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A number of factors determine the relationship established, ranging from the context under which research is carried out that shapes the scientists' collaboration and productivity behaviors and practices, to the methods and measures used. Few studies have examined the factors underlying the said relationship, more so in studies of developing areas. In this article we present the empirical findings of a study seeking to establish the relationship between collaboration and productivity of academic scientists in Kenya, including factors determining the established relationship. The study uses mixed methods research design employing self reported measures of collaboration and productivity. The study establishes a significant, though weak relationship between collaboration and publication productivity for academic scientists in Kenyan Universities. 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