Mohammad Nabi Shahiki, a renowned economist and professor at the University of Sistan and Baluchestan, has been appointed to the post by Minister of Science, Research and Technology Hossein Simaei Sarraf, according to a statement released by the ministry, Rokna News Agency reported.
Shahiki, who holds a Ph.D. in economics from Allameh Tabataba’i University, has a long track record of achievement, including serving as the head of the Sistan and Baluchestan Science and Technology Park since 2014. Under his auspices, the park has grown to become one of the largest in the region, with over 300 knowledge-based, tech and startup units.
Shahiki has also held various other positions, including secretary of the secretariat for international maritime economy capacity building and member of the technology policy think tank of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology.
Shahiki has also received several awards and honors for his work, including the “Sarv” award for outstanding management of science and technology parks, and the “Most Successful Science and Technology Park” award.
Iran Daily