About Dr. Parviz Davami
Dr.Parviz Davami was born on June 1, 1941, in Tehran, Iran. He is recognized as one of Iran’s most distinguished scholars and researchers in the fields of metallurgy and materials engineering. Throughout his career, he has played a major role in strengthening the connection between academia and industry in Iran.
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Dr.Parviz Davami received his bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the former Tehran Higher Industrial School, now known as Iran University of Science and Technology. He later continued his studies in the United Kingdom and earned his PhD in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Leeds in 1973.
Academic Career
He began his academic and research career at Sharif University of Technology in 1965 and became one of the university’s most influential and respected professors over several decades.
His areas of expertise include:
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Metal Casting and Foundry Technology
- Materials Science
- Solidification and Metal Forming
- Industrial and Applied Research
Scientific Vision
Dr.Parviz Davami believes that true scientific progress is achieved when research, industrial needs, and past human experiences are combined effectively. Throughout his career, he has consistently emphasized purposeful innovation, scientific self-reliance, and strong collaboration between universities and industry.
Executive and Professional Positions
Dr.Parviz Davami has educated and mentored many generations of engineers and researchers in Iran.
Some of his most important executive and professional roles include:
- CEO of Razi Metallurgical Research Center (1983–2013)
- Founder of the Razi Applied Sciences Foundation
- Permanent Member of the Iranian Academy of Sciences
- Board Member and President of the Iranian Metallurgical Engineers Association
- Active member of the Iranian Foundry Society
- Scientific collaborator with major Iranian steel and manufacturing industries