Dagem Haddis

Highly skilled and experienced Chemical and Biochemical Engineer with a robust background in biomass conversion, biofuels, and biomaterials. Proven expertise in operating large-scale bioreactors, conducting advanced analytical procedures, and mentoring students in academic settings. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in bioconversion and graduate student mentorship at the University of Alberta. Awarded multiple scholarships and fellowships, recognized for excellence in research, teaching, and leadership. Certified as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T) by the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).

• Graduate research assistant, 2019-01-01, 2023-01-01, University of Alberta, Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences, Edmonton, Canada, Production of biofuels and biomaterial (Cellulose nanocrystals) using a biorefinery approach.
• Researcher, 2015-01-01, 2017-01-01, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Production of biofertilizer.
• Undergraduate research, 2014-01-01, 2015-01-01, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Production of bio-detergent from castor oil.
• Internship, 2013-01-01, 2014-01-01, Harar Brewery share company (Heineken Beer company), Harar, Ethiopia, Production department from raw material to products, quality control and wastewater treatment management.

• Graduate Research Assistant Fellowship, 08/01/19, $27,000, University of Alberta, Faculty of Graduate Studies, and Research, Edmonton, Canada
• J Gordin Kaplan Graduate Student Award, 08/01/22, $1380, University of Alberta, Faculty of Graduate Studies, and Research, Edmonton, Canada
• Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarship, 09/01/22, $31000.00, Alberta Innovates, Edmonton, Canada
• Graduate student engagement Scholarship, 09/01/22, $10000.00, Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, Edmonton, Canada
• Graduate student engagement Scholarship, 09/01/23, $10000.00, Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, Edmonton, Canada

• Vice president of student life, 2022-01-01, 2023-01-01, Faculty of ALES Graduate students' association
• Research show at Telus World of Science, 2023-01-01, 2023-01-01, Future Energy System
• Student Mentor, 2022-01-01, 2022-01-01, Canadian Biomaterials Society - Alberta Student Chapter
• Research show at Telus World of Science, 2022-01-01, 2022-01-01, Future Energy System
• Councillor in the international student association, 2020-01-01, 2021-01-01, ISA, Presented students situation to the board of ISA and tried to find a solution.
• Ambassador of good ethics, 2012-01-01, 2012-01-01, Vision Ethiopia Congress for Democracy, Recognized for volunteer work on educating families who lived in rural areas about the importance of education and sending their children to school.

• Lignobiotech conference, 08/09/22 - 08/12/22, Vancouver, BC, Oral presentation
• Graduate student research symposium, 03/24/22 - 03/25/22, Edmonton, Alberta, Oral presentation
• 2021 Future Energy Systems Research Symposium, 09/21/21 - 09/24/21, Edmonton, Alberta, Oral presentation
• ALES GSA 5th annual Research Symposium, 03/20/21 - 03/30/21, Edmonton, Alberta, Poster presentation
• 2020 Future Energy Systems Research Showcase, 11/23/20 - 11/27/20, Edmonton, Alberta, Poster presentation
• 5th Annual Research Conference on “Science, Engineering, and Humanities for Advancement of Innovation and Technology, 05/30/19 - 05/31/19, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Poster presentation
• 4th Annual Research Conference AASTU Research and Innovations for sustainable Economy, 05/27/18 - 05/30/18, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Poster presentation