Ms. Trhas Kahsay, Botswana International University Of Science and Technology, Botswana
Trhas Hadush Kahsay is a dedicated researcher and educator in the field of Earth Sciences, currently pursuing a project on the biogeochemical and sedimentological characterization of Makgadikgadi playa lake deposits at Botswana International University of Science and Technology. Born in Edaga Hamus, Ethiopia, on January 19, 1992, Trhas earned both his MSc and BSc degrees in Geology from Addis Ababa University and Mekelle University, respectively, graduating with high distinction. His MSc thesis focused on sedimentological and geochemical analysis in southeastern Ethiopia, while his BSc work involved well completion reports in northern Ethiopia. With a robust academic background, Trhas has served as a lecturer and assistant lecturer, contributing significantly to undergraduate education in sedimentology, paleontology, and geology. His professional development includes attending notable workshops and courses on planetary geology and Earth observation techniques, enhancing his expertise in astrobiological exploration and geoscience research.
Professional Profile:
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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award
Trhas Hadush Kahsay’s research primarily explores the astrobiological potential of the Makgadikgadi Basin in Botswana and the Middle Stone Age foragers’ habitation in high elevations of the Bale Mountains in Ethiopia. His work integrates sedimentological and geochemical analyses with astrobiological exploration, providing valuable insights into planetary science and ancient human activities.
Education
- 2023-present
Department of Mineral Resources, School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Botswana International University of Science and Technology, Palapye, Botswana
- Project Title: Biogeochemical and sedimentological characterization of Makgadikgadi playa lake deposits as implication for astrobiological exploration of Mars.
- Supervisors: Prof. Franchi F., Dipartimento di Scienze della Terra e Geoambientali, Università degli studi di Bari- Aldo Moro, Bari, Italy.
Prof. Asrat A., Botswana International University of Science and Technology.
- 2016-2018
MSc, School of Earth Science, Department of Geology, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia
- Thesis Title: Sedimentological and geochemical analysis of sediments in the excavated rock shelter at Fincha Habera Section, Bale Mountain, Southeastern Ethiopia: Implications on Provenance (source) and Depositional history.
- Graduation: Excellent, score 3.65/4.
- Supervisor: Prof. Asrat A., Botswana International University of Science and Technology.
- 2011-2015
BSc, School of Earth Sciences, Department of Applied Geology, Mekelle University, Ethiopia
- Thesis Title: Well Completion Report of MIT Deep well Mekelle, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia.
- Graduation: Excellent, score 3.64/4.
- Supervisor: Prof. Awdelwase A., Department of Geology, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia.
Work Experience
- 2019-2022
Lecturer, School of Earth Sciences, Department of Applied Geology, Mekelle University, Ethiopia
- Responsibilities:
- Teaching undergraduate courses in sedimentary petrology, stratigraphy and sedimentology, paleontology, coal and petroleum geology.
- Supervising undergraduate students.
- 2015-2016
Assistant Lecturer, School of Earth Sciences, Department of Applied Geology, Mekelle University, Ethiopia
- Responsibilities:
- Assisting undergraduate students with practical lab activities in paleontology and sedimentary petrology.
- Co-organizing fieldwork campaigns in sedimentary geology, igneous terrain, mapping, and sampling.
Publication top Notes:
The astrobiological potential of the Makgadikgadi Basin, Botswana: Field analogue for planetary exploration
Middle Stone Age foragers resided in high elevations of the glaciated Bale Mountains, Ethiopia