Mr. Melkamu Abere Erku | Ecology | Best Research Article Award

Ethiopian Forestry Development Bahir Dar Center | Ethiopia

Mr. Melkamu Abere Erku is a dedicated forest researcher with extensive expertise in forest ecology, biodiversity, and sustainable forest resource management. His work spans a wide range of topics, including tree species composition, forest structure, growth performance, biomass assessment, and the utilization of non-timber forest products such as gum, resin, and wild fruits. He has conducted in-depth studies on African baobab (Adansonia digitata), exploring its population status, phenological characteristics, germination responses, and traditional uses among different ethnic groups, as well as research on highland and lowland bamboo species in Ethiopia. Melkamu applies advanced field survey techniques and statistical analyses using software such as SPSS, SAS, and R to derive insights from ecological and forest management data. His research contributes to understanding species-site suitability, forest regeneration, climate change mitigation, and sustainable utilization practices. He has a strong record of scientific publications in international journals and actively disseminates his findings through conferences and workshops. Beyond research, Melkamu is passionate about knowledge sharing, conservation education, and community engagement, including volunteering to support children in need. With skills in project management, data analysis, and forest inventory, he combines scientific rigor with practical strategies for forest conservation and climate-resilient resource management.

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Featured Publications

Tesema, H. A., Abere, M., & Yimer, H. (2025). Identification and utilization of underutilized gum‐ and resin‐bearing tree species in two districts of Somali Region, Ethiopia. International Journal of Forestry Research.

Mengistu, M. A., Abere, M., Gasheye, D., Asfaw, M. J., & Ayana, D. A. (2025). Germination response and seedling growth performance of Adansonia digitata L. tree seeds under innocuous pre-treatment techniques for efficient seedling production. Rhizosphere.

Gasheye, D., Abere, M., Ayal, M., Yilma, Z., Getahun, A., Getnet, A., & Worku, T. (2025). Population structure, phenological characteristics, and fruit yield potential of Ximenia americana in Quara district, Alitash National Park, West Gondar Zone of Ethiopia. Discover Plants.

Worku, T., Abere, M., Guday, S., Getie, S., Teshager, Z., Agidie, A., & Eshete, A. (2025). Growth performance and biomass of selected indigenous tree species in the permanent nursery, Addis Zemen, Northwest Ethiopia. International Journal of Forestry Research.

Abere, M., Yilma, Z., Tsegie, T., Eshete, A., & Alemu, A. (2023). Population structure and phenological attributes of Adansonia digitata L. (baobab) in northwestern lowland area of Ethiopia. Heliyon.