Bio

Dr Lucy Njue

Lecturer, University of Nairobi, Department of food science, Nutrition and Technology.
Teaching areas: General Microbiology, Food Microbiology and parasitology/ protection,
Introduction to food Industries, Food Toxicology, Environmental Health, Food hygiene and
sanitation, Hazards in Food, Risk analysis, Food safety and quality management, Advance
science (advanced microbiology), Food science and food protection, Food safety and Consumer
behavior, Introduction to food Industries.

CURRICULUM VITAE

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DR. LUCY NJUE

(Last updated: March 23, 2023)

Publications

2022

Kambabazi, M-R, Okoth MW, Ngala S, Njue L, Vasanthakaalam H.  2022.  Physicochemical properties and sensory evaluation of a bean-based composite soup flour. Legume Science. 4:e139., Number 4: Wiley Online Library Abstract
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Kuboka, M, Njue L, Mutua F, Grace D, Johanna Lindahl.  2022.  AFM1 Secretion and Efficacy of NovasilTM Clay in Kenyan Dairy Cows. Dairy. 3:220–232., Number 2: MDPI Abstract
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Birgen, BJ, Njue LG, Kaindi DWM, Ogutu FO, Owade JO.  2022.  Quantitative versus qualitative risk assessment of meat and its products: what is feasible for Sub-Saharan African countries? Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition. 62:106–118., Number 1: Taylor & Francis Abstract
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2021

Djangwani, J, ABONG’ GEORGEOOKO, Njue LG, Kaindi DWM.  2021.  Brucellosis: Prevalence with reference to East African community countries–A rapid review. Veterinary Medicine and Science. 7:851–867., Number 3: Wiley Online Library Abstract
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Kambabazi, M-R, Okoth MW, Ngala S, Njue L, Vasanthakaalam H.  2021.  Evaluation of nutrient content in red kidney beans, amaranth leaves, sweet potato roots and carrots cultivated in Rwanda. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development. 21:17801–17814., Number 4 Abstract
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Holi, KW, Njue LG, Abong’ GO.  2021.  Microbial Safety of Milk from Vending Machines in the Informal Settlements of Nairobi, Kenya. Journal of Food Quality. 2021:1–10.: Hindawi Limited Abstract
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Obinda, NL, Abong G, Njue LG, Ombaka J.  2021.  Food Safety Knowledge and Hygienic Practices among Vendors of Vegetable Salads in Pipeline Ward of Nairobi County, Kenya. : University of Nairobi Abstract
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George, A, Njue LG, Ombaka J, others.  2021.  Food Safety Knowledge and Hygienic Practices among Vendors of Vegetable Salads in Pipeline Ward of Nairobi County, Kenya. East African Journal of Science, Technology and Innovation. 2 Abstract
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Djangwani, J, ABONG’ GEORGEOOKO, Njue LG, Kaindi DWM.  2021.  Sero-prevalence and risk factors of Brucella presence in farm bulk milk from open and zero grazing cattle production systems in Rwanda. Veterinary Medicine and Science. 7:1656–1670., Number 5: Wiley Online Library Abstract
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Kimindu, VA, Kaindi DWM, Njue LG, Githigia SM.  2021.  Enhancing resilience of local slaughterhouses against meat hazards: A review. East African Agricultural and Forestry Journal. 85:11–11., Number 3 & 4 Abstract
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Simiyu, MN, Imungi JK, Njue LG.  2021.  Vendor Characteristics, Practices, Microbial Contamination of Fish and Oil Quality in the Street Vending of Deep-fried Fish in Peri-urban Nairobi, Kenya: Case of Kasarani Sub-county. : University of Nairobi Abstract
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2020

Jere, GM, Abong GO, Njue LG, Masamba K, Omayio DG.  2020.  Exposure of school children to aflatoxins and fumonisins through maize-based diets in school meals programme in Salima District, Malawi. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development. 20:16793–16809., Number 6 Abstract
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Birgen, BJ, Njue LG, Kaindi DM, others.  2020.  Birgen\_Determinants of Microbial Contamination of Street-Vended Chicken Products Sold in Nairobi County, Kenya. : Hindawi Abstract
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Birgen, BJ, Njue LG, Kaindi DM, Ogutu FO, Owade JO.  2020.  Determinants of microbial contamination of street-vended chicken products sold in Nairobi County, Kenya. International journal of food science. 2020: Hindawi Abstract
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Jere, GM, Abong GO, Njue LG, Masamba K, OMAYIO DUKEG.  2020.  Postharvest Handling Knowledge and Practices among Food Handlers on Mycotoxigenic Molds Contamination in Maize Based Diets in School Meals Program in Salima District, Malawi. Asian Food Science Journal. 16:1–17., Number 3 Abstract
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Wanjiru, JW, Imungi JK, Njue LG.  2020.  Moisture and Aflatoxin Contents of Kenyan Market Peanuts and Decontamination with Water, Lime and Ultraviolet Radiation Treatments. Asian Food Science Journal. 17:48–57., Number 1 Abstract
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2019

Gituma, GK, Njue LG.  2019.  Preservation of Strawberries Using Guava Leaves Extract. Asian Food Science Journal. 10:1–7., Number 4 Abstract
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Mugo, MW, Njue LG.  2019.  Development of a High Value Nutritious Baking Flour from Dried Ripe Banana Peels. Asian Food Science Journal. 18:1–7., Number 4 Abstract
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Makhungu, ML, Njue LG.  2019.  Development of Instant Ox Tail Soup Supplemented with Mushroom and Moringa Leaves. Asian Food Sci. J.(AFSJ). 10:1–9., Number 2 Abstract
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Birgen, BJ, Njue LG, Kaindi DM, Ogutu FO.  2019.  Qualitative risk assessment of Campylobacter jejuni in street vended poultry in informal settlements of Nairobi County. Abstract
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Gloire, KM, Imungi JK, Njue L.  2019.  Aflatoxin contamination of maize meal sold and consumed in the three main cities of North-Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Journal of Experimental Agriculture International. 40:1–6. Abstract
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Kuboka, MM, Imungi JK, Njue L, Mutua F, Grace D, Lindahl JF.  2019.  Occurrence of aflatoxin M1 in raw milk traded in peri-urban Nairobi, and the effect of boiling and fermentation. Infection Ecology & Epidemiology. 9:1625703., Number 1: Taylor & Francis Abstract
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LG Njue, CAO.  2019.  Efficacy of Crude Extract from Candle Brush (Senna didymobotrya) Leaves against Aspergillus niger in Reduction of Post-harvest Losses in Tomatoes. Asian Food Science Journal. 10:1–8., Number 2: Asian Food Science Journal Abstract
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2018

LG Njue Chemining'wa, KACJG.  2018.  Consumer Risk Exposure to Chemical and Microbial Hazards Through Consumption of Fruits and Vegetables in Kenya. Food Science and Quality Management. 78: Food Science and Quality Management Abstract
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Njue, LG.  2018.  Isolation Rates of Specific Pathogens from Meat Carcasses In Nairobi County, and their Susceptibility to Garlic Extract. Abstract
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2017

Warren, CE, Njue R, Ndwiga C, Abuya T.  2017.  Manifestations and drivers of mistreatment of women during childbirth in Kenya: implications for measurement and developing interventions. BMC pregnancy and childbirth. 17:1–14., Number 1: BioMed Central Abstract
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NjueL. G, Ombui J.N., KGLWJK.  2017.  Assessment of Effectiveness of Garlic Extract from Laikipia County, on Shelf-Life of Meat. Journal of Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development: May, 2017.. 5:632–641., Number ISSN-2360-798X: Spring Journals Abstract
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Njue L. G, Ombui J.N., KGJKMLWJO.  2017.  Identification of the Antimicrobial Compounds in Garlic Grown at Laikipia County.. International Journal of Agricultural Research and Review:. 5:636–643., Number ISSN-2360-7971: Spring Journals Abstract
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2015

  2015.  Evaluation of oral toxicity level of ethly acetate extract, from garlic (allium sativum) in onorrh dawleys rats as per OECD guidelines 423. Journal of food science and Technology. 2:056–064., Number 2384: Spring Journals Abstract
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2014

L Njue, LW Kanja, JNOJGNOD.  2014.  Efficacy of antimicrobial activity of garlic extracts on bacterial pathogens commonly found to contaminate meat. East African Medical Journal. Abstract
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2009

Njue, LG, Okemo P, Monda EO.  2009.  Efficacy of onion (Allium cepa l.) and garlic (Allium sativum l.) juice against common pathogens associated with meat. Journal of Tropical Microbiology and Biotechnology. 5, Number 1: Kenya Society of Microbiology, Abstract
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