Emmanuel Tendwa Makatiani

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Emmanuel Tendwa Makatiani

Research Scientist
E-mail : emakatiani@kefri.org
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Designation :Reseacrh scientist
Expertise : Microbiology

Journal Papers

  1. Riany KG, Akinyi AA, Kivati CB and Makatiani ET (2017) Role of Knowledge Management Systems on the retention of tacit knowledge in research institutes in Kenya. In: Emerging Trends in Information and Knowledge Management Eds: Tom Kwanya, Joseph Kiplang’at and Justus Wamukoya. Moi University Press, pp. 167-179.
  2. Otieno JO, Omondi SF, Perry A, Odee DW, Makatiani ET, Kiplagat O. and Cavers S (2016) Development and characterization of microsatellite markers for Osyris lanceolata Hochst. & Steud., an endangered African sandalwood tree species. Tropical Plant Research, 3(3):701–703. Available online (www.tropicalplantresearch.com).
  3. Luvanda A, Wanjiru G and Makatiani ET (2013) The use of remote sensing techniques in assessing the distribution trends of Commiphora myrrha in Wajir county, Kenya.
  4. Kisinyo PO, Gudu SO, Othieno CO, Okalebo JR, Opala PA, Maghanga JK, Agalo JJ, Ng'etich WK, Kisinyo JA, Osiyo RJ, Nekesa AO, Makatiani ET, Odee DW and Ogola BO (2012) Effects of lime, phosphorus and rhizobia on Sesbania sesban performance in a Western Kenyan acid soil. African Journal of Agricultural Research. 7(18): 2800-2809.
  5. Gudu SO, Kisinyo PO, Makatiani ET, Odee DW, Esegu JFO, Shamchama SAO, and Othieno CO (2009) Screening of Sesbania for tolerance to aluminum toxicity and symbiotic effectiveness with acid tolerant rhizobia strains in acid soil in Western Kenya. Cambridge University Press. Expl Agric. 45: 417–427
  6. Makatiani ET and Odee DW (2007) Response of Sesbania sesban (L.) Merr. to rhizobial inoculation in an N-deficient soil containing low numbers of effective indigenous rhizobia. Agroforestry Systems 70: 211–216. 4
  7. Odee DW, Sutherland JM, Makatiani ET, McInroy SG and Sprent JI (1997) Phenotypic characteristics and composition of rhizobia associated with woody legumes growing in diverse Kenyan conditions. Plant and Soil. Kluwer academic Publishers. Netherlands. 188:65-75.
  8. Odee D, Machua J, Makatiani ET, Ochieng J, Indieka S and Esitubi M (2002) Symbionts in Agroforestry Systems: what are the long-term impacts of inoculation of Calliandra calothysrsus and its intercrops? (EU-SAFSYS PROJECT).
  9. Odee D, Machua J, Makatiani ET, Ochieng J, Indieka S and Esitubi M (2001) Improved fallows by legume plants (trees and shrubs) in eastern and southern Africa: Impacts on microbial diversity (EU-IMPALA PROJECT).
  10. Odee D, Machua J, Makatiani ET, Ochieng J, Indieka S and Esitubi M (2001) Improved fallows by legume plants (trees, shrubs and grasses) in Eastern and Southern Africa: Impact of soil biota (SOM, roots, BNF microbes, mycorrhiza, and soil fauna) on improvement on bean and maize yields, soil organic matter dynamics and soil conservation. INCO-DEV ICDC –ICA4-CT-2000-30011. First and second annual reports.

Technical Notes /Protocols/Guidelines

  1. Makatiani ET, Otieno JO, Magare CO, Odee DW (2018) EU-TRUE-SOP-046 “Isolation and initial growth characterization of rhizobia on yeast extract agar (YEMA) plates”. Developed by the EU-H2020 project TRUE (‘Transition paths to sustainable legume-based systems in Europe’), funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation programme under Grant Agreement Number 727973

Conferences/Seminars/Workshops

  1. GOdee DW, Makatiani ET, Ochieng JO, Magare CO, Esitubi MO and Kinyanjui M (2020) TRUE Case Study 22, Productivity of cereal-legume intercrop under smallholder farms in western Kenya. Developed by the EU-H2020 project TRUE (‘Transition paths to sustainable legume-based systems in Europe’), funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation programme under Grant Agreement Number 727973. 6
  2. Odee DW, Makatiani ET, Otieno JO, Magare CO, Gathara M (2018) TRUE Case Study 24 [Productivity of cereal-legume intercrop under smallholder farms in western Kenya]. Developed by the EU-H2020 project TRUE (‘Transition paths to sustainable legume-based systems in Europe’), funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation programme under Grant Agreement Number 727973.
  3. Wangaruro S, Karanja NK, Makatiani ET, Odee DW and Woomer PL (1998) Chemical properties, initial microbial populations and survival of rhizobia in peat, vermiculite and filtermud. (eds. S.M. Mpepereki and F.I. Makonese). pp 160-164. In: Harnessing Biological Nitrogen Fixation in African Agriculture (challenges and opportunities) Conference: Proceedings of the sixth International Conference of the African Association for Biological Nitrogen Fixation (AABNF), 12-17 September, 1994, Harare, Zimbabwe ISBN 0-908307-58-6
  4. Wangaruro S, Karanja NK, Makatiani ET, Odee DW and Woomer PL (1996) Physico-chemical properties, initial microbial population and survival of rhizobia in Peat, Vermiculite and Filtermud. In: Soil Science Society of East Africa (SSSEA). Proceedings of the 15th Annual General meeting- Nanyuki, Kenya. Pp. 21-30.

Employment History

  1. July 2020-Date: Research Scientist I, Tree breeding and Improvement, Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), P.O Box 20412-00200 Nairobi, Kenya.
  2. 2013-2020: Research Scientist II Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), P.O Box 20412-00200 Nairobi, Kenya
  3. 2010-2013: Senior Technologist, Biotechnology, Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), P.O Box 20412-00200 Nairobi, Kenya
  4. 2006-2010: Technologist I, Biotechnology, Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), P.O Box 20412-00200 Nairobi, Kenya,
  5. 1997-2006: Technologist III, Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), P.O Box 20412-00200 Nairobi, Kenya 3
  6. 1986-1997: Technician Trainee, Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), P.O Box 20412-00200 Nairobi, Kenya

Administrative Responsibility

  1. May 2019- Date: Deputy Regional Director, Central Highlands Eco-Region Research Programme, Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), P.O Box 20412 - 00200 Nairobi, Kenya.

Academic Qualification

  1. 2013-2018: Masters of Science (MSc.) in Microbiology, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya.
  2. 2007-2010: Bachelor of Science (BSc.) in Microbiology, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.
  3. 2002-2004: Higher National Diploma in Applied Biology Kenya Polytechnic, Nairobi, Kenya.
  4. 1992-1995: Diploma in Applied Biology, Kenya Polytechnic, Nairobi, Kenya.

Other Courses

  1. 3rd–4th February, 2020: Africa Regional Data Cube and Monitoring for Environment Workshop Institute for Meteorological Training and Research World Meteorological Organization Regional Training Centre (IMTRJWMO-RTC) – Nairobi, Kenya.
  2. 10th–12th December, 2019: Regional training course of Forest Genetic Resources, KEFRI HQ, Nairobi.
  3. 7th July, 2014 to 3rd October, 2014: Development and implementation of a species identification and timber tracking system with DNA fingerprints and stable isotopes in Africa, Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (UK)2
  4. 26th-30th May, 2014: Information security management system champions.
  5. 17th-20th Feb., 2014: Quality Assurance in Laboratory Testing.
  6. 11th-17th March 2013: Training on the application of molecular genetic markers for timber tracking in Africa, KEFRI, Nairobi, Kenya.
  7. 2009: Molecular techniques, University of Nairobi-Kenya
  8. 14th-20th March 2007: FOREAIM (Bridging restoration and multi-functionality in degraded forest landscapes of Eastern Africa and Indian Ocean islands) Project. Mycorrhizal training workshop, Nairobi (Kenya).
  9. 2007: Occupational Health and Safety. (Ministry of Labor and Human Resource Development-Kenya).
  10. 2006: AFORNET Science writing course at Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya
  11. 2004: National workshop on Scientific Equipment Management [Network of Users of Scientific equipment in East and Southern Africa-NUSESA (Nairobi-Kenya)].
  12. 1998: Use and maintenance of Gas Chromatographs (University of Addis Ababa-Ethiopia).
  13. 1988-1992: Rhizobium Technology training. Department of Soil Science-Mircen Laboratory (University of Nairobi).