NASA scientist Firouz Naderi, an Iranian-American, has died. At the time of his death, he was 77 years old. The respected company employed the Jet Propulsion Laboratory specialist for 35 years. His current injury, which left him disabled, was disclosed on his official Instagram account. However, at the time this story was written, no official cause of death had been made public. Since the news of his death broke, Internet users have flooded the site with notes of condolences. On May 29, Firouz Naderi’s nephew posted on the scientist’s verified Instagram account to inform his 445,000 followers that Naderi had been involved in an unexpected accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down. The statement also said: “He has had two neck surgeries in the last week and is grateful for all the kind messages he has received from everyone and thankfully he is now completely sane.”
Firouz Naderi’s cause of death revealed
Firouz Naderi passed away on Friday, June 9, according to a post he made on social media today. The statement also said: “Firouz was surrounded by love and admiration in his last hours, as he had been all his life.” The notification also noted that information about the memorial service would be made available when appropriate. After the news of Naderi’s passing spread, the internet was flooded with condolence letters. The announcement left fans stunned.
In Shiraz, Firouz Naderi was born in March 1946. He attended primary and secondary school in the Iranian city before moving to Italy to enroll in the Don Bosco boarding school. He later moved to the US and earned an electrical engineering degree from Iowa State University after immigrating there. In addition, he earned his Ph.D. and master’s degrees from the University of Southern California. In Iran, Naderi also completed his mandatory military service before leaving the nation permanently in 1978. When the renowned scientist joined NASA, he was a systems engineer.
He focused on the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), where he was tasked with developing and launching unmanned spacecraft for missions beyond our solar system. He also spent five years managing the Mars Program, which helped him earn the renowned NASA Outstanding Leadership Medal. He eventually rose to the position of deputy director at JPL after successfully launching the Mars program. He was also given the position of Director of the Solar System Exploration Program. So this was it for this article. May his soul rest in peace.
Tributes Come As Iranian NASA Scientist Firouz Naderi Dies At 77
It is with deep sadness that this post announces the passing of Dr. Firouz Naderi on Friday 6/9. In his last hours, Firouz was surrounded by love and admiration, as he was throughout his life.
Information about memorial services celebrating his remarkable life will be shared as appropriate. pic.twitter.com/L2sSlliCF7
— Firouz M. Naderi (@Firouz_Naderi) June 9, 2023
Devastated to learn of the passing of Dr. Firouz Naderi, one of the brightest minds in the Iranian diaspora and a staunch defender of the freedom of the Iranian people. My condolences to his family and his loved ones. This is a truly tragic loss for our community and beyond. https://t.co/ItKSwaiyOU
— Nazanin Boniadi (@NazaninBoniadi) June 9, 2023
I am saddened by the news that Iranian scientist Firouz Naderi passed away today at the age of 77.
Dr. Naderi spent 36 years in technical and executive positions at NASA, where he contributed to America’s most iconic robotic space missions.
Men like Firouz are the reason we are a proud community. pic.twitter.com/4CWhmYrKKN
— New account of Xerxes (@Iranwillbefree_) June 9, 2023
Sad to hear about the passing of Firouz Naderi, a renowned NASA scientist and a passionate supporter of democracy in Iran. He was a dear friend and mentor to many of us and will be sorely missed. pic.twitter.com/CGxAiMHoqy
— Karim Sadjadpour (@ksadjadpour) June 9, 2023
The heartbreaking news reached me that Firouz Naderi has left us in a hurry. I had the privilege of meeting him in Los Angeles in January and was impressed by his passion and drive for freedom. My deepest condolences to his loved ones. Rest in peace, dear Firouz. pic.twitter.com/5MG1GT5X28
— Alireza Akhondi (@AlirezaAkhondi) June 9, 2023
Firouz Naderi passed away at the age of 77. He was always proud of the younger generation fighting for a free Iran, the first word that came to mind when thinking of the younger generation taking to the streets of Iran protesting was the word respect🤍#فیروز_نادری https://t.co/98rKnsOOGI pic.twitter.com/GKZqfPG4uu
— Chef Khashi (@ChefKhashi) June 10, 2023
Firouz Naderi passed away at the age of 77. He was always proud of the younger generation fighting for a free Iran, the first word that came to mind when thinking of the younger generation taking to the streets of Iran protesting was the word respect🤍#فیروز_نادری pic.twitter.com/DZEUoJbPkR
—Emily (@emilyshar1) June 9, 2023
My heart is broken. The world has just lost a great man before his time. 💔
Firouz Naderi led NASA’s Mars program. He was a leader in space exploration, an icon among successful Iranian-Americans, and a friend and inspiration to many. https://t.co/fHHTweDqCR
— Ali Partovi (@apartovi) June 9, 2023
ICOIA joins the global Iranian community in mourning the departure of Dr. Firouz Naderi. The world will remember the remarkable achievements he made in advancing world science, as well as his commitment to seeking justice in Iran. RIP pic.twitter.com/8tlZR5ZMPT
— ICOIA (@ICOIA_Official) June 10, 2023
Firouz Naderi was an accomplished Iranian American who led the Mars program at NASA and spearheaded many of the most important missions in space exploration. May he rest in peace. https://t.co/X0ebQ3CGHw
—Hadi Partovi (@hadip) June 9, 2023
You were eagerly looking for life off this planet without forgetting your fellow citizens of Earth who deserve to live a better life.
Thank you for your service to science and humanity, #FirouzNaderi! pic.twitter.com/jga5pGG6i3
– Rezasalehi (@ENG_REZASALEHI) June 10, 2023
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