Journal papers

1. Namaswa T., Burslem D.F.R.P., Smith J., Afzal W., Warheed J., Oduor N., Kubok L., Muthike G. & F. Malei. (2026). Availability and spatial distribution of crop and forest biomass residues for biochar production in Kenya. Scientific Reports 2026. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-42350-0
2. Lohani Tarun Kumar, Sigu Gordon, Oduor Nellie, Reza Selim, Durai Jayaraman. (2023). Species-Site Suitability Assessment of Bamboo and Its Detailed Study in Different Agroecological Zones of Kenya, International Journal of Forestry Research, 2023, 8859316, 10 pages. https://doi.org/10.1155/2023/8859316
3. Oriwo, V., Namaswa, T., Githiomi, J., & Oduor, N. (2023). Woodfuel Resources and Their Utilisation in Mt. Elgon and Cherang’any Hills Water Towers of Kenya. International Journal of Biomass and Renewables, 12(1), 19-28. Retrieved from https://myjms.mohe.gov.my/index.php/ijbr/article/view/22208
4. Muthike, G., Ali, G., Oduor, N., Munene, P., & Githiomi, J. (2022). Corrective Interventions to End-Splitting and Surface cracking in Kenya Grown Eucalyptus grandis Poles. Open Journal of Forestry, 12, 380-392. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojf.2022.123021
5. Kitheka Emily Mumbua, Oduor Nellie Caroline, Mutinda Jane W., Namaswa Timothy W., Musyoki Josephine K. and Githiomi Joseph (2022). Gender Aspects Influencing Adoption of Bioenergy Conservation Technologies, the Case Lower Eastern Kenya. International Journal of Biochemistry, Bioinformatics and Biotechnology Studies, 7(1), pp. 1-15. ISSN 2397-7728(Print), 2397-7736(Online)
6. Timothy Namaswa, Joseph Githiomi, Nellie Oduor and Emily Kitheka. (2022). Sustainable biomass energy production and utilization in sub-Saharan Africa: A case study of Kenya. Journal of Horticulture and Forestry Vol. 14(4), pp. 56-67. DOI: 10.5897/JHF2022.0689
7. Reza, S. and Oduor, N., (2022). Responding to local demand: A community-led bamboo charcoal enterprise development initiative in Kenya. Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products, 29(1), pp. 8-11. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2022-XUJ4W9
8. Muthike, G., Ali, G., Oduor, N., Munene, P., & Githiomi, J. (2022). Corrective interventions to End-Splitting and Surface Cracking in Kenya Grown Eucalyptus grandis Poles. Open Journal of Forestry, 12, 380-392. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojf.2022.123021
9. Norman W. Wairagu, Benson M. Wachira, Joseph K. Githiomi, Nellie Oduor and Margaret M. Ng’ang’a (2022). Repellency and Toxicity of Selected Fractions, Identified Compounds and Blends of Commiphora africana Resin Against Bedbugs. Natural Product Communications, 17(6): 1–10. DOI: 10.1177/1934578X221106898
10. Violet Oriwo, Norman Wairagu, Nellie Oduor, Jayaraman Durai. (2022). Nutrient Content of Bamboo Shoots from Selected Species in Kenya, American Journal of Agriculture and Forestry, 10(1), pp. 14-20. doi: 10.11648/j.ajaf.20221001.13
11. E. Kitheka, C. Ogutu, N. Oduor, C. Ingutia, M. Muga, and J. Githiomi. (2021). Piloting Biomass Energy Audit for Energy Conservation in Homa-Bay County, Kenya. East African Agricultural and Forestry Journal, 84(1), pp. 136-146. Retrieved from https://www.kalro.org/www.eaafj.or.ke/index.php/path/article/view/466
12. Luvanda A.M., N. Oduor , E. Kitheka , E.M. Kyalo , J. Githiomi and J. Kimwemwe. (2020). The Socio-Economic Impact of Charcoal Production on The Livelihood of Local Producers in Kitui County, Kenya. Octa Journal of Environmental Research. Oct. Jour. Env. Res. Vol. 8(2): 054-062
13. Emily Kitheka, Jacinta Kimiti, Nellie Oduor, Jane Wanza. Mutinda, Celestine Ingutia and Joseph Githiomi. (2019).Factors Influencing Adoption of Biomass Energy Conservation Technologies in Selected Areas of Kitui County, Kenya. Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering A 8 (2019) pg 70-81. Doi:10.17265/2162-5298/2019.02.003
14. Nellie Oduor, Emily Kitheka, Celestine Ingutia, Nathan Nyamai, James Kimwemwe and Kevin Juma. (2019). Quality and Emission Analysis of Charcoal from Various Species of Wood Using improved carbonization Technologies in Kenya. Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering A 8(2019) pg 16-25. Doi:10.17265/2162-5298/2019.01.002
15. P.C. Ogutu, M.O. Muga, R. Pretorius, C. Obonyo, V.Yegon, V.Oriwo,, E.Kitheka, N.Oduor, J.Githiomi and J.Kimondo. (2018). Piloting Commercial Production of Charcoal Briquettes from Sugarcane Bagasse in Homa-Bay County. Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology for Development (JASETD) https://stieconference.dkut.ac.ke/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Conference%20Proceedings%208%20Latest.pd pg 355-369
16. Yuanyuan Zhao, Duole Feng, Durai Jayaraman, Daniel Belay, Heiru Sebrala, John Ngugi, Eunice Maina, Rose Akombo, John Otuoma, Joseph Mutyaba, Sam Kissa, Shuhua Qi, Fiker Assefa, Nellie Mugure Oduor, Andrew Kalema Ndawula, Yanxia Li, Peng Gong. (2017). Bamboo mapping of Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda for the year 2016 using multi-temporal Landsat imagery. International Journal Applied Earth Observation and Geoinformation. Volume 66, April 2018, Pages 116-125. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jag.2017.11.008
17. Kitheka E. M, J. M. Kimiti, N. Oduor, and W. J Mutinda. (2017). Adoption of biomass Energy Conservation Technologies in Selected Areas of Kitui County, Kenya. A paper presented at the 3rd STI&E Conference of Dedan Kimathi University of Technology. Proceedings of the 3rd DeKUT International Conference on STI&E 1st – 3rd November, 2017; Pg 403- 413
18. Rotich Godfrey, Robert W. Nyukuriand Nellie C. Oduor. (2017). Comparative Magnitude of Eucalyptus Grandis and Grevillia Robusta (Untreated Woodblocks) Attack by Subterranean Termites. IJISET - International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, Vol. 4 Issue 2, February 2017. ISSN (Online) 2348 – 7968
19. Rotich Godfrey, Nellie C. Oduor, Robert W. Nyukuri, Ngurwe Jared.,and Bii Benard K. (2016). Comparative Efficacy of Varied Concentrations Fipronyl in Termites control on treated sand. IJISET - International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, Vol. 3 Issue 10, October 2016. ISSN (Online) 2348 – 7968
20. Luvanda A. M. , Kitheka, E., Oduor, N., Kyalo, E. M. and Githiomi, J. (2016). Impact And Assessment Of Charcoal Marketing System Through Community Associations In Kitui County, Kenya. Octa Journal of Environmental Research Vol. 4(2): 086-091 ISSN 2321 3655
21. Rotich Godfrey, Robert W. Nyukuri, Fredrick M. Wanjala., Nellie C. Oduor and J. J. Kiptoo. (2015). Comparative Efficacy of Varied Concentrations of Fipronyl in the Laboratory Management of Termites. American Chemical Science Journal 10(4): 1-7, 2016, Article no.ACSJ.21725 ISSN: 2249-0205
22. Rotich Godfrey, Robert W. Nyukuri, Nellie C. Oduor, Sylvia Mmbone, J.J. Cheboiand J. J. Kiptoo. (2015). Comparative Efficacy of Varied Concentrations of Fipronyl 200 g/l in the Graveyard (Field Trial Test) Control of Termites. American Chemical Science Journal 11(1): 1-6, 2016, Article no.ACSJ.22327 ISSN: 2249-0205
23. Oduor N. and Githiomi, J.K. (2013). Fuel-wood energy properties of Prosopis juliflora and Prosopis pallida grown in Baringo District, Kenya. African Journal of Agricultural Research Vol. 8(21), pp 2476-2481
24. Oduor N., Vinden P. And Kho P. (2013) Dimensional Stability of Particle Board and Radiata Pine Wood (Pinus radiata D.Don) Treated with Different Resins. International Journal of Applied Science and Technology Vol. 3 No. 3; March 2013, pp 153-159
25. Githiomi J.K and N. Oduor, (2012). Strategies for Sustainable Wood fuel Production in Kenya. International Journal of Applied Science and Technology Vol. 2 No. 10; December 2012
26. Onchieku, J., N. Oduor and J. Githiomi, (2005). Wood properties of Grevillea robusta from farmlands in Runyenjes, Embu District, Kenya. Discovery and Innovations. Academy Science Publishers -AAS

Books

1. Muralidharan Enarth Maviton, Gordon Sigu, Magrate Kaigongi, Nellie Oduor, Robert Sunya, Selim Reza, Durai Jayaraman. (2023). Exotic Bamboo Species in Kenya: Identification and Assessment. INBAR Working Paper Technical Paper. Report number: INBAR Working Paper - under the Dutch-Sino East Africa Bamboo Development Programme – Phase II. Affiliation: Kenya Forest Research Institute
2. Pinimidzai S., Susan B., Fiker A., Nellie O., Michael M., Theodros G., Selim R. and Durai J. (2023). Gender Analysis of the Bamboo Sector in Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda. INBAR Working Paper Technical Paper. Report number: INBAR Working Paper - under the Dutch-Sino East Africa Bamboo Development Programme – Phase II. Affiliation: Kenya Forest Research Institute. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.33595.28966
3. John O., Magrate K., Gordon S., Mary G., Miriam G., Geoffry M., Nellie O., Selim R., Robert S., Theodros G. and Durai J. (2022). A Bamboo Site–Species Matching Study in Kenya. INBAR Working Paper Technical Paper. Report number: INBAR Working Paper - under the Dutch-Sino East Africa Bamboo Development Programme – Phase II.
4. UNEP (2019). Technical Report on Sustainability of Sugarcane Bagasse Briquettes and Charcoal Value Chains in Kenya: Results and recommendations from implementation of the Global Bioenergy Partnership Indicators. Collaborative work with Ministry of Environment and Forestry, Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), Kenya Forest Research Institute (KEFRI), World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) and Strathmore University. Pp 166. KEFRI Contributors: Nellie Oduor, Peter Churchill Ogutu, Emily Kitheka, Dr. Gabriel Muturi, Dr. James Kimondo, Dr. Mbae Muchiri, Dr. Robert Nyambati, Dr. James Ndufa, James Maina, John Ngugi
5. NFPRP (2019). Training Curriculum on Production, Processing and Marketing of Forest Products. Pp 68. Contributors: Joseph Githiomi, James Kimondo, Meshack Muga, George Muthike, Nellie Oduor, Violet Oriwo, Rose Chiteva, Oscar Mayunzu, Collins Obonyo, Emily Kitheka, Norman Wachira, Samson Mogire, Moses Lukibisi, James Kimwemwe, Charles Gitau, Dominic Mikile
6. Chagala–Odera E., Ochieng D., Wanjiku J., Muchiri M.N., Gichora M., Tuwei P., Kamondo B., Mengich E., Langat D., Oballa P., Muthike G., Chiteva R., Kagombe J., Cherotich L., Gathogo M., Muthama A. and Oduor N. (Eds). (2018). ‘Contribution of Forestry Research to Sustainable Development’: Proceedings of 5th KEFRI Scientific Conference, 17 – 19 April 2018 at KEFRI Headquarters Muguga. KEFRI, Kenya.
7. Kalyan Gauli, Jayaraman Durai and Nellie Oduor (2018). Value Chain Analysis and Market Assessment of Bamboo Products in Kenya. International Bamboo and Rattan Organisation - INBAR Working Paper. Pp 68
8. Kimondo J.M., Oduor N. M., Kamondo B.M. and Ochieng D.O. (2016). (eds). Commercialization of Non-Wood Forest Products through linking to SMEs and Community Groups. KEFRI, Kenya. Pp 30
9. Oduor, N (2012). Sustainable feedstock management for charcoal production in Kenya. A production of Practical Action Consulting. Printed by Practical Action Consulting UK Pp 65
10. Oduor N., W. Ngugi and T. wa Gathui. (2012). Sustainable Tree Management for Charcoal Production - Acacia Species in Kenya. An Acacia pocketbook prepared for PISCES by Practical Action Consulting East Africa. Printed by Practical Action Consulting UK. Pp 23
11. Kiruki H., Oduor N., Murangiri S., Kea F., Wachira P., Micheni M., Witte R. and Makanya Z. (Eds). 2009. Hidden Resources: Non Timber Forest Products for livelihood improvement and biodiversity conservation: documenting Kenyan experiences. Agro Special no. 8 printed by Agromisa. Pp 63. ISBN 978-90-8573-118-4

Book Chapter

1. Sustainability of sugarcane Bagasse briquettes and charcoal Value chains in Kenya:-
2. Results and Recommendations from implementation of the Global Bioenergy Partnership Indicators

Technical Notes/Protocols/Guidelines

1. Emily Kitheka, Nellie Oduor, Timothy Namaswa, Faith Malei, James Kimwemwe, Nathan Nyamai and Joseph Githiomi. (2025). Carbonized Briquette Production: A Guide for Extension Officers, Farmers and Entrepreneurs
2. Oduor N., Migom G., Mogire S., Gitau C., Muthike G., Gichuki M., and J. Githiomi. (2024). Guidelines for Bamboo Preservation: A guide for bamboo furniture artisans and other bamboo users. KEFRI, Nairobi
3. Benjamin Mukoya, Mary Gichuki, Kelvin Levu, Faith Malei, Nellie Oduor, Joseph Githiomi and George Muthike. (2024). A Checklist of Kenyan Timber, Bio-composites, Poles and Bamboo Standards: A guide for Structural Engineers, Architects, and Timber and Bamboo Users
4. Oduor, N., Kitheka, E., Kimwemwe, J. and Githiomi, J. (2015). Sustainable Charcoal Production Guideline: A manual for charcoal producers and extension officers. Published by the Miti Mingi Maisha Bora Programme of the Kenya Forest Service, Nairobi. Pp 43
5. Oduor N. and Githiomi, J.K. (2013). Guideline for wood preservation using dip diffusion method: A low cost method for small scale wood treatment. KEFRI Guideline No. 10. Nairobi. Pp14
6. Oduor, N, Kitheka, E, Kimwemwe, J, Muga, M and Noor, H. 2013. Technical fact sheet on Charcoal. Published by the Miti Mingi Maisha Bora Programme of the Kenya Forest Service, Nairobi. Pp 8
7. Mukonyi K.W., Oduor N., Wachira N. and Njuguna J., (2008). Guidelines for growing Aloes. KEFRI Guideline Series: No. 8. Kenya Forestry Research Institute; Nairobi, Kenya. Print Maxim Printers
8. Oduor N. and J. Githiomi. (2007). Guidelines for Wood Preservation Using Sap Displacement Method. A KEFRI Timber Information Bulletin No.4.
9. Oduor N., J. Githiomi, B. Chikamai and J. Kimwemwe. (2006). Charcoal Production using improved earth, portable metal, drum and the Casamance kilns – A manual produced by KEFRI. Downtown Publishers, Nairobi Kenya. pp28
10. KEFRI Timber information bulletin No 1. (2005). Strength groups of Kenyan grown major commercial timbers
11. KEFRI Timber information bulletin No 2 (2005). Kenyan timber grading for structural use
12. KEFRI Timber information bulletin No 3 (2005). Classification of wood carvings species using macroscopic properties
13. Chikamai, B.N., Kabii, T., and N.M. Ndegwa, (1996). A guide to production of laminated (fancy) products - Theory and Practice. KEFRI occasional paper 1 -1996

Conferences/Seminars/Workshops

1. A resource person for the Participatory Forest Management & Landscape Restoration Training, running from 24th March – 4th April 2025. I presented a paper on Practice Case studies of Wood and Non-Wood products KEFRI Karura on 2nd April after the participants visited the NFPRP on 26th March 2025
2. IUFRO Webinar celebrating women in forest science – During the International Day of Women and Girls in Science held on 11th February 2025. Title of presentation “Bamboo as a strategic crop in Kenya – in land restoration, industry and livelihood provision”
3. 2024 International Online Seminar – Bamboo in Africa: Pathways to Sustainable Construction and Development held in three (3) sessions 13 Nov, 20 Nov and 27 Nov 2024
4. 11th KEFRI Colloquium held on 16th October 2024 - I presented on "Bamboo development in Kenya - the experience from the Dutch-Sino EA Bamboo Development Programme"
5. KEFRI Author Talk Series – I did it on 12 August 2024, talked on the guideline bamboo preservation (Link of the recording: https://kefrike.sharepoint.com/...)
6. Nellie Oduor, Hisaya Miyashita and James Ndufa (2024). Evaluation of physical, mechanical and anatomical properties of Melia volkensii – a fast-maturing species grown in drylands of Kenya. A presentation made during the 26th IUFRO Congress in Stockholm, Sweden on 27th June 2024
7. Timothy Namaswa, Nellie Oduor, Joseph Githiomi, Emily Kitheka, Peter Ogutu, Faith Malei, James Kimwemwe and Nathan Maitha. (2024). Efficient Charcoal Production to Improve Climate Change Resilience. A presentation made during the 26th IUFRO Congress in Stockholm, Sweden.
8. Emily Kitheka, Josephine Musyoki, Nellie Oduor, Timothy Namaswa, Joseph Githiomi, Jane Mutinda. (2024). Gender and Bioenergy: Factors Influencing Adoption of production and Conservation Technologies in lower Eastern Kenya. A presentation made during the 26th IUFRO Congress in Stockholm, Sweden on 25th June 2024
9. Amina Maalim, Josephine Musyoki, Julius Huho, Nellie Oduor, James Ndufa, Philip Looniyo, Abdiladif Haret, Mohamed Osman. (2024). Growing Bamboo Plants for Flood Risk Mitigation and Soil and Water Conservation in Garissa and Tana River Counties in Kenya. A presentation made during the 26th IUFRO Congress in Stockholm, Sweden on 27th June 2024
10. Violet Oriwo, Norman Wachira, Nellie Oduor, Jayaraman Durai. (2024). Nutritional assessment of bamboo shoots from selected species growing in Kenya. A presentation made during the 26th IUFRO Congress in Stockholm, Sweden on 27th June 2024
11. Emily Kitheka, Kazuki Shibasaki, Rahab Wanjau, Linet Muindi, Rufo Jilo, Celestine Ingutia, Albert Luvanda, Nellie Oduor, James K. Ndufa. (2024). Factors influencing adoption of energy conservation and production technologies for wood fuel resources in Makueni County, Kenya. A presentation made during the 26th IUFRO Congress in Stockholm, Sweden on 27th June 2024
12. Nellie Oduor (2021). Melia timber quality and properties in comparison to other known hardwoods in Kenya. A presentation made during the Melia Growing Promotion - Strategy Meeting held on Thursday 2nd September 2021
13. Nellie Oduor and Gordon Sigu. (2021). The development of bamboo industry in Kenya: Successes, challenges and opportunities. A paper presented at the Regional Bamboo Symposium held at Miklin Hotel, Accra, Ghana on 22–23 July 2021
14. Nellie Oduor and Syliva M. Essendi. (2021). Potential of bamboo in construction in Kenya. A paper presented at the Sustainable Commercial Forestry event held at the Embassy of Sweden on 29 September 2021
15. Nellie Oduor, Gordon Sigu and Paul Ongugo (2021). Status of bamboo development in Kenya. A paper presented at a virtual interaction organised by the Embassy of Columbia, held on 19th November 2021
16. Nellie Oduor, Paul Ongugo and Gordon Sigu (2021). The Development of bamboo industry in Kenya: Successes, challenges and opportunities. A paper presented in the Kenya Commercial Forestry Investment Conference and Expo held at KEFRI Hq Muguga from 23rd–26th November 2021
17. Joseph Githiomi, George Muthike, Nellie Oduor and Meshack Muga (2021). Status of forest products value chains and investment opportunities in Kenya. A Keynote paper presented in the Kenya Commercial Forestry Investment Conference and Expo held at KEFRI Hq Muguga from 23rd–26th November 2021
18. Nellie Oduor, Emily Kitheka, Collins Obonyo, Timothy Namaswa, Celestine Ingutia, Joseph Githiomi, Nathan Nyamai and James Kimwemwe (2021). Biomass Energy Production: Alternative utilization of Eucalyptus Species Grown in Kenya: Study to Determine the Quality and Economic Viability of Charcoal Produced from One (1) Hectare of Eucalyptus Plantation of Various Ages. Poster Presentation Kenya Commercial Forestry Conference Held at Kenya Forest Research Institute Hqts November 2021
19. Timothy Namaswa, Nellie Oduor, Emily Kitheka, Peter Ogutu, Brexidis Mandila (2021). Methods and Challenges of Estimating Carbon Sequestration in Forest Ecosystems. Presented at Learning and Reflection: Restoration for NRM and Livelihood Conference Held on 22–23 July 2021 in Nanyuki
20. Nellie Oduor, Joseph Githiomi, Emily Kitheka and James Kimwemwe. Presented a paper on “KEFRI’s Research and Development Experience on charcoal value chain” during the FAO/GEF Validation workshop on charcoal value chain in Northern Kenya: Challenges and opportunities, held at Ibis Hotel, Nanyuki from 23–24 June 2021
21. Joseph Githiomi, Nellie Oduor, Rose Chiteva and Violet Oriwo. Presented a paper on “Overview of Non Wood Forest products value chains in Kenya” during the FAO/GEF Validation workshop on NTFPs in Northern Kenya: Challenges and opportunities held at Ibis Hotel, Nanyuki from 23–24 June 2021
22. Nellie Oduor, Gordon Sigu and Paul Ongugo presented a paper on “Status of Bamboo development in Kenya” during The Bamboo Standards Dissemination Workshop held virtually on 23rd June 2021
23. Nellie Oduor, Paul Ongugo and Gordon Sigu presented a paper on “Bamboo the overlooked energy source for manufacturing” during the National Conference on the role of technology and innovation in forestry for delivery of the Big Four Agenda held virtually on 11th June 2021
24. Peter Churchill Ogutu, Nellie Oduor and Emily Kitheka presented a paper on “Briquetting technologies in relation to the Big Four Agenda” during the National Conference on the role of technology and innovation in forestry for delivery of the Big Four Agenda held virtually on 11th June 2021
25. Nellie Oduor presented a paper on “Bamboo in the environmental conservation space” during the Eve of the World Environment Day whose theme was ‘Resetting our relation with nature / restoring ecosystems’ held virtually on 4th June 2021
26. Oduor N. (2020). Bamboo Enterprise and Environmental Management in Kenya. A paper presented at an International Webinar on Bamboo Bioengineering towards developing entrepreneurship and conserving natural resources held on 24 September 2020
27. Oduor N. (2020). The need to keep a good and clean environment. A paper presented at The Green Anglicans Webinar held on 19 September 2020 to celebrate the World Clean Up Day
28. Oduor N. (2020). Sustaining Kenya’s Energy using Bamboo. A paper presented at The Bamboo Association of Kenya Webinar held on 17 September 2020 to celebrate the World Bamboo Day
29. Oduor N. (2019). Application of GBEP Indicators to sugarcane bagasse briquettes used by tea industries. A paper presented at the Presentation of The Final Results of the Project "Building Capacity For Enhancing Bioenergy Sustainability Through The Use Of Global Bioenergy Partnership Indicators" – 5 November 2019 at Crown Plaza Hotel
30. Oduor N., E. Kitheka, N. Nyamai, J. Kimwemwe and K. Juma. (2019). Quality analysis of charcoal from various species of bamboo converted using improved carbonization technologies in Kenya. A paper presented at the IUFRO Congress 2019 in Curitiba, Brazil; 29th September – 5th October 2019
31. Oduor N. (2019). The Charcoal Regulations in Kenya: Implementation Experience. A paper presented at The Rethinking Sustainable Development from Northern Uganda International Conference held in Gulu, Uganda on 11 April 2019
32. Oduor N., E. Kitheka, N. Nyamai, J. Kimwemwe and K. Juma. (2018). Quality and emission analysis of charcoal from various species of wood converted using improved carbonization technologies in Kenya. A paper presented at the 2018 Scientific Foresters Conference of the Forest Society of Kenya held at KEFRI Kitui from 26th–28th September 2018
33. Oduor N., J. Musyoki, J. Maua, J. Wainaina, J. Mwanzia, G. Sigu, P. Ongugo, M. Muga, and M. Gitonga (2018). Status of Bamboo Development in Kenya. A paper presented at the 5th KEFRI Scientific Conference held at KEFRI Hqs; 17th–19th April 2018
34. Oduor, N., E. Kitheka, J. Kimondo, J. Kimwemwe, N. Hussein, and G. Omedo (2018). Improved Earth and Casamance kilns for enhanced efficiency and environmental conservation. A paper presented at the 5th KEFRI Scientific Conference held at KEFRI Hqs; 17th–19th April 2018
35. Oduor N. (2018). Bamboo an overlooked biomass. A poster presented at the International Workshop on Sustainable Rural Bioenergy Solutions held at ICRAF Nairobi on 19 January 2018
36. Oduor N. and H. Miyashita (2017). Variation of wood properties in Melia volkensii. A paper presented at the International Conference on the "Project on Development of Drought Tolerant Trees for Adaptation to Climate Change in Drylands of Kenya" held at KEFRI Hqs, Muguga from 13–16 February 2017
37. Oduor N. and E. Kitheka (2016). Salt-tolerant Tree Species: Potential Species for Reafforestation Programme in Turkana. A presentation at the utilization of groundwater for Agriculture, Pastoralism and Forestry: achieving Turkana’s potential held at KEFRI Turkana, Lodwar, Turkana County; 1st–4th August 2016
38. Oduor N., E. Kitheka and J. Onchieku (2016). Biomass Technology Overview in Counties. A presentation at The Biomass Agenda Forum: Practical Avenues for Seizing the Low Carbon Opportunity in Kenya held at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort; 21st–24th June 2016
39. Oduor N. and E. Kitheka (2016). Charcoal Conversion technologies: Options for emission reduction. A presentation at The Biomass Agenda Forum: Practical Avenues for Seizing the Low Carbon Opportunity in Kenya held at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort; 21st–24th June 2016
40. Gitehi Giathi, Emily Kitheka, Stephen Kiama, Mohamed Sheikh, Pauline Bala, Joseph Githiomi, Nellie Oduor, Mary Mwangi and Eliud Macharia (2016). Tree species composition and diversity in areas of high charcoal production in Kitui County: a case in Ikutha and Mwingi sub-Counties. A presentation at the National Conference on Sustainable Land Management held in Nakuru County; 1–4th June 2016
41. Oduor N. (2016). Charcoal industry in Kenya - Available Charcoal Production Technologies for sustainable management and production of charcoal. A paper presented at a sensitization workshop on sustainable charcoal production in Narok County; 4-5 May 2016
42. Oduor N. and J. Kimwemwe. (2015). Charcoaling of Prosopis. A paper presented at the 2nd National Prosopis Conference held at the Soi Safari Club, Baringo; 18th - 21st May 2015
43. Oduor N. (2015). Sustainable harvesting, preservation and processing bamboo. A paper presented at the training of Kenya Forest Society members on bamboo propagation, management and utilisation at KEFRI , Muguga 9th – 10th April 2015
44. Oduor N. And Miyashita H. (2015). Basic density of Melia volkensii from drylands in Kenya. A poster presented at the International Symposium on Wood Science and Technology; 15-17th March 2015, Tokyo, Japan
45. Oduor N., Maingi D., Githiomi J., Anapapa A., and Gachanja M. (2014). Sustainable biomass-energy development in Kenya. A poster presented at IUFRO 2014 World Congress; 5-11th October 2014, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
46. Oduor N. (2013). Production of innovative products from bamboo. A paper presented at the Bamboo value chain stakeholders forum at KEFRI , Muguga; 6 December 2013
47. Oduor N. and Githiomi, J.K. (2012). Feasibility of Charcoal Production from Commiphora and Terminalia orbicularis Species from Kenyan Woodland Resources. A poster presented at IUFRO-FORNESSA Congress; 23-29th June 2012 Nairobi
48. Oduor N. (2011). Eco-resource Product Development, Value Addition and Marketing. A paper presented at the 7th Participatory Natural Resources Management Course on 16th September 2011
49. Oduor N., J. Maua, S. Mogire, J. Kimwemwe and M. Lukibisi. (2011) Promoting commercial growing of Acacia xanthophloea and Acacia polyacantha for charcoal – Bondo case study. A paper presented at KEFRI Colloquium held at KEFRI Karura on 25th August 2011
50. Oduor N. (2010). Drying of sawn timber as value addition for further processing of wood. A paper presented at the sensitization workshop to sensitize SME saw millers to the Miti Mingi Maisha Bora program 29th November - 3rd December 2010
51. Oduor N. (2010). Entrepreneurship Development of Timber and Non-Timber Forest Products. A paper presented at the 2nd Regional Training Course on Mitigating Climate Change in Africa through social forestry from 18th October – 19th November 2010
52. Oduor N. (2010). Forest Products Development, Value Addition and Marketing. A paper presented at the 3rd Participatory Natural Resources Management Course on 21st May 2010
53. Oduor N. (2010). Research experiences in sustainable charcoal production, questions, outcomes and gaps. A Paper presented at a seminar on charcoal at World Agroforestry Centre 15th March 2010
54. Oduor N. (2010). Entrepreneurship Development of Timber and Non-Timber Forest Products. A paper presented at the 1st Regional Training Course on Mitigating Climate Change in Africa through social forestry from 8th February – 12th March 2010
55. Oduor N. (2009). The role of KEFRI in addressing Food Security and Environmental Conservation Issues. A paper presented at the 1st KEPAWAE Symposium held at KARI Mtwapa on 4th - 5th November 2009
56. Oduor N. and J. Githiomi. (2009). Forest energy for livelihoods. A paper presented at the 4th Forestry Society of Kenya Scientific Conference and AGM held at Izaac Walton Hotel Embu on 26th – 27th November 2009
57. Oduor N. and J. Githiomi. (2008).Wood Characteristics and properties of Cocos nucifera (the coconut tree) grown in Kwale District. A paper presented at the 4th Annual Moi University Conference, Eldoret 29th July – 1st August 2008
58. Oduor N. and J. Mbaabu (2007). Bamboo production and utilisation in Kenya. A paper presented at The Seminar on Sustainable Development of Bamboo and Rattan Sector for Developing Countries, Beijing, China from 24th October – 7th November 2007
59. Oduor N. (2006). Entrepreneurship development of timber and non-timber forest products. A paper presented at the 1st Special Ghana Counterpart Social Forestry Training Course in Kenya from 11th to 21st September 2006
60. Oduor N. (2006). Commercialisation of Non Wood Forest Products in Kenya. A paper presented at the 1st Kenya Forestry Society Scientific Conference and AGM. Held from 10th – 11th August 2006 at Hotel Waterbuck, Nakuru, Kenya
61. Oduor N.M. (2006). Wood fuel production, utilisation, marketing and conservation strategies in Social Forestry. A paper presented at a Regional Training course on enhancing adoption of Social Forestry in Africa. Held at KEFRI Headquarters, Muguga on 1st February 2006
62. Oduor N.M. and J. Githiomi (2004). Appropriate charcoal processing technologies in Kenya. A paper presented at an International Workshop on Dryland Agroforestry INRMU-Kenya held at Cottage Hotel, Mwingi from 29th November – 3rd December 2004
63. Oduor N.M. and J. Githiomi (2003). Utilisation potential of Prosopis juliflora grown in Kenya dryland areas. A paper presented at a National workshop on integrated management of Prosopis species held at Soi Safari Club, Baringo from 1st – 2nd October 2003
64. Oduor, N., J. Githiomi and B. Chikamai, (2002). Improved charcoal production techniques for low-value tree species in dryland areas. Paper presented at a Regional Seminar on Dryland Agroforestry in East Africa 20-23 May 2002, Mwingi, Kenya
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66. Oduor, N. and J. Githiomi, (2001). Wood preservation techniques used in Kitui, Kiambu, Vihiga and Ramogi Districts, Kenya. KEFRI Technical report
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69. Ndegwa N.M., Onchieku, J.M. and G.M. Muthike, (1996). Timber defects in Kenya - Causes and Prevalences. (A KEFRI Technical Report)
70. Ndegwa N.M., M. and M. Muga, (1996). A report on suitable species for peeler logs. (A KEFRI Technical Report)
71. Ndegwa N.M. and G.M. Muthike, (1995). The Status of the Furniture Industry in Kenya. (A KEFRI Technical Report)
72. Ndegwa N.M., (1994). Durability of chemically modified particleboard placed in three different types of soils of two moisture contents. Paper presented at the first Biennial Research and Extension Seminar of the Department of Wood Science and Technology, at Moi University, Eldoret. Held on the 29th September to 1st October 1994
73. Ndegwa N.M., (1993). Dimensional stability of particleboard and Pinus radiata treated with different resins. Paper presented at the 24th Forest Products Research Conference, at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Division of Forest Products, Melbourne, Australia. Held on 15th - 18th November 1993

Policy Briefs

1. Draft Bamboo policy