Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus Holds 5th National Research Conference

Debre Berhan University Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus successfully hosted its 5th National Research Conference under the theme “Innovative Health Research for Sustainable Development” on May 2, 2026.

The conference brought together researchers, policymakers, academics, and health professionals to share research findings, exchange ideas, and strengthen collaborations aimed at addressing pressing health challenges.

During the opening session, Dr. Tewodros Kifleyohanes, Chief Executive Director of Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus, delivered the welcoming address. He noted that the campus has identified key research priority areas aligned with societal needs and emphasized its active role in the development and implementation of impactful health policies and programs. He further highlighted that the conference serves as an important platform for knowledge sharing and partnership building.

The conference was officially opened by Dr. Sisay Mulate (PhD), Vice President for Research and Technology Transfer at Debre Berhan University. In his speaking at the event, he stated that the campus has secured several competitive research grants and successfully implemented high-impact projects. These efforts, he explained, have strengthened institutional capacity, fostered interdisciplinary collaboration, and enhanced the university’s contribution to scientific advancement and societal development. He also underscored the significant progress made in improving research capacity and outputs in recent years.

Dr. Aklilu Alemu, Knowledge Management Director at the Armauer Hansen Research Institute, delivered the keynote address. He emphasized that strengthened collaboration between the university and the institute will play a critical role in advancing joint academic and research initiatives, particularly in the extraction and scientific application of indigenous knowledge.

As stated by the main conference organizing body, the Research Affairs Directorate, led by its Director, Lemma Getacher(PhD), presenters at this annual national conference were selected from across Ethiopia, including Debark University, Bahir Dar University, Mettu University, Wachemo University, the University of Gondar, and Debre Berhan University.

In his closing remarks, Esubalew Tesfahun(PhD), Director of the Research and Community Service Corporate Directorate at the campus, noted that the conference featured solution-oriented and sustainable research presentations, accompanied by in-depth discussions. He reaffirmed the campus’s commitment to organizing future health research conferences with a focus on practical, high-impact research led by experienced scholars.

The conference concluded with the awarding of certificates to participants who actively contributed and presented their research findings.