About Me
Visionary leader in vector control
Medical Entomologist, EPHI
Accomplished Medical Entomologist and Vector Control Professional with a strong history of impactful contributions to public health entomology in Ethiopia. Recognized as a visionary leader, I have led research teams and influenced national disease prevention strategies.
A dynamic researcher excelling in publication, knowledge dissemination, and emergency disease outbreak management — dedicated to shaping national strategic plans and driving progress in entomology research.
Education
Core Competencies
Skills & Expertise
Project Management
Leading multidisciplinary research teams and coordinating national-level public health projects.
Statistical Analysis
Advanced data analysis using R, SPSS, and Excel to uncover trends in large epidemiological datasets.
Vector Control
Expert knowledge of mosquito biology, insecticide resistance, and evidence-based vector control strategies.
Outbreak Response
Hands-on emergency response to Chikungunya, Dengue, Yellow Fever, and African trypanosomiasis outbreaks.
Scientific Writing
Author and co-author of 20+ peer-reviewed publications in international public health journals.
Data Visualization
Creating infographics, interactive charts, and research dashboards to communicate findings clearly.
Field Research
Extensive fieldwork in diverse ecological zones across Ethiopia collecting entomological data.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborating with WHO, Ministry of Health, academic institutions and international partners.
Professional History
Career Timeline
Public Health Research Associate
Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI)
Developed innovative research methodologies, leveraged advanced statistical analysis on large datasets, authored 20+ peer-reviewed publications, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on national vector control strategy. Presented at industry conferences and shaped national strategic plans for malaria and arboviral disease control.
Biology Teacher
College of Project Mercy & Preparatory School, Butajira
Developed and delivered biology curriculum, conducted laboratory experiments, and mentored students for science fairs and academic competitions.
Languages
Communication & Reach
Beyond the Lab
Citizen Science & Interests
Citizen Science
Collecting and analyzing environmental data — from air quality to mosquito populations — to improve community health outcomes.
Scientific Writing
Sharing research insights with the public through accessible writing and knowledge dissemination.
Data Visualization
Creating infographics and interactive charts that make complex research findings engaging and accessible.
Nature & Outdoor Activities
Hiking, gardening, and spending time outdoors to maintain mental well-being and connect with natural ecosystems.
Coding
Automating data analysis tasks and developing new tools to support research workflows and efficiency.
Certifications