Medical Entomologist & Public Health Researcher

Science in Action. Health in Focus.

Advancing vector control and public health in Ethiopia — from mosquito biology to national disease prevention strategy.

20+ Publications
11+ Years at EPHI
4 Major Projects
Abate Waldetensai
EPHI Ethiopian Public Health Institute

Research at the frontlines of disease

2024

Ethiopian Post Net Distribution Survey

Evaluating coverage, utilization and impact of LLINs in the national malaria vector control program.

Completed
2022–2023

Arboviral Vectors Insecticide Susceptibility

Researching susceptibility status of arboviral vectors to major insecticides in Ethiopia.

Completed
2020–2021

Aedes Mosquitoes & Yellow Fever Transmission

Investigating Aedes mosquitoes and their role in yellow fever virus transmission in Southwestern Ethiopia.

Completed
2017–2020

Longevity of Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets

Multi-year LLIN durability assessment in sentinel sites across Ethiopia.

Completed

Selected Publications

Human-Biting Activity, Resting Behavior and Yellow Fever Virus Transmission Potential of Aedes Mosquitoes in Southwest Ethiopia

Ethiopian Malaria Research Network

Bridging the gap between

EMRN

Connecting researchers, policymakers, and malaria stakeholders to strengthen evidence-based decision-making and support Ethiopia's National Malaria Elimination Program.

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Research Community

Universities, independent professionals, and emerging scholars united around malaria science.

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National Agenda

Prioritizing the national malaria research agenda and providing expert technical guidance to NMEP.

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Research Database

Maintaining a comprehensive, accessible database of Ethiopian malaria research findings.

Open to collaboration

Whether you're a researcher, policymaker, or institution looking to advance vector control and public health in Ethiopia — I welcome the conversation.

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