About Ashebir Awoke
Ashebir Awoke is a Lecturer in the Department of Biology at Mizan-Tepi University, Ethiopia. He holds a BSc in Applied Biology from the University of Gondar, a PGDT in Pedagogical Sciences from Ambo University, and an MSc in Botanical Science from Mizan-Tepi University. His academic and research activities focus on ethnobotany, ethnobiology, ethnomedicine, biodiversity conservation, ecology, plant sciences, traditional ecological knowledge, and sustainable natural resource management.
His research primarily investigates medicinal plants, wild edible plants, ethnobotanical knowledge systems, indigenous healthcare practices, ethnoveterinary medicine, and biodiversity conservation in Ethiopia. He has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in internationally recognized journals, including the Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine, Scientific Reports, BMC Plant Biology, BMC Ecology and Evolution, Tropical Medicine and Health, Ethnobotany Research and Applications, and BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies. His work contributes to documenting and preserving indigenous knowledge while promoting evidence-based conservation and sustainable utilization of biological resources.
In addition to his research, Ashebir Awoke actively participates in scientific reviewing, research methodology training, academic mentoring, and interdisciplinary collaborations. His current interests include quantitative ethnobiological methods, traditional ecological knowledge assessment, biodiversity conservation, medicinal plant research, climate change impacts on biological resources, and the application of modern analytical approaches in ethnobiology and ecology.
Through his teaching, research, and community-engaged scholarship, he aims to advance the understanding of human–environment interactions and support the conservation of biological and cultural diversity in Ethiopia and beyond.
Disciplines
Botany, Ethnobiology, Ethnobotany, Biodiversity, Ecology
Recent Comments
On behalf of Mizan Tepi University, it is my great pleasure to congratulate you on being awarded the JEET Emerging Scientist Award in Ethnobiology.
Established in 2025, this prestigious award recognizes early-career researchers whose work demonstrates both scientific excellence and meaningful impact. Your contributions to Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine truly embody these ideals expanding knowledge while uplifting local communities and honoring Indigenous Peoples through inclusive and respectful research.
This honor is not only a reflection of your dedication and innovative scholarship but also of your commitment to ensuring that science remains deeply connected to people, cultures, and the environment. We are confident that your future work will continue to inspire, foster collaboration, and set new standards of excellence in the field.
I am also very proud that my name, Ashebir Awoke, is listed among the shortlisted candidates for the JEET Prize Award an honor I deeply cherish.
Once again, congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. We look forward to celebrating the important contributions you will continue to make in the years ahead.
With warm regards and best wishes,
Ashebir Awoke
Mizan Tepi University
To the JEET Award Selection Committee,
I am honored to nominate Ashebir Awoke, a dedicated and innovative early-career researcher, for the JEET Emerging Scientist Award in Ethnobiology. Ashebir Awoke has demonstrated exceptional promise through pioneering research that bridges traditional ecological knowledge and scientific inquiry, particularly in the areas of ethnobotany or indigenous plant use. Their work not only advances academic understanding but also uplifts indigenous voices and promotes conservation practices deeply rooted in local cultures. With a strong publication record, active fieldwork, and community-based collaboration, he exemplify the values that this award seeks to honor.
Ashebir Awoke completed his terminal degree in 4 year and has since been involved in a range of interdisciplinary projects, contributing significantly to both scientific literature and grassroots development. He have been invited to present research at national and international forums and have mentored students in both formal academic settings and field-based community workshops. I am confident that Ashebir Awoke contributions will continue to shape the future of ethnobiology, and I strongly recommend him for this prestigious recognition. Please find the required nomination materials attached for your consideration.