Journal of Chromatography & Separation Techniques

Journal of Chromatography & Separation Techniques
Open Access

ISSN: 2157-7064

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Melese Asfaw

Department of Chromatography, Mekelle University, Mekelle, Ethiopia

Biography

Dr. Melese Asfaw is a distinguished professor in the Department of Chromatography at Mekelle University, renowned for his contributions to the development and application of chromatographic techniques in environmental science, natural product analysis, and food safety. Dr. Asfaw is celebrated for his dedication to advancing analytical chemistry in resource-limited settings, emphasizing sustainable and practical solutions to regional challenges. Dr. Asfaw earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry from Addis Ababa University and completed his Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry at the University of Pretoria, South Africa. His doctoral research focused on the development of novel chromatographic methods for isolating and characterizing bioactive compounds from indigenous plant species. This work established him as a pioneer in utilizing chromatography for natural product analysis in Africa. Since joining Mekelle University in 2010, Dr. Asfaw has played a pivotal role in enhancing the university’s research and teaching capacities in analytical chemistry. His research interests include high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas chromatography (GC), and coupling chromatographic techniques with spectrometry for environmental and biological applications. His work has significantly advanced the analysis of natural products, environmental pollutants, and food contaminants, contributing to public health and environmental conservation efforts. Dr. Asfaw has authored more than 80 peer-reviewed articles in respected journals such as Journal of Chromatography A, Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry, and Food Chemistry. He is also a co-editor of the book Chromatography in Natural Products and Environmental Applications. His contributions have earned him several awards, including the African Union Research Excellence Award and the Ethiopian Chemical Society Medal of Honor.

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