July 22, 2017
Dr. Melessew Nigussie
Bahir Dar University staff member and researcher at Washera Geospace and Radar Laboratory, Dr. Melessew Nigussie, has won the 2017 prestigious American Geophysical Union’s Africa Award for Research Excellence in Space Science.
American Geophysical Union (AGU), the world’s largest organization of Earth and space scientists, recognizes individuals every year through a renowned honor program for their exceptional achievements, outstanding contributions and service to the scientific community and attainment of eminence in Earth or space science fields, and this year’s award is given to Dr. Melessew Nigussie as the best space physics researcher in Africa, BDU added.
The world’s largest organization of Earth and space scientists honored 29 exceptional scientists and journalists.AGU said,
Our 2017 honorees’ work and scientific achievements embody AGU’s mission of promoting discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of society. Their discoveries or other contributions have helped improve the lives and prosperity of people and communities around the world. Their passion for scientific excellence and their dedication continues to enhance our understanding of Earth and space science.
He has been an assistant professor of Physics and Researcher, Physics Department, Bahir Dar University since. July 2014
Source: eos.org and BDU’s Facebook page.