Mr. Tsegay Fisseha | Aquaculture | Best Researcher Award

Mizan Tepi University | Ethiopia

Tsegay Fisseha is an Ethiopian lecturer and researcher at Mizan Tepi University’s Biology Department, specializing in Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Ecosystem Management. With over 4 years of teaching and research experience, he has contributed to academia through courses like Phycology, Wetland Management, and Vertebrate Zoology. Passionate about sustainable aquaculture, he actively leads university-level research projects and community outreach programs.

Professional profile👤

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Strengths for the Awards✨

1. Strong Research Output

   • Multiple Publications: Three published works (including in indexed journals like Aquaculture Studies and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology) and five ongoing manuscripts.

   • Diverse Research Topics: Focus on sustainable aquaculture, fish nutrition, water quality, and ecological impacts.

   • Google Scholar & ResearchGate Presence: Enhances visibility and academic impact.

2. Active Research Projects

   • Principal Investigator (PI) or co-investigator in five ongoing research projects, including:

     • Effects of coffee effluents on aquatic biota.

     • Municipal waste impacts on river ecosystems.

     • Ethnozoological studies on medicinal animals.

3. Academic Contributions

   • Teaches seven specialized courses (Fisheries, Wetland Management, Research Methods, etc.).

   • Engages in curriculum development, accreditation, and quality assurance at Mizan Tepi University.

4. Community & Industry Engagement

   • Conducts training for local fish farmers on aquaculture techniques.

   • Leads integrated fish farming projects (fish + vegetable + chicken farming) for sustainability.

5. Recognition & Collaborations

   • ADC Fellowship Award (Austrian Development Cooperation) for MSc studies.

   • Participation in international conferences (e.g., International Conference on Biological and Medical Sciences).

   • Collaborations with Addis Ababa University, BOKU (Austria), and Indian institutions.

6. Technical & Analytical Skills

   • Proficient in R-programming, SPSS, WinFeed, and statistical analysis.

   • Expertise in fish feed formulation, water quality assessment, and ecological modeling.

Education 🎓

• MSc in Aquatic Ecosystems & Environmental Management (Addis Ababa University, 2017–2020)

• BSc in Biology (Addis Ababa University, 2011–2013)

• Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (Wollo University, 2015–2016)

• Higher Diploma in Occupational Techniques (Mizan Tepi University, 2023–2024)

Experience 💼

• Lecturer & Researcher at Mizan Tepi University (2020–Present): Teaches 7+ biology courses, mentors students, and coordinates departmental accreditation.

• Chief Technical Assistant (Tigray Education Bureau, 2020): Managed lab protocols and trained staff in zoological research.

• Biological Sciences Lecturer (2014–2016): Designed curricula and led field studies on ecology and genetics.

Research Interests On Aquaculture 🔍

• Sustainable aquafeed alternatives (e.g., lupin/grass pea blends).

• Fish diversity and riverine ecosystem conservation in Ethiopia.

• Impacts of coffee effluents and municipal waste on aquatic biota.

Awards & Nominations 🏆

• ADC Fellowship Award (Austrian Development Cooperation, 2017–2020) for MSc studies.

• Certificates in R-Programming, SPSS, and Scopus-indexed journal training (2021–2023).

Publications 📚

1. Impact of Lupin and Grass Pea Mixture Meal as Dietary Inclusion on Body Composition and Haematological Parameters of Nile Tilapia Fingerlings in a Recirculation Aquaculture System

• Authors: Tsegay Fisseha, Akewake Geremew, Tadesse Fetahi, Kasim Abass

• Publication Year: 2025

• Journal: Aquaculture, Fish and Fisheries

• DOI: 10.1002/aff2.70073

2. Current Status of Fish Species Diversity and Relative Abundance of Beko and Gacheb Rivers, Southwest Ethiopia: Implication for Fishery Opportunity

• Authors: Tsegay Fisseha, Andinet Asfaw, Ayalew Zeleke

• Publication Year: 2025

• Journal: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

• DOI: 10.11648/j.eeb.20251001.12

3. Partial Replacement of Fish Meal by A Mixture of Lupin (Lupinus albus L.) and Grass Pea (Lathyrus sativus L.) Meal in the Diets of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus L.) Fingerlings in a Recirculating Aquaculture System

• Authors: Tsegay Fisseha, Akewake Geremew, Tadesse Fetahi

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: Aquaculture Studies

• DOI: 10.4194/AQUAST1991

4. Partial Replacement of Fish Meal by A Mixture of Lupin (Lupinus albus L.) and Grass Pea (Lathyrus sativus L.) Meal in the Diets of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus L.) Fingerlings in a Recirculating Aquaculture System

• Author: Tsegay Fisseha

• Publication Year: 2024

• Journal: Aquaculture Studies

• DOI: 10.4194/AQUAST1991

Conclusion 🌟

Tsegay Fisseha is a dedicated educator and researcher bridging aquaculture innovation with environmental sustainability in Ethiopia. His work on alternative fish feeds and aquatic biodiversity highlights his commitment to solving local challenges. Through teaching, publications, and community projects, he aims to advance Ethiopia’s fisheries sector while nurturing future scientists.