Yalemtsehay Mekonnen
Full name | Yalemtsehay Mekonnen |
Education attended | BSc & MSc in Biology, PhD in Human Physiology |
Academic rank | Professor of Cell &Human Physiology |
Year of service at AAU | 36 years |
Administrative positions held | Head of Biology Department, Director of Institute of Pathobiology, Currently Head of Gender Office, College of Natural Sciences |
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Address | Campus: College of Natural SciencesBuilding: Science complex building (former Department of Biology)Office room no.: 237
Mobile: 0913244396 University email: Yalemtshay.mekonnen@aau.edu.et Alternative email: yalemtmek55@gmail.com |
Research interests | • Plants of medicinal and nutritional importance: Bioassay-guided extractions, in vivo and in vitro physiological tests of medicinal plants, and medicinal test systems for activity of plant-based extracts • Health hazard to humans, animals and the environment (due to chemicals and other contaminants) • Advocacy and collaborative work for the promotion of safe and sustainable use of natural resources with emphasis on plant biodiversity |
Publications in reputable journals | Several publications (refer to detailed CV) |