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Dr. Seblework M. Shegen
Associate Professor of Public Health Toxicology | Environmental Health Scientist |
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Over a decade of experience in research, teaching, and policy advisory in environmental health and toxicology
Mentored numerous postgraduate students and early-career researchers
Contributed to national and regional guidelines on pesticide safety and environmental health
Selected Career Milestones
Appointed Associate Professor of Public Health Toxicology, Addis Ababa University
Former Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Health Science and Technology, Jimma University Led pioneering studies on pesticide residues and their health implications in food and water
Advanced knowledge of environmental exposures among infants and rural populations
Secured competitive international fellowships and led collaborative research with global institutions
Professional Affiliations , Membership & Additional Contributions
Member of national and international scientific societies in environmental health, toxicology, and public health
Collaborates with academic, governmental, and non-governmental institutions on research and public health initiatives
Provides technical guidance on pesticide evaluation, food safety, and exposure mitigation
Professional Overview
Dr. Seblework Mekonen Shegen combines rigorous scientific research with academic leadership to address pressing environmental health challenges. As an associate professor of public health toxicology at the Institute of Water, Environment, and Climate Research, Addis Ababa University, she directs multidisciplinary research programs, supervises graduate students, and collaborates with international institutions to develop evidence-based strategies for chemical safety, consumer protection, and public health resilience.
Her work bridges environmental science, toxicology, and policy, shaping interventions that safeguard the most vulnerable populations.
Areas of Expertise
Environmental Health & Safety
Pesticide Residue Toxicology
Human Exposure & Consumer Risk Assessment
Public Health Research & Policy
Academic Teaching & Research Supervision
Professional Services & Advisory
Scientific consultation on environmental toxicology and health risk assessment
Research collaboration with universities, research centers, and policy-making bodies
Supervision and mentorship of postgraduate and early-career researchers
Technical advisory on pesticide evaluation, food safety, and exposure mitigation strategies
Beneficiaries & Engagement Focus
Dr. Seblework engages with:
Universities and research institutions
Public health agencies and environmental regulators
Community health organizations
Students and early-career researchers
Policy-makers seeking evidence-based environmental health solutions
Education
Ph.D., Human Exposure & Consumer Risk Assessment to Pesticide Use, Ghent University, Belgium
M.Sc., Environmental Sanitation, Ghent University, Belgium
B.Pharm, Pharmacy, Jimma University, Ethiopia
Diploma in Pharmacy, Jimma Institute of Health Sciences, Ethiopia
Selected Publications, Awards & Legacy Achievements
Publications in peer-reviewed journals on pesticide exposure, environmental toxicology, and public health
Recognition through international fellowships for contributions to human exposure and risk assessment research
Invited talks and keynote presentations at national and international conferences
Professional Journey & Contribution
Platform Acknowledgment
Dr. Seblework Mekonen Shegen is a leading Ethiopian environmental health scientist specializing in pesticide toxicology, human exposure assessment, and public health risk mitigation. She combines academic leadership with applied research to protect vulnerable populations and inform evidence-based policy in Ethiopia and internationally.