University for Industry

Publication

Research Award

Discover

Our story

AASTU is organized by a systematic alignment of its academic colleges and eight specialized centers of excellences (CoEs) for research, innovation and technology transfer to engage in an industry geared integrated applied research and development in the nationally prioritized thematic areas.

Consultancy

Events

Conference

Offices

#1

Research & Centers of Excellence Directorate

Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
Construction Quality and Technology
High-Performance Computing and Big Data Analytics
Mineral Exploration, Extraction and Processing
Nanotechnology
Nuclear Reactor Technology
Sustainable Energy

#2

Community Engagement Directorate

Community Service Project

Building a Personal Development and Entrepreneurship Paradigm in Addis Ababa Science and Technology University: Cultivating Visionary, Creative and Responsible Citizens

The project is funded by AASTU and it has three phases. The first phase is completed with a budget of 316,600.00ETB and the second is ongoing with a budget of 386,200.00ETB. The third phase will be allowed based on the performance evaluation of the second phase. The trainees are coming from AASTU community, private sector and government offices and local community. It has a media coverage radio program on FM 102.1. The project has three years life time from 2015/2016- 2017/2018.

#3

University-Industry linkage & Technology Transfer Directorate

Addis Ababa Science and Technology University is established to play a vanguard role in the industrialization process of the country. It is expected to produce qualified human resource in science and technology that are geared towards conducting demand—driven research and technology transfer. Thus capitalize human resource to accelerate the economic growth through industrialization and eradicate poverty.

In order to meet this expectation the university has proclaimed its mission to unreservedly serve the industry through quality demand-driven research and technology transfer and become a “University for Industry”. To achieve this mission, the university has given special attention to strength its collaboration with local strategic industries as part of the University –Industry Linkage and Technology Transfer (UIL&TT) scheme.

Key facts about Research

Number of Grants

Number of Researchers

CoE

News

AASTU’s Innovative Propolis Collection Project Wins External Grant

March 28, 2024

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

AASTU’s Groundbreaking Project on Propolis Collection Receives a Whopping 2,823,950.00 EB External Grant

Addis Ababa Science and Technology University (AASTU) has accomplished a remarkable feat by securing a substantial external grant for its innovative research project. The project, titled “Development of Propolis Collection Perforated Screen (PCPS) for an Extra-Valued Hive Product for Smallholder Beekeepers,” has garnered significant support from the German Agency for International Cooperation—Agricultural Mechanization for Smallholders (GIZ-AMS). The endeavor has captured the attention of experts in the field, including representatives from GIZ-AMS. Following a rigorous evaluation of 300 proposals by the Proposal Evaluation Committee (PEC) team,

AASTU’s propolis collection project emerged as the winner in the esteemed External Research and Innovation Awards.

Scaling Up: AASTU collaborated closely with the Holeta Bee Research Center and local beekeepers to scale up propolis production, thereby promoting economic growth and environmental conservation.

Future Implications

The success of AASTU’s project has paved the way for future research and development in propolis utilization. It holds tremendous promise for improving human health, supporting local livelihoods, and fostering foreign exchange.

Congratulations to AASTU for this outstanding achievement! Their groundbreaking research not only showcases their commitment to innovation but also holds the potential to bring about positive change in various domains.

The award was presented by Professor Pascal Kaumbuthom, the team leader for GIZ-AMS, to Dr. Abrham Debebe, the Vice President for Research and Technology Transfer (VPRTT), during a prestigious award ceremony held at the Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa.

Propolis, a valuable resinous substance produced by bees, has long been recognized for its potential health benefits and cosmetic applications. AASTU’s research team, comprised of experts from the Bioprocessing and Biotechnology and Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Center of Excellence, the Department of Food Science and Applied Nutrition, and the Mechanical Engineering department, embarked on an ambitious mission to explore the collection and utilization of propolis in a sustainable and efficient manner. The primary objectives of the project were as follows:

Optimizing Propolis Harvesting: The team developed innovative techniques that allow for the collection of propolis without causing harm to bee colonies.