Nebiyou Yemanebrhane Woldeamanuele

Nebiyou Yemanebrhane Woldeamanuele

Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia

Email: nebilyma@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

 

VALIDATE Role:

Network Affiliate

 

Research Keywords:

TB, Mycobacterium, Leishmaniasis, Vaccine and Immunology

 

Biography:

Mr. Nebiyou Yemanebrhane is currently pursuing a PhD in Tropical and Infectious Diseases, with a specialized focus on childhood tuberculosis (TB), particularly in remote and underserved regions of Ethiopia. My research delves into the unique challenges of diagnosing and treating TB in paediatric populations, aiming to develop and optimize diagnostic tools specifically tailored for children. This work addresses critical gaps in early detection and intervention, contributing to the broader goal of enhancing vaccine efficacy and accessibility for vulnerable populations. My research involves field studies to understand barriers to TB care and the development of strategies to improve healthcare delivery in hard-to-reach areas, reflecting a commitment to addressing significant global health challenges.

Mr. Nebiyou Yemanebrhane, with extensive experience in laboratory quality management and diagnostics, combines this expertise with a deep research focus on childhood TB. My professional background includes developing and implementing laboratory quality systems, such as method validation and accreditation processes, which are integral to ensuring the reliability and accuracy of diagnostic tools used in vaccine research. By integrating my laboratory quality management skills with my research on childhood TB, I aim to bridge the gap between diagnostic innovation and practical application, ultimately advancing TB vaccine effectiveness and improving health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries.

 

Key Publications:

  • Yenealem D, Kedir S, MekonnenWubie A, et al. HIV Rapid Test Performance among Health Facilities enrolled in HIV Rapid Test Quality Improvement Initiative (RTQII) in Ethiopia. Research Square; 2022.
  • Feleke DG, Yemanebrhane N. Trichomonas vaginalis infection in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J STD AIDS. 2022 Mar;33(3):232-241.
  • Kebede A, Lanyero B, Beyene B, Mandalia ML, Melese D, Girmachew F, et al. Expanding molecular diagnostic capacity for covid-19 in Ethiopia: Operational implications, challenges and lessons learnt. Pan Afr Med J. 2021;38(April):1–11.
  • Feleke DG, Alemu Y, Bisetegn H, Mekonnen M, Yemanebrhane N. Intestinal parasitic infections and associated factors among street dwellers and prison inmates: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One. 2021;16(8 August).
  • Feleke DG, Alemu Y, Yemanebrhane N. Performance of rapid diagnostic tests, microscopy, loop ‑ mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) and PCR for malaria diagnosis in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta ‑ analysis. Malar J. 2021; 1–12.
  • Abera A, Belay H, Zewude A, Gidey B, Nega D, Dufera B. Establishment of COVID-19 testing laboratory in resource-limited settings: challenges and prospects reported from Ethiopia. Globl Health Action. 2020;13(1).
  • Desalegn DM, Taddese BD, Yemanebrhane N, Getahun MS, Kitila KT, Dinku TT, et al. Medical laboratory accreditation in a resource-limited district health center laboratory, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Afr J Lab Med. 2019;8(1):1–5.
  • Hailu HA, Yalew A, Desale A, Asrat H, Kebede S, Dejene D, et al. Physicians’ satisfaction with clinical laboratory services at public hospitals in Ethiopia: A national survey. PLoS One. 2020;15(4):1–11.
  • Hailu HA, Desale A, Yalew A, Asrat H, Kebede S, Dejene D, et al. Patients' satisfaction with clinical Laboratory Services in Public Hospitals in Ethiopia. BMC Health Serv Res. 2020 Jan 3;20(1):13.
  • Yemanebrhane N, Addise D, Abebe N, Abebe F, Shewa Amare A, Tsegaye A. Magnitude of Hepatitis B Virus and Hepatitis C Virus among HAART Taking Patients and Association with Liver and Renal Function and CD4+ T Cells Level. J AIDS Clin Res. 2017;08(06):4–11.