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Welcome to JU Data Science HUB 

At the Jimma University Agricultural Data Science Hub, we are at the forefront of transforming Ethiopia’s agricultural landscape through cutting-edge data science solutions. Agriculture is the backbone of Ethiopia’s economy, but it faces numerous challenges—from climate change to resource management. Our hub is dedicated to using data to address these issues and foster a sustainable, resilient agricultural future. Our initiatives are Digital Innovations for Agriculture; Data Generation and Repository Management; Social Innovation for Climate Adaptations; AI-Supported Analytics and Research

Digital Innovations for Agriculture

AI-Supported Analytics, Research Translation and
Digital Innovations Academy (A dedicated training platform)

Data Generation and Repository Management

Focuses on collecting, integrating, and managing datasets related to soil health, crop yields, weather patterns and related

Social Innovation for Climate Adaptations

Develops community-driven solutions to enhance climate resilience, helping local farmers adapt to changing weather patterns

AI-Supported Analytics and Research

Transforming data into actionable insights that can be applied to improve farming practices, mitigate risks, and promote sustainability.

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Our team

A professional team of experienced and competent specialists.

Fikadu Negese (PhD)

Fikadu Negese (PhD)

Job title
Project Team Member (plant ecologist)

a dedicated plant ecologist with a keen interest in the intricate dynamics of plant-insect interactions under the influence of climate chan... More Details

Milky Siefu

Milky Siefu

Job title
Data Engineer, Senior Software Developer

Milky Siefu is a experienced software developer with a proven track record in designing, developing, and deploying high-quality software sol... More Details

Dessalew Yohannes Bogale

Dessalew Yohannes Bogale

Job title
Project Team Leader

Master of Science degree in Computer Science, specializing in Data and Web Engineering from Addis Ababa University, coupled with over four... More Details

Wakwoya Adugna

Wakwoya Adugna

Job title
Project Team Member

Mr Wakwoya Adugna is Administrator of JUCAN Research Partnership at Jimma University. He obtained his BA and MBA from Jimma University. ... More Details

Ashenafi Belay Adugna (PhD)

Ashenafi Belay Adugna (PhD)

Job title
Project Team Member

Dr. Ashenafi Belay Adugna is an Associate Professor of African Literature at Jimma University with a specialization in environmental discour... More Details

Prof. Netsanet Workneh

Prof. Netsanet Workneh

Job title
Project Team Member

Professor Netsanet Workneh Gidi is a professor of pediatrics and child health at Jimma University with over twelve years of experience. She ... More Details

Our Partners

Long term partnerships with leading local and international companies