Dec 24, 2012, 4:00 PM

Iranian ophthalmologist awarded US National Medal

Iranian ophthalmologist awarded US National Medal

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – Twelve researchers and 11 innovators, among whom an Iranian ophthalmologist, were awarded the most prestigious US federal medal in science, technology, and innovation.

Twenty-three select individuals in science and innovation will officially receive the most prestigious science and tech medal in the US next year in the White House. Gholamali Peiman, a retina surgeon, has been awarded the medal in tech and innovation for his innovative method in eye surgery, LASIK.

40 years of experience in engineering, pharmacology, and extensive experience in ophthalmology have made revolutionary developments in eye surgery and treatments possible.

Since 1980, the National Medal of Technology and Innovation is awarded by the President of The United States to American innovators who make great contributions to the development of new and groundbreaking technology.

The medal is awarded to an individual, a group, or an entire organization or company. It is the most honorable award United States gives to a citizen for innovative developments.

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