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Mr. Muhidin Tahir

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Organization: Oda Bultum University
Country: Ethiopia
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Ethnobotany and plant sciences, with a particular focus on the medicinal and nutritional uses of plants in Ethiopia. my recent publications reflect a deep commitment to understanding the traditional knowledge surrounding wild edible and medicinal plants, particularly in pastoral and agro-pastoral communities. In 2023, I contributed to the journal *Tropical Medicine and Health* with studies examining the ethnobotanical practices in both the Asagirt District and the Mieso District of Ethiopia. These works highlight the significance of local flora in traditional medicine and dietary practices, showcasing the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of the region. Additionally, my research extends to the field of plant pathology, as evidenced by the publication in *Heliyon*, where the seedborne mycoflora of faba bean and the efficacy of various plant extracts and Trichoderma species against fungal growth has been investigated. My earlier work, including an ethnobotanical study in the Adwa District published in the *Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine*, further underscores his dedication to documenting and preserving indigenous knowledge related to plant use. My research has garnered support from esteemed organizations such as the National Institutes of Health, reflecting the impact and relevance of his work in the broader scientific community. Through my scholarly contributions, I continue to advance the understanding of the intersection between culture and botany, making significant strides in the fields of ethnobotany and plant science.

Muhidin Tahir is a prominent researcher specializing in ethnobotany and plant sciences, with a particular focus on the medicinal and nutritional uses of plants in Ethiopia. His recent publications reflect a deep commitment to understanding the traditional knowledge surrounding wild edible and medicinal plants, particularly in pastoral and agro-pastoral communities.

In 2023, he contributed to the journal *Tropical Medicine and Health* with studies examining the ethnobotanical practices in both the Asagirt District and the Mieso District of Ethiopia. These works highlight the significance of local flora in traditional medicine and dietary practices, showcasing the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of the region. Additionally, his research extends to the field of plant pathology, as evidenced by his publication in *Heliyon*, where he investigated the seedborne mycoflora of faba bean and the efficacy of various plant extracts and Trichoderma species against fungal growth.

Tahir's earlier work, including an ethnobotanical study in the Adwa District published in the *Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine*, further underscores his dedication to documenting and preserving indigenous knowledge related to plant use. His research has garnered support from Oda Bultum University, reflecting the impact and relevance of his work in the broader scientific community.

Through his scholarly contributions, Muhidin Tahir continues to advance the understanding of the intersection between culture and botany, making significant strides in the fields of ethnobotany and plant science.

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