Tolera Seda Badessa (PhD, Associate Professor)

I am an Associate Professor of Analytical Chemistry at Arba Minch University. I earned my Ph.D. in Membrane Electrochemistry from Voronezh State University in Russia, and my M.Sc in Analytical Chemistry from Addis Ababa University from Where I also earned my B.Sc. degree.

My research focuses on ion transport through ion-exchange membranes during electro-dialysis, hydrogen gas production on bipolar membrane interphase with applications in energy production and drinking water treatment. I am also deeply involved in the development of analytical methods, particularly for sample preparation and analysis. With seventeen years of service at Arba Minch University, I have lectured various chemistry courses to both undergraduate and postgraduate students and participated in interdisciplinary research activities. Throughout my career, I have held several leadership roles, including Head of the Department of Chemistry, Executive Director of University-Industry Linkage and Technology Transfer, and currently, Director of Community Engagement and University-Industry Linkage. During my leadership, I coordinated and supervised several research grants obtained from international as well as national collaborators and partners.