Mr. Getachew Abate, Mekdela Amba University, Ethiopia
Mr. Getachew Abate is a lecturer and researcher at Mekdela Amba University, Ethiopia. His research focuses on environmental science, agricultural economics, and educational technology.Getachew investigates climate change, sustainable agriculture, and digital solutions for rural development. He collaborates with local and international institutions, government agencies, and communities to drive impactful research and policy change.
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Education and Qualification
1. Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Science, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia (2018-2020)
2. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Agricultural Economics, Haramaya University, Ethiopia (2012-2016)
3. Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), Ethiopian Environmental Protection Authority (2020)
4. Research Methods and Data Analysis, Training by Ethiopian Ministry of Science and Higher Education (2019)
Professional experience
Lecturer and Researcher : Mekdela Amba University, Ethiopia (2020-Present)
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Environmental Science and Agricultural Economics
Conduct research on climate change, sustainable agriculture, and environmental policy
Supervise undergraduate and graduate research projects
Collaborate with local and international institutions on research projects
Research Assistant : Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia (2018-2020)
Assisted in research projects on environmental policy and climate change
Collected and analyzed data for research studies
Co-authored research papers published in peer-reviewed journals
Intern : Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture, Ethiopia (Summer 2015)
Assisted in policy development and implementation
Conducted field research on agricultural practices and productivity
Consultant : Local NGOs and Private Companies, Ethiopia (2016-2018)
Conducted environmental impact assessments and developed mitigation strategies
Provided training on sustainable agricultural practices
Research Contribution
Research Projects:
1. “Climate-Resilient Agriculture in Ethiopia” (2020-2022), funded by Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture.
2. “Sustainable Water Management for Irrigation in Ethiopia” (2019-2021), funded by UNESCO.
3. “Assessing the Impact of Environmental Degradation on Human Health in Ethiopia” (2018-2020), funded by WHO.
Conference Presentations:
1. Abate, G. (2022). “Climate Change and Agricultural Productivity in Ethiopia.” Presented at the International Conference on Climate Change, Addis Ababa.
2. Abate, G. (2020). “Sustainable Agricultural Practices among Smallholder Farmers in Ethiopia.” Presented at the International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture, Rome.
Research Interests:
1. Climate change and agriculture
2. Sustainable agricultural practices
3. Environmental policy and management
4. Water resource management
Award & Honor
1. Best Research Paper Award, Ethiopian Academy of Sciences (2020)
Recognized for outstanding research on “Climate Change and Agricultural Productivity in Ethiopia”
2. Research Excellence Award, Mekdela Amba University (2022)
Honored for exceptional research contributions to the field of Environmental Science
3. Young Researcher Award, Ethiopian Ministry of Science and Higher Education (2019)
Awarded for outstanding research potential and achievements
4. Dean’s List, Haramaya University (2012-2016)
Consistently ranked among top students in Agricultural Economics
Honorary Memberships
1. Ethiopian Academy of Sciences (2020-Present)
2. International Association for Environmental Science and Technology (2018-Present)
Research Grants
1. UNESCO Research Grant (2019-2021)
Funded research on “Sustainable Water Management for Irrigation in Ethiopia”
2. Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture Research Grant (2020-2022)
Funded research on “Climate-Resilient Agriculture in Ethiopia”
Publication Top Notes: Statistics
1. Abate, G., et al. (2022). “Assessing the Impact of Climate Change on Agricultural Productivity in Ethiopia.” Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, 15(3), 1-12.
2. Abate, G., & Mekonnen, A. (2020). “Evaluation of Sustainable Agricultural Practices among Smallholder Farmers in Ethiopia.” Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, 44(2), 123-140.
3. Abate, G., et al. (2019). “Environmental Impact Assessment of Irrigation Projects in Ethiopia.” International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, 16(4), 2511-2524. 4. Abate, G., et al. (2022). “Climate-Resilient Agriculture in Ethiopia: A Review.” Agricultural Systems, 191, 103234. (IF: 4.5)
5. Abate, G., & Tesfaye, B. (2021). “Sustainable Water Management for Irrigation in Ethiopia: A Case Study.” Water Resources Management, 35(14), 4625-4641. 6. Abate, G., et al. (2024). “Assessing the Impact of Environmental Degradation on Human Health in Ethiopia.” Environmental Health Perspectives, 132(1), 015001.
7. Abate, G., & Alemu, M. (2023). “Evaluating the Effectiveness of Climate-Smart Agriculture in Ethiopia.” Journal of Agricultural Science, 161(3), 257-270.