
Researcher and Assistant professor
muluken.zegeye@bdu.edu.et +251-911048961 Postal Code, 6000, Bahir Dar,
Nationality: Ethiopia Sex: Male
https://www.linkedin.com/in/muluken-zegeye-getie-5a66a5156/
https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0003-4428-8643 Married
Professional Profile
Muluken Zegeye Geite (PhD) is a passionate and highly skilled researcher and Assistant Professor with a Ph.D. in Energy Engineering, specializing in renewable energy systems, energy modeling, and sustainable technology design. With extensive expertise in renewable energy conversion, efficiency improvement, and environmental impact assessment, I have led projects on household energy technologies, renewable-powered irrigation systems, water pumping solutions, and policy-driven interventions. My work focuses on clean energy access, energy policy, auditing, and energy dispatch optimization systems, particularly in resource-scarce areas. I bring substantial experience in project management, student mentorship, academic publishing, and fostering international collaborations. With advanced training in energy system explicit models and technology adaptation, I am committed to advancing sustainable energy solutions and achieving universal access to affordable, reliable, and modern energy.
Relevant skills: Energy system modeling, OSeMOSYS, MATLAB, Python, and Energy Dispatch Optimization.
Educational Background
- PhD in Energy: Université Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Belfort-France, 2021
- MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering: Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia, 2014
- BSc in Industrial Engineering: Mekelle University, Ethiopia, 2005
Professional Experience
Professional experience | Major accomplishments |
Assistant Professors, Bahir Dar institute of Technology, |
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16,04,21- to date |
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Lecturer, Bahir Darinstitute of Technology, 22,07,14- 15,04,21 |
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Assistant Lecturer, Bahir Dar institute of Technology, 22,03,2012- 21,07,2014 |
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Instructor, Bahir DarPolytechnic college, 15,04, 2008-21,03,2012 |
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Leadership experience
Professional experience | Major Responsibilities |
Deputy Scientific Director forResearch and Technology Transfer, Bahir Darinstitute of Technology, 25,03,24- to date |
improve research quality, and secure funding for innovation projects. |
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Research Director, Bahir Darinstitute of Technology, 23,02,22- 24,03,24 |
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Faculty Dean, Bahir Dar institute of Technology, 10,08,2015- 14,03,2018 |
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Income generation Coordinator, Bahir DarPolytechnic college, 24,12,2013- 05,09,2015 |
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Skills
- Proficient in energy modeling tools such as MATLAB, Python, and OSeMosys.
- Expertise in project management and interdisciplinary research coordination.
- Strong leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Experienced in academic publishing, journal editing, and peer reviewing.
Grants:
- Participated in more than 6 national and international grants as CO-PI for the past 5 years.
- Got International grant award on “Exploring the Implications of Households Cooking Entirely with Electricity in Ethiopia” from MECs program Loughborough University in the year 2022 as PI.
- As Deputy Scientific Director for Research and Technology Transfer, I am supervising over 30 nationally and internationally funded R&D projects. I oversee the innovation and makerspace, the University-Industry Engagement Office, and key research centers such as the Bahir Dar Energy Center, the Food and Nutrition Research Center, and the ICT4D Research Center. My role ensures the integration of research, innovation, and technology transfer to promote collaboration, impactful research, and sustainable development.
Awards and Recognitions
- Recognition for article publishing linked to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges between 2020 - 2022.
- Research innovation on solar cooker technology, 2023, National Award by dashen Kefeta
- Bruh2023 competition with innovative briquettes technology, 2023, Bruh Ethiopia national competition
- Supporting the advancement of women in the Energy sector through a role as mentor in the energizing Women to advance the Energy Transition Mentorship program (June 2021- Septemeber 2022.
- Successful completion of the Energy Modelling Platform for Africa (EMP-A) 2021 training program from 22 November to 10 December 2021, with specialization in the tracks of OSeMOSYS and FlexTool.
- Successful completion of seminar on electrification mode based on clean energy for road and belt countries from March 16-29/2023, in China
Professional Memberships
- Board member, Amhara metal development industry and technology enterprise from 2022-2023.
- Professional Member, Ethiopian Society of Mechanical Engineers (ESME)
Research Interests
- Renewable Energy Systems Design and Optimization
- Energy System Modeling and Simulation
- Sustainable Energy Technologies and Innovation
- Policy Development for Renewable Energy Integration
- Clean Energy Access and Energy Transition Strategies
Publications
Authored/co-authored nearly 35 peer-reviewed journal articles in high-impact journals. The deatails could be found: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=gAMXPVMAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao or https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Muluken-Getie-2
Key publications include:
- Bantelay Dessie Tarekegn, Gebresenbet Girma, Admasu Bimrew Tamrat, Tigabu Muluken Temesgen, Getie Muluken Zegeye (2024). Performance prediction of a pump as a turbine using energy loss analysis. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2024.09.028
- Feleke Dessalew Shite, Getie Muluken Z., Minale Temesgen Asefa: (2024), Numerical investigation of louver edges effect on the performances of louvered fin compact heat exchanger; Heliyon, Vol (10), https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e27254
- Demissie Yared A.; Abreham Rewla E., Wassie Hailemariam M., Getie Muluken Z.; (2024), Advancements in solar greenhouse dryers for crop drying; Energy reports, vo(11),PP (5046-5058) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2024.04.058.
- Wassie, Hailemariam M; Getie, Muluken Z; Alem, Mulat S; Kotu, Teshome B; Salehdress, Zelalem M; (2022), Experimental investigation of the effect of reflectors on thermal performance of box type solar cooker, Heliyon, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12324.
- Alemu, Molla Asmare; Getie, Muluken Zegeye; (2024), Experimental study on the performance of household electric cooking stoves: Locally made versus imported technologies; Energy Reports, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2023.11.045.
- Getie, Muluken Z; Lanzetta, François; Bégot, Sylvie; Admassu, Bimrew T; Djetel-Gothe, Steve; (2023), Parametric Investigation and Univariant Optimization of Domestic Stirling Refrigerator; International Journal of Energy Research
- Getie, Muluken Z; Lanzetta, François; Bégot, Sylvie; Admassu, Bimrew T; Djetel-Gothe, Steve; (2021).
- A non-ideal second order thermal model with effects of losses for simulating Beta-type Stirling refrigerating machine, International Journal of Refrigeration.
- Geite, Muluken Z.; Lanzetta, Francois; Begot, Sylvie; Admassu, Bimrew T.; DJETEL GOTHE, Steve; (2021), Performance analysis of Beta-type Stirling cycle refrigerator for different working fluids; EAI International Conference on Advancements of Science and Technology.
- Getie, Muluken Z; LANZETTA, Francois; BEGOT, Sylvie; ADMASSU, Bimrew T; (2021), Investigation of thermal and fluidic losses and their effect on the performances of a Stirling refrigerator Entropy: Thermodynamics–Energy–Environment–Economy.
- Zegeye Muluken, Tadiwos Tassew, Abdulkadir Aman; (2014). Optimal sizing of solar water pumping system for small scale irrigation: Case study of Dangila. International Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy.
- Getie, Muluken Z; Lanzetta, Francois; Begot, Sylvie; Admassu, Bimrew T; Hassen, Abdulkadir A; (2020), Reversed regenerative Stirling cycle machine for refrigeration application: a Review; International Journal of Refrigeration.
- Sylvie Bégot, Muluken Z. Getie, Alpha Diallo, François Lanzetta, Magali Barthès, Michel de Labachelerie; (2021), A Novel Model and Design of a MEMS Stirling Engine; International Journal of Heat and Technology.
- Cherkos, Tomas; Zegeye, Muluken; Tilahun, Shimelis; Avvari, Muralidhar; (2018), Examining significant factors in micro and small enterprises performance: case study in Amhara region, Ethiopia; Journal of Industrial Engineering International
- GETIE, Muluken Zegeye; DEGEFA, Mehare; (2020), Assessment of trend and determinant factors for household energy utilization choice in urban areas of Ethiopia: Case of eastern Amhara; Journal of Energy Management and Technology.
Conferences
- Participated in EAI International conference on the Advancement of Science and Technology as author, presenter, reviewer, organizing committee member, Conference general co-chair, and book editor for the conference proceeding for the last consecutive years
- Participated as committee member for 2023 IEEE International Conference on Omni- layer Intelligent Systems (COINS)
- Participated in the SFT French Thermal Congress from 2019 to 2021