Coordinates: 34°47′29″N 48°30′48″E / 34.79141922016674°N 48.5132837173412°E / 34.79141922016674; 48.5132837173412

Avicenna Cultural and Scientific Foundation

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Avicenna Cultural and Scientific Foundation
Avicenna Scientific and Cultural Foundation
FormationJanuary 26, 2005
Founded atIran
Location
Coordinates34°47′29″N 48°30′48″E / 34.79141922016674°N 48.5132837173412°E / 34.79141922016674; 48.5132837173412
Websitewww.buali.ir/en/home

Avicenna Scientific and Cultural Foundation (Persian: بنیاد علمی و فرهنگی بوعلی‌سینا, English: Bu Ali Sina Scienntific and Cultural Foundation) is a non-profit non-governmental institution whose focus is on the life and works of the Persian polymath Abū ʿAlī al-Ḥusayn ibn ʿAbd Allāh ibn Al-Hasan ibn Ali ibn Sīnā (Avicenna or Ibn Sina).[1] The foundation showcases his character and work, honoring his universal position, encouraging national and international researchers to produce distinguished works, as well as enhancing cultural and scientific activities.[2][3]

The president of the foundation

The president of the foundation holds the highest-ranking executive post and is elected by the board of trustees as well as the order of the board of trustees' secretary for a four-year term, which can be renewed for another term.

See also

References

  1. ^ "اساسنامه بنیاد علمی و فرهنگی بوعلی سینا". Islamic Parliament Research Center. Archived from the original on 2016-08-17. Retrieved 2016-05-15.
  2. ^ Bu-Ali Sina Scientific and Cultural Foundation. "Articles of Association of Avicenna Cultural and Scientific Foundation". buali.ir. Archived from the original on 2016-08-08. Retrieved 2016-05-15.
  3. ^ "Iran holds conference on ancient philosopher Avicenna". www.iran-daily.com. Retrieved 2016-05-15.

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