– Provinces Group: On an autumn day, an excuse was provided for an interview with Dr. Mohsen Izadi, associate professor of the university and one of the world’s top scientists… In the initial conversation, the first thing that comes to mind is the humility, calmness, and at the same time the energy of this university professor.
A man who has worked his way up from being a mechanical engineering PhD student at Shahrood University of Technology to becoming a member of the top two percent of scientists in the world.
Dr. Izadi not only pursues science that is linked to the daily life of people, but with a forward-looking view and concern for the development of the country, he has linked his scientific path with serving the society.
The interview with him is an opportunity to hear from the professor himself, the path of interest formation, research challenges, scientific achievements and the forward-looking view of the country’s education and development. From the days when, as a student, he entered the field of mechanical engineering with initial passion, to his years of experience in Lorestan University and efforts to develop applied research, all of them show a deep connection between interest, science, and targeting of research.
In this conversation, in a simple and clear language, Dr. Izadi narrates the challenges that every Iranian researcher experiences in the scientific path, from financial and regulatory restrictions to international cooperation obstacles, and at the same time suggests solutions to overcome these obstacles.
One of the highlights of this interview is his focus on heat transfer and its applications in various industries; From automotive and steel to air conditioning and new electronic technologies.
Dr. Izadi talks carefully and enthusiastically about his recent projects in the field of solar energy storage and shows how scientific research can lead to the reduction of energy consumption and the development of sustainable technologies.
Reading this interview, in addition to getting to know the scientific path of a prominent researcher, is a window to the perspective of the development of science and technology in Iran.
In addition to the technical aspect, he repeatedly points out the importance of teamwork and scientific cooperation between universities and believes that the success of Iranian researchers and the country’s scientific progress depends on culture building in this field.
In this conversation, on the one hand, we are faced with Dr. Izadi’s personal narrative of his life and research work, and on the other hand, we are faced with his analysis and strategic views about the challenges of research in Iran, the need for international communication and the development of academic infrastructure.
The combination of these two layers has turned the interview into an attractive and understandable narrative for general and professional audiences; Where science, experience, and a forward-looking view of the country’s development are intertwined.
Reading this interview, in addition to getting to know the scientific path of a prominent researcher, is a window to the perspective of the development of science and technology in Iran; Where effort, cooperation, and a professional look at research can solve society’s problems and drive the country’s progress.
The first part of this interview is in front of the audience of Mehr news agency.
Introduction and scientific records
Dr. Mohsen Izadi, a faculty member and associate professor of the Mechanical Engineering Department of Lorestan University, said in a detailed interview with Mehr reporter, referring to his academic background: I am Mohsen Izadi, a member of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Department of Lorestan University. I have completed a doctoral course in mechanical engineering with a focus on energy conversion at Shahrood University of Technology, and in 2013 I received a doctoral degree. In 2016, I became a member of the faculty of Lorestan University.
He added: In the same year, with the cooperation of colleagues, we managed to launch the mechanical engineering course at the undergraduate level in Lorestan University. This action was an important step for the scientific and industrial development of the region and the foundation for the training of human resources specialized in the field of mechanics.
The process of forming an interest in mechanical engineering
Referring to the formation process of his interest in mechanical engineering, this university professor said: interest in any scientific field, a process It is time-consuming and requires a deep understanding of its concepts. At the beginning of the path, each student chooses his field based on initial information and motivation; But over time and with a better understanding of the scientific and practical foundations of the field, his interest deepens.
He continued: It was the same with me. At first, I entered this field based on my knowledge of mechanical engineering, but after further study and experience, I realized that mechanical engineering is a fundamental knowledge that is present in all areas of human life.
The role of mechanical engineering in human life
Emphasizing the wide range of applications of mechanical engineering, Izadi stated: this field actually casts a shadow on all aspects of human life. From agriculture and food industries to heavy industries such as steel, petrochemical, automotive and even fields such as medicine and aerospace, the traces of mechanical science can be clearly seen.
He added: Mechanical engineering students can work in various fields of this field, including solids design, energy conversion, construction and production, control, and fluid mechanics. This diversity makes the graduates of this field have a special place in various industrial and research fields.
Understanding the laws of nature with an engineering perspective
This Lorestan University professor further stated: One of the attractive aspects of mechanical engineering is its deep connection with the laws governing nature. This discipline teaches us how to understand the behavior of systems in the physical world and use this knowledge to improve the quality of human life.
He noted: In general, I am completely satisfied with choosing this field. Although there are challenges and limitations, but from the scientific and epistemological aspect, mechanical engineering provides us with a new view of the order and legality governing the natural world.
Challenges of the scientific and academic path
According to Mehr reporter, Dr. Mohsen Izadi, referring to the challenges he faced during his studies and academic activity, said: “I faced various challenges during my studies and even after becoming a member of the faculty.” These challenges are also in the fields legal And it is a by-law, both in the financial and executive sectors. The fact is that financial problems in higher education and research in the country have a great impact on the process of scientific development and cannot be ignored.
He added: The university, as the base of the country’s development and one of the main infrastructures of progress, should be seriously supported. The extent to which this institution is strengthened will have a direct impact on national growth and development.
The need to modernize research infrastructures
Emphasizing the need to update scientific facilities and equipment, Ezadi said: “Unfortunately, we are facing serious problems in the field of research infrastructure.” Many teaching and research equipment and facilities need to be updated. Doing this work has been delayed and this problem has caused the reduction of scientific productivity in some areas.
He continued: My feeling is that the connection between domestic universities and world-class universities should be strengthened. This scientific connection is the basis for moving in the frontiers of knowledge and improving the research power of the country. We must reach a level where we can solve the problems of society in various scientific fields.
The experience of being in the list of top two percent scientists in the world
This prominent professor of Lorestan University said about his presence in the list of top two percent scientists in the world: naturally, every person feels good when he achieves success. A few years ago, it was a great honor for me when the news that my name was included in the list of two percent of the best scientists in the world was published on the university website. This list is published internationally by the prestigious universities of the world and its results are publicly available.
I have been on this list for about six years now and at some point Part of I have been a top one percent scientist
Izadi added: I have been on this list for about six years and at one point Part of I have been a top one percent scientist. Of course, since the beginning of my professional activity, my goal has not been to be included in these lists, but as a part of the results of the scientific path M has been I have always tried to follow my researches carefully, diligently and professionally. Being among the top scientists is the result of years of research effort and is a natural product of this path.
Heat transfer, a key science in mother industries and new technologies
In another part of his speech, Dr. Izadi explained his field of expertise and stated: My main research fields are in the field of heat transfer. If I want to give a general title for my research activities, I can say that “improvement and development of heat transfer methods” has been the main focus of my work in these years.
He added: Heat transfer is one of the most basic branches of mechanical engineering and plays a role in almost all sectors of industry and technology. From petrochemical and steel industries to automotive, air conditioning, construction, electronics and even new technologies such as cooling of electrical chips and semiconductors, everyone depends on this science.
heat transfer; Science at the service of industry and daily life
Referring to the wide range of application of heat transfer, Izadi clarified: wherever the cooling or heating process is needed, the science of heat transfer is involved. From air conditioning systems to the cooling process of industrial engines or sensitive electronic equipment, all depend on the precise and scientific performance of heat transfer systems.
He continued: During these years, I have worked on various parameters affecting the heat transfer process. The main focus of my research has been on methods and techniques that can improve this process and increase the efficiency of thermal systems. It includes the review of new structures, materials, fluids and technologies in industrial cooling and Microsystem has been
Research in the field of solar energy storage
Referring to his latest research studies, Dr. Izadi said: If I want to mention the last axis of my research, I must say that our focus in recent years has been on solar energy storage. These storages have the same function as electric batteries, except that instead of storing electricity, they store the thermal energy of the sun.
He added: The main goal of these researches is to increase the efficiency and stability of solar heat storage systems. These technologies can play a very important role in reducing the consumption of fossil energy and improving energy efficiency and towards the use of clean resources and renewable guide us
A study on performance and effective parameters in storage
Explaining the technical details of the project, Izadi said: In this project, we have studied various parameters that affect the performance of thermal storage systems.
He continued: We checked how each of these variables can affect the overall performance of the system. In fact, the goal is to be able to design systems that, while having a high storage capacity, provide the necessary heat energy when needed.
Scientific cooperation, the basis of the development of knowledge and technology
One of the fundamental principles in research and academic work is scientific collaboration. Both in the form of internal teams and in international collaborations
In the continuation of his interview, referring to the necessity of international cooperation in the field of science and technology, Dr. Izadi stated: Scientific cooperation is one of the fundamental principles in research and academic work. Whether in the form of internal teams or in international cooperation, teamwork causes growth and progress. Many complex scientific problems in today’s world are solved by thinking together and exchanging knowledge among researchers from different countries.
He added: Experience has shown that scientific cooperation takes the researcher several steps forward. Sometimes a different idea or perspective from an international colleague can change the direction of research and lead to results that are not possible in individual work. In fact, scientific progress in today’s world is based on scientific networking and intellectual synergy.
Challenges of scientific cooperation in Iran
Referring to the problems in international cooperation, Yazidi said: despite the high importance of international scientific interactions, unfortunately, in recent years, the connection of our universities with the world’s first-class scientific centers has become more limited. This issue is rooted in several factors; Part of it is due to international sanctions, which practically make the path of official cooperation and scientific exchange difficult, and the other part is due to the financial and operational limitations of universities.
He added: When universities are faced with a lack of funds, this issue, on a macro level, has dealt a significant blow to the country’s scientific dynamics.
The main challenge of Iranian researchers
In the continuation of his interview, referring to the most important challenge facing Iranian researchers, Dr. Izadi said: In my opinion, the biggest problem that Iranian researchers are currently facing is the lack of ability and teamwork culture. Maybe we haven’t been trained, or teamwork methods haven’t been effectively communicated to us. In fact, the development of teamwork and cooperation between different universities can have a great impact on scientific success.
He added: Some universities have more facilities and others have more restrictions. If we can share capacities and infrastructure between universities and professors cooperate with each other, we can definitely achieve better research results and more scientific achievements.
The necessity of creating a culture for teamwork
If research works are carried out in the form of codified and team programs, it will be possible to optimally use the potentials of different universities and the scientific results will be much more effective.
Emphasizing the importance of creating a structured program for team research, Ezadi said: If research work is done in the form of structured and team programs, it will be possible to optimally use the potential of different universities and the scientific results will be much more effective. This is what the successful universities of the world do and unfortunately we are weak in this field.
He continued: One of my wishes is to be able to institutionalize the culture of team work in universities and to transfer researches from an individual mode to a group and interactive mode. Such an approach will increase the quality of research and the speed of scientific progress.
In another part of his speech, this associate professor of Lorestan University, referring to his personal experience, added: Even during my student period, I realized the importance of teamwork. When we observe how the world’s top universities complete large and complex projects with teamwork, we realize that success is almost impossible without organized collaboration.
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