Addis Ababa University

Prevalence of malaria and its determinants among urban residents in central Ethiopia: health center- and household-based study

Urban malaria has emerged as a growing public health concern. Malaria prevalence and its contributing factors were investigated in Akaki Kality Sub-City, Addis Ababa. From March to December 2024, a repeated cross-sectional study of malaria was conducted in health centers and hous...

Policy Coherence and Institutional Responses to Climate Mobility in Ethiopia: Assessing National and Regional Frameworks

Background Climate-induced human mobility is a defining challenge in the Horn of Africa, yet the governance architecture designed to manage it is fraught with fragmentation. This article assesses the state of policy coherence for climate mobility governance, analyzing the interpl...

Association of Moringa stenopetala based dietary consumption with thyroid function among adults in southern Ethiopia: a multicenter comparative cross-sectional study

Thyroid hormones, including triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), are synthesized by the thyroid gland and play essential roles in regulating metabolism, growth, and neurodevelopment. Prolonged consumption Moringa stenopetala based diet has been suggested as a potential risk...

Recombinant antigens derived from Rickettsia prowazekii GltA: from in silico design to preliminary serological evaluation

Epidemic typhus, caused by Rickettsia prowazekii , remains a re-emerging public health concern in resource-limited and conflict-affected regions, underscoring the need for improved diagnostic tools. Although the citrate synthase (GltA) gene is widely used as a molecular diagnosti...

Evaluation of venous thromboprophylaxis practices and factors associated with inappropriate use in hospitalized medical patients in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a retrospective observational study

Hospitalization increases the chance of developing venous thromboembolism. Moreover, the risk of thromboembolism of the veins will be increased by co-morbidities, surgery, and current infections, which emphasizes the necessity of meticulous evaluation of high-risk patients and pr...

Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi spore density and species diversity varied within plants species and between dry Afromontane forests in northwestern Ethiopia

Ethiopian Afromontane forests are rich in biodiversity and they a part of the eastern biodiversity hotspot. However, they are the most degraded ecosystems, continuously shrinking in size. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) form a symbiotic association with land plants; thereby as...

Cervical cancer prevention and control strategy in Ethiopia: key informant clinicians’ perspective

Abstract Background: Cervical cancer is a major public health burden in Ethiopia, ranking second among women and disproportionately affecting HIV-positive individuals. In 2020, an estimated 7,445 new cases and 5,338 deaths occurred. Thus, accurate diagnosis, treatment, and pallia...

Loss of salt iodization harmed child survival and academic achievement in Ethiopia

Abstract The introduction of salt iodization is associated with improved health and socioeconomic outcomes, but is not yet universally adopted and not always sustained. Using a quasi-experimental event study with difference-in-differences over space and time, we quantify the impa...

Current and future habitat suitability of Moringa stenopetala (Bak.f.) Cuf. (Moringaceae) in Ethiopia under climate change: implications for agroforestry and investment planning

Moringa stenopetala is an important multipurpose tree recognized for its nutritional, medicinal, and socioeconomic value. Although widely utilized by communities in southern Ethiopia, the species remains underutilized and has a relatively restricted natural distribution, occurrin...

Development and validation of the personal recovery scale (ReConnect) for mental health in Ethiopia

Background: Socio-cultural context is crucial for conceptualising personal recovery in mental health, but existing measures are from Western, high-income countries. Aim: To develop and validate a mental health personal recovery measure for people with mental health conditions in...

Prevalence and determinants of anxiety and depression among children and adolescents undergoing cancer treatment at a tertiary hospital in a resource-limited setting

Childhood cancer significantly impacts the mental health and overall well-being of children and adolescents. Mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, are common among these children. These conditions can lead to long-term consequences, including poor psychosocial fun...

Suicidal behavior and subjective mental well-being among conflict-affected high school students in the North Wollo Zone, Ethiopia: a multilevel analysis

Adolescents living in conflict-affected areas have higher rates of suicidal behaviors and lower subjective mental well-being than adolescents living outside war-affected areas. However, the extent of the problem might be much greater than we can imagine in northern Ethiopia due t...

Artificial intelligence and machine learning in photocatalytic nanomaterials: applications across diverse environmental pollutants

Escalating environmental pollution, particularly from persistent organic pollutants, dyes, pharmaceuticals, and other recalcitrant contaminants in wastewater and air, demands innovative, efficient, and sustainable remediation technologies. Nanomaterials-based photocatalysis is a...

Financial literacy and performance of micro and small enterprises: The mediating role of fintech adoption

Amid rapid technological change and complex financial markets, integrating knowledge resources and technological capabilities is a strategic way to address the challenges facing micro and small enterprises and to bolster their performance. Drawing on the knowledge-based view and...

Inappropriate stress ulcer prophylaxis and associated factors in critically ill patients in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a multicenter prospective observational study

Abstract Several consensus guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations for appropriate stress ulcer prophylaxis (SUP) use in critically ill patients. However, inappropriate prophylactic use remains common globally. A critical knowledge gap exists regarding SUP prescribing p...

Public Perceptions of National Identity in Ethiopia: Addis Ababa as a Capital City Lens

Using Addis Ababa as a capital city lens of larger national dynamics, this study examines how ordinary citizens perceive national identity through the lens of everyday nationalism. It has used a mixed-methods approach, including focus groups, interviews, and surveys. The findings...

Synergies and Trade‐Offs Among the Economic, Social, and Environmental Impacts of Sustainability Standards in Smallholder Coffee Systems

ABSTRACT Understanding the interrelationships among economic, social, and environmental outcomes is central to achieving sustainable development, particularly within agricultural systems that face the dual challenge of productivity and sustainability. In response, Voluntary Susta...

Tongue swab Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra for tuberculosis diagnosis in Ethiopian prisons

Tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis remains a major challenge in Ethiopian prisons, where access to diagnostics is limited. Current TB diagnostic strategies in Ethiopian prisons rely primarily on sputum-based testing. However, sputum collection is often challenging due to logistical barr...

The causal effect of drought on energy poverty

<title>Abstract</title> We use nationally representative panel data from rural areas and small towns in Ethiopia, matched with fine-resolution weather data, to investigate the impact of drought on energy poverty. Energy poverty is measured using the Multidimensional Energy Povert...

A case of echinococcosis presenting as a slowly growing isolated neck mass in southern Ethiopia: a case report

Echinococcosis, a zoonotic infection caused by Echinococcus granulosus , is a parasitic disease that primarily affects the liver and lungs. However, it can also involve other organs, including the head and neck, although this is extremely rare. We report the case of a 19-year-old...