Wallaga University - Ethiopia
Author Profile
SCOPUS
📚 Early academic pursuits
Habtamu Wuletawu began his academic journey with a strong interest in earth sciences. he earned his bachelor of science in geology from bahir dar university, ethiopia, in 2019, graduating with an impressive final grade of 3.77/4.0. his curiosity and dedication toward understanding the earth’s internal mechanisms led him to pursue a master of science in geophysics at addis ababa university. during his postgraduate studies (2021–2023), he maintained a stellar cgpa of 3.95/4.00 and successfully defended his thesis titled structure of the upper crust beneath the boku volcanic complex, main ethiopian rift: insight from gravity and magnetic data, passing with an excellent grade. his early research combined geophysical imaging with magnetic and gravity data to analyze subsurface volcanic activities—an approach that holds future potential in sectors such as power electronics, especially in geothermally active regions.
💼 Professional endeavors
Habtamu began his teaching career at wallaga university in 2019 as an assistant lecturer in the department of water resources and irrigation engineering. his dedication and academic merit quickly led to his promotion to lecturer and researcher in 2023. he has taught a variety of core subjects including principles of geophysics, exploration geophysics, engineering geology, and groundwater engineering. in parallel, he supervised student fieldwork in geological mapping, enhancing practical education in earth science. his teaching portfolio reflects a fusion of scientific rigor with field-based knowledge—concepts that align with the principles of power electronics in terms of integrating theory with application.
🧠 Contributions and research focus
Habtamu’s core research integrates geological and geophysical methodologies to investigate the earth’s internal structure, geodynamics, rift tectonics, and volcanic systems. during his Geophysics msc studies, he developed 2d forward gravity models and constructed a 3d geological interpretation model, revealing subsurface mid-upper crustal magmatic intrusions beneath the boku volcanic complex. this research contributes significantly to understanding tectonically active regions like the main ethiopian rift and can be foundational in identifying geothermal zones—regions which can be crucial for power electronics-based energy systems in the future.
🌍 Impact and influence
Habtamu has played a pivotal role in advancing geophysical studies in ethiopia, particularly in understanding the tectonic and volcanic nature of the main ethiopian rift. his integration of gravity and magnetic data has enabled more accurate subsurface mapping, aiding seismic hazard assessments and natural resource exploration. his influence is also evident in his mentorship and Geophysics academic contributions at wallaga university, where he is nurturing the next generation of geoscientists and engineers.
📖 Academic citations
While still at the early stages of his academic publishing career, habtamu is actively working on disseminating his research findings through peer-reviewed journals. his recent projects and Geophysics thesis work are being prepared for publication, focusing on crustal imaging, rift tectonics, and volcanic system dynamics. these publications are expected to receive citations from both regional and international researchers working in geodynamics, geothermal studies, and geophysical modeling.
🏆 Legacy and future contributions
Habtamu aims to further expand his research into advanced geophysical imaging techniques and interdisciplinary fields such as geo-energy systems and sustainable infrastructure development. he envisions applying his findings to power electronics-oriented geothermal energy solutions for the african rift region. as a dedicated educator and researcher, he plans to lead high-impact projects that integrate scientific research with real-world engineering applications. his long-term legacy lies in bridging geoscience research with sustainable energy development and policy.
Notable Publications
Title: Tectonic and magmatic segmentation interlinkage in the central main Ethiopian rift
Author(s): Shimels Wendwesen, Abera Alemu, Wubamlak Nigussie, Habtamu Wuletawu, Yoseph Muhabaw
Journal: Tectonophysics, 2025