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Dr. Gadissa Bedada Hundie

About: Dr. Gadissa Bedada Hundie is a distinguished researcher with a focus on infectious diseases and public health, particularly within the context of low-income settings. His academic and research journey has included significant affiliations with prominent institutions, such as St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College in Ethiopia, where he contributed to research from 2019 to present. Prior to this, he was associated with Erasmus MC in the Netherlands and Addis Ababa University, enriching his expertise in epidemiology, molecular biology, and virology. Dr. Gadissa Bedada Hundie's research portfolio is marked by a commitment to understanding and addressing pressing health challenges in low-resource settings. His recent publications reflect a diverse range of topics, including the phenotypic drug resistance patterns of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and the molecular epidemiology and genetic diversity of viral infections such as hepatitis B and C and coronaviruses. Notably, his work on wastewater-based surveillance for tracking COVID-19 outbreaks demonstrates innovative approaches to public health monitoring. His work not only advances scientific knowledge but also aims to improve health outcomes in vulnerable populations, making him a key figure in the ongoing efforts to combat infectious diseases in Ethiopia and beyond. In addition to his research contributions, Hundie has received sponsorship from esteemed organizations, including the Netherlands fellowship program and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), underscoring his impact in the field. He has served in several academic positions, including microbiology, immunology, and parasitology department head; IRB chairperson; and COVID-19 laboratory managing director. Currently, he is an associate professor of virology and research directorate director at St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College.