Dr. Eyasu Seyoum | Public Health Award | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Eyasu Seyoum, The Ohio State Global One Health, Ethiopia
Dr. Eyasu Tigabu Seyoum is a dedicated microbiologist leading crucial initiatives in food safety and zoonoses at the Ohio State Global One Health Ethiopia office. His role includes advancing Ethiopiaβs molecular laboratory capacity and molecular surveillance for respiratory viral diseases and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). With extensive expertise in microbial isolation, antimicrobial resistance, and pathogen genome sequencing, Dr. Seyoum plays a key role in strengthening laboratory capabilities and providing mentorship. His research interests cover food safety, antimicrobial resistance, and molecular epidemiology of bacterial infections.
Professional Profile:
Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Dr. Seyoum specializes in microbiology with a focus on food safety, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and molecular epidemiology of bacterial infections. His expertise includes microbial isolation, pathogen genome sequencing, and molecular biology techniques like RT-PCR and conventional PCR.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D. in Tropical and Infectious Diseases (Microbiology), Addis Ababa University (2015)
- M.Sc. in Biomedical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (2007)
- B.Sc. in Biological Sciences, Addis Ababa University (2001)
Work Experience:
- Senior Food Safety and Zoonoses Program Lead and Senior Lab Expert
Ohio State University Global One Health Initiative (May 2021-Present)- Leading food safety and zoonoses projects in Ethiopia πͺπΉ
- Developing laboratory training materials and ensuring quality assurance π§ͺ
- Co-mentoring lab staff and PhD fellows π§βπ¬
- Co-leading AMR project implementation and research proposal development π
- Post-Doctoral Fellow
Ohio State University Global One Health Initiative (Jan 2019 β Mar 2020)- Organized and presented at conferences and symposia π
- Engaged in GOHi project activities and mentored students π©βπ
- Acting Director for Bacterial, Parasitic, and Zoonotic Disease Research Directorate
Feb 2018 β Apr 2019- Coordinated research and capacity building activities π§«
- Senior Researcher at Bacteriology and Mycology Research Case Team
Ethiopian Public Health Institute (Jul 2016 β Apr 2021)- Provided training and developed research proposals π‘
- Assistant Professor and Lecturer
Axum University (Nov 2007 β Jul 2016)- Taught courses in Microbiology, Parasitology, and Immunology π
- Malaria and Vector-Borne Diseases Control Expert
Benishangule-Gumuz Regional Health Bureau (2002-2003)- Conducted studies and provided training on malaria and vector-borne diseases π¦
Engagement in Covid-19 Pandemic Response:
- National COVID-19 Operational Research Committee Member
- Reviewed research proposals and co-developed cohort study tools π¦