Takele Nikus | Agricultural Policy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Takele Nikus | Agricultural Policy | Best Researcher Award

PhD Student and Associate Researcher at  Takele Abdisa Nikus, Ethiopia

Mr. Takele is a dedicated and accomplished PhD student in Economics at Addis Ababa University, specializing in Development Economics. With a master’s degree in Economics (Economic Policy Analysis) from the same university and a bachelor’s degree in Economics with honors from Ambo University, he has a strong academic background.

 

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📚 Education:

  • MSc in Economics (Economic Policy Analysis) from Addis Ababa University (2017)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Ambo University (2013)

👨‍💼 Work Experience:

  • Associate Researcher at Policy Studies Institute since January 2022
  • Research Assistant at Policy Studies Institute from August 2020 to January 2022
  • Lecturer at Ambo University from September 2013 to August 2020

🌱 Networks and Memberships:

Active involvement in various associations, including being President of AU-SEA, a member of Oromia regional Development association, and Vice Chairperson of Addis Ababa University Postgraduate Students Christian Fellowship

Research Focus 🌾🔬

📊 Mr. Takele’s research spans diverse economic dimensions, delving into the intricacies of tax reform, currency devaluation, and gender gaps in agricultural productivity. His work explores the far-reaching implications of policy changes, employing advanced models like Recursive Dynamic Computable General Equilibrium Analysis. 🏠 In the realm of household decision-making, he investigates determinants of energy choices and cooking fuel preferences in the West Shoa Zone, specifically in Ambo Town. This holistic approach combines macroeconomic insights with a focus on the household level, shedding light on both national economic structures and localized dynamics. 🌐 The varied research areas showcase Mr. Takele’s commitment to understanding and contributing to Ethiopia’s economic development from both macro and micro perspectives.

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Muez Berhe Gebremedhin | Food Security

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Dr Muez Berhe  Gebremedhin: Leading Researcher in Food Security
Associate researcher at  Oil Crop Research Institute, China

🌱🔬 Dr. Muez Berhe G/medhin is a seasoned Plant Breeder and Seed Scientist from Ethiopia, born on September 11th, 1980. With a PhD in Plant Breeding and Seed Systems from Mekelle University, his academic journey also includes a Master’s in Biology from Bahir Dar University and a Bachelor’s in Biology minor Chemistry.

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🎓 Education:

PhD: Plant Breeding and Seed System, Mekelle University, Ethiopia (2016-2023).Master: Biology, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar (2006-2008).Bachelor: Biology minor Chemistry, Bahir Dar University (2000-2003).HSSS: Humera Senior Secondary School (1997-1999)

💼Professional Experience:

PhD Candidate: Plant Breeding and Seed, Mekelle University (2016-2023).Plant Protection/Entomology Researcher: Humera Agricultural Research Centre (2008-2016).Post-harvest and Storage Pest Management Specialist: Humera Agricultural Research Centre (2016-Present).Teacher: Humera Preparatory School (Full-time), Greenwich College (Part-time)

👨‍🏫 Work Activities:
  • Conducting research to improve sesame value chain and promote new technologies.
  • Collaborating with Wageningen University & Research for sustainable sesame production.

Muez Berhe is a dedicated Plant Breeder and Seed Scientist contributing to the growth of the sesame sector, improving farmer income, and promoting sustainable agriculture. 🌱🔍

Research Focus 🌾🔬

Muez Berhe’s research encompasses a diverse range of agricultural studies, prominently focusing on the impact of storage technologies on insect pests, post-harvest losses, and seed quality in crops like chickpea and sesame. His investigations delve into insect population density, species composition, and associated losses in chickpea seeds, as well as the effects of storage duration and technologies on pest infestations in sesame seeds. Additionally, he has contributed significantly to the understanding of the genome of Sesamum indicum and the biology of pests affecting sesame fields. Berhe’s work bridges genetics, agronomy, and post-harvest management for sustainable crop production. 🌱👨‍🔬

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