In memoriam: A tribute to Dr Morteza Kaveh Kachouie (1906–1987) on the 100th anniversary of the passing of the Parliament Act "Contagious Animal Disease Prevention and Serum Making Institute, " 1924, Tehran, Iran

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1 Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute (RVSRI), Karaj, Iran.

2 Department of Epidemiology, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran.

3 Wisdom-Traditional Medicine and Medicine of the Islamic and Iranian Civilizations Group, Academy of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

10.32592/ARI.2025.80.SpecialIssue.31

Abstract

This tribute, written as a brief pictorial essay, a biographical sketch, and perhaps a glimpse into his personality, is intended to stimulate an appreciation for the remarkable veterinarian Dr. Morteza Kaveh Kachouie, for the services he provided and the legacy he left for his country. Being indefatigable in his commitment to promote public health and reduce social disparities in his society, Dr. Kaveh remains among the few we know today who have made history in their contributions to the Hessarak (Karaj) people, to the veterinary field, and beyond.

In today''s fast-moving world, where non-stop advances in technology overwhelm all aspects of our lives, the priceless experiences of people who came before us are easily undermined or overlooked. Writing biographies, therefore, can compensate by paying respect to our luminaries and inspiring the young generations.
On January 9, 2025, under the auspices of the Ministry of Agriculture of Iran, a prestigious ceremony hosting several senior State figures including MPs, the under-secretary of State, Minister of Agriculture, Academy of Science members, university professors, veterinarian and non-veterinarian officials plus many other professionals from government and private sector, was held in Tehran to mark the 100th anniversary of the Razi Vaccine & Serum Research Institute. The event acknowledged the institute''s outstanding achievements at the national and regional scale in the development of knowledge and know-how in the field of manufacturing vaccines and other biologicals with therapeutic/diagnostic application, and also the diagnosis of animal infectious diseases. In the centenary of Razi Institute''s birth, it is highly appropriate to pay tribute to the institute''s giants. Between 1985 and 1990, Razi witnessed demise of two of its legendary figures Dr Aziz Rafie and Dr Morteza Kaveh Kachouie, the second and the third directors of the institute succeeding the late Dr Delpy. Together, these three men led Razi for nearly half a century. Dr Kaveh, whom we know more for his public benefit activities, passed away on 10th December 1987, aged 81, in Tehran.
This article is a brief tribute to the memory of Dr. Kaveh for his lifelong commitment and dedication to making a big difference.

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Archives of Razi Institute
Volume 80, Special Issue - Serial Number 1
Special Issue_ 100th Anniversary
2025
Pages 31-40

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