Assoc Prof Dr. Kibur Hunie Tesfa | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award
Assoc Prof Dr. Kibur Hunie Tesfa, University of Gondar, Ethiopia
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kibur Hunie Tesfa is an esteemed academic and researcher at the University of Gondar, Ethiopia. With a focus on metabolic disorders, hypertension, and molecular genetics, Dr. Tesfa has contributed significantly to the study of public health in Ethiopia. His work includes influential research on the effects of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) gene polymorphisms, metabolic syndrome among epileptic patients, and the impact of liver function on visceral leishmaniasis patients.
Dr. Tesfa has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, and his expertise has garnered recognition in Ethiopia and beyond. He plays a pivotal role in both teaching and guiding research at the University of Gondar.
Education Qualification:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kibur Hunie Tesfa has an extensive academic background with degrees across multiple disciplines. He completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biochemistry at the University of Toronto, Canada (2008-2009), and earned his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Kingston University London, U.K. (2004-2008). Dr. Tesfa also holds dual MSc. degrees in Environmental Sciences from Mulhouse University, France (2001-2002), and Chemistry from Poitiers University, France (2000-2001). He began his academic journey with a BSc. in Chemistry from Poitiers University (1997-2000) and is currently pursuing a BA in Geez Language at the University of Gondar, Ethiopia (2019-2024), highlighting his interdisciplinary expertise and commitment to both science and cultural studies.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kibur Hunie Tesfa has served as an Associate Professor of Biochemistry and Organic Chemistry at the University of Gondar since 2016. He has played a pivotal role in academic leadership, having chaired the committee that designed the MSc Medical Biochemistry curriculum and launched the program. Dr. Tesfa has actively contributed to the academic community by mentoring female academics in manuscript writing and publication, providing training on gender equality, and advising MSc students in Organic Chemistry and Medical Biochemistry. Additionally, he has served as an internal and external examiner for graduate students while teaching both Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Notable Previous Positions:
From 2013 to 2016, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kibur Hunie Tesfa held key roles at Focal Point Research Inc. in Mississauga, ON, Canada. As a Senior Scientist/Consultant (2014-2016), he conducted research for clients, advised on product development and formulation choices, and provided critical support for ongoing patent projects. Prior to that, as a Scientific & Regulatory Affairs Associate (2013-2014), Dr. Tesfa offered formulation advice, prepared cosmetic notifications for Health Canada, reviewed product labels, and participated in business development. He also contributed to patent projects and developed stability and formulation protocols.
Scholarship And Awards:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kibur Hunie Tesfa has been recognized for his exceptional contributions to education and research throughout his career. In 2019, he received the Best Teacher Award from Pre-Clinical Medical Students at the University of Gondar, Ethiopia, reflecting his dedication to student learning. His academic achievements include securing the NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biochemistry at the University of Toronto (2008-2009) and the BPSRG Scholarship worth $108,000 for his Ph.D. studies in the U.K. (2004-2008). Dr. Tesfa was also honored with the Dean of Enterprise & Innovative Research Award from the University of London in December 2007, and he received multiple accolades for his research presentations at Kingston University, including the Best Research Presentation Award and Best Poster Presentation Award in 2005 and 2007, respectively. Additionally, he earned the Best Research Project Report Award at the University of Mulhouse, France, in January 2002.
Baylie, T., Ayelgn, T., Tiruneh, M., Tesfa, K.H. (2024).
“Effect of Ketogenic Diet on Obesity and Other Metabolic Disorders: Narrative Review.”
Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity, 17, pp. 1391–1401.
1 citation
Birhan, T.A., Molla, M.D., Tesfa, K.H. (2023).
“The effect of angiotensin converting enzyme gene insertion/deletion polymorphism on anthropometric and biochemical parameters among hypertension patients: A case-control study from Northwest Ethiopia.”
PLoS ONE, 18(5 May), e0285618.
2 citations
Kassaw, A.B., Endale, H.T., Tesfa, K.H., Molla, M.D. (2022).
“Metabolic syndrome and its associated factors among epileptic patients at Dessie Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northeast Ethiopia; a hospital-based comparative cross-sectional study.”
PLoS ONE, 17(12 December), e0279580.
2 citations
Birhan, T.A., Molla, M.D., Abdulkadir, M., Tesfa, K.H. (2022).
“Association of angiotensin-converting enzyme gene insertion/deletion polymorphisms with risk of hypertension among the Ethiopian population.”
PLoS ONE, 17(11 November), e0276021.
9 citations
Endale, H.T., Mengstie, T.A., Dawit, D.D., Dessie, G., Tesfa, K.H. (2021).
“Assessment of liver function test and associated factors among visceral leishmaniasis patients attending university of Gondar leishmaniasis research and treatment center, Northwest Ethiopia.”
PLoS ONE, 16(11 November), e0260022.
3 citations
Brawn, P., Tyrrell, E., Carew, M., Tesfa, K.H., Greenwood, I. (2012).
“A highly diastereoselective series of Nicholas cyclisation reactions of N-Boc-protected propargylamines.”
Tetrahedron, 68(48), pp. 10040–10048.
5 citations
Tyrrell, E., Tesfa, K.H., Greenwood, I., Mann, A. (2008).
“The synthesis and biological evaluation of a range of novel functionalised benzopyrans as potential potassium channel activators.”
Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry Letters, 18(3), pp. 1237–1240.
15 citations
Tyrrell, E., Millet, J., Tesfa, K.H., Tillett, C., Muller, C. (2007).
“A study into asymmetric Nicholas cyclisation reactions.”
Tetrahedron, 63(51), pp. 12769–12778.
12 citations
Tyrrell, E., Tesfa, K.H., Mann, A., Singh, K. (2007).
“Enantioselective alkynylation reactions to substituted benzaldehyde and salicylaldehyde derivatives: The effect of substituents upon the efficiency and enantioselectivity.”
Synthesis, 2007(10), pp. 1491–1498.
12 citations
Tyrrell, E., Tesfa, K.H., Millet, J., Muller, C. (2006).
“Enantioselective alkynylation reactions to aldehydes: The effects of aromatic substituents upon the enantioselectivity.”
Synthesis, 2006(18), pp. 3099–3105.
11 citations
