Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba | Statistical Methods | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba | Statistical Methods | Best Researcher Award

Haramaya University | Ethiopia

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Mr. Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba

🎓 Chemical Engineering Lecturer & Researcher | Haramaya University

Professional Summary

A dynamic, motivated, and highly productive chemical engineering graduate with advanced research expertise and analytical skills. Mr. Gadissa is passionate about advancing research in various fields, including water and wastewater treatment, green chemistry, alternative energy sources, carbon capture, and biopesticides. With a drive to solve critical societal challenges, he aims to make a positive impact through innovative engineering solutions. His goal is to contribute as a researcher and academician in addressing complex engineering problems.

Education

🎓 M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering (Process Engineering)
Jimma University | Awarded: February 2021
CGPA: 3.89/4
Thesis: Green Synthesis, Characterization, and Application of Metal Oxide Nanoparticles for Mercury Removal from Aqueous Solution
Supervisor: Dr. Eng. Hundessa Dessalegn Demsash

🎓 B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

Jimma University | Awarded: July 2017
CGPA: 3.65/4
Thesis: Extraction and Characterization of Natural Protein (Keratin) From Waste Chicken Feather
Supervisor: Mr. Samuel Gesesse Filate

Research Interests

💧 Water & Wastewater Treatment
🔬 Emerging Contaminants
⚗️ Advanced Oxidation Processes
🌱 Development of Alternative Energy Sources
🌍 Sustainable Packaging & Construction
🧪 Green Chemistry & Nanotechnology
💡 Catalysis & Reactions
🔬 Process Development for Bio-based Materials
🌱 Carbon Capture & Utilization

Research Experience

🧪 Synthesis & Characterization of Nanomaterials: Developed and characterized metal oxide nanoparticles via green protocols for mercury removal.
🧑‍🔬 Water Treatment Studies: Investigated Fenton-oxidation reactions for pesticide residue removal.
🔬 Material Analysis: Analyzed synthesized nanomaterials using FTIR, SEM, XRD, and TGA techniques.
📊 Statistical Analysis: Optimized parameters for heavy metal removal using Design Expert software (RSM with CCD).
🌱 Alternative Energy: Produced and optimized bioethanol from waste potato and explored renewable energy production from waste biomasses.
🌿 Biopesticides: Developed bioinsecticides from plant extracts like Vernonia amygdalina and Ricinus communis for crop protection.
💉 Chemical Analysis: Used HPLC to investigate and quantify organophosphate pesticide residues.
📝 Grant Writing & Publication: Contributed to grant writing and publishing research in peer-reviewed journals.
♻️ Waste Material Utilization: Extracted and characterized keratin from waste chicken feathers.

Work Experience

👨‍🏫 Chemical Engineering Lecturer
Haramaya University | March 2021 – Present & October 2017 – September 2018

  • Taught and presented courses including Process Dynamics, Control, Reaction Engineering, Thermodynamics, Energy Audit, and more.

  • Supervised and mentored undergraduate and graduate students on thesis projects.

  • Delivered tutorials and practical sessions for Chemical Engineering students.

  • Prepared course materials, graded exams, and evaluated student performance.

Mr. Gadissa’s expertise and passion for research in sustainable technologies and chemical engineering drive his dedication to making meaningful contributions to science and society.

📚 TOP NOTES PUBLICATIONS 

Statistical analysis and optimization of mercury removal from aqueous solution onto green synthesized magnetite nanoparticle using central composite design

Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery
2025-02 | Journal article
Contributors: Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba; Hundessa Dessalegn Demsash

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Optimization of fermentation condition in bioethanol production from waste potato and product characterization

Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery
2024-02 | Journal article
Contributors: Getachew Alemu Tenkolu; Kumsa Delessa Kuffi; Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba

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RSM‐, ANN‐, and GA‐Based Process Optimization for Acid Centrifugation Treatment of Cane Molasses Toward Mitigating Calcium Oxide Fouling in Ethanol Plant Heat Exchanger

International Journal of Chemical Engineering
2024-01 | Journal article
Contributors: Lata Deso Abo; Sintayehu Mekuria Hailegiorgis; Mani Jayakumar; Sundramurthy Venkatesa Prabhu; Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba; Abas Siraj Hamda; B. S. Naveen Prasad; Maksim Mezhericher

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Bioethanol production from agricultural residues as lignocellulosic biomass feedstock’s waste valorization approach: A comprehensive review

Science of The Total Environment
2023-06-25 | Review
Part of ISSN: 0048-9697
Contributors: Mani Jayakumar; Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba; Kaleab Bizuneh Gebeyehu; Selvakumar Periyasamy; Abdisa Jabesa; Gurunathan Baskar; Beula Isabel John; Arivalagan Pugazhendhi

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Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba

Green synthesis, characterization, and application of metal oxide nanoparticles for mercury removal from aqueous solution

Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
2023-01 | Journal article
Contributors: Gadissa Tokuma Gindaba; Hundessa Dessalegn Demsash; Mani Jayakumar

Fathalla Rihan | Statistical Analysis | Best Scholar Award

Prof. Fathalla Rihan | Statistical Analysis | Best Scholar Award

United Arab Emirates University | United Arab Emirates

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Professor Fathalla A. Rihan: A Distinguished Expert in Mathematical Sciences 📚✨

Current Position(s) & Employment History 🏫

  • Professor of Mathematics (2017–present)
    Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Science, UAE University, UAE 🇦🇪
  • Professor of Mathematics (2011–present)
    Department of Mathematics (on leave), Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Egypt 🇪🇬
  • Associate Professor (2012–2017)
    Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Science, UAE University, UAE
  • Assistant Professor (2008–2012)
    Department of Mathematical Sciences, College of Science, UAE University, UAE
  • Associate Professor of Mathematics (2005–2011)
    Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Egypt
  • Honorary Research Fellow (2000–2010)
    School of Mathematics, University of Manchester, UK 🇬🇧
  • Assistant Professor (2000–2005)
    Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Egypt
    (On leave for Post-Doctoral research in the UK)
  • Senior Research Fellow (2003–2006)
    Salford University, UK, in collaboration with Met Office (Reading University)
  • Research Fellow (2001–2003)
    School of Mathematics, Manchester University, UK
  • Postgraduate Studentship and Lecturer Assistant (1996–2000)
    Department of Mathematics, Manchester University, UK
  • Lecturer (1992–1996)
    Department of Mathematics, Helwan University, Egypt
  • Instructor (1987–1992)
    Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Egypt

Education 🎓

  • Doctor of Science (DSc) in Mathematics (2019)
    National University of Uzbekistan
    Dissertation: “Qualitative and Quantitative Features of Delay Differential Equations and Their Applications”
  • Ph.D. in Mathematics (2000)
    University of Manchester, UK
    Thesis: “Numerical Treatment of Delay Differential Equations in the Biosciences”
  • M.Sc. in Numerical Analysis (1992)
    Helwan University, Egypt
    Thesis: “Spectral and Pseudo-Spectral Method for Solving Partial Differential Equations Using Orthogonal Polynomials”
  • B.Sc. in Mathematics (1985)
    Alexandria University, Egypt, Graduated with Honours

Research Interests  On Statistical Analysis🔬

Prof. Fathalla A. Rihan leads two primary research groups:

  • Numerical Analysis & Mathematical Biology
    • Mathematical modeling of phenomena with time-lags (cell division, population dynamics, infectious diseases, etc.)
    • Numerical treatments for Ordinary, Partial, and Delay Differential Equations (DDEs), as well as Fractional Order Differential Equations
    • Parameter estimation and sensitivity analysis
  • Data Assimilation & Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP)
    • Advanced data assimilation techniques like 3DVar/4D-Var systems
    • Impact of Doppler radial velocities on analysis and forecasting

Research Projects 📊

  • 2024–2026: PI, AUA-UAEU Project: “Continuous Runge-Kutta Methods for Pantograph Delay Differential Equations”
  • 2022–2024: PI, ZU-UAEU Project: “Impact of Stochastic Noise on COVID-19 Dynamics in the UAE”
  • 2022: PI, SURE+ 2022 Program: “Mathematical Modeling of COVID-19 in the UAE”
  • 2021–2023: PI, UPAR-UAEU Project: “Quantitative Features of Delay Differential Equations in Biological Systems”
  • 2017–2019: PI, SQU/UAEU Project: “Delay Differential Models of Immune Response with Viral/Bacterial Infections”

Awards & Recognition 🏆

  • Resignation Award for Publications in Top 5% Journals (2023)
  • Member of Mohammed Bin Rashid Academy of Scientists (2021–present)
  • Top 2% World Scientist (Stanford University 2019–2022)
  • University Excellence Merit Allowance (2019–2020)
  • College Excellence Award for Service (2019–2020)
  • Distinguished Research Awards (2017–2019)
  • College Award for Scholarly Research (2014–2015)

Visitor ships 🌍

  • Research Visitor (2000–2001): Manchester University, UK
  • Research Visitor (2001): University of Hertfordshire, UK
  • Research Visitor (2003–2004): NCAR & Oklahoma Weather Center, USA

Publication Top Notes

Optimal control of glucose-insulin dynamics via delay differential model with fractional-order
    • Authors: Fathalla A. Rihan, K. Udhayakumar
    • Journal: Alexandria Engineering Journal
    • Year: 2025-02 🗓️
Modeling Hybrid Crossover Dynamics of Immuno‐Chemotherapy and Gene Therapy: A Numerical Approach
    • Authors: Muner M. Abou Hasan, Seham M. AL‐Mekhlafi, Fathala A. Rihan, Hannah A. Al‐Ali
    • Journal: Mathematical Methods in the Applied Sciences
    • Year: 2025-02-03 🗓️
Stabilization of bilinear systems with distributed delays using the Banach state space decomposition method
    • Authors: Ayoub Cheddour, Abdelhai Elazzouzi, Fathalla A. Rihan
    • Journal: IMA Journal of Mathematical Control and Information
    • Year: 2024-12-19 🗓️
Continuous Runge–Kutta schemes for pantograph type delay differential equations
    • Authors: Fathalla A. Rihan
    • Journal: Partial Differential Equations in Applied Mathematics
    • Year: 2024-09 🗓️
Fractional order delay differential model of a tumor-immune system with vaccine efficacy: Stability, bifurcation and control
    • Authors: Fathalla A. Rihan, K. Udhayakumar
    • Journal: Chaos, Solitons & Fractals
    • Year: 2023-08 🗓️