Mr. Mitiku Badasa Moisa | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Wollega University | Ethiopia
Author Profile
🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Mr. Mitiku Badasa Moisa embarked on his educational journey at Gunjo Primary School and later advanced through Sire Secondary and Preparatory Schools in Ethiopia. Demonstrating early aptitude in science and geography, he pursued a B.Sc. degree in Geo-Information Science from Wollega University. His academic dedication led him to earn an M.Sc. in Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing from Jimma University, marking the foundation of his career in geospatial sciences.
🏢 Professional Endeavors
With over 9 years of experience in teaching, research, and community service at Wollega University, Mr. Moisa has emerged as a committed academic and mentor. He is actively engaged in scholarly communication, serving as an academic editor for PLOS ONE, a board member at Global Open Share Publishing, and part of editorial teams for BIJCEES, Acta Scientific, and other high-impact journals. He has reviewed over 100 international research papers, underlining his pivotal role in upholding academic standards.
🧠 Contributions and Research Focus
Mr. Moisa’s scholarly pursuits are deeply rooted in geospatial analysis, environmental monitoring, urban studies, land use and land cover (LULC) change, and drought assessment. His research spans satellite-based rainfall prediction, urban sprawl dynamics, surface water irrigation mapping, soil erosion assessment using RUSLE, and thermal environmental studies. His active role as a team leader in the IHE-funded “ABCDryBASIN” project emphasizes his practical contribution to climate resilience and water resource justice through indigenous knowledge and smart tools.
🏅 Accolades and Recognition
Mr. Moisa’s academic stature is reflected in his publication record of over 49 peer-reviewed articles indexed in Scopus and Web of Science. His work has appeared in renowned journals such as Heliyon, Geocarto International, Water, Applied Geomatics, Cogent Social Sciences, and Environmental Earth Sciences. This prolific output not only enriches global scientific dialogue but also positions him as a leading voice in environmental geoinformatics.
🌍 Impact and Influence
The reach of Mr. Moisa’s research is extensive, influencing policymakers, academic peers, and development practitioners working in agriculture, climate adaptation, water management, and urban planning. His interdisciplinary methods and commitment to integrating indigenous knowledge with cutting-edge geospatial technologies bridge scientific inquiry and practical impact, especially in Ethiopia’s climate-vulnerable regions.
🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions
Looking ahead, Mr. Moisa is well-positioned to continue shaping sustainable development strategies through his expertise in GIS and remote sensing. His future work promises to refine spatial planning tools, support data-driven policy, and contribute to global efforts in combating climate change and environmental degradation. His dedication to mentoring students and participating in global academic discourse ensures his legacy will inspire future generations of geoscientists.
Publications
📄 Spatial analysis of land use and cover changes: Implications of green legacy initiative on climate action in Upper Awash Basin, Ethiopia
Authors: Zenebe Reta Roba, Mitiku Badasa Moisa, Tigist Girum Aymeku, Damena Edae Daba, Dessalegn Obsi Gemeda
Journal: Trees, Forests and People
Year: 2025
📄 Assessing the impacts of forest cover change on carbon stock and soil moisture dynamics using geospatial techniques: a case study of Nensebo forest, Southern Ethiopia
Authors: Zenebe Reta Roba, Mitiku Badasa Moisa, Sanju Purohit, Kiros Tsegay Deribew, Dessalegn Obsi Gemeda
Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
Year: 2025
📄 Assessment of soil erosion and sediment yield in response to land use and land cover changes using geospatial techniques in Dumuga Watershed, Ethiopia
Authors: Zenebe Reta Roba, Mitiku Badasa Moisa, Sanju Purohit, Kiros Tsegay Deribew, Dessalegn Obsi Gemeda
Journal: All Earth
Year: 2025
📄 Quantifying urbanization-induced dynamics of urban sprawl using spatial metrics method in Adama City, Ethiopia
Authors: Shimelis Sishah Dagne, Hurgesa Hundera Hirpha, Addisu Teshome Tekoye, Zenebe Reta Roba, Mitiku Badasa Moisa
Journal: Cogent Social Sciences
Year: 2025