About
Dr. Tesfaye Haile Habtemariam earned his bachelor's degree in chemistry from Debub University (now Dilla University) in 2003. In 2010, he completed his MSc in Inorganic Chemistry at Addis Ababa University, under the mentorship of Professors Yonas Chebude and V.J.T. Raju. Tesfaye pursued his Ph.D. in 2019 in Inorganic Chemistry at the same university, focusing on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for the photo-degradation of textile industry contaminants in wastewater, again under the guidance of Professors Yonas and Raju. As part of his Ph.D., he also served as a visiting researcher at the School of Chemistry, University of Nottingham, England.In 2010, Tesfaye joined Wolaita Sodo University’s Department of Chemistry as a lecturer in inorganic chemistry. He has been actively engaged in teaching and research, mentoring several MSc students. Additionally, he served as the Head of the Department of Chemistry at Wolaita Sodo University from November 2019 to November 2021.His research interests encompass a broad spectrum of cutting-edge topics in materials science and environmental engineering. He is particularly focused on the synthesis and characterization of inorganic materials, which form the foundation for many advanced technologies. Additionally, he delves into the synthesis and spectroscopy of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), exploring their unique properties and potential applications. One of the key areas of his research is utilizing MOFs for environmental remediation, where these materials can effectively capture and neutralize pollutants. Furthermore, he is deeply invested in nanotechnology for water and wastewater treatment, aiming to develop innovative solutions for clean water access. His work also includes photo-catalysis, leveraging light to drive chemical reactions for environmental and energy applications. Lastly, he investigates the adsorptive removal of environmental contaminants using porous materials, striving to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of pollution control methods. Together, these research interests contribute to advancing sustainable technologies and addressing critical environmental challenges.
Research
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Publication
1. Mamo, D.W., T.G. Asere, and T.H. Habtemariam, Adsorptive removal of Cr(VI) from aqueous solution using activated carbon of Enset root (Ensete ventricosum). Desalination and Water Treatment, 2025. 321: p. 101053.2. Mengesha, S.M., G.M. Abebe, and T.H. Habtemariam, Biosynthesis of CuO nanoparticle using leaf extracts of Ocimum lamiifolium Hochst. ex Benth and Withana somnifera (L) Dunal for antibacterial activity. Scientific Reports, 2024. 14(1): p. 23870.3. Kedir Sabir, F., et al., Biological Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles Using Fruit Extract of Ruta Chalepensis as Photolectrode for Dye Sensitized Solar Cell Application. ChemistrySelect, 2024. 9(38): p. e202401560.4. Habtemariam, T.H., V.J.T. Raju, and Y. Chebude, Pillared-Layer Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for Photodegradation of Methyl Orange in Wastewater. Advanced Optical Materials, 2023. 11(10): p. 2202843.5. Chufamo Jikamo, S., T. Haile Habtemariam, and T. Heliso Dolla, Polyaniline-ZnO−NiO Nanocomposite Based Non-enzymatic Electrochemical Sensor for Malathion Detection. Electroanalysis, 2023. 35(4): p. e202200317.6. Habtemariam, T.H., V.J.T. Raju, and Y. Chebude, Room temperature synthesis of pillared-layer metal–organic frameworks (MOFs). RSC Advances, 2022. 12(50): p. 32652-32658.7. Zewdu Tadesse, W., et al., The Determination of Caffeine Level of Wolaita Zone, Ethiopia Coffee Using UV-visible Spectrophotometer. American Journal of Applied Chemistry, 2016. 4(2): p. 59-63.
Contact
tesfaye.haile@wsu.edu.et
