Passion, Perseverance, and Service: The Secrets Behind the Success of Alborz Award Winners at the University of Tehran

“Mohammad Javad Samiei, Computer Engineering Student, University of Tehran”

Mohammad Javad Samiei, an undergraduate student of Computer Engineering at the University of Tehran, is among this year’s recipients of the Alborz National Award. He credits his passion for the field to the excitement of solving complex problems and creating practical outcomes through coding. Samiei’s achievements include being recognized as an outstanding student, publishing research papers in reputable journals, and working on projects that bridge the gap between academia and industry. He encourages fellow students to choose their major based on genuine interest, identify their area of specialization early, and seek guidance from experienced mentors. In his view, success in this journey requires a strong blend of knowledge, practical skills, and unwavering perseverance

“Farzad Mohammadi, Ph.D. Candidate in Biosystems Mechanical Engineering”

Farzad Mohammadi, a Ph.D. candidate in Biosystems Mechanical Engineering, is a distinguished recipient of the Alborz Award. He attributes his success to following his passion and setting clear goals focused on serving society. Mohammadi earned this prestigious recognition through hands-on projects carried out in collaboration with industry partners, alongside securing functional patents. He passionately encourages students to remain dedicated throughout their academic journey and to apply their knowledge for the greater good of the community. Additionally, he highlights the crucial role of support from universities and faculty members in advancing scientific research and innovation.

“Alireza Tarkhan, Master’s Student in Sports Sociology”

Alireza Tarkhan, a master’s student specializing in Sports Sociology, is proudly among the recipients of the Alborz Award. With extensive experience in performance analysis for national and club teams, as well as championship titles in student competitions, he has rightfully earned this honor. Tarkhan attributes his progress to focused planning and the ability to learn from setbacks. He encourages students to remain resilient in the face of injustice and fierce competition, emphasizing that perseverance is key. For him, every failure is not a defeat but a valuable lesson that paves the way toward eventual success.

Passion, perseverance, and a dedication to serving society are the unifying themes in the stories of these three Alborz Award winners. Each highlights the vital role of persistence in the academic journey and the importance of fully leveraging university resources and opportunities to reach ambitious goals.

The 63rd Alborz Award ceremony took place on May 4th this year, with distinguished attendees including Dr. Mohammad Reza Aref, the First Vice President, and Dr. Hossein Afshin, Vice President for Science, Technology, and the Knowledge,Based Economy.

In this edition, Dr. Ali Akbar Mousavi Movahedi, a faculty member at the Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics, received the Outstanding Scientist Award in Basic Sciences. Dr. Mohammad Abdolahad from the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Tehran was honored in the “Technologists and Inventors” category.

Among the student awardees from the University of Tehran were Alireza Tarkhan (Master’s in Sports Sociology), Reza Rabiei (Master’s in Safety, Health, and Environment Engineering), Mohammadamin Zandifar (Master’s in Entrepreneurship and Business), Mohammad Javad Samiei Zafarghandi (Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering), Mohammad Hassan Ghodousi Nejad (Ph.D. in Energy Systems Engineering), Farzad Mohammadi (Ph.D. in Biosystems Mechanical Engineering), and Sara Hasanvand (Ph.D. in Food Science and Engineering).

Additionally, Mohammad Sedaghat Jahromi, an alumnus specializing in Technology Entrepreneurship from the University of Tehran, and Rasoul Nasiri, CEO of a leading knowledge-based company located within the University of Tehran’s Science and Technology Park, were honored as distinguished technologists and inventors.