The National Research and Technology Week is an opportunity to focus on various aspects of research and technology in the country, allowing all stakeholders to be informed about existing trends and conditions, so they can plan better and more important initiatives for the future. Choosing and introducing the selected individuals in the fields of research and technology and honoring them, along with creating opportunities for interaction among stakeholders through various methods such as exhibitions, technology fairs, conferences, seminars, and press and radio-television interviews, creates a space in the country that enhances the status of research and technology while solidifying the foundation for the continuous strengthening and development of research and technology, which is crucial for the actual progress of the country and for generating wealth, welfare, and security for the people in social and cultural dimensions. Since 2000, to promote the culture of research, the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology has designated the fourth week of Azar (December) as Research Week, considering the designation of December 15th as Research Day by the Supreme Council of Cultural Public, and the responsibility for organizing this week has been entrusted to the Research Office of this Ministry.
Aims of holding Research and Technology Week:
- Promoting the culture of research and technology at the national level and enhancing the status and position of active individuals in this field.
- Encouraging researchers and technologists in the country to produce more science and technology and the resulting respect and wealth.
- Clarifying the current state of research and technology, its trends, and future in the country for the public and officials, and obtaining feedback for coordination and progress in work.
- Identifying and presenting the findings of research and technology.
- Creating a platform for the commercialization of research findings and developed technologies.
- Establishing a constructive communication link among researchers, technologists, executive bodies, and buyers of achievements, or strengthening the connection between universities and the industry.
- Encouraging and recognizing outstanding researchers and technologists.
- Evaluating the annual research and technology activities of universities and other research centers.
- Increasing the sensitivity and attention of managers to research and technology activities.
The Research and Technology Week in 2023 will be held from December 10th to 16th under the motto "Research and Technology as Drivers of Production Growth and Inflation Control."
The names of the days of Research and Technology Week in 2023 are as follows:
Sunday December 10th: Research Day, School and Future Builders
Monday December 11th: Day for the Development of the Domestic Product Market
Tuesday December 12th: Day of Scientists and Scientific Leaders Driving Research and Technology
Wednesday December 13th: Research and Technology Day in Service of Society and Industry
Thursday December 14th: Research, Technology, and Social Impact
Friday December 15th: Day of Humanities and Basic Sciences as Foundations of Development and Progress
Saturday December 16th: Research Day
In this context, Qom University of Technology will hold a special program for Research Week and honoring distinguished researchers from the university on Tuesday, December 11, 2023, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM in the university's amphitheater.
All interested individuals, professors, and students are invited to participate in this program.