PROFESSIONAL PROFILE¶
Computational physicist and nuclear science specialist with dual M.Sc. degrees in Nuclear Science & Technology and Statistical & Computational Physics. Demonstrated expertise in reactor safety analysis, Monte Carlo simulation (MCNP), and high-fidelity modeling of Generation III+ passive reactor systems. Proven academic leader with extensive experience in curriculum development, graduate supervision, and laboratory modernization. Seeking PhD training in Nuclear Power Engineering to advance coupled neutronics/thermal-hydraulics research and contribute to Ethiopia’s nuclear energy capacity building upon return.
EDUCATION¶
| Year | Degree | Institution | Thesis | Advisors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2016 – Feb 2018 | M.Sc. in Nuclear Science and Technology | Alexandria University, Egypt | Reactor Safety Calculation of AP1000 PWR Reactor: A Monte Carlo Simulation | Prof. Alya Bedawi, Dr. Nader Mohamed |
| Sep 2010 – Feb 2014 | M.Sc. in Statistical and Computational Physics | Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia | Thesis: Adsorption of a Single Polymer Chain on a Rough Surface: A Monte Carlo Simulation | Dr. Tateke Yirgu, Dr. Mulugeta Bekele |
| Sep 2005 – Jul 2008 | B.Sc. in Applied Physics | Hawassa University, Ethiopia | Project: A Review of Operational Principles of Solar Cells | Dr. Tizau Masresha, Mr. Bereket Medhanie |
Focus:¶
Reactor safety analysis, neutronics modeling, MCNP simulation, thermal-hydraulic phenomena in PWR systems Scholarship: IAEA AFRA Full Scholarship
Stochastic modeling, Fortran-based code development, statistical mechanics applications
Key Courses:¶
Nuclear Physics, Computational Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics, Mathematical Methods of Physics
Honors:¶
Dean’s List (6 times), Top Scorer (Class of 2008), College Academic Excellence Award (2007)
My Universities¶
