Biography of Dariush Farhoud, researcher in the field of genetics in Iran (+ pictures)
Dariush Farhoud's photosDariush Farhoud In Iran, he is known as a researcher who works in the field of genetics, psychology, anthropology and medicine. He is called “the father of Iranian genetic science”. He is a member of Iran Academy of Medical Sciences.
An abstract of Dariush Farhoud's biography
Name: Dariush Farhoud
Born: April 4, 1317 in Tehran
Nickname: father of genetic science
Field of activity: Genetics
Occupation: Researcher in the field of genetics
Degree: PhD in Natural Sciences in Human Genetics and PhD in Anthropology
Biography of Dariush Farhoud
Professor Dariush Farhoud was born on April 4, 1317 in Tehran (Siros St., one of the old neighborhoods of Tehran). Mohammad Farhoud, his father, who was considered one of the intellectuals of this hometown, was alive and active as a Persian and Arabic teacher, a high school principal, and a university lecturer. In his memoirs, Dariush described his father as an intelligent, kind, disciplined, patriotic, honest and faithful person. His mother worked as a teacher. Dariush Farhoud memorized the Quran completely and memorized Hafez Shirazi's divan.
Dariush Farhoud's marriage status and wife
In 1357, Professor Dariush Farhoud married a pediatrician. His wife is veiled and has faith in such a way that she had a great impact on the spiritual and cultural life of Dariush Farhoud.
Dariush Farhoud next to his wifeEducation of Dariush Farhoud
Dariush Farhoud spent his elementary school in Haftgol and Suleiman mosque in Khuzestan due to his father's transfer to the south. He studied high school in Rahnama, Dar al-Funun and Alborz schools in Tehran. He went to Germany to continue his studies at the age of 19. Dariush Farhoud received his doctorate in anthropology and doctorate in natural sciences from the University of Mainz, Germany (1972) in the field of human genetics, and from the University of Munich (1991), he obtained a master's degree in the field of medical genetics. Among his other positions, we can mention the founder and head of Iran's first genetics clinic (from 1354 to the present) and the professor and director of the human genetics department of the Faculty of Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (1352 to 1382).
Classmates and colleagues of Dariush Farhoud
Famous friends of Dariush Farhoud in the field of medicine include Rahmanzadeh, Majid Sami, Borostani, Sarostani, Fanai and Tsinkernagel (Nobel Prize winner).
Dariush Farhoud, an Iranian researcherActivities of Dariush Farhoud
Dariush Farhoud, when he returned to Iran; He established the first genetics clinic in Iran in 1354 and was appointed as an expert in human genetics and a member of the Ethics Committee in Medical Genetics of the World Health Organization since 1355 and in the National Committee of Ethics in Science and Technology and Bioethics of the UNESCO National Commission since 1382. became a member
Dariush Farhoud's statements in genetic science are as follows: “I was considered the first person who entered my country with such education and scientific degrees. Genetics was not very popular in our country 33 years ago. It was only to the extent that they know that Ablaq cow is a combination of a white cow and a black cow!
Among the valuable research services of Dariush Farhoud in his scientific career, we can mention more than 120 scientific research articles in English and presentation of more than 230 articles in scientific congresses inside and outside the country. Also, Dariush Farhoud held other positions since 1360, such as the responsible director and editor of the IRANIAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH magazine, the editor of the exceptional children magazine, the ethics magazine in science and technology, and several other scientific magazines. The honors of this professor include receiving the scientific award of the International Khwarazmi Festival in 1369 and receiving the honorary plaque and the scientific award of Ibn Sina Festival in 1378 and 1382.
Dariush Farhoud's picturesOther records of Dariush Farhoud
Other records of Dariush Farhoud include:
>> Founder and director of the first human genetics group in Iran (1351 until now)
>> Official human genetics expert of the World Health Organization (1355 until now)
>> Member of the “Ethics in Medical Genetics” Committee of the World Health Organization (1380-1373) (11)
>> Member of the National Bioethics Committee of the UNESCO Commission in Iran (2002 until now)
>> Discovery and report of a new type of human transferrin” (1367)
>> Discovery and report of a new genetic disease called “severe multiple plesinostosis” in a large Iranian family (1378)
Photo by Dariush FarhoudDariush Farhoud's workplace
Dariush Farhoud has taught in bachelor's, master's and doctorate courses in more than two hundred classrooms and has educated more than twenty thousand students in various fields of medicine and biological sciences. Since Dr. Farhoud has retired; He works more than 12 hours and manages several different projects. He works according to his own words because people need him.
The picture of Dariush Farhoud, a researcher in the field of geneticsThe margins of Professor Dariush Farhoud
Dariush Farhoud reminded of the importance of screening and the dangers of eliminating this issue, he said: “Definitely, the people and officials support the issue of rejuvenation and protection of the country's population, but this issue is related to ensuring the health of the fetus, the importance of screening and detecting the possibility of suffering from disorders such as syndrome “Dawn and… have no compatibility, and a legal abortion license should be issued if diagnosed by a specialist doctor.”
Professor Dariush FarhoudThis professor also added: “I am not against population growth, but this is not the way either.” This work (screening) started in a very good way about 45 years ago, and some people went with me to the presence of Imam Khomeini (RA) and we were able to get permission to have an abortion with thalassemia. Then this work was entrusted to the forensic institution; Does that mean something wrong was done during these 45 years?! Can we stop this number of mentally retarded, disabled, blind, deaf children? Did the proponents of this plan talk to about 500 associations of parents of backward children?! Have they had a conversation with the medical examiner and the likes of me?! How come I speak for everyone in the World Health Organization, but you don't consult me ​​(in my country) to explain its flaws to you?!”
Arrest of Dariush Farhoud by security forces
On November 8, 1401, news about the disappearance and non-appearance of Dariush Farhoud was published at his workplace. According to a security official, none of the security agencies arrested Dariush Farhoud in recent days, and such a matter is a rumor.” In an interview on November 9, Dariush Farhoud announced the news of his health and confirmation of his arrest and said: “On November 8 at 5:55, I left my house when two people in black clothes (like officers) greeted me warmly. And they smiled and got into my car. Then they took me to another car in another place and I was in their service for about 26 hours.”
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