TEDxUniversityofTehran

Speakers

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• Akbar Soltani

  Dr. Soltani’s main idea emphasizes the importance of critical thinking as a key skill not only in medicine but in all aspects of daily life. He believes that strengthening this skill can improve the quality of decision-making and contribute to academic and personal development.

  Dr. Akbar Soltani is an experienced endocrinologist with extensive clinical and research background in medicine. He has devoted significant study to the field of critical thinking and is recognized as a leading figure in this area. His core idea revolves around the vital role of critical thinking in professional and personal development.

• Hossein Selahvarzi

  Ph.D. in Financial Engineering – Islamic Azad University Ph.D. in Management – Iran University of Science & Technology M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering – Islamic Azad University B.Sc. in Atomic Physics – University of Tehran

• Jale Amoozgar

  Ph.D. from Sorbonne University in Iranistics. Iranologist, Writer, expert of the Middle Persian language, chairman of the department of Ancient Iranian Culture and Languages at Tehran University,

• mahoor alvand

  Actress B.A. in Theater – Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Tehran

• Mohammadreza Alavi

  Engineer Mohammadreza Alavi is a graduate of the University of Tehran and a dedicated researcher in the field of housing. With a strong focus on housing issues, he explores the challenges faced by young Iranians in securing affordable and adequate living spaces.

• Rouzbeh Salehabadi

  Engineer Roozbeh Saleh Abadi is a seasoned expert specializing in geotechnical engineering and environmental science. With over two decades of dedicated professional experience, he has made significant contributions to the fields of soil mechanics and contaminated waste management. His work focuses on sustainable solutions for soil preservation and environmentally responsible disposal of hazardous waste.

  In his TED talk, Engineer Saleh Abadi addresses critical issues related to soil health and the management of polluted waste in the environment, sharing his extensive knowledge and innovative approaches to protect and restore natural ecosystems.

• Shahram Mokri

  Shahram Mokri is an acclaimed Iranian film director and screenwriter, known for his innovative storytelling and single-shot cinematic techniques. His films, including Fish & Cat and Careless Crime, have received international recognition at festivals such as Venice and Berlin. Mokri also teaches cinema and is a leading figure in Iran’s new wave of experimental filmmaking.

• Zahra Monsef

  Zahra Monsef is a writer and writing facilitator dedicated to helping individuals discover their authentic voice through the craft of writing. She encourages people to engage in self-work—the practice of doing meaningful work for oneself, fostering personal growth and self-awareness.

  In her talk, Zahra explores the concept of self-work, emphasizing the importance of intentional, purposeful actions that nurture the relationship with oneself.