BIO
Dr. James Onchieku, an industrious, self-motivated, innovative and a person of high integrity, has been a Senior Lecturer and Chief Research Officer in Kisii University, School of Agricult ure and Natural Resources Management, Department of Natural Resources Management and Environmental Science. I have vast experience teaching and carrying out research in university as well as in national research institutions. To date, I have published over sixty (60) publications, thirty (30) in peer-reviewed scholarly journals and thirty (30) presented in international and national conferences, workshops and seminars, including one book. James has supervised and mentored many graduate and postgraduate students.
During my professional career, I have formulated multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional project proposals which have been funded by international and national development partners, including World Bank, European Commission and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Due to my leadership qualities enhanced by attending Strategic Leadership Program in Kenya Institute of Administration, I have been Coordinator of Kisii University Nairobi and Keroka campuses as well as a member of the Board of Undergraduate Students in Kisii University among others.
In the spirit of giving back to community and society in general, I am a member of professional organizations including Kenya Forestry Society, African Forests Forum (AFF), Member of the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network – Kenya Node, Member of Board of Directors, Roundtable for Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) based in Geneva, Switzerland, Chairman of the Board of local school in my community as well as Patron to Self-Help group in my community.

KEY SKILLS
• Excellent ability to formulate and develop innovative and high impact proposals for developing national bioeconomies and biodiversity conservation and restoration • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, including ability to network and collaborate at inter-disciplinary and inter-institutional level.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate and disseminate research outcomes to scientific and non-scientific target groups.
• Excellent teaching and facilitation skills at all levels in university and community level.
• Superior leadership skills

2.0    ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (D.Phil) – MOI UNIVERSITY, 2003 – 2007
1.    Graduated with Doctor of Philosophy (D.Phil) degree in Environmental Earth Sciences from the School of Environmental Studies, Moi University Thesis title: Quantification and Characterisation of Biomass Residues for the Formulation of Charcoal Briquettes for Household Use in Kenya
MASTER OF SCIENCE (MSc) – UNIVERSITY OF WALES, BANGOR, 1998 – 1999
2.    Graduated with Master of Science in Forest Industries Technology (Biocomposite Technology) from the College of Environmental Sciences and Engineering Thesis title: An Evaluation of Kenyan Plywood Using Mechanical Properties as an Engineering Material for Structural Use
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSc) – MOI UNIVERSITY, 1986 – 1989
3.    Graduated with Bachelor of Science in Wood Science and Technology from the Faculty of Forestry and Wildlife Management – Hons Degree, Second Upper
ADVANCED LEVEL (A-LEVEL) – HOMA BAY HIGH SCHOOL, 1983 – 1984
4.    Passed with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary in Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology
ORDINARY LEVEL (O-LEVEL) – HOMA BAY HIGH SCHOOL, 1979 – 1982
5.    Passed with First Division, fifteen (15)

3.0    EMPLOYMENT, WORK EXPERIENCE AND KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
2014 to Current: SENIOR LECTURER, Kisii University
Responsibilities
1.    Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students in Natural Resources Management and Environmental Science
2.    Supervisor - Doctorate and Masters Students
3.    Examiner - Doctorate and Masters Students
4.    Reviewer of Scientific Articles/Manuscripts
5.    Assessment - students in Industrial Attachment
6.    Developing research proposals and carrying out research
7.    Strengthening collaboration and partnership
8.    Administrative responsibilities – Coordinator, Nairobi and Keroka, Campuses
 CONVENER – Master of Science (MSc) degree in Environmental Sustainability
Programme. November 2024. Currently at Dean's Committee

List of postgraduate and undergraduate courses taught: 2014 to date
No.    Course code                                   Course name
Post graduate courses
1.    ENSC 907    Responsible Conduct in Research      2. LIMN 909 - Conservation Biology
3.    ENSC 902    Environmental Impact Assessment    4. NARE 809 - Conservation Management and Planning
5.    ENSC 804    Scientific Research Methodology    6. ENSC 805 - Ecosystems Structures and Functions
7.    DLG 807    Governance and Community Development    8. MFIS 815 - Advanced Water Quality Management
9.    NARE 864    Natural Resources Management    10. LIMN 820 - Research Methods
11.    MPPM 725    Environmental Impact Assessment    12. ENSC 702 - Environmental Management and Advocacy
 13.    EWM 810    Energy Conversion and Use    
Undergraduate courses
14.    ENSC 405    International Relations and Environment    15. NARE 446 - Forest Management
16.    NARE 450    Agroforestry    17. NARE 335 - Mineralogy
18    ENSC 310    Climatology    19. ENSC 308 - Environmental Forestry
20.    ENSC 300    Industrial Management and Environment    21. NARE 210 - Principles of Forestry
List of postgraduate (PhD & MSc) students supervised
No.    Student Name & Reg. No.    Thesis Title    Status
1.    George, Mokua Ogendi, DAN/50005/13    Effect of Anthropogenic Activities on Water Quality of Nyakomisaro-Riana and Nyanchwa—Riana Rivers Draining Kisii Municipality, South West Kenya    Graduated December 2016
2.    Omondi Argwings Owino MAN19/00003/18    Distribution, Abundance and Diversity of Phytoplankton in Lake Naivasha, Kenya    Graduated, December 2019
3.    Nyakiba, Phyllis Nyaboke, DAS/60176/15    Determinants Influencing the Sustainability of Community- Led Development in Amboseli Eco-system, Kajiado County, Kenya    Graduated December 2021
4.    Manyara James Meja Okinyi DAN 13/50081/17    Assessing the Status of Storm Water Management and its Impacts on the Environment and Fresh Water Sources in Kisii Municipality , Kisii    Graduated December 2022
5.    Jared Babu Miruka MAN14/500013/14    Assessment of Algal Community Structure and Microcystin Concentrations in Kisumu Bay, Lake Victoria, Kenya    Graduated December 2022
6.    Nyaundi, Joseph Kiyuka, DAN/50008/13    Pesticide Levels in Cultured and Waste Water Raised Fish, Fish Pond Effluents and Receiving Waters in Highly Populated Areas of South West Kenya    Graduated December 2023
7.    Muruka, Andrew Oduor DAN/50021/15    Biorisk Management – Predictive Value of Perceptions, Knowledge and Awareness on Developmental Stage of Laboratory Risks' Management in Kenyan Universities    To Graduate May 2024
8.    Emily, Aluoch Wafula    Bioremediation Efficiency of Biochar and spinacia oleracea (l. 1753) Biofilters in    Graduated December 2023 MAN19/00001/20    Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (ras) for oreochromis niloticus (linnaeus, 1758) at KMFRI Kegati    
9.    Nyambane Geofrey, MSc    Performance of Biochar Application on Crop Yields and Carbon Fixation in Soils    Concept, 2021
10.    Mageto Collins, MSc    Evaluating Impact of TLUD Cookstoves on Human Health and Climate Change Mitigation    Concept, 2021

List of Doctorate and Masters Theses Examined, 2014 - date
No.    Name & Reg. No    PhD / MSc Thesis Title
1.    George Owiti DAN16/00001/18    Ecosystem integrity and fish population dynamics of River Awach Kibuon towards management of Lake Victoria. PhD March 2023
2.    Teresa Aoko Anyango MEPM/6001/2017    Environmental effects of water as a natural resource based business; the case of non-revenue water in Kisumu city. MSc February 2023
3.    Abel Mokoro DAN/50022/15    Effectiveness of Climate Smart Agricultural Technologies on Dairy Production in Aldai Sub-County, Nandi County. PhD June 2021
4.    Mogaka Daniel Nyaberi DAN/50028/15    Delineation of Ground Water Potential Zones in Asals Using an Integrated Approach of Remote Sensing, GIS, Geophysical Techniques and Borehole Data: A Case Study from Turkana South Sub-County, Kenya. PhD. November, 2019
5.    Benjamin Sosi DAN/50027/15    Hydraulic characteristics of the Olbanita aquifer system in the lower Baringo basin of the Rift Valley Kenya: Implications on groundwater yields. PhD. October 2019
6.    Merceline Angima MAN19/00004/18    Effects of Anthropogenic Activities on Biodiversity of Macrophytes and Water Quality of Sironga and Kapkatet Wetlands. MSc, June 2021
7.    Mercy Chepkurui MAN25/00012/18    Effects of Water Spinach (Ipomea Aquatic) on Growth Performance and Fatty Acid Composition in Nile Tilapia (Orechromis Niloticus). June 2021, MSc
8.    Stephen Balaka Opiyo MAN19/50101/17    Integrated ecological integrity assessment based on water quality, phytoplankton diversity, trophic state indices and habitat quality in Lake Simbi, a deep alkaline-saline lake in Kenya. MSc. October 2019
9.    Ndegwa Mungai Daniel MAN25/50070/17    Modelling Impacts of Fishing on Trophic Interactions in Lake Victoria Using Ecotroph. MSc. November, 2019
10.    Enock Nyanchoka MAN25/50003/15    Ecosystem integrity indices and physico-chemical parameters in river Kuja, Kenya. MSc. October 2018
11.    Akunga G. Nyakweba MAN14/50003/13    Effect of pond type on physiochemical parameters, phytoplankton diversity and primary production in Kisii Kenya. MSc. October 2018

12.    Jomo S. Boston MAN14/50010/14    Spatial and temporal variation in diversity, distribution and abundance of macroinvertebrates in river Nyakomisaro, Kisii Kenya. MSc. June 2018
13.    Stella Atuti MPS15/700017/14    Effect of Staggared Plantin Dates and determination of Tolerant Maize Lines in Management of Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease in Kisii County, Kenya. MSc. June 2018
14.    Ronald Wekesa MPS15/50012/14    Effect Analysis of Factors Influencing Adoption of Improved Rabbit Production Technologies: A Case of Nyamira County, Kenya. MSc. November 2014
List of Scientific Articles/Manuscripts Reviewed, 2014 - Date
No.    Journal    Research Article ID and Title    Status
1.    Southern Forests: a Journal of Forest Science    TSFS-2024-0067. Potential for production and use of liquid biofuels as a strategy for developing green and circular economies in southern Africa    Reviewed
January 2025
            
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF – April 2021
• Appointed Editor-in-Chief of the Kisii University African Journal of Agriculture and Utilization of Natural Resources for Sustainable Development.
Achievements
– Website design and graphics customized, user accounts created, journal configuration complete and website platform ready
– Released - Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): African Journal of Agriculture and Utilization of Natural Resources for Sustainable Development (AJAUSUD)
DIRECTOR/COORDINATOR – April 2014 - 2016 o Nairobi and Keroka campuses
Key responsibilities
 Administrative functions of the campus including effective and efficient use of resources, staff work performance, awareness creation of university policies and regulations, interpersonal linkage to students through their leaders
 Academic functions including ensuring compliance to CUE guidelines and regulations,
continuous monitoring of teaching through Postgraduate and Undergraduate coordinators Achievements – The number of students increased from 550 to 980 within one year; Physical facilities of Nairobi campus improved to the CUE standards; Postgraduate student enrolment increased

LIST OF CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS ATTENDED – 2014 to date
Date    Conference/Workshop/Seminar and Venue
10th – 12th December 2024, Geneva, Switzerland    RSB Annual Conference 2024. Sustainable Finance: Accelerating Finance for Good. Global Centre for Science and Innovation (CERN) Science Gateway, Geneva, Switzerland
23rd – 24th October 2024, Nairobi, Kenya    Global Bioeconomy Summit: Theme – “One Planet: Sustainable Bioeconomy Solutions for Global Challenges”. Organised by International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE) in collaboration with the East African Science and Technology Commission, the Stockholm Environment Institute, the International Advisory Council on Global Bioeconomy (IACGB)
25th - 28th April 2024. Malaga, Spain    Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) – Annual General Meeting and Assembly of Delegates 2024
14th – 16th November 2023. Geneva,    Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) - Formal Assembly of Delegates 2023 Switzerland    
25th – 27th October 2023. Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya    Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) Event: Fostering Partnerships for a Sustainable Bioeconomy in East Africa.2023 24th – 28th July 2023
Arusha, Tanzania    Regional training workshop on forest planning and forest management in different forest types in Eastern and Southern Africa. Strengthening management and use of forest ecosystems for sustainable development in Africa. Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) supported Project through the African Forest Forum.
9th – 12th July 2023 Geneva, Switzerland    The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) Meeting of the RSB Board of Directors. International Environment House 2.
22nd – 24th March 2023. Copenhagen, Denmark.    RSB Ports Meeting. Power-to-X technologies, RSB Book and Claim Programme, RSB Sustainable Marine Fuel Platform and RSB Sustainable Airports Platform, and RSB Board of Directors' Meeting.
18th – 24th December 2022    Kenya Climate Smart Agriculture Programme (KCSAP) Workshop for Classification of TIMPS into Climate Smartness. Organized by KALRO at KALRO Dairy Research Institute, Naivasha.
21 November – 2 December 2022    African Forests Forum (AFF) Online Regional Workshop: Community of Practice on REDD+ and best practices integrating forests and tree-based on mitigation and adaptation in response to  climate change in Africa.
28th March – 1st April 2022    Regional Workshop on Sharing Information and Experiences on Challenges and Opportunities in Forest Management for Sustainable Development in Africa in the Context of Climate Change Organized by the African Forest Forum (AFF) in Mombasa, Kenya
5th – 6th October 2021    Virtual Training on Application of the Policy Practice Index in ASARECA Member States
17th to 21st May 2021 at Naivasha, Sawela lodges.    INNOVATION AND COMMERCIALIZATION WORKSHOP organised by Kenya National Innovation Agency.
17th – 19th June 2020, Maseno, Kisumu county.    Inception Workshop to launch Kisii university, Kenya Forestry Research Institute and Egerton university Sustainable Bioenergy Value Chain Project. Validation and promotion of charcoal and charcoal briquette production and utilization technologies for livelihood improvement and environmental health
KALRO Naivasha, Kenya on 20th to 24th January 2020    World Bank/KALRO WORKSHOP. LAUNCH the Kenya Climate Smart Agriculture Productivity Project (KCSAP) COLLABORATIVE ADAPTIVE PROJECTS.
November 13 – 14, 2019, Kisii university    Kisii University Agritech Exhibition & Conference. Agriculture Technology 2019. Promoting Agricultural Technology and Value Chain Linkages for Sustainable Livelihoods.
August 5-7, 2019. Kisumu, Kenya    International Symposium, GLOW9. Emerging frontiers for African Great Lakes. Promoting blue economy, food security, and conservation
April 24th 2018, Kisii university    The International Symposium and Workshop on Water Quality and Algal Toxicity Organised by Kisii University, Bowling Green State University and Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute.
1st – 3rd March 2018, Nairobi, Kenya    Workshop on Sustainable Biogas/Biofuel Production. Organised by the UK Science and Innovation Network and the Royal Society
25th of January 2017 Nairobi, Kenya.    EWIT: Developing an e-waste implementation toolkit to support the recycling and the secondary raw material recovery strategies in metropolitan areas in Africa EWIT Pan-African conference. Funded by European Union
Oct 30 – Nov 2, 2018. Kenya School of Monetary Studies, Nairobi, Kenya    Commission for University Education. 2nd Biennial Conference on the State of Higher Education in Kenya. Conference Theme: Positioning Universities as the Nexus of Research, Innovation and Technology Transfer for Socio-economic Transformation.
Kenya School of monetary Studies, Nairobi. 6th June 2014    National Construction Authority Workshop. Formulation and development of National Research Agenda on construction industry in Kenya.
21st February 2017, Kisumu    Environmental Research and Scientific Conference. “Harnessing science and research for improved collaborative management of trans-boundary resources in the Lake Victoria Basin. Organised by EAC's Lake Victoria Basin Commission.
28th – 29th November,    EWIT: E-Waste Implementation Toolkit Dissemination Workshop.1st – 2nd December 2016, Kisii, Kenya    
October 2014, Nairobi, Kenya    World Future Council (2014). The 3rd Inter-Parliamentary Regional Hearing on Exemplary Forest Policies in Africa. World Future Council Foundation, Hamburg.

LIST OF CONFERENCE AND WORKSHOP PAPERS – 2014 to date
1.    Onchieku James M., Miftah F. Kedir and Scholastica J. Ntalikwa (2022). Production and use of liquid biofuels in the context of developing green and circular economies in eastern Africa. Paper Presented during the Regional Workshop on Sharing Information and Experiences on Challenges and Opportunities in Forest Management for Sustainable Development in Africa in the Context of Climate Change Organized by the African Forest Forum (AFF) in Mombasa, Kenya. 28th March – 1st April 2022.
2.    Onchieku, J.M., Daudi Nyaanga, Joseph Githiomi, Nellie Oduor, Francis Wegulo, Oscar Ingasi, Emily Kitheka, Peter Ogutu, Gladys Onyancha, Collins Mageto and Geoffrey Nyambane (2020). Proceedings of Inception Workshop and Consultative Stakeholders' Workshops on Sustainable Bioenergy Value Chain Component of the Kenya Climate Smart Agriculture Project (KCSAP). Kisii University, KEFRI and Egerton University, June 2020.
3.    Inception and Stakeholders' Consultative Workshops, June 2020.
4.    Onchieku James M., Geoffrey Nyambane and Collins Mageto (2020). Adaptive research methodology for production and utilization of biochar for soil amendment. Paper presented during an inception workshop on Validation and promotion of sustainable charcoal and briquette production and utilization technologies for improved livelihoods, held in KEFRI Maseno Regional Centre. 17th – 19th June 2020.
5.    Gladys Onyancha and James Onchieku (2020). Adaptive research methodologies: the case of sustainable bioenergy. Paper presented during an inception workshop on Validation and promotion of sustainable charcoal and briquette production and utilization technologies for improved livelihoods, held in KEFRI Maseno Regional Centre. 17th – 19th June 2020
6.    Onchieku, J.M. and A. Mayaka (2019). An evaluation of quality and quantity of agricultural residues available for gasification technology in Kenya. Paper presented during KISII UNIVERSITY AGRITECH: EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE. AGRICULTURE TECHNOLOGY, 2019 at Kisii University 13th – 14th November 2019
7.    Onchieku, J., J. Akama, A. Getabu, V. Onderi, L. Agasa and T. Ntabo (Eds), 2017. E-Waste Management Systems. Proceedings of E-Waste Management Systems. Pan-African Conference. Mash Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. January 2017.
8.    Onchieku, J. (2017). Workshop Overview In E-Waste Management Systems. Proceedings of E-Waste Management Systems Pan-African Conference. Mash Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. January 2017.
9.    Onchieku, J. M., A. Getabu and J. S. Akama (2017). An Overview of E-Waste Production and Management Practices In E-Waste Management Systems. Proceedings of E-Waste Management Systems Pan-African Conference. Mash Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. January 2017.
10.    Onchieku, J. And V. Onderi (2017). Electrical and electronic waste (E-Waste) in Kenya: Current scenario, challenges and opportunities In E-Waste Management Systems. Proceedings of E-Waste Management Systems Pan-African Conference. Mash Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. January 2017

LIST OF CONSULTANCIES, RESEARCH GRANTS AND INNOVATIONS – 2014 to date
Period    Title    Sponsor    Responsibility
April 2022    Consultancy: Developing Green and Circular Economies in Eastern African Countries through Liquid Biofuels: Cases of Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania    African
Forests
Forum    Kenyan Project Counterpart
January 2019 – December 2021    Sustainable Bioenergy Value Chain Project.
Validation and promotion of charcoal and charcoal briquette production and utilization technologies for livelihood improvement of rural communities. Adaptive research for poverty reduction, increasing agricultural productivity and enhancing resilience of vulnerable communities to climate change    World
Bank/ KALRO    Principal Investigator
November 2017    Biogas Resource Assessment, Purification and Packaging for Commercial Household Cooking Project. Kisii University    NACOSTI    Investigator
April 2016    EWIT: Developing an e-waste implementation toolkit to support the recycling and the secondary raw material recovery strategies in metropolitan areas in Africa    European
Commission Coordinator
June 2016    Piloting Commercial Production of Charcoal Briquettes using Low Cost Innovative Technology in South Western Kenya for Household Application    Kisii University Research Grant Coordinator
August 1989 to August 2014: Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI)

Career progression
1.    2012 – 2013: Appointed Chief Research Officer
2.    2009 to 2011: Appointed Principal Research Officer
3.    2004 – 2008: Appointed Senior Research Officer
4.    1998 – 2003: Appointed Research Officer I
5.    1993 – 1997: Appointed Research Officer II
6.    1989 – 1992: Appointed Assistant Research Officer

Publications – 16 peer-reviewed, 17 conference and workshop papers
Attended – 26 International/Regional/National conferences

LIST OF CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS ATTENDED – 1989 to 2013
Date & Venue    Conference/Workshop/Seminar
10th September – 12 October 2012, Edinburgh, UK    Professional Fellowship on Bioenergy and Climate Change. University of Edinburgh, Institute for Energy Systems, United Kingdom. Commonwealth Scholarships Commission
Sao Paulo, Brazil; Brussels, Belgium; Geneva, Switzerland.
2013 – 2014    As Director, Roundtable for Sustainable Biofuels (RSB). Attended meetings in Europe
16th – 27th September 2013    United Nations Conference on Climate Change and Desertification (UNCCCD). Conference of Parties (COP11)
Peoples' Republic of China, 1st – 20th September 2011    Training Workshop, “Biomass Gasification Principles and Application”. Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) Liaoning Institute of Energy Resources
14-15 February 2011 Bern-Zurich, Switzerland    Workshop on, “Scaling Up the Impacts of the Sustainability Standards Movement”. Invitation to Discuss a Transformational Strategy
2 June 2010 - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil    Roundtable for Sustainable Biofuels (RSB) Workshop on, “Biofuels and Indirect Impacts.
29-30 June 2011.    European Bioenergy Conference. Brussels Belgium
Makerere University, Uganda. 

June 20th – 24th June 2011    Stove Camp on Micro-Gasifiers for Household Use and Biochar Production for Soil Amendment, Centre for Research on Energy and Energy Conservation, (CREEC)
Switzerland.    May    Seminar, Roundtable on Sustainable Biofuels (RSB) Laussanne,
2010    Switzerland Organised by KOICA. 

Nov. 2010    Workshop on, “Low Carbon, Green Growth Training Programme in Korea.
2nd – 6th November 2009, Nairobi – Kenya    Capacity Building for Media Educators on Reporting Agricultural Biotechnology and Biofuels in East Africa.
October 2008, KICC, Nairobi.    Kenya National Energy Conference. Powering The Vision. 7th – 9th October 2008. Organised by MoE, KenGen, KPLC, KPC and NOCK.
6th – 9th October 2008. KEFRI HQs    4th KEFRI Scientific Conference. Forestry research for environmental conservation, improved livelihoods and economic development. KEFRI National Stakeholders Consultative
KEFRI HQs. 

June 2008    Workshop on Biofuels Strategy. 5th – 6th June 2008.
June 2008. Forestry Society of Kenya.    Workshop on, “Jatropha in Africa: Fighting Desertification and Creating Wealth.
NMK on 3rd June 2008    Workshop, Jatropha as an emerging bio-diesel plant of commercial importance in Kenya: Current status, challenges and opportunities.
March 2008. KEFRI Hqs, Nairobi.    Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Seminar. 25th – 26th March 2008. KEFRI HQs Nairobi.
November 2007    Bamboo Technology Stakeholder's Workshop, 13th November 2007. Organised by KEFRI, UNIDO, INBAR and CFC.
June 2007, Nairobi, Kenya    Workshop on Biofuels and Jatropha Potential in the Drylands. Kenya Forest Service, Ministry of Energy and World Bank
6-8th    June    2007,
Nairobi, Kenya    1st National Conference on Participatory Forest Management (PFM) in Kenya. KEFRI, KFS, FAN, KFWG, KWS and Nature Kenya
6th-9th November 2006, KEFRI HQs    3rd KEFRI Scientific Conference on, “Forestry Research in Environmental Conservation, Improved Livelihoods and Economic Development”
April 2006, Kisumu, Kenya    Workshop on, “Lake Victoria Environmental and Management Programme” (LVEMP)”
23rd April - May 2007, Nairobi    “Strategic Leadership Development Program”. Kenya Institute of Administration. Sponsored by Directorate of Personnel Management (DPM)
April 2006 ICRAF    “Policy Analysis on Energy and Development”. Organised by Science and Technology Policy Analysis of African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS)
February 2006, Meru, Kenya    Appropriate Sawmilling Techniques Using Chain-Saw”. Course for Sawyers organised by ICRAF and HYDRA (UK).
Aug 2001, China    International Workshop on “Bamboo Handicraft Techniques, Tools and Small Machines”. Sponsored by the INBAR and the Republic of China.
Arusha, Tanzania.
Sept 2000    International workshop on “Development of natural polymers for composite production in East Africa. Sponsored by UNIDO
30th June – 5th July 2002, Meru, Kenya    Consultancy on “Participatory On-Farm Tree Inventory and Tree Product Valuation”. Farmers' training workshop held at Meru. Sponsored by Forest Action Network (FAN).
Sept 2002, Meru, Kenya    Consultancy in a “Mobile Sawmillers' Training on Tree Recovery and Skills Improvement” held at Meru district , Kenya. Sponsored by FAN.
May 1998, KEFRI    Conference on, “Social Forestry and Tree Planting Technology in Semi-Arid Lands”. Organised by JICA and KEFRI,
    
LIST OF RESEARCH GRANTS AND INNOVATIONS – 1989 to 2013
1.    Piloting commercial production and efficient use of briquettes for rural households in the sugarbelt region of Kenya. Funded by Finnish Government through Energy and Environment Partnership, EEP-S&EA (2012-2013)
2.    System-Based Land Emissions Estimation in Kenya (SLEEK). Elementaita Country Lodge, Kenya. July 22nd – 26th 2013. Funded by Australian Government
3.    “An Integrated Biomass Gasification Technology for Production of Electric Power and Charcoal for Rural Households in Kenya”. Collaborative project between KEFRI, MOE and
ENERGEN Co. funded by Finnish Government through EEP-S&EA (2010-2012)
4.    Demonstrating potential of adoption of Micro-Gasifiers using Wood Gas for as efficient and clean cookstoves for household environment in rural communities in Kenya for poverty reduction and climate change mitigation. Collaborative project between Ministry of Energy, KEFRI and KFS through UNDP funding (2011 – 2012)
5.    Value chain analysis of wood and non-wood resources within Arid and Semi-Arid Lands in Kenya. Paper presented to Resource Managers in Kenya. KEFRI-NALEP project. October 2009
6.    Consultancy: Kenya-GTZ Baseline survey on Oilseed crops for biofuels and in particular Jatropha, Croton and Castor to evaluate best agronomic and silvicultural practices and appropriate processing and marketing models. Oct. 2008
7.    Thesis on “Quantification and Characterisation of Biomass Residues for the Formulation of Charcoal Briquettes in Kenya”. Oct. 2007
8.    Reviewed, Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) Strategic Plan 2007 – 2012, September 2007
9.    Reviewed, Draft Strategy for the Development of Biodiesel Industry in Kenya. National Steering Committee, Ministry of Energy, September 2007
10.    Project Leader on, “Demonstrating and Training on the Potential of Bamboo for the Production of Products”. UNIDO. June 2005 – July 2006
11.    Consultancy: “Establishment of Tree Nurseries for Promotion of Afforestation & Environmental Conservation within Naivasha Maximum Prison & its Environs” Nov. 2005
12.    Consultancy: “Assessment of Sawn Timber Yields (Recovery Rates) of Grevillea robusta from farmlands” in Meru, Kenya. Sponsored by ICRAF/FAO. June 2002
13.    Training of Trainers course (TOT). Organised by JICA and KEFRI. May 1997
14.    Training: “Quality Control and International Competitiveness in a Liberalised Economy”. Organised by Ministry of Trade and Industry. 1996 August
15.    Project: “Efficient Utilization of Plantation Grown Timbers for Structural Use”. TRADA and BRE (UK). May 1995
16.    Training course on, “Efficient Utilization of Plantation Grown Timbers for Structural Use”. TRADA and BRE (UK). May 1995
17.    Project Counterpart in “Efficient Utilisation of Plantation Grown Kenyan Timbers for Structural Use”. Sponsored by DFID, UK. April 1994
18.    Consultancy on, Wood Properties of Eucalyptus saligna as an Electric Power transmission Pole”. Sponsored by East African Tannin and Extracts Company (EATEC), Eldoret. Feb 1993
19.    Training Course in, Wood Based Materials Application Technology”. Nagoya, Japan. Aug 1991
20.    National Industrial Training course on, “Status of Sawmilling, Furniture and Joinery industries, non-wood forest industries (Tannin, Resin, Adhesive industries), Pulp and Paper producing industries in Kenya”. Aug 1989
21.    National Timber Grading survey on, “Kenya's Major Commercial Species for the Development of Kenya's Grading Rules for Structural Timber”. Sept 1990

MEMBERSHIP TO PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
 African Forest Forum (AFF)
 Director, Roundtable for Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) based in Geneva, Switzerland o Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network. Kenyan Code o Taskforce on, “Strategy for development of biodiesel in Kenya”, “Biofuels policy analysis and development for Kenya” and National Biofuels Committee” o Technical Committee on Appropriate Bioenergy Technology, Kenya Bureau of Standards
RESPONSIBILITIES
 Coordinator, Nairobi and Keroka Campuses, Kisii University.
 Member of Board, UnderGraduate Programmes, Kisii University  Chief Research Officer/ Deputy Director, Kenya Forestry Research Institute  Chair, Appropriate Technology Technical Team, Kenya Bureau of Standards  Technical Committee member, “Wood Poles and Wood Products”. Kenya Bureau of Standards”
 Technical Committee member, “Inter-ministerial Timber Grading, Training and Promotion” course for Kenyan Wood industry, Engineering companies and Government institutions
 Co-ordinator, Kenya Bioenergy & Climate Change Research Team, KEFRI

5 PUBLICATIONS AND, CONFERENCE AND WORKSHOP PAPERS
5.1 PUBLICATIONS (PEER-REVIEWED)
1.    Miftah F. Kedir, James M. Onchieku, Scolastica J. Ntalikwa, and Doris Mutta (2024). Current Status and Future Potential of Liquid Biofuel Production for Green and Circular Economies in Eastern Africa: A Case Study of Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania Current Status and Future Potential of Liquid Biofuel Production for Green and Circular Economies in Eastern Africa: A Case Study of Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania. Journal of the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO. 2958-7999, Vol. 5 (1) December 2024. https://doi.org/10.62049/jkncu.v5i1.179
2.    Miftah F. Kedir, Onchieku M. James, Scolastica,J. Ntalikwa and Doris,Mutta (2024). Challenges of Liquid Biofuel Policies and Institutions in Eastern Africa Countries of Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania. African Journal of Agriculture and Utilization of Natural Resources for Sustainable Development (AJAUSUD). November, 2024. ISSN 2313-1306. Available Online at www.ajausud.apiiis.com
3.    Wafula Aluoch Emily, Gichana Zipporah, Onchieku James, Orina Paul, Nyakeya Kobingi and Musa Safina (2023). Biochar-Based Biofilter Media Improves Water Quality in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems. Journal of Crops, Livestock and Pests Management 1(1). October 23 2023.
4.    Wafula Aluoch Emily, Gichana Zipporah, Onchieku James, Chepkirui Mercy and Orina Sagwe Paul (2023). Opportunities and Challenges of Alternative Local Biofilter Media in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems. Journal of Aquatic and Terrestrial Ecosystems 1(1). August 23 2023.
5.    Kobingi Nyakeya, Frank O. Masese, Zipporah Gichana, Jane M. Nyamora, Albert Getabu, James Onchieku, Cyprian Odoli and Robert Nyakwama (2022). Cage farming in the environmental mix of Lake Victoria: An analysis of its status, potential environmental and ecological effects, and a call for sustainability. Aquatic Ecosystem Health & Management (February, 2023) 25 (4): 37–52. https://doi.org/10.14321/aehm.025.04.37
6.    Kedir, M.K., Onchieku, M.J., Ntalikwa J.S., Mutta D. (2022) Developing circular economy in Eastern Africa through liquid biofuels: cases of Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania. AFF Working Paper. African Forest Forum, Nairobi. VOLUME 5 ISSUE 6.
7.    Muruka, Andrew Oduor, Onchieku, James, Getabu, Albert, Ogendi, George, Aluoch, Austin Ochieng' (2022). Can Knowledge on Biological Risks Improve Biorisk Management Level of University Bioscience Laboratories? Global Scientific Journals: Volume 10, Issue 9, September 2022. ISSN 2320-9186
8.    Muruka, Andrew Oduor, Getabu, Albert, Onchieku, James, Ogendi, George, Aluoch, Austin Ochieng' (2022). The Predictive Value of Biorisk Perception on Biorisk Management Level of University Bioscience Laboratories in Kenya. African Journal of Agriculture and Utilisation of Natural Resources for Sustainable Development April, 2022 ISSN 2313-1306
9.    Jared Babu Miruka, Albert Getabu, Lewis Sitoki, Onchieku James, Job Mwamburi, Ogendi George, Nyamweya Chrisphine and| Cyprian Odoli (2021). Water quality, phytoplankton composition and microcystin concentrations in Kisumu Bay (Kenya) of Lake Victoria after a prolonged water hyacinth infestation period. Lakes & Reserv. 2021;26:e12380. wileyonlinelibrary.com/journal/lre.. Received: 8 July 2020. Revised: 28 July 2021. Accepted: 11 September 2021. https://doi.org/10.1111/lre.12380.
10.    James Okinyi Manyara Meja, Getabu Albert, Onchieku James, Ogendi George, Okwadha George (2021). Assessing the Appropriate Stormwater Management System for Kisii Municipality, Kisii County, Kenya. International Journal of Social Sciences and Management Review Volume: 04, Issue: 05 “September - October 2021” ISSN 2582¬0176.
11.    James Okinyi Manyara Meja, Getabu Albert, Onchieku James, Ogendi George, Okwadha George (2021). Storm Water Drainage Systems' Effectiveness and Adequacy in Managing Storm Water Discharge in Kisii Municipality, Kenya. International Journal of Sciences: Basic and Applied Research (IJSBAR) (2021) Volume 60, No 2, pp 73-86
12.    Nyakiba, P. N; Onchieku, J & Vundi, N. (2020). The Influence of Community Tourism Empowerment on Sustainable Development in Amboseli Ecosystem in Kajiado, Kenya. Journal of Popular Education in Africa. 4(10), 53 – 70.
13.    Nyakiba, P. N; Onchieku, J & Vundi, N. (2020). The effect of community participation in tourism towards sustainable development in Amboseli ecosystem in Kajiado, Kenya Nason. International Journal of Economics, Business and Management Research Vol. 4, No. 11; 2020 ISSN: 2456-7760.
14.    Okode M.O., Olorunnisola A.O., Aremu A. K., Onchieku J.M. (2020). Socio-Economic and Environmental Impacts of Charcoal Production in South Gem Sub-County, Siaya County, Kenya , EPH - International Journal of Agriculture and Environmental Research (ISSN: 2208-2158): Vol. 6 No. 6 (2020): EPH - International Journal of Agriculture and Environmental Research (ISSN: 2208-2158)
15.    Onchieku, J.M., E. Kenya, T. Cheptoo, F. Khamis and R. Oduor (2020). Evaluation of Quality Characteristics of Biodiesel Produced From Jatropha Curcas in Kenya. THE
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLEDGE ISSN 2321 – 919X. Vol 8 Issue 5 DOI No.: 10.24940/theijst/2020/v8/i5/ST2005-011 May, 2020
16.    Nyaundi, Joseph, Getabu, Albert, Mwamburi, Job, Onchieku, James, Kinaro, Zachary, Ogendi, George, Babu, Jared, Gichuru, Nicholas (2020). Organochlorine contaminants in Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus, (Linnaeus 1758) in densely populated areas of South-Western Kenya. Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering. B9 (2020) 153-161 doi:10.17265/2162-5263/2020.04.004
17.    Argwings Owino Omondi, Steve Opiyo Balaka, George Ogendi Mokua, James Onchieku and Steve Oduor Omondi (2020). A review of the changes in phytoplankton community structure and ecology in Lake Naivasha, Kenya. Journal of Ecology and The Natural Environment. 2020 ISSN 2006-9847.DOI: 10.5897/JENE
18.    Nyaundi, J.K., Getabu, A.M., Kengara, F., Onchieku, J., Njiru, M., Kinaro, Z.O., Babu, J. M., Sitoki, L.M., Nyamweya, C., Osoro, E.M (2019). Assessment of organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) contamination in relation to physico-chemical parameters in the Upper River Kuja Catchment, Kenya (East Africa). IJFAS, International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies 2019; 7(1): 172-179. http://www.fisheriesjournal.com/
19.    Argwings Owino Omondi, George Mokua Ogendi, James Onchieku, Steve Oduor Omondi and Reuben Omondi (2019). Spatial variation in the physico-chemical properties of Lake Naivasha, Kenya. Journal of Ecology and The Natural Environment. 2019 ISSN: 2006-9847. DOI: 10.5897/JENE
20.    Babu, J.M., Onchieku J.M, Getabu, A.M. Sitoki, L.M., Ogendi, G. M.,Nyaundi J.K., Boston S, Njiru, J.M. (2019). Phytoplankton diversity and Cyanobacteria abundance in Nyanza Gulf, Lake Victoria, with implications on human health. Aquatic Ecosystem Health & Management. IJFAS, International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies 2019; Volume 7(2): 188-194.
21.    J. Nyaundi, A. Getabu, J. Onchieku, Z. Kinaro, S. Bassa, C. Nyamweya, Hilda N, Z. Getenga (2019). Occurrence and distribution of Organochlorine Pesticide Residues in Water and Sediments of Earthen Fish Ponds in South Western Kenya. Uganda Journal of Agricultural Sciences. ISSN: 1026-0919; 2410-6909. Volume 19 Number 2 (2019) pp. 47 – 60 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ujas.v19i2.5
22.    James M. Onchieku (2018). Cost Benefit Analysis of Making Charcoal BriquettesUsing Screw Press Machine Locally Designed and Fabricated. International Advanced research Journal in Science, Engineering and Technology.Vol 5. Issue 6. June 2018
23.    James M. Onchieku, David Newman and Miyuki Iliyama. Jatropha, Reality Check (2017). Lambert Academic Publishers (2017).
24.    James M. Onchieku, Godfrey A. Odeny, Mercy Gichora (2016). Evaluation of Efficacy of Tanalith e3443 as Wood Preservation against termites and Fungi in Kenya. African Journal for Agricultural and Utilization of Natural Resources for Sustainable Development, Volume 1(1): 1-15, August, 2016
25.    Ogendi G. M., A. M. Getabu, J. M. Onchieku and J.M. Babu (June 2015). An Assessment of the microbial load of Nyanchwa-Riana and Nyakomisaro-Riana Rivers, Kisii, Kenya. International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies 2015; 2(6):182-192
26.    Ogendi G. M., A. M., Getabu, J. M. Onchieku and J.M. Babu (2015). An Assessment of Some Physical, Chemical and Biological Characteristics of Nyanchwa – Riana River Flowing through Kisii Town in South West Kenya. International Journal of Applied Science and Technology Vol. 5, No. 2; April 2015
27.    James M. Onchieku, Tracey Cheptoo, Eucharia Kenya, Fathiya Khamis and Richard O. Oduor (2015). Evaluation of Quantity and Quality Characteristics of Biodiesel Produced from Jatropha curcas in Kenya. African Journal for Agricultural and Utilization of Natural Resources for Sustainable Development 1(1): 46-59, January, 2015
28.    Onchieku, J.M., B.N. Chikamai and M.S. Rao (2013). Development of Mathematical Models for Estimation of the Quantity of Biomass Residues. International Journal of Applied Sciences and Technology. Vol. 3 No. 2; February 2013
29.    Onchieku, J.M., B.N. Chikamai and M.S. Rao (2012). Optimum Parameters for the Formulation of Charcoal Briquettes using Bagasse and Clay as Binder. European Journal of Sustainable Development (2012), 1, 3, 477-492
30.    Onchieku, J.M., Githiomi, J., Oballa, P., and E. Chagalla-Odera (2012). Effect of spiral grain occurrence on strength properties of Pinus patula grown in Kenya. International Journal of Applied Sciences and Technology (2012), Vol. 2, No. 8
31.    Miyuki Iiyama, David Newman, Cristel Munster, Meshack Nyabenge, Violet Moraa, James Onchieku, Ramni Jamnadass (2010). Economics of Bioenergy from Jatrophacurcas: Promises, Opportunities and Constraints in Kenyan Context, 2010. Development
in Practice Journal. Published by Routledge. Oct. 2010
32.    Miyuki Iiyama, David Newman, Cristel Munster, Meshack Nyabenge, Violet Moraa, James Onchieku, Jeremias Gasper Mowo, Ramni Jamnadass, Steven Franzel (2010). Bottlenecks for Jatropha Bioenergy Value Chain Development in Kenya. Development in Practice Journal. Published by Routledge. Oct. 2010
33.    Miyuki Iiyama and James Onchieku (2010). Reality check for 'miracle' biofuel crop. Science in Development Journal, SciDev.Net on October 27, 2010
34.    Jatropha Reality Check. A field assessment of the agronomic and economic viability of Jatropha and other oilseed crops in Kenya (2009).
35.    Onchieku J.M. and J. Githiomi (2007). Wood properties of Kenya's Dryland Timber Species of Commercial Importance. Submitted to JEARNAM for publication, 2007
36.    Nellie M. Oduor and Joseph Githiomi Eds (2007). Study on feasibility of charcoal production from Commiphora species and Terminalia orbicularis. Chapter 4: Energy and woodworking characteristics -James Onchieku, Joseph Githiomi and Nellie Oduor, Kenya Forestry Research Institute. Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), The Kingdom of Belgium - Belgium Technical Cooperation Kenya Forest Service (KFS)
37.    Onchieku, J.M. (2006). Quantification and Characterisation of Biomass Residues for the Formulation of Charcoal Briquettes for Household Use in Kenya (D. Phil Thesis)
38.    Muthike, G., J. Githiomi and J. Onchieku (2006). SAWING GUIDELINES for Small- Scale Timber Processing. Specifically Developed for Chain Saw, Mobile Saw Bench and Pit Saw Operators in Kenya. Kenya Forestry Research Institute. Forest Products Research Centre – Karura. October 2006
39.    Chikamai, B.N., J. Githiomi and J. Onchieku (2005). Strength groups of Kenyan grown major commercial timbers. Kenya Forestry Research Institute. Forest Products Research Centre – Karura. Timber Information Bulletin No. 1. June 2005
40.    Chikamai, B.N., J.K. Githiomi and J.M. Onchieku (2001). Strength properties and strength groups of major commercial timbers grown in Kenya. African Academy of sciences. Discovery and Innovation, 2001; 13(3/4)
41.    Onchieku, J.M. (2000). To Test Compliance of Various Plywood (Kenyan and European) to European Standards (M.Sc. Dissertation)
42.    Chikamai, B.N. and J.M. Onchieku (2000). Comparative Survey on the suitability of Timber Grading Codes and Sawmill Category on Softwood Structural Timber. African Academy of Sciences. Discovery and Innovation, 2000

6.1    CONFERENCE AND WORKSHOP PAPERS
6.1.1    INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL
1.    James M. Onchieku, James Makini, Norman Wachira and Charles Njoroge (2023). Bioenergy and Climate Change: Its Strategic Repositioning in Driving Climate Change Mitigation. Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) Event: Fostering Partnerships for a Sustainable Bioeconomy in East Africa. 25th – 27th October 2023. Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya
2.    Nyakeya, K., Nyamora, J., Ogendi, J., Getabu, A., Omondi, R., Onchieku, J. and Ondiba, R. (2019). Drivers-Pressure-State-Impact-Response (DPSIR) model as an alternative management tool for lake Baringo. GLOW9. Emerging frontiers for African Great Lakes. Promoting blue economy, food security, and conservation. August 5-7, 2019. Kisumu, Kenya
3.    Nyaundi, J.K., Njiru, J.M., Kengara, F., Getabu, A.M., Onchieku, J., Babu, J.M., Sitoki, L.M., Kinaro, Z.O., and Hilda, N., (2016). ‘Concentrations and human health risk assessment of organochlorine pesticides residues in water and fish in the Nyanza Gulf, Lake Victoria (East Africa)'. This paper accepted and presented at World Sea Food Congress    (WSC),    Reykjavik, Iceland. September    10th-    13th,
2017. Ref: facebook: facebook.com/unuftp Twitter: @unuftp. International Journal of Fisheries & Aquatic Studies.
4.    Vicky Onderi and James Onchieku (2017). Kisii Case Study. EWIT: E-Waste Implementation Toolkit. EWIT Pan-African Conference. Mash Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. January 2017
5.    James M. Onchieku and Albert Getabu (2017). Kisii University Progress Report. EWIT: E-Waste Implementation Toolkit. EWIT Pan-African Conference. Mash Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. January 2017
6.    Onchieku, J.M. (2014). STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE WOODFUEL PRODUCTION IN KENYA. 2014 Inter-Parliamentary Regional Hearing on Exemplary Forest Policies in Africa Nairobi, Kenya Hearing: Wednesday 1 October – Friday 3 October 2014. World Future Council, October 2014
7.    Onchieku, J. (2012). Mainstreaming SLM in Agropastoral Production Systems of Kenya, (CODE: GEF ID 3370). Paper presented during training workshop on TLUD Micro-Gasification Technology on 26th – 31st Aug 2012, Narok County, Kenya. UNDP/GEF
8.    Onchieku, J. (2012). ACCESS TO CLEAN ENERGY SERVICES PROGRAMME IN KENYA, (ATLAS CODE 4KEN10401. Biomass Gasification Technology,. Paper presented during consultative meeting of project implementing partners on 16th November 2011, LAICO Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. UNDP/MOE/KEFRI
9.    Miyuki Iiyama, Meshack Nyabenge, David Newman, Cristel Munster, Gudeta W. Sileshi, Violet Moraa, James Onchieku, Jeremias Mowo and Ramni Jamnadass (2011). Productivity of Jatropha curcas as bioengergy crop and realities under smallholder farm conditions in Kenya. 3éme CONFERENCE INTERNATIONALE SUR LES BIOCARBURANTS EN AFRIQUE, Ouagadougou 14-15-16 Novembre 2011
10.    Christine Holding Anyonge, Steven Franzel, Paul Njuguna and James Onchieku (2011). An assessment of farm timber value chains in Mount Kenya area. The application of the “filiere” approach to small and medium scale farm timber businesses. World Agroforestry Centre 2011 Working Paper No. 124
11.    Miyuki Iiyama, Patrick Zante, Cristel Munster, David Newman, James Onchieku, Meshack Nyabenge, Violet Moraa, Ramni Jamnadass and Jean Albergel. Economics of Bioenergy from Jatropha curcas: Promises, Opportunities and Constraints in Kenyan Context. 2nd World Congress of Agroforestry. Nairobi 27 August, 2009
12.    Onchieku, J.M. and J.K. Githiomi (2000). Potential Plant Fibres and Plant Resins for the Manufacture of Low Cost Housing Materials in Kenya – An Overview. Paper presented to an International workshop on, “Development of Natural Polymers and Composites in East Africa, Arusha, Tanzania

6.1.2    NATIONAL PAPERS
13.    Onchieku, J. and A. Mayaka (2019). An evaluation of quality and quantity of forestry and agricultural bioresidues available for gasification technology in Kenya. KISII UNIVERSITY AGRITECH EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE. AGRICULTURE TECHNOLOGY 2019. November 13 – 14.
14.    Nyaundi, J.K., Kengara, F., Getabu, A. M., and Onchieku, J., Njiru, , Babu, J.M., Hilda, N., (2016). Gas Chromatography-Electron Capture Detector Determination of Organochlorine Pesticide Residues in Water and Sediments of the Nyanza Gulf, Lake Victoria, Kenya. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference, University of Eldoret, September 7th-9th 2016, Eldoret, Kenya
15.    James M. Onchieku and Gladys Onyancha (2015). Examination Malpractices: Forms, Ways and Reasons for Cheating Part Ii. Effective Invigilation Requirements to Curb Examination Malpractices Part II. 1st Invigilation Training Workshop held on 28th July 2015 at Kisii University, Nairobi campus
16.    JAMES ONCHIEKU (JUNE 2015). FACILITATOR. AUTHORAID SCIENTIFIC MANUSCRIPT WRITING WORKSHOP AT KISII UNIVERSITY MOOT COURT ON 24TH AND 25TH JUNE 2015
17.    J.M. Onchieku, J. Githiomi and P. Oballa (June 2015). Potential of Grevillea robusta tree species as an alternative engineering material for the construction and furniture industry in Kenya. 2nd International Interdisciplinary Annual Conference, Theme: “Africa: Looking East or West” at Kisii University, Eldoret Campus, 24- 27 June 2015
18.    James M. Onchieku and Jim Okuto (2013). Biomass Energy in Kenya: Current scenario & issues, challenges and opportunities and future outlook. Kenya Forestry Research Institute and Kenya Forest Services, February 2013
19.    Onchieku, J.M. and Ondieki, M.M.C. (2012). BIOMASS FUELS FOR GASIFICATION TECHNOLOGY IN KENYA. An evaluation of quantities and suitability analysis of some biomass fuels as feedstock for electricity generation. Kenya Forestry Research Institute and Energy and Environment Partnership Programme, 2012
20.    Onchieku, J.M., Odongo, F., Ondieki, M.C., Gladys, K.M., Mayaka, A., and J. Morumbasi, 2011. Biomass gasification technology: Training kit for training stakeholders on clean stoves for domestic and institutional use, December 2011. Kenya Forestry Research Institute and United Nations Development Programme, 2011
21.    Onchieku, J.M., Odongo, F., Ondieki, M.M.C., Gladys, K.M., Mayaka, A., Wanjiku, J. and Chiteva, R. (Eds.), 2011. Biomass gasification and technology utilization: Proceedings of biomass gasification workshop, Wida Highway Motel, Kenya, 24th – 27th May 2011. Kenya Forestry Research Institute and Energy and Environment Partnership Programme, 2011
22.    Onchieku, J.M. (2009). Biofuels for Developing Economies: current scenario and issues, challenges and opportunities. Guest Speaker: Open Forum for Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB) coordinated by ISAAA Africenter and AATF. March 26th 2009
23.    Onchieku, J.M. (2008). “Jatropha as an emerging plant of commercial importance in Kenya: current status, challenges and opportunities for exploitation”. Paper presented to Forestry Society of Kenya (FSK) on Jatropha in Africa-Fighting Desertification and Creating Wealth on 3rd June 2008
24.    Oduor N. and Onchieku, J. (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
25.    Onchieku, J.M., J. Githiomi, P. Oballa and E. Chagala (2006). Effect of spiral grain occurrence on strength properties of Pinus patula in Kenya. In Forestry Research in Environmental Conservation, Improved Livelihoods and Economic Development. PROCEEDINGS OF THE 3RD KEFRI SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE. 6-9 November 2006. Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI)
26.    Onchieku, J.M. (2006). Challenges of Small-Scale Sawmilling Industry in Kenya and Opportunities for its Improvement. Paper presented to workshop on “Chain Saw Milling Technology and Emerging Innovations” held at Kaguru Training Centre, Nkubu, Meru on 6th and 7th February 2006
27.    Onchieku, J.M. (2004). Marketing of Timber from Private Farmlands and Settlements. Paper Presented To Stakeholder Consultation for Regional GEF Project Proposal on the Sustainable Management and Conservation of Trees in Agricultural Landscapes Adjacent to Protected. November 2004
28.    Onchieku, James (2002). Factors affecting tree recovery rates: harvesting and logging characteristics, log and milling characteristics. Mo bile sawmillers' training on tree recovery rates and improvement of skills. 15th – 8th September 2002, Meru. Organised by
Forest Action Network (FAN)
29.    Albert Luvanda and James Onchieku (2000). Proceedings of the 2nd Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) on 15th – 16th June 2000 at KEFRI Headquarters. June 2000
30.    Onchieku, J.M. (2000). On-Farm/Agroforestry Practices in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands of Kenya and their Attendant Processing/Utilization and Service Benefits; Paper presented to US Peace Corps
31.    Onchieku, J.M. (1997). Small-Scale Social Forestry / Agroforestry Industries, Products and Services. Paper presented to annual National and Regional Extension Officer's course on Agroforestry. Organised by JICA and KEFRI 

REFEREES
1.    Prof. Joseph N. Chacha (PhD)
Deputy Vice Chancellor,
Research and Development,
Maseno University, Kenya
Email: jchacha@masenouniversity.ac.ke; Mobile: 0722 611025
2.    Prof. Albert Getabu (PhD),
School of Agriculture & Natural Resources Management Kisii University, Kenya.
Email: getabu@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke; Mobile: 0726 500077
3.    Dr. Joseph Githiomi (PhD),
Chief Research Officer,
Kenya Forestry Research Institute, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: josephgithiomi@ymail.com; Mobile: 0722 496795
Revised December 2024