Dr Jemberu studied his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Masters of Science in Veterinary Epidemiology at Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia, and PhD in Animal Health Economics at Wageningen University. His PhD research focused on the bioeconomic modeling of foot and mouth disease and its control in Ethiopia. Dr Jemberu has been teaching undergraduate and post graduate courses at the University of Gondar for more than 10 years and has published more than 15 scientific articles in reputable peer reviewed journals. He has also served as Department Head for several years and as Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Animals Sciences for two years. Dr Jemberu’s research interest focuses on the impact of animal health and production on society, animal welfare and the environment.