26. Mwadime L, Muchemi P, A Jalemba Mgutu, S Anami. (2013). Independent somatic embryogenesis and regeneration of PHO4 and DK831 Coastal genotyeps.”The JKUAT Scientific Technological and industrialization Conference and Exhibition.”
  27. Mwadime L, Muchemi P, A Jalemba Mgutu, S Anami. (2013). Independent somatic embryogenesis and regeneration of PHO4 and DK831 Coastal genotypes. “2nd The Biosafety Annual Conference at KICC”

Workshops/Short Courses Training

  • Certificate on Digital Education For UNIVERSITIES- The Open University UK, Leonard Cheshire, UKaid, Government of KENYA, Skills for Prosperity Kenya-2021-2023
  •  International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste Panel Discussion-Webex for IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY-2022
  • HEInnovate webinar - A system for determining the degree of digitisation of a (higher) education institution
  • Digital Budge on Theories, Framework, Practices and experiences of managing Change in EDUCATION-The Open University
  • Digital Budge on Online Learning and Teaching-The Open University UK
  • Digital Budge on Learning Theory and Content-  The Open University UK
  • Digital Budge on Selecting Technology and AV- The Open University UK
  • Digital Budge on Accessibility and Inclusion- The Open University UK
  • Digital Budge on OER, Creative commons and Learning Analytics- The Open University UK
  • Digital Budge on Learning Together- The Open University UK
  • Digital Budge on Changing Practice and Change Management- The Open University UK
  • COLEACP Session D’information Sur L’e-Learning / COLEACP E-Learning Information Session For Universities-2022
  • Integrating COLEACP self-learning courses into university programmes-2022
  • Caribbean Agri-food Business Session: High-End Market Opportunities For Caribbean Agri-food Product-August –COLEACP AND IAAC4-2022
  • Online Module development Training Certificate- COLEACP Belgium
  • The Stakeholders in Agro-Ecological value chain, market of organic products (Horticultural and Avocado farming in Kenya)-  Institute for Culture and Ecology (ICE)- 2022
  • OECD-COLEACP- Fruits And Vegetables Industry Series-2022 
  • Successes in Exporting to the EU markets from SMEs and Entrepreneurs-2022
  • Trainer Expert with COLEACP on Agriculture Trade : opportunities for SMEs and businesses in export markets- COLEACP-2022
  • Fruits and Vegetables Industry Series-COLEACP-2022
  • Policies for encouraging healthier food choices: Opportunities for the Fruit and Vegetable sector
  • Trainer  Expert to KENYAN EXPORTERS on Good Practices for harvest and post-harvest handling of Avocado for Export Market- Next Kenya-2022
  • Trainer Expert to Horticultural Crops Directorate Regional and Headquarter Directors on Good Practices for harvest and post-harvest handling of Avocado for Export Market- Next Kenya-2022
  • Horticultural Stakeholders in Kenya toward development of practical guide use for Avocado and Fresh beans Hosted by Next Kenya-COLEACP Program
  • Undergraduate Module development and vetting- Digital School Kenyatta University
  • COIL-Training on international collaboration of Global University Staff for enhancing research exchange-UNIVERSITY DELASALLE-MEXICO
  • Trainer of trainee-New modern methods of teaching online students-COLECP with collaboration with Department of Plant Sciences
  • The scientific methods of Certified Potatoes seeds Production in Kenya- KEPHIS POTATOES RESEARCHERS AND STAKEHOLDERS WORKSHOP-2019
  • The Role of Tissue Culture, Aeroponic, Hydroponic and Apical grafting toward mass production of Certified Irish Potato seeds in Kenya- KEPHIS 2019 Oct
  • Training and Networking on Dissemination Strategies and Statistical Data Analysis-Hortilinlea Diversifying Agricultural Food Systems, DAAD, and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
  • Molecular Biology Tools for Research in Plant Agriculture-Inqaba Biotec
  • Scientific Communication and Publishing-DAAD and Training Centre in Communication
  • Leadership Coaching a Tool for effective communication and Community Training-Tangaza University and DePaul University
  • Leading Community Change: The Challenge- Tangaza University and DePaul University
  • Workplace and Community Coaching for Organizational Performance- Tangaza University and DePaul University
  • Training Workshop at Tangaza University and DePaul University on Proposal and Grant writing
  • Training on modern molecular tools toward striga elimination in Africa-Kenyatta University
  • Kenya Standing Technical Committee on Imports and Export (KSTCIE) Stakeholders Conference-Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Services (KEPHIS)
  • Kenya Standing Technical Committee on Imports and Export (KSTCIE)- Ministry of Agriculture-Nov 2017
  • Kenya Standing Technical Committee on Imports and Export (KSTCIE)- KEPHIS Sept 2017
  • Kenya Standing Technical Committee on Imports and Export (KSTCIE)- KEPHIS Feb 2017
  • Sensitization seminar on funding opportunity with IFS Kenyatta University - 2015
  • National Debate on effect of banning GMO, s Food production and Consumptions in Kenya at Kenyatta University.
  • Work Ethics, Setting, Marking examinations, Teaching methodology, Innovation,   Research in modern teaching environments, E-Learning and use of ICT in teaching Sciences (SMASSE)-Magomano Girls High School
  • Conference on Ecological Biodiversity at National Museum Kenya-2010

Research

  • Somatic Embryogenesis of Maize Germplasm in Coastal Region, Kenya
  • Molecular Characterization of Kenyan Maize Germplasm- Ongoing
  • Maize Breeding for MLND Resistant- Ongoing
  • Bio-fertilizers Trials ongoing 

Professional/Consultancy (Editor/Peer review in journals, Networks/Collaborations, External Examiner, Patents)

- Biofertilizer and Plant Breeding

Community Service and Other Engagements

  1. 2018-Date-PATRON-KENYATTA UNIVERSITY NYANDARUA STUDENTS
  2. Academic motivator to High Schools and Young People
  3. Board Member Health( Treasurer)- Shalom PCEA-Tumaini Parish
  4. Deacon Shalom PCEA 

Other administrative positions Held

  1. Committee member, Departmental Time-Tabling Team
  2. Committee member, Departmental Undergraduate and Postgraduate Seminars Organiser
  3. Committee member, Research and Linkages committee- Secretary
  4. Committee member, Library, Archive & Herbarium
  5. Committee member, Staff Welfare Committee
  6. Library and Archive-member
  7. Assistant Secretary-Departmental Board Meeting