Ashenafi Seifu Gragne

Ashenafi Seifu Gragne is an experienced academic and researcher currently serving as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences and a Research Scientist at Norsk institutt for vannforskning (NIVA). With a robust background in hydrology and water resources, Ashenafi has held positions including Postdoc at NTNU and Research Fellow at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, focusing on enhancing inflow forecast accuracy through assessment of uncertainties and data assimilation processes. Previous roles include Design Engineer and Hydrologist at Zenas Engineering Private Ltd. Co., Resident Engineer, Lecturer, and Assistant Lecturer at Jimma University, as well as an Infrastructure Facilitator for World Vision. Ashenafi holds a PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources from NTNU and has advanced training in data assimilation techniques from UNSW, along with a Master's degree from IHE Delft Institute for Water Education and a Bachelor's degree from Arba Minch Water Technology Institute.