Bio Summary:
Dr. Tadewos is a dedicated and accomplished professional in the field of Chemistry with extensive academic and research experience. He holds a B.Ed. in Chemistry from Mekelle University, Ethiopia, an M.Sc. in Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry) from Jimma University, and recently earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry (Bioinorganic Chemistry) from Adama Science and Technology University, Ethiopia.
Throughout his academic journey, He has exhibited exceptional performance, earning commendable CGPA scores in both his master’s and doctoral studies. His research contributions are reflected in nine peer-reviewed publications, demonstrating expertise in the synthesis and analysis of novel metal complexes with organic ligands. Notable publications include studies on antibacterial and antioxidant applications, computational analyses, and biological activities of various metal complexes.
Education:
- B.Ed. in Chemistry from Mekelle University, Ethiopia (Sept. 2006 – July 2008) with a CGPA of 3.46.
- M.Sc. in Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry) from Jimma University, Ethiopia (Sept. 2010 – June 2011) with a CGPA of 3.41.
- PhD in Chemistry (Bio-inorganic Chemistry) from Adama Science and Technology University, Ethiopia; November 2022, with a CGPA of 4.00.
Work Experience:
Tadewos Damena Kebede has a diverse and extensive background in both teaching and research in the field of chemistry. With 12 years of teaching experience and five years of research experience, he has contributed significantly to the academic and research community. Tadewos served as the Head of the Department of Chemistry for three consecutive years, showcasing his leadership skills and commitment to departmental responsibilities.
In his teaching role, Tadewos has covered various aspects of inorganic chemistry, including courses such as Inorganic Chemistry I, II, III, practical inorganic chemistry I, II, Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, Industrial chemistry, and Fundamental inorganic chemistry. This demonstrates his expertise in imparting knowledge across different levels of inorganic chemistry education.
Furthermore, Tadewos possesses strong skills in chemistry-related issues, particularly in industrial chemistry. His expertise extends to conducting research, with a specialization in the synthesis of metal complexes with organic ligands. Additionally, he has a solid background in theoretical chemistry, including techniques such as Density Functional Theory (DFT), Time-Dependent Density Functional Theory (TDDFT), molecular docking, and ADME (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion) predictions.
Overall, Tadewos Damena Kebede’s combination of teaching, research, and leadership experiences reflects a well-rounded and accomplished professional in the field of chemistry.
Technical skills and competences:
Tadewos Damena Kebede possesses a range of technical skills and competences in the field of chemistry. Here are some key aspects of his technical skills:
Laboratory Techniques:
- Experience in conducting various chemistry experiments.
- Optimization of methods for synthesizing ligands and novel metal complexes.
Spectroscopic Analysis:
- Proficient in analyzing spectroscopic data using techniques such as FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy), UV-Vis (Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy), MS (Mass Spectrometry), TGA (Thermogravimetric Analysis), SEM-EDX (Scanning Electron Microscopy with Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy), and NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance).
Computational Skills:
- Application of computational methods, including DFT (Density Functional Theory) and TDDFT (Time-Dependent Density Functional Theory).
- Utilization of molecular docking techniques for structure analysis.
Biological Activities:
- Conducting in vitro biological activities, specifically focusing on antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
- Supporting biological activity studies with computational methods such as ADME prediction (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion).
These skills highlight Tadewos Damena Kebede’s expertise in both experimental and computational aspects of chemistry, particularly in the synthesis and characterization of metal complexes and their biological applications.
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