Mr. Desalegn Ararso: Evidence Synthesis

🌍 Dr. Desalegn Ararso, an Adjunct Senior Fellow at the University of Adelaide, Australia, has been a stalwart in Public Health research. Since December 2015, he has been contributing significantly as a Public Health researcher at the Ethiopian Public Health Institute. His academic journey includes a PhD fellowship in Tropical & Infectious Diseases from Addis Ababa University in 2019, complementing his Master of Public Health from the same institution in 2011. Dr. Ararso’s expertise extends to academia, having served as a Lecturer in Public Health at Adama Hospital Medical College. His current research focuses on immunization program performance, showcasing his dedication to global health. 💡🔬🌐

Professional Profiles:

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Education:

🗓️ Dr. Desalegn Ararso, currently an Adjunct Senior Fellow at the School of Public Health, University of Adelaide, Australia (since June 2022), is a dedicated public health researcher. Since December 2015, he has been instrumental in the Knowledge Translation Directorate of the Ethiopian Public Health Institute. Previously, from May 2012 to November 2015, he served as a Lecturer in Public Health at Adama Hospital Medical College in the Oromia Region. Dr. Ararso’s rich academic background includes a significant role as Academic Vice Dean at Shashemene Health Science College from September 2006 to January 2009. 🌐👨‍⚕️📚

Experience:

🎓 Dr. Desalegn Ararso, a distinguished scholar, earned his PhD in Tropical & Infectious Diseases from Addis Ababa University in 2019. His academic journey includes a Master of Public Health from Addis Ababa University in 2011 and a BSc in Medical Laboratory Technology from Jimma University in 2005. As a dedicated researcher, he has completed impactful projects, including a comprehensive analysis of immunization program performance in Ethiopia and prioritizing barriers. Currently, he is actively involved in evaluating measles vaccine strategies using the CAPACITI tool of WHO, showcasing his commitment to advancing public health. Dr. Ararso’s collaboration with WHO reflects his global impact and leadership. 🌐🔬💉

Publication Top Note:

• The potential of addressing asymptomatic malaria in the context of malaria elimination in Ethiopia: Scoping review
  • Ararso, D., Animut, A., Golassa, L., Dugassa, S.
  • 2023

• Mentorship on malaria microscopy diagnostic service in Ethiopia: baseline competency of microscopists and performance of health facilities

  • Gidey, B., Nega, D., Abera, A., …Woyessa, A., Abate, E.
  • 2021