April 15 is the day of remembrance of prominent ophthalmologist-scientist, academician Zarifa Aliyeva.

Every year, our people appreciate the radiant memory of Zarifa Aliyeva, who died thirty-six years ago on a warm spring day and lived a dignified and glorious life belonging to Azerbaijani women.

We present some moments from the life and activity of prominent ophthalmologist-scientist, academician Zarifa Aliyeva.

Born in the village of Shahtakhti in the Sharur region of ancient Nakhchivan, Zarifa Aliyeva lived a very rich and meaningful life. She was born in the family of Aziz Aliyev, a prominent public and state figure, the eldest son of our people. Her father's life was a real school of life for her. Zarifa Aliyeva was the architect and founder of the modern independent state of Azerbaijan, a genius who dedicated her entire meaningful life to the progress of her homeland and people, a loyal life partner, loyal friend and reliable comrade-in-arms of national leader Heydar Aliyev. It was a good experience in Aziz Aliyev's family when she was the wife of the country's first person. She was a moral support to the Great Leader.

Academician Zarifa Aliyeva's research and great achievements as a scientist mark a special stage in the history of Azerbaijani medical science. After graduating from the Azerbaijan State Medical University, Zarifa Aliyeva studied at the Moscow Institute for the Improvement of Physicians. She began her career in 1949 as a researcher at the Azerbaijan Research Institute for the Improvement of Physicians and devoted her entire life to ophthalmology. In 1983, she was elected a full member of the Azerbaijan Academy of Sciences.

Zarifa Aliyeva has many honorary titles, scientific titles and awards. Each of these names is a source of pride. But the most honorable of these names is the Mother's name. Zarifa Aliyeva is the mother of President Ilham Aliyev, a worthy successor of national leader Heydar Aliyev's political line.

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