Bio

Dr Ambuko biography

Dr. Jane Ambukois a senior lecturer and head of Horticulture at Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection of University of Nairobi. She holds a Bsc Agriculture and Msc Horticulture from University of Nairobi (Kenya) and a PhD in Agricultural Sciences (Pomology and Postharvest Major) from Tsukuba University (Japan). She is a horticulturist with specialization in Postharvest science and technology. In this regard, she has received additional training on postharvest from the Postharvest Education Foundation, USA and Postharvest Training Center, UC Davis.

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(Last updated: December 19, 2016)

Publications

Submitted

Owino, W, Ambuko J, Yumbya P, others.  Submitted.  Evaluation of Quality and Sensory Attributes of Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis Sims) Harvested at Different Stages of Maturity. Abstract
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Njuguna, J, Ambuko J, Hutchinson M, Owino W.  Submitted.  Incidence of Jelly Seed Disorder in . Abstract
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Hutchinson, MJ, Muniu FK, Ambuko J, Mwakangalu M, Mwangombe AW, Okello JJ, Olubayo F.  Submitted.  Effect of Cattle Manure and Calcium Ammonium Nitrogen on Growth and Leaf Yield of Local Cowpea Accessions in Coastal Kenya. Abstract
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Huyskens-Keil, S.  Submitted.  Susanne Huyskens-Keil, Bernhard Trierweiler, Charles MAP Franz, Rolf Geisen, Biserka Becker, Melanie Huch, Lara Frommherz, Markus Schmidt-Heydt, Sabine Kulling, Heiko Mibus-Schoppe, Sascha Rohn, Monika Schreiner, Ronald Maul, Evelyn Lamy, Arnold M. Opiyo,. Abstract
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Owino, WO, Ambuko J.  Submitted.  Postharvest Ripening Physiology of Crops. Abstract
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Maloba, S, Ambuko J, Hutchinson M, Owino WO.  Submitted.  Effects of ethephon and potassium nitrate on off-season flower induction in mango. Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Ouma L, Shibairo S, Hutchinson M, Njuguna J, Owino WO.  Submitted.  A comparative evaluation of maturity indices of mango fruits produced in two contrasting agro-ecological zones of Kenya. Abstract
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Shibairo, SI, Nyongesa O, Onwonga R, Ambuko J.  Submitted.  Variation of Nutritional and Anti-Nutritional Contents in Finger Millet (Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn) Genotypes. Abstract
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Githiga, R, Ambuko J, Hutchnison M, Owino W.  Submitted.  Effect of Activebag® modified atmosphere packaging on the postharvest characteristics of mango fruits, Mangifera indica L, cultivar Tommy Atkins. Journal of Applied Biosciences. 83:7535–7544., Number 1: Elewa BioSciences Abstract
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Shibairo, SI, Nyongesa O, Onwonga R, Ambuko J.  Submitted.  Variation of Nutritional and Anti-Nutritional Contents in Finger Millet (Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn) Genotypes. Abstract
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2016

Okello, JJ, Hutchinson MJ, Mwang A, Ambuko J, Olubayo F, Mwakangalu M.  2016.  Consumer Demand for Value-added Products of African Indigenous Vegetables in Coastal Kenya: The Case of Sun-dried and Frozen Cowpea Leaves. Journal of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Community Development. 6:189–207., Number 1 Abstract
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Nenguwo, N, Mwendwa R, Owino OW, Wawire M, Ambuko J.  2016.  Characterization of postharvest physiology attributes of six commercially grown tomato varieties in Kenya. Abstract
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Mibei, EK, Ambuko J, Giovannoni JJ, Onyango AN, Owino WO.  2016.  Carotenoid profiling of the leaves of selected African eggplant accessions subjected to drought stress. Food Science & Nutrition. Abstract
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Mwendwa, R, Owino OW, Ambuko J, Wawire M, Nenguwo N.  2016.  Characterization of postharvest physiology attributes of six commercially grown tomato varieties in Kenya. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development. 16:10613–10631., Number 1: Rural Outreach Program (Kenya) Abstract
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Owino, WO, Ambuko J.  2016.  Advances in Ethylene Signal Transduction in Fruits and Vegetables. Postharvest Ripening Physiology of Crops. 1:339.: CRC Press Abstract
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2015

Muchiri, PD, Njogu MK, Nyankanga RO, Landeo JA, Gathungu GK, Ambuko J.  2015.  Optimization of seed potato (solanum tuberosum L.) Tuber dormancy and sprouting capacity through integrated gibberellic acid and benzylaminopurine application. : University of Nairobi Abstract
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Wasonga, DO, Ambuko JL, Chemining GN, Odeny DA, Crampton BG.  2015.  Morphological Characterization and Selection of Spider Plant (Cleome Gynandra) Accessions from Kenya and South Africa. Asian Journal of Agricultural Sciences. 7:36–44., Number 4: Maxwell Science Publishing Abstract
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2014

Owino, WO, Yumbya P, Shibairo S, Ambuko J.  2014.  Efficacy of Activebag® packaging on postharvest quality of purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims). XXIX International Horticultural Congress on Horticulture: Sustaining Lives, Livelihoods and Landscapes (IHC2014): 1120. :85–90. Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Onsongo NK, Hutchinson MJ, Owino WO.  2014.  A comparative evaluation of quality and sensory characteristics of'Apple'mango fruits produced under different agro-ecological zones in Kenya. XXIX International Horticultural Congress on Horticulture: Sustaining Lives, Livelihoods and Landscapes (IHC2014): 1120. :429–434. Abstract
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Nyankanga, RO, Hutchinson JM, Landeo JA, Ambuko J, Njogu MK, Muchiri PD.  2014.  Comparative performance of true Potato seed (tps) propagated through nursery transplants, tubers and minitubers. : University of Nairobi Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Onsongo NK, Hutchinson MJ, Owino WO.  2014.  Response of'Apple'mango fruit to 1-methylcyclopropene as affected by agro-ecological zone and maturity stage. XXIX International Horticultural Congress on Horticulture: Sustaining Lives, Livelihoods and Landscapes (IHC2014): IV 1111. :347–354. Abstract
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Nyongesa, O, Ambuko J, Shibairo SI, Onwonga R.  2014.  Variation of Nutritional and Anti-Nutritional Contents in Finger Millet (Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn) Genotypes. : University of Nairobi Abstract
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Owino, WO, Shibairo S, Ambuko J, Yumbya MP.  2014.  Efficacy of 1-methylcyclopropene in purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims) as affected by dosage and maturity stage. : Univeristy of Nairobi Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Yumbya P, Shibairo S, Owino W.  2014.  Effect of Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) on the Shelf Life and Postharvest Quality of Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis Sims). Abstract
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Ouma, L, Ambuko J, Shibairo S, Owino WO.  2014.  Comparison of quality attributes of mango fruits produced from two contrasting agro-ecological zones of Kenya. 4th Biennial Ruforum conference on" African Higher Education Week: Celebrating the contribution of African Universities and Partners to agricultural development in Africa" held in Maputo, Mozambique. Ruforum, Kampala, Uganda. Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Yumbya MP, Shibairo S, Owino WO.  2014.  Efficacy of 1–methylcyclopropene in purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims) as affected by dosage and maturity stage. International Journal of Postharvest Technology and Innovation. 4:126–137., Number 2-4: Inderscience Publishers Abstract
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AJM Timmermans, J Ambuko, BHWJ.  2014.  Food losses and waste in the context of sustainable food systems. : Food and Agriculture Organization Abstract
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Owino, W, Shibairo S, Ambuko J, Yumbya P.  2014.  Effect of Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) on the Shelf Life and Postharvest Quality of Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis Sims). Abstract
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Yumbya, P, Ambuko J, Shibairo S, Owino W.  2014.  Effect of Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) on the Shelf Life and Postharvest Quality of Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis Sims). Journal of Post-Harvest Technology. 2:25–36., Number 1 Abstract
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2013

Hutchnison, MJ, Owino WO, Gemma H, Ambuko J, Githiga RW.  2013.  Effect of maturity stage and cultivar on the efficacy of 1-MCP treatments in mango fruits.. : University of Nairobi Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Sekozawa Y, Sugaya S, Gemma H.  2013.  A comparative Evaluation of Postharvest Quality Attributes of Two Banana (Musa spp) Varieties as Affected by Preharvest Production Conditions. Journal of Agricultural Science. 5:170., Number 3: Canadian Center of Science and Education Abstract
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Sugaya, S, Sekozawa Y, Zanol GC, Ambuko J.  2013.  Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) Scavenging in Hot Air Preconditioning Mediated Alleviation of Chilling Injury in Banana Fruits. Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Yumbya P, Hutchinson M, Gemma H, Owino W.  2013.  Efficacy of 1-Methylcyclopropane (1-MCP) in Purple Passion Fruits as Affected by Concentration, Treatment duration and Maturity Stage of the Fruits. Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Yumbya P, Owino W, others.  2013.  Evaluation of Quality and Sensory Attributes of Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora Edulis Sims) Harvested at Different Stages of Maturity. Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Zanol GC, Sekozawa Y, Sugaya S, Gemma H.  2013.  Reactive oxygen species (ROS) scavenging in hot air preconditioning mediated alleviation of chilling injury in banana fruits. Journal of Agricultural Science. 5:319., Number 1: Canadian Center of Science and Education Abstract
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2012

Lopokoyit, M, Maina JG, Ambuko JL, CHEMINING GN.  2012.  Teaching and learning approaches that promote the achievement of vision 2030 for the agriculture sector. : University Of Nairobi Abstract
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Sekozawa, Y, Ambuko JL, Gemma H, Zanol G, Sugaya S.  2012.  Effect of Postharvest Hot Air Treatments on Ripening and Soluble Sugars in Banana Fruits, Musa Spp.. Abstract
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Kamanu, JK, CHEMINING GN, Nderitu JH, Ambuko J.  2012.  Growth, yield and quality response of snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) plants to different inorganic fertilizers applications in central Kenya. Journal of Applied Biosciences. 55:3944–3952. Abstract
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CHEMINING, GN, Lopokoyit M, Ambuko JL, Maina JG.  2012.  Teaching and learning approaches that promote the achievement of vision 2030 for the agriculture sector. : University Of Nairobi Abstract
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Ambuko, J, Githiga RW, Hutchnison MJ, Gemma H, Owino WO.  2012.  Effect of maturity stage and cultivar on the efficacy of 1-mcp treatments in mango fruits. II All Africa Horticulture Congress 1007. :39–47. Abstract
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