Bahaedin Adab

Iranian engineer and politician

Bahaedin Adab - Iranian engineer and politician
Born

1945
80 years ago

Died

August 16th, 2007
18 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Iran

Links & References

An engineer and politician from Iran, contributions included significant involvement in the political landscape of Iran during various governance periods. Served in the Iranian Parliament, focusing on issues related to engineering and technology. Played a role in developing policies that affected the nation's infrastructure and engineering sectors. Engaged in reformative discussions surrounding science and education, impacting future generations of engineers and technologists.

Served in the Iranian Parliament

Participated in infrastructure development

Contributed to educational reforms in engineering

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