University of Gondar

Woody species diversity, management and its importance in agroforestry practice in North-western Ethiopia

Abstract Agroforestry, integrating crops, trees, and livestock, is an important land-use practice, yet it remains poorly documented in Ethiopia’s Quara district. This study assessed the diversity, management, and importance of woody species in the highlands of Quara. Data were co...

Hybrid dynamic feature convolution with transformer fusion model for the detection of intrusion during manufacturing process

Intrusion detection is essential in contemporary manufacturing systems. These are vulnerable to various cyber threats due to the integration of cyber-physical systems and continuous data exchange. Traditional intrusion detection systems include statistical models and standard mac...

Immunoinformatics-guided in silico design of a multi-epitope peptide vaccine against Mycobacterium tuberculosis

Abstract Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) , remains a leading global health challenge, exacerbated by the limitations of the current Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG) vaccine and the emergence of multidrug-resistant strains. Thus, there is a critical nee...

Burden of Hepatitis B virus infection among pregnant women attending antenatal care clinic at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection poses a serious public health challenge globally. Despite HBV vaccination providing over 95% protection against chronic infection, mother-to-child transmission remains the leading cause of a higher prevalence of HBV infection. Thus, this study ai...

Isolation and identification of Pseudomonas fluoeroscens and evaluation of its antimicrobial sensitivity from fish in Lake Haramaya, East Hararghe Zone, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia

Abstract Pseudomonas fluorescens ( P. fluorescens ) is an opportunistic Gram-negative bacterium associated with disease in freshwater and marine fish, resulting in economic losses to aquaculture. This study aimed to isolate and identify P. fluorescens from wild Nile tilapia ( Ore...

Oral anticoagulant use and incident dementia in atrial fibrillation by baseline LIBRA score: a population-based cohort study using the 45 and up study

Abstract Background Oral anticoagulants (OACs), particularly direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), may lower dementia risk, but existing studies are constrained by incomplete dementia ascertainment, short follow-up, and lack of evaluation of individual agents or baseline lifestyle-...

The intention of community pharmacy professionals to provide vaccination services: using the theory of planned behavior model

Community pharmacies play a crucial role in expanding access to vaccination services. Vaccination services in Ethiopia can significantly enhance public health services by improving vaccine accessibility. However, pharmacist-led vaccination services are not yet available. This stu...

The predictive influence of principals’ ethical leadership on teacher work engagement in secondary schools

This study investigates the influence of principals’ ethical leadership practices on teacher work engagement in public secondary schools in the West Gondar Zone Administration, Ethiopia. Grounded in Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) theory and Social Exchange Theory (SET), the researc...

Isolated retroiliac ureter causing hydronephrosis in a young adult female: a case report

Abstract Background A retroiliac ureter is an exceptionally rare congenital anomaly characterized by a posterior course of the ureter relative to the iliac vessels. Its nonspecific clinical and radiological features frequently lead to misdiagnosis, and definitive diagnosis is oft...

A Blockchain–Artificial Intelligence Hybrid Framework for Secure Assessment, Quality Assurance, and Student Trust in Distance Education

Abstract: The rapid expansion of distance education has increased access to learning but has also intensified challenges related to assessment security, academic integrity, quality assurance, and student trust. Conventional Learning Management Systems (LMS) often rely on centrali...

Development and Characterization of Functionally Graded Sisal/Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites

Structural applications require materials that provide an optimal balance of strength, durability, and sustainability. This study develops functionally graded sisal/glass fiber-reinforced polymer composites and evaluates their tensile, compressive, and flexural properties, as wel...

Post-abortion contraceptive uptake of clients and its related factors in Northwest Ethiopia, 2020

The post-abortion period is the right time to introduce contraceptive services as women’s fertility returns early. A majority of women in Ethiopia had an abortion for unwanted pregnancies and this cycle could continue unless contraceptive counseling and services are available and...