He obtained his first and second degrees on biological sciences from the same University. He acquired his tertiary degree on molecular biology from the University of Khartoum. His research interest includes ecology, behavior, vector control and insecticide resistance of vectors of malaria and leishmaniasis and he has been involved in teaching and research in these areas for a number of years. Meshsha Balkew is coordinating and participating as a researcher on all aspects of leishmaniasis vectors.