Introduction Ceremony for Dr. Hamed Abbasi as Acting Head of the Biological Sciences in Sports Research Center

According to the Public Relations Office of the Physical Education and Sports Science Research Institute, an introduction ceremony for Dr. Hamed Abbasi as the Acting Head of the Biological Sciences in Sports Research Center was held today, Saturday, March 30, 2024, in the presence of Dr. Zahra Salman, President of the Institute, and Dr. Mohsen Esmaeili, Acting Head of the Research and Graduate Studies Department.

Appointment Decree:
The text of the appointment decree is as follows:

To: Dr. Hamed Abbasi
Respected Faculty Member of the Institute,

Greetings,

In light of your commitment and expertise, you are hereby appointed as the Acting Head of the Biological Sciences in Sports Research Center at the Physical Education and Sports Science Research Institute. You are expected to fulfill the following responsibilities:

Develop and Coordinate Research Programs: Prepare and organize research programs in relevant fields in coordination with the Deputy for Research and Graduate Studies, and evaluate the annual performance of the Research Center, reporting to the President of the Institute.

Supervise Research Groups: Assess and oversee the performance of research group managers and ensure the proper execution of educational and research duties by faculty members.

Identify and Address Resource Needs: Anticipate personnel and equipment needs and collaborate with the Deputy for Administrative, Financial, and Resource Management to secure annual requirements through budget proposals.

Participate in Research Councils: Engage in research councils, coordinate decision-making processes, and implement approved resolutions.

Provide Educational and Research Services: Offer services to organizations and industrial sectors in line with the Institute’s policies.

Perform Other Assigned Duties: Carry out additional tasks as assigned by higher authorities.

It is hoped that, with reliance on Almighty God and through collective wisdom and the full participation of colleagues, you will succeed in enhancing the quality and quantity of the Research Center’s programs and activities.

Dr. Abbasi’s Academic and Executive Background:
Ph.D. in Sports Pathology and Corrective Exercises from the University of Tehran.

Associate Professor at the Physical Education and Sports Science Research Institute.

Former Deputy for Research and Graduate Studies at the Institute.

Former Director of Cultural and Social Affairs at the Institute.

Former Director of Open Education at the Institute.

Member and Chair of the Education and Research Committee of the Iranian Scientific Association of Sports Pathology and Corrective Exercises.

Member and Secretary of the Curriculum Planning and Development Committee at the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology.

Chair of the Education Committee of the Islamic Republic of Iran Wrestling Federation.

Chair of the Development of Sports and Physical Activity for the Elderly Committee of the Islamic Republic of Iran Public Sports Federation.

Specialized Editor of the Journal of Sports Medicine Studies at the Institute.

Principal Investigator of 15 research projects, author of 10 specialized books in sports sciences, and over 50 scientific articles (research, ISI, and international conference papers).

Top Rank in national university entrance exams for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.