Kndalem Mersha
@kndalemmersha
Dedicated crop researcher with expertise in plant breeding and genetics.
EthiopiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a passionate crop researcher currently working at the Sekota Dryland Agricultural Research Center in Ethiopia. My journey in plant science began with a Bachelor of Science degree from Wollo University, where I graduated with an excellent CGPA of 3.92/3.96. Over the years, I have honed my skills in crop improvement practices, data collection, and analysis, contributing significantly to various research projects aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity in dryland areas.
My professional experience includes leading research activities, writing research proposals, and participating in capacity-building workshops. I have been recognized for my academic achievements with awards, including a project proposal reward from the International Development Research Center. I am committed to addressing the challenges faced by smallholder farmers in Ethiopia by developing improved crop varieties that are resilient to biotic and abiotic stresses.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Researcher
Sekota Dryland Agricultural Research Center
Jul 2018 - Present (6 years 10 months)
Conducted research and field work in crop improvement practices, collected and prepared data for analysis, wrote progress reports, and developed research proposals. Participated in capacity building training and workshops, and monitored crop field experimental activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CICIMMYT
Workshop, Crop Research
2023 - 2023
Attended a five-day training workshop and project development on ESA sorghum and millets network meeting to collaborate on crop research.
MFMathTech Thinking Foundation
Training, Computing
2022 - 2022
Engaged in a faculty development program on computing with MATLAB and LaTeX software to enhance computational skills for research.
Sekota Dryland Agricultural Research Center
Training, Data Analysis
2020 - 2020
Completed training on Mendeley reference, SAS, and GenStat software to improve data analysis and research reporting capabilities.
AIAmhara Agricultural Research Institute
Training, Crop Breeding
2019 - 2019
Participated in an occupational inductive training on crop breeding research methodologies to enhance research skills in plant breeding.
WUWollo University
Bachelor of Science, Plant Science
2014 - 2017
Grade: 3.92/3.96
Activities and societies: Ranked among the top 5% of the cohort, participated in various academic and extracurricular activities.
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Plant Science, focusing on various aspects of plant biology, crop improvement, and agricultural practices.
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