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University of Birjand Researcher Shines Internationally at the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13)

Birjand, Iran — A research project by Dr. Mohammad Eskandari Sani, faculty member of the Department of Geography at the University of Birjand, along with his research collaborator Afsaneh Hassani, has achieved notable international recognition. The project was shortlisted as a “Shortlisted Practice” in the prestigious international competition “Best Urban Regeneration Practices 2025”, held on the sidelines of the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku.

University of Birjand’s Journal Maintains Q3 Ranking in Scopus 2025

The international journal Journal of Horticulture and Postharvest Research, owned by the University of Birjand, has successfully maintained its Q3 ranking in the latest 2025 evaluation by the prestigious Scopus database, solidifying its position among globally indexed scientific journals.

University of Birjand Achieves Remarkable Rise in UI GreenMetric 2025 Global Ranking for Sustainable Universities

Birjand, Iran — The University of Birjand has recorded a significant improvement in the prestigious UI GreenMetric World University Ranking 2025, securing the 19th position nationally among 44 participating Iranian universities and 888th place globally out of 1,745 institutions from 105 countries.

UNESCO Tehran Office Director Holds Meeting with the Governor of South Khorasan Province

Yan Serang, Director of the UNESCO National Office in Tehran, met with the Governor of South Khorasan Province on Thursday, November 13, 2025, during his visit to the province at the invitation of the University of Birjand to attend the International Lut Conference.

“Water Harvesting Research” Journal Achieves Grade “A” Status in the Evaluation of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology“

According to the 2024 evaluation by the Commission of Scientific Journals of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology (MSRT), the Water Harvesting Research journal, published by the University of Birjand, has been promoted from scientific grade “B” to grade “A.”

Iran–Afghanistan Business Opportunities Exhibition Hosts a Joint Meeting Between Afghan Entrepreneurs and Birjand University Representatives

A joint meeting was held between selected Afghan business representatives and delegates from Birjand University on the sidelines of the Iran–Afghanistan Business Opportunities Exhibition.

Birjand University Faculty Members Ranked Among the World’s Top 2% Scientists in 2025

The global academic reputation of Birjand University has once again been highlighted as Dr. Hossein Barani and Dr. Mohammad Mesinayi, faculty members of the university, were listed among the top 2% of scientists worldwide in 2025.

Research Conducted by University of Birjand Faculty Member: Transformation in Business Financing – The Role of Private Markets in the Post-Crisis UK Economy

Dr. Alireza Abbasi Gorji, Assistant Professor at the University of Birjand, has submitted a pivotal research report to the UK House of Lords, analyzing how post-2008 financial reforms have shifted credit allocation from traditional banks to private markets. His study reveals that tighter capital and liquidity rules have curtailed bank lending, fueling the expansion of venture capital, private equity, and direct lending—reshaping corporate finance and amplifying systemic risks.

University of Birjand Hosts Coordination Meeting for the Fourth International Lut Desert Tourism Conference

he University of Birjand recently held a coordination meeting to plan the Fourth International Lut Desert Tourism Conference.

University of Birjand Strengthens International Ties with Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Representation in South Khorasan Province, visited the University of Birjand to discuss enhancing international academic collaborations.

New Virus Discovered in Iranian Saffron Fields

Researchers from the University of Birjand, in collaboration with the French Agricultural Research Centre for International Development (CIRAD), have identified and named a new virus affecting saffron plants in Iran.

University of Birjand Journal Indexed in DOAJ

The Interdisciplinary Studies of Literature, Arts and Humanities journal, published by the University of Birjand, has been indexed in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ).

Three New Robots and AI Football Analysis System Unveiled at University of Birjand

During the opening ceremony of the Provincial Student Technological Sports Olympiad, the University of Birjand showcased three innovative robots and an artificial intelligence system for football performance analysis and prediction on Sunday, December 30, 2024.

Fourth National Conference on Modern Animal Science Research in Iran

The Fourth National Conference on Modern Animal Science Research in Iran was held at the University of Birjand.

Two-New Arthropod Species Discovered and Named by Birjand University Faculty Member

Significant zoological discovery highlights Birjand University’s growing research impact in biodiversity studies. Dr. Javad Noei, a faculty member of the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Birjand, has discovered and named two new species of arthropods in South Khorasan Province, Iran.

University of Birjand's Journal Receives Scopus Indexation

The University of Birjand and University of Nigeria Sign Agreement to Boost Scientific Cooperation

The University of Birjand and the University of Nigeria have signed an agreement to boost scientific cooperation in a variety of areas, including research, education, and technology.

University of Birjand and Hanoi University of Mining and Geology Sign Memorandum of Understanding

University of Birjand and the Hanoi University of Mining and Geology have signed an agreement to boost scientific cooperation in a variety of areas, including research, education, and technology.

University of Birjand Earns Prestigious Placement in Times 2024 Subject Ranking

The Times International Ranking System, an esteemed international institution, recently unveiled its 2024 subject ranking results.

University of Birjand Faculty Member Recognized Among Top 2% of Global Researchers

Dr. Mohammad Massinaei, a distinguished member of the academic faculty in the Mining Engineering Department at the University of Birjand, has achieved international recognition by being included in the prestigious list of the world's top two percent of scientists for the year 2023.