Prof. Dr. Nimet Yıldırım, a faculty member at the Faculty of Letters at Atatürk University, has achieved significant success in the "Farabi Awards," which are one of the most prestigious and significant scientific awards in the field of social sciences. These awards are annually organized by the Islamic Republic of Iran. The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Prof. Dr. Mesud Pizişkiyan, presented Prof. Dr. Yıldırım with the "Distinguished and Pioneering Scientist and Researcher" award at the 15th International Farabi Festival.

The international scientific research, valuable works, and pioneering work of Prof. Dr. Yıldırım in the field of Persian Language and Literature in Anatolia have been widely appreciated, as emphasized by President Prof. Dr. Mesud Pizişkiyan. The commendation text of Pizishkian contained the following statements: "We hold you in high regard for your pioneering work in Persian and Persian literature studies in Anatolia, your valuable and distinguished works, and your international scientific research and sincere work." I have found your endeavors to be extremely beneficial.


The Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the UNESCO Iran National Commission presented the award. Professor Dr. Nimet Yıldırım was awarded the title of "Distinguished Scientist and Researcher" in recognition of her accomplishments in "presenting distinguished works to the scientific world" in this context. She received her award from the Iranian Minister of Science, Research, and Technology, Professor Dr. Hüseyin Simayi. Yıldırım also expressed her appreciation to the Deputy Minister, Prof. Dr. Vahid Şalçi, and the Secretary of the UNESCO Iran National Commission, Prof. Dr. Hasan Fartusi, for recognizing her as deserving of this award.

"This Award Has Revealed the University's Place in the Global Science Arena Once Again"

Prof. Dr. Nimet Yıldırım presented this significant distinction to Atatürk University President Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hacımüftüoğlu during his visit. The significance of this award, which contributes to Atatürk University's international academic accomplishments, was underscored during the visit. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hacımüftüoğlu congratulated Prof. Dr. Yıldırım and stated, "This award, which crowns Atatürk University's academic staff's international effectiveness and scientific studies, has once again revealed the university's place in the global scientific arena." Both domestically and internationally, Prof. Dr. Nimet Yıldırım's accomplishments have been highly regarded. I extend my congratulations to her on this remarkable accomplishment and extend my best wishes for her ongoing success.

The visit concluded with the exchange of well-wishes.

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTORATE – February 14, 2025