Assistant Professor of Medical Physics at Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia.
Dr. Eyachew Misganew Tegaw is an Assistant Professor of Medical Physics at Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia. He earned his Ph.D. from Tehran University of Medical Sciences, specializing in intraoperative radiotherapy using nanoparticles for breast cancer treatment. His research spans medical imaging, radiation therapy, nanomedicine, and AI applications in oncology. Dr. Eyachew Misganew Tegaw has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and actively contributes to scientific advancement through research, mentorship, and international collaboration.
👨🎓 Educational Background:
Eyachew Misganew Tegaw holds a Ph.D. in Medical Physics from the Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), Iran, where he specialized in intraoperative radiotherapy (IORT) using nanoparticles for breast cancer treatment. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Applied Physics from the University of Gondar, followed by an M.Sc. in Condensed Matter Physics from Mekelle University. Across these programs, he built a strong foundation in quantum mechanics, computational physics, and radiation therapy physics, gaining multidisciplinary expertise in both theoretical and applied domains.
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👨🏫 Professional Experience:
With over a decade of academic service, Dr. Eyachew Misganew Tegaw currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia. He previously held the position of Lecturer at the same institution, actively contributing to curriculum development and student mentorship. His leadership experience includes a two-year term as Department Head and three years as Chair of the Ethiopian Space Science Society (Debre Tabor Branch), showcasing his commitment to both academic and community development.
🧪 Research Interests:
Dr. Eyachew Misganew Tegaw is a highly driven researcher with diverse interests spanning medical physics, radiotherapy technologies, medical imaging, radiation dosimetry, nanomedicine, Monte Carlo simulations, and artificial intelligence. His work integrates cutting-edge approaches like deep learning and machine learning with traditional medical physics techniques, aiming to enhance cancer treatment planning and medical imaging. He is especially passionate about nanoparticle-enhanced therapies and computational modeling for improved patient outcomes in oncology.
🔍 Areas for Improvement:
While Dr. Eyachew Misganew Tegaw has made significant strides in academic research, increased visibility through invited talks, expanded international partnerships, and higher engagement in translational clinical projects could further enhance his research impact. Diversifying funding sources and mentoring emerging researchers may also solidify his standing in the global scientific community.
📚 Scientific Contributions
Dr. Eyachew has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles in high-impact scientific journals. His publications cover a wide range of topics such as Monte Carlo simulations for radiotherapy, nanoparticle-enhanced imaging and treatment, and explainable AI in oncology. Notable among his recent works is a 2025 article in Scientific Reports comparing survival outcomes in breast cancer surgery, and another accepted paper focusing on AI for lung cancer survival prediction. His systematic reviews and meta-analyses have also significantly contributed to evidence-based practice in cancer diagnosis and therapy.
Publications:
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Diagnostic performance of mammography and ultrasound in breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Journal of Ultrasound, 2023
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Dosimetric characteristics of the INTRABEAM® system with spherical applicators in the presence of air gaps and tissue heterogeneities
Radiation and Environmental Biophysics, 2020
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Techniques for generating attenuation map using cardiac SPECT emission data only: A systematic review
Annals of Nuclear Medicine, 2019
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Molecular imaging approaches in the diagnosis of breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Iranian Journal of Nuclear Medicine, 2020
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Comparison of organs at risk doses between deep inspiration breath-hold and free-breathing techniques during radiotherapy of left-sided breast cancer: A meta-analysis
Polish Journal of Medical Physics and Engineering, 2022
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Gold-nanoparticle-enriched breast tissue in breast cancer treatment using the INTRABEAM® system: A Monte Carlo study
Radiation and Environmental Biophysics, 2022
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Dosimetric effect of nanoparticles in the breast cancer treatment using INTRABEAM® system with spherical applicators in the presence of tissue heterogeneities: A Monte Carlo study
Biomedical Physics & Engineering Express, 2021
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A comparison between EGSnrc/Epp and MCNP in simulation of dosimetric parameters for radiotherapy applications
Journal of Biomedical Physics & Engineering, 2021
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Explainable machine learning to compare the overall survival status between patients receiving mastectomy and breast conserving surgeries
Scientific Reports, 2025
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Attenuation correction for dedicated cardiac SPECT imaging without using transmission data
Molecular Imaging and Radionuclide Therapy, 2023
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Comparative study between EPID and CBCT for radiation treatment verifications
Iranian Journal of Medical Physics, 2018