According to a report by the University of Kurdistan Public Relations and the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, these appointments were finalized through a direct nationwide vote by faculty members from universities across Iran.

Dr. Mohammad Razaghi, Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Kurdistan, noted that these elections were conducted to determine the membership of 51 specialized working groups and 8 interdisciplinary groups. Held virtually between January 4 and 7, 2026 (14-17 Dey 1404), the process saw participation from 15,106 faculty members nationwide.

The Strategic Role of Working Groups in Educational Policy-Making
Dr. Razaghi emphasized the pivotal role of these groups within the national higher education framework, stating: "These specialized groups are essential structures responsible for the expert evaluation of curricula, analysis of educational challenges, and the modernization of academic programs in alignment with contemporary scientific, technological, and societal requirements." He added that their recommendations serve as a fundamental resource for decision-making within the Ministry of Science’s Supreme Council for Planning.

Composition and Disciplinary Diversity
The Vice President further clarified that the composition of these groups, ranging from 9 to 15 members, is designed to ensure maximum expertise. In addition to elected faculty members, the groups include representatives from relevant industries, curriculum planning experts, and delegates from scientific associations to maintain a balanced and comprehensive academic perspective.

Elected Faculty Members from the University of Kurdistan:

Principal Members:

• Dr. Teymour Malmir (Faculty of Humanities): Specialized Working Group for Persian Language and Literature.

• Dr. Naser Shirbegi (Faculty of Humanities): Specialized Working Group for Educational Sciences.

• Dr. Shahryar Salimi (Faculty of Science): Specialized Working Group for Physics.

• Dr. Mohammad Razm-Kabir (Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources): Specialized Working Group for Animal Science.

• Dr. Hassan Bevrani (Faculty of Engineering): Specialized Working Group for Electrical Engineering.

Alternate Members:

• Dr. Hamed Ghaderzadeh (Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources): Specialized Working Group for Agricultural Economics and Extension.

• Dr. Salar Kohzadi (Faculty of Social Sciences): Specialized Working Group for Tourism.