Yemane Berhane

Dr. Yemane Berhane is a distinguished academic and researcher affiliated with Addis Ababa University (School of Medicine) and institutions like the Addis Continental Institute of Public Health and Uppsala Universitet. His work spans public health, maternal and child health, HIV/AIDS, mental health, and nutrition.

• HIV/AIDS: Investigated access to HIV testing among female sex workers and treatment cascades in Ethiopia.
• Maternal Health: Studied healthcare-seeking behaviors in rural Amhara, dietary practices during pregnancy, and postnatal care disparities.
• Mental Health: Analyzed depression in healthcare workers during the pandemic and its impact on youth behavior.
• Nutrition & Chronic Disease: Explored dyslipidemia in Ethiopian workers and sedentary behavior risks.

His recent studies focus on non-communicable diseases and health equity, with a meta-analytic approach to maternal nutrition. He has secured funding from the National Institutes of Health, European Commission, and other global sponsors.

Grants & Collaborations: Supported by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, the Medical Research Council, the National Science Foundation, and the Horizon 2020 Framework Programme.