BOOKS & SELECTED ARTICLES
Books
Mehdi Razani, Yadollah Heydari Babakamal, (2019). Haftshouyeh Mosque, Isfahan; Tabriz University of Islamic Art, Tabriz
Abedi, A., & Razani, M. (Eds.). (2017). The international symposium on the archaeology and archaeometry of the Chalcolithic and the Bronze Ages in the Northwest Iran and the South Caucasus. Tabriz Islamic Art University Publication.
Razani, M., & Ajorloo, B. (Eds.). (2015). Proceeding of the 1st and 2nd Iranian national symposium on the application of scientific analyses in archaeometry and the conservation and restoration of cultural heritage, Tabriz, May 2012, 2013. Tabriz Islamic Art University Press.
Razani, M. (Ed.). (2014). Proceedings of the first Iranian conference in the art & national identity. Isfahan: Gol-daste pub & Art University of Isfahan.
Razani, M. (2008). A guide to the conservation & preservation of shells & shell objects. Tehran: Abzian Scientific Publication.
Book Translations (English to Persian)
Weyer, A., Roig Picazo, P., Pop, D., Cassar, J., Özköse, A., Vallet, J. M., & Srša, I. (2015). EwaGlos-European illustrated glossary of conservation terms for wall paintings and architectural surfaces (Vol. 17). Michael Imhof Verlag. (M. Razani & F. Sehati, Trans.). (2019). doi:10.5165/hawk-hhg/417
Doehne, E., & Price, C. (2010). Stone conservation: An overview of current research (2nd ed.). The Getty Conservation Institute. (M. Razani & H. Zandkarimi, Trans.). (2014). Tehran: Faza Pub.
Vergès-Belmin, V. (Ed.). (2008). Illustrated glossary on stone deterioration patterns. ISCS, Champagne/Marne, France. (G. Vatankhah & M. Razani, Trans.). (2011). Tehran: ISBA Pub.
Book Chapters
Razani, M. (1400 [2021]). Conservation and restoration guidelines for Bronze Age chlorite stone objects from the Jiroft cultural region. In S. Alibeigi, M. R. Miri, and H. Pittman (Eds.), Sepehr-e Majd, pp. 429–448. Tehran: Center for the Great Islamic Encyclopedia (Center for Iranian and Islamic Studies).
Razani, M., & Sehati, F. (1403 [2024]). The emergence of archaeometry in Iran and worldwide and its significance for cultural heritage. In R. Vatandoust (Ed.), A Book on Conservation: Writings on the Foundations of Cultural Heritage Conservation and Restoration, Vol. 1. Tehran: Dadkin.
Journal Papers & Conference Proceedings
Samadian, M., Razani, M., & Mirzaei, A. (1405 [2026]). A proposed guideline for the scientific conservation and restoration of historic carpets. Conservation and Restoration Science, 9(2), 46–57. https://kcr.richt.ir/article-1-137-fa.pdf
Kamali, A. E., Razani, M., Beheshti, S. I., Fadaei, H., & Ebrahimzadeh, V. (1405 [2026]). Investigation of the ancient metal-smelting site of Chah Jamal Khashomang in Yazd Province based on geochemical and mineralogical studies. Conservation and Restoration Science, 9(1), 49–59. http://journal.richt.ir/kcr/article-1-368-fa.html
Razani, M., Esmaeilnejad Teymourabadi, J., & Hosseinzadegan, S. (1404 [2025]). Evaluating the stability of conventional materials used in fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printing for applications in the restoration of historic objects and museum practice. Zarrinfam: Biannual Journal of Museum Studies, e246208. https://doi.org/10.30481/museum.2026.574239.1077
Razani, M., & Ghaffari, T. (1404 [2025]). Innovative technology for reconstructing missing sections of blue-and-white ceramic ware dating to the medieval Islamic period, excavated from the Grand Bazaar of Tabriz, Iran. Scientific Journal of the Industrial Arts of Greater Khorasan, 3(11), e245161.
Razani, M., & Heydari Babakamal, Y. (1404 [2025]). A comparative typological and chronological study of architectural ornamentation at the Jameh Mosque of Haftshuyeh, Isfahan. Islamic Industrial Arts, 9(2), 264–294.
Razani, M. (1404 [2025]). Book review: The Anthropomorphic Clay Figurines of Shahdad: An Inquiry into Art, Ritual, and Symbolism in Bronze Age Iran. Heritage of Southwest Asia Journal, 2(2), e6. https://doi.org/10.22034/hsaj.2025.564221.1035
Razani, M., & Fadaei, H. (1404 [2025]). A national conservation document for archaeological excavations: A strategic framework for development for stakeholders and policymakers. Conservation and Restoration Science, Winter 1404 [2025–2026], no. 26, 64–89.
Razani, M., & Rajabi, N. (1404 [2025]). Permits for sampling historical and cultural objects: Challenges and solutions. Journal of Archaeometry, 11(1), 1–10. https://doi.org/10.61882/jra.2025.11.102
Razani, M., & Bansalou, N. (1404 [2025]). Evaluating the effectiveness of Paraloid and epoxy resins in consolidating trachyte stone: A case study of the Khosravi Leather Factory in Tabriz. Bonyan-e Honar: Essays on Museology, Conservation, Archaeology, and Art History, 3(6), 27–58.
Janani, S., Razani, M., & Ebrahimi, H. (1404 [2025]). Evaluating hydrogeological methods for archaeometry-based conservation at the Tabriz Iron Age Museum. Parseh Journal of Archaeological Studies, 9(32), 65–93.
Razani, M., & Bater, M. (1404 [2025]). A comparative analysis and critique of the undergraduate curriculum in historical monuments conservation: From its initial development in 1364 [1985] to its revision, approval, and implementation in 1401 [2022]. Conservation and Restoration Science, 8(2), 35–55.
Razani, M., & Hamzavi, Y. (1403 [2024]). Identification of colorants in the mortar and concealed motifs of the architectural decoration of the rock-cut temple of Varjuvi, Maragheh, dating to the Mongol Ilkhanid period. Zarrinfam: Biannual Journal of Museum Studies, 3(4), 181–202.
Ghodousian, T., Razani, M., Mehdikhani, A. H., Kiaei, A. A., Keshtkar, A., Khajeh Mirzaei, A., Shirazi, H., Dehpahlavan, M., Mansouri, A., & Hosseinbor, A. (1403 [2024]). A comprehensive analysis of the concepts and applications of artificial intelligence in cultural heritage and the arts: From archaeologists’ dreams to the reality of the metaverse (Part 1: General overview). Conservation and Restoration Science, 7(3), 62–112.
Amiri Baghbaderani, A., Nemani Khiawi, L., & Razani, M. (1403 [2024]). Transcription of the inscriptions on the entrance portal of the Hasan Padeshah complex in Tabriz. Conservation and Restoration Science, 7(2), 61–82.
Amiri Baghbaderani, A., Nemani Khiawi, L., & Razani, M. (1403 [2024]). A study of the rock-cut architecture of the Jameh Mosque in the village of Anasrud, Osko, East Azerbaijan, Iran. Maskan va Memari-ye Rustai [Housing and Rural Architecture], 43(186), 58–72.
Bater, M., & Razani, M. (1403 [2024]). Guidelines for documenting and recording pottery and ceramic objects during conservation and restoration operations. Conservation and Restoration Science, 7(2), 26–46.
Razani, M., & Taghavi, N. (1403 [2024]). Absolute dating of ancient lime-based mortars using radiocarbon (¹⁴C) analysis. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], 10(1), 189–202.
Razani, M., Velayati, R., & Haghi, P. (1403 [2024]). Structural characterization of the ancient mortars of Ojan Castle, dating to the Seljuk–Ilkhanid period. Parseh Journal of Archaeological Studies, 8(30), 151–178.
Razani, M., Nemani Khiawi, L., Ranjbari, A., & Amiri, A. (1403 [2024]). A new transcription of the Urartian cuneiform inscription of Sagzabad, Varzaqan, East Azerbaijan, Iran. Zabanshenakht [Linguistic Studies], 15(1), 27–50. https://doi.org/10.30465/ls.2023.47346.2164
Razani, M., Haddadian, M. A., & Esmaeilnejad Teymouri, J. (1403 [2024]). The use of three-dimensional technologies to design balancing supports for unstable ancient pottery displayed in museums. Conservation and Restoration Science, 7(2), 1–16.
Razani, M., & Danesh-e Garamaleki, N. (1403 [2024]). A study of the influence of European painting on the wall paintings of the historic Sukias House in Isfahan. Islamic Industrial Arts, 8(2), 243–263.
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1403 [2024]). Structural and visual damage assessment of the Urartian stone inscription of Saqizdel, Varzaqan, East Azerbaijan, Iran. Asar, 45(106), 29–58.
Razani, M., & Shojaei Maleki, Z. (1402 [2023]). A typology of forgeries of historical and cultural pottery in Iran. Conservation and Restoration Science, 6(1), 38–49.
Razani, M., & Fazel, A. (1402 [2023]). Experimental reconstruction of incised pottery known as the Aqkand type. [Iranian Indigenous Knowledge Studies], 10(20), 1–37.
Razani, M., Mohammadi Sefidkhani, R., & Mirzaei, A. (1402 [2023]). Conservation, restoration, and reconstruction of the marble tombstone of Seyyed Ruhollah Kashfi Darabi at Tabriz Islamic Art University. Conservation and Restoration Science, 6(2), 18–31.
Razani, M., Mehryar, S., Abdolalizadeh, M., & Telischian Azar, Z. (1402 [2023]). Relocation of a Qajar-era fireplace from the historic Sediq al-Saltaneh Mansion in Tabriz. Conservation and Restoration Science, 6(2), 52–65.
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1402 [2023]). Evaluating methods for estimating the penetration depth of consolidants in porous materials of historic monuments. Studies in the World of Color, 13(4), 343–358.
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1402 [2023]). A conservation and restoration plan for the Urartian inscription of Saqizdel, Varzaqan, East Azerbaijan, Iran. Conservation and Restoration Science, 6(4), 18–35.
Esmaeilnejad Teymourabadi, J., Majidi, F., Yazdani, G., & Razani, M. (1403 [2024]). Conservation and restoration of a human skeleton from the Tabriz Iron Age Museum archaeological site. Bonyan-e Honar: Essays on Museology, Conservation, Archaeology, and Art History, 2(1), 107–132.
Razani, M., & Esmaeilnejad Teymourabadi, J. (1402 [2023]). Applications of 3D modeling and fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printing in the restoration and prototyping of historic and cultural ivory objects. Bonyan-e Honar, 1(2), 251–278.
Razani, M., Dadashzadeh, N., & Majidi, F. (1402 [2023]). The use of optimized mortars incorporating waste materials to stabilize the walls and floors of graves at the Tabriz Iron Age Museum site. Scientific Journal of Iranian Restoration and Architecture, 13(33).
Razani, M., & Yaghoubzadeh, H. (1401 [2022]). A review of the structure, applications, production process, and effects of additives in traditional gypsum mortar. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], 8(1), 185–205.
Razani, M., & Yaghoubzadeh, H. (1401 [2022]). A review of the chemical structure, applications, and identification methods of casein adhesives in historic objects. Studies in the World of Color, 12(1), 37–50.
Razani, M., Zahedi, P., & Omidian, A. (1401 [2022]). An introduction to Islamic principles of the conservation and restoration of historic tombstones in accordance with religious rulings and requirements. Conservation and Restoration Science, 5(4), 1–11.
Razani, M., Rashidzadeh, A., & Mohammadi Sefidkhani, R. (1401 [2022]). A case report: Restoration of an incised pottery bowl from the Silveh mound, dating to the Early Bronze Age (3000–2500 BCE), using papier-mâché. Conservation and Restoration Science, 5(3), 63–70.
Razani, M., Nemani Khiawi, L., & Mansouri Esfahani, M. (1401 [2022]). Evaluation of silica nanoparticles for consolidating the stone dado of the Sheikh Heydar Mausoleum Tower, Meshgin Shahr, Iran. Color Science and Technology, 16(4), 343–357.
Razani, M., Nemani Khiawi, L., & Heydari Babakamal, Y. (1401 [2022]). An investigation into the historical attribution, architectural characteristics, and ornamentation of the mausoleum tower attributed to Sheikh Heydar in Meshgin Shahr. Iranian Archaeological Research, 12(35), 305–340.
Razani, M., Yaghizadeh, M., & Fazel, A. (1401 [2022]). A review of damage assessment in historic pottery. Conservation and Restoration Science, 5(2), 19–34.
Razani, M., & Samadian, S. (1400 [2021]). A review of external structural deterioration in the storage of handwoven carpets. Conservation and Restoration Science, 4(3), 63–76.
Razani, M., & Naser Ahari, M. S. (1400 [2021]). A review of the nature and applications of white barium pigment in industry and art. Studies in the World of Color, 11(3), 11–26.
Razani, M., & Yaghoubzadeh, H. (1400 [2021]). A review of the structural characteristics, optimization, and applications of animal-hide glue. Studies in the World of Color, 11(4), 1–12.
Razani, M., & Esmaeilnejad Teymourabadi, J. (1400 [2021]). The use of stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing to produce replicas of historical and cultural
objects: A case study of an ancient ivory chess piece. Conservation and Restoration Science, 4(3), 1–12.
Orange, M., Abedi, A., Le Bourdonnec, F. X., Vosough, B., Ebrahimi, G., Razani, M., & Marro, C. (2021). Consuming local: The new obsidian source of Ideloo (Northwestern Iran) and first evidence of use by neighbouring prehistoric communities. Geoarchaeology, 36, 266–282. https://doi.org/10.1002/gea.21829
Kasiri, M. B., Shahrsabzi, S., Emami, M. A., & Razani, M. (2020). Provenance of the stones used in plinths of the Achaemenid palaces of Borazjan, southern Iran. Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports, 29, 102064. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jasrep.2019.102064
Kasiri, M. B., Ajorloo, B., & Razani, M. (2019). Chemical dating of skeletons from the Iron Age cemetery of Tabriz based on fluorine, uranium, and nitrogen content. Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports, 24, 330–337. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jasrep.2019.01.028
Abedi, A., Vosough, B., Razani, M., Kasiri, M. B., Steiniger, D., & Ebrahimi, G. (2018). Obsidian deposits from north-western Iran and first analytical results: Implications for prehistoric production and trade. Mediterranean Archaeology and Archaeometry, 18(2), 107–119. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.1297153
Emami, M. A., Razani, M., Soleimani, N., & Madjidzadeh, Y. (2017). New insights into the characterization and provenance of chlorite objects from the Jiroft civilization in Iran. Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports, 16, 194–204. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jasrep.2017.10.004
Razani, M. (1403 [2024]). Preservation and maintenance of archives of historical and cultural study samples. Journal of Archaeometry, 1(2), 28–31.
Razani, M., Kordi, M., Mortazavi, M., & Sedghi, Y. (1400 [2021]). Investigation of coloring materials in the decorative motifs of the northern and southeastern iwans of the World Heritage Site of Soltaniyeh Dome. Iranian Archaeological Research, 11(31), 265–288.
Razani, M., Sehati, F., & Kasiri, M. B. (1400 [2021]). Archaeometry in cultural heritage and art studies: Definitions, research areas, and future challenges. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], 7(1), 1–30.
Razani, M., Mohammadi Sefidkhani, R., Ajorloo, B., & Jahangiri, A. (1400 [2021]). Structural characterization of marble vessels from the Jiroft Plain and comparison with marble stones distributed along the Halil and Shur river tributaries in southeastern Iran. Archaeological Studies, 13(2), 1–1.
Mehryar, S., & Razani, M. (1400 [2021]). A study of the architectural structure and water-supply system of the rock-cut bathhouse in the historic village of Kohnamo, Osko County. Housing and Rural Environment, 40(174), 119–134.
Razani, M., & Dadashzadeh, N. (1399 [2020]). Evaluation of lime-based mortars for the conservation of architectural remains uncovered during archaeological excavations. Archaeological Studies, University of Tehran, 12(3), 107–123.
Zarei, H., & Razani, M. (1399 [2020]). The correspondence between inscriptional content and architectural placement in Islamic architecture: A comparative study of Khan School and the Moshirol-Molk and Nasir al-Molk mosques in Shiraz. Iranian Archaeological Research, 10(26), 163–188.
Razani, M., Shahrsabzi, S., Kasiri, M. B., & Emami, S. M. A. (1399 [2020]). Structural characterization of the gray-black stones used in the column bases of the Achaemenid palace at Charkhab, Borazjan. Parseh Journal of Archaeological Studies, 4(13), 71–82.
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1399 [2020]). A review of stone consolidation using nanotechnology. Studies in the World of Color, 13(2), 61–72.
Sedghi, Y., Razani, M., Ghaeini, Z., & Sabouhi Sani, F. (1399 [2020]). A review of pigments used in the decorative motifs of Bronze Age pottery from archaeological sites in Sistan and Baluchestan. Studies in the World of Color, 10(2), 61–72.
Sedghi, Y., & Razani, M. (1399 [2020]). Depictions of goats on Bronze Age pottery from the southeastern Iranian Plateau. Negareh, 15(55), 101–120.
Abedi, A., Rahmani, P., Emami, S. M. A., & Razani, M. (1399 [2020]). Archaeometric studies of Bronze Age ceramics and pottery from Silveh Mound, Piranshahr, northwestern Iran. Journal of Ceramic Science and Engineering, Iranian Ceramic Society, 9(2), 103–121.
Abdollahi, M., Asgharizadeh, S., & Razani, M. (1399 [2020]). A review of the applications of synchrotron radiation in archaeological sciences. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], 6(1), 155–174.
Sabouhi Sani, F., Sedghi, Y., & Razani, M. (1399 [2020]). A study of artistic technologies used in the manufacture of silver jewelry in Sistan and Baluchestan. Women in Culture and Art, 12(1), 131–153.
Hamzavi, Y., & Razani, M. (1399 [2020]). A study of the rock-cut architecture of Varjuvi, Maragheh County, with particular emphasis on architectural ornamentation. Parseh Journal of Archaeological Studies, 4(11), 169–188.
Razani, M., & Abbasi, Q. (1398 [2019]). An introduction to the Makou Castle complex, West Azerbaijan Province, Iran. Asar, 40(3), 106–127.
Razani, M., & Heydari Babakamal, Y. (1398 [2019]). Periodization of the architecture of the Jameh Mosque of Haftshuyeh through comparative studies. Journal of Architecture in Hot and Dry Climates, 7(10), 141–174.
Sedghi, Y., Razani, M., & Heydari, M. (1398 [2019]). An archaeometric study of pottery from the Bronze Age cemetery of Keshik, Nikshahr County. Iranian Archaeological Research, 9(23), 25–38.
Razani, M., Emami, S. M. A., Baghlbanan, A., & Crosta, G. B. (1398 [2019]). Laboratory studies on stone consolidation in the rock-cut architecture of the historic village of Kandovan. Housing and Rural Architecture, 38(167), 99–114.
Abedi, A., Bahramandipour Fard, R., Geravand, A., Malekpour, F., & Razani, M. (1398 [2019]). Provenance analysis of obsidian tools from prehistoric sites in the Khoy Plain based on X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis. Iranian Journal of Archaeological Research, 9(21), 41–60.
Abedi, A., Vosough, B., Razani, M., Kasiri, M. B., Steiniger, D., & Ebrahimi, G. (1398 [2019]). Identification of the first obsidian source in northwestern Iran for determining the provenance of prehistoric artifacts from local sources. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], 5(1), 1–15.
Razani, M., Sedghi, Y., & Heydari Babakamal, Y. (1398 [2019]). A comparative study of stone-carving techniques in prehistoric southeastern Iran and contemporary Mashhad Herkare stone carving. Parseh Journal of Archaeological Studies, (7), 56–77.
Razani, M., & Hamzavi, Y. (1397 [2018]). Structural characterization of historic mortars used in architectural decoration and interior plastering at the rock-cut temple of Varjuvi, Maragheh, Iran. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], 4(2), 21–33.
Razani, M., Haddadian, M. A., & Safarpour Abbas, S. (1397 [2018]). The use of modern prototyping technologies to reconstruct missing sections of archaeological pottery. Iranian Archaeological Research, 8(18), 173–192.
Razani, M., & Ahmadkhan Beigi, S. (1397 [2018]). Preventive conservation to control the damaging effects of bird droppings on stone monuments. Asar, (83), 27–38.
Razani, M., & Mohammadi Sefidkhani, R. (1397 [2018]). Pol Dokhtar of Miyaneh: History, documentation, and conservation interventions. Asar, (78), 19–32.
Razani, M., Emami, S. M. A., Baghlbanan, A., & Delgado Rodrigues, J. (1397 [2018]). Research on optimized lime mortars as substitutes for cement–sand mortars in the repair of the rock-cut architecture of the historic village of Kandovan. Housing and Rural Architecture, 17(161), 125–138.
Razani, M., Mansouri Esfahani, M., Martínez-Gómez, F., & Afsharinejad, H. (1396 [2017]). Preparation of thin sections for polarized-light microscopy in archaeometric studies. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], 3(2), 45–56.
Sedghi, Y., Abedi, A., Razani, M., & Heydari, M. (1396 [2017]). Structural characterization of a newly discovered pottery jar associated with the life cycle from the prehistoric Keshik cemetery, Sistan and Baluchestan, southeastern Iran. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], 3(2), 1–24.
Madhoushian-Nejad, M., Haddadian, M. A., & Razani, M. (1396 [2017]). A comparative study of the wall paintings in the royal reception hall of the Hariri House in Tabriz and the Qavam al-Dowleh House in Tehran. Islamic Industrial Arts, 2(1), 36–51.
Zarei, H., Vahidi, F., & Razani, M. (1396 [2017]). A study of Qajar-era bathhouses in southern Fars Province to identify their architectural and spatial characteristics. Journal of Architecture in Hot and Dry Climates, 2(4), 1–20.
Zarei, H., Razani, M., & Ghazlbash, E. (1396 [2017]). Reconstructing the design patterns of historic houses in Qajar-era Shiraz from a climatic perspective. Iranian Journal of Archaeological Research, 7(13), 225–242.
Afsharinejad, H., Ajorloo, B., Jahangiri, A., & Razani, M. (1396 [2017]). Structural characterization of pottery from the Late Early Bronze Age at the archaeological site of Kohneh Shahr, West Azerbaijan, Iran. Studies in Archaeology, University of Tehran, (9), 1–17.
Razani, M., Emami, S. M. A., & Baghlbanan, A. (1395 [2016]). A typological analysis of rock-cut architecture on the slopes of Mount Sahand, a volcanic mountain. Iranian Studies, 6(2), 1–20.
Razani, M., Haddadian, M. A., & Safarpour Abbas, S. (1395 [2016]). The use of rapid prototyping technologies to reconstruct missing sections of glass artifacts, with a view to their application to historic glass objects. Iranian Journal of Conservation and Architecture, 6(12), 85–101.
Baghlbanan, A., Ramezanifar, F., Hashem Al-Hosseini, H., & Razani, M. (1395 [2016]). Feasibility study of using biogrout to stabilize mobile desert sands for the conservation of archaeological remains. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], Islamic Art University of Tabriz, 2(1).
Amini Beyrami, F., Razani, M., Asghari Koljahai, E., Emami, S. M. A., & Baghlbanan, A. (1394 [2015]). Structural analysis of pyroclastic rocks used in the rock-cut architecture of the historic village of Kandovan. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], Islamic Art University of Tabriz, 1(1).
Saranjadi Dadian, H., Pourzargan, V., Moradi, H., & Razani, M. (1394 [2015]). A preliminary analysis of the local origin of buff-colored pottery production at Shahr-e Sukhteh using semi-quantitative X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis. Pazhuhesh-e Bastan-Sanji [Journal of Archaeometry], Islamic Art University of
Tabriz, 1(1).
Razani, M. (1396 [2017]). Identifying the two companions of Henry Rawlinson through the signature engraved on the Behistun Inscription (1844): Captain James Felix Jones and Mr. A. Hector. Danesh-e Hefazat va Maremmat [Conservation and Restoration Knowledge], Special Issue No. 2, Autumn 1396.
Razani, M., Sedghi, Y., Kordi, M., & Mortazavi, M. (1399 [2020]). Technical examination of the stucco decorations of the Soltaniyeh Dome using X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Iranian Journal of Conservation and Archaeometry, 1(1), Faculty of Conservation of Cultural Heritage, Tabriz Islamic Art University.
Jaloudarian Bidgoli, B., & Razani, M. (1396 [2017]). Surface morphology analysis of chlorite stone weights from Jiroft in the Azerbaijan Museum using Reflectance Transformation Imaging (RTI). Paper presented at the Second International Conference on the Archaeology of Southeastern Iran, 11–13 December 2017, University of Jiroft, Kerman, Iran. (In press, as stated in the original reference.)
Razani, M. (1398 [2019]). Deterioration mechanisms and conservation strategies for the tuff statues of Easter Island, Chile. Gahnameh-ye Hefazat va Maremmat [Conservation and Restoration Yearbook], 1(1–2), Faculty of Applied Arts, Tabriz Islamic Art University.
Razani, M., & Kazemipour, N. (1393 [2014]). An evaluation of ICOMOS International Day for Monuments and Sites from its inception through 2013. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], 8(16), Spring–Summer.
Mohammadi Sefidkhani, R., & Razani, M. (1394 [2015]). Conservation and restoration of marble vessels excavated from Jiroft in the Halil Rud cultural region. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], New Series, 3(5), Spring–Summer.
Ahmadkhan Beigi, S., & Razani, M. (1393 [2014]). Structural characterization of trachyte stones used in the plinth of the Khosravi Leather Factory in Tabriz. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], New Series, 2(3), Spring–Summer.
Razani, M., & Almasinia, P. (1392 [2013]). The Sukias House in New Julfa, Isfahan: History, architecture, ornamentation, and repairs. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], New Series, 1(1), Autumn–Winter.
Razani, M., Koushki, D., Mirzaei, A., & Mohammadi Sefidkhani, R. (1392 [2013]). Conservation and restoration of the Pearl Pool at the Sedighiani House in Tabriz. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], New Series, 1(1), Autumn–Winter.
Karimi, M., Razani, M., & Mehryar, S. (1392 [2013]). Revealing and conserving concealed painted decorations in part of the dado at the Sedighiani House in Tabriz. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], New Series, 1(1), Spring–Summer.
Razani, M. (1392 [2013]). A bibliography of stone heritage conservation and restoration in Persian. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], New Series, 1(1), Spring–Summer.
Razani, M., & Kazemipour, N. (1390 [2011]). Conservation of pearls in personal jewelry and museum objects. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], No. 9, Autumn–Winter.
Kordi, M., Mortazavi, M., & Razani, M. (1390 [2011]). Investigating the role of salts in the deterioration of tuff stones used in the southeastern porch dado of the Soltaniyeh Dome, Zanjan. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], 6(11), 27–36.
Razani, M. (1389 [2010]). An examination of the foundations of conservation in Iran, with reference to the historic David House, the first conservation school in New Julfa, Isfahan. Ganjineh: A Scholarly Research Series on Iranian and Islamic Art, Academy of Art, Book 4, 89–118.
Razani, M., Emami, M., & Majidzadeh, Y. (1389 [2010]). The place of soft stone in Bronze Age sites in Iran. Ganjineh: A Scholarly Research Series on Iranian and Islamic Art, Academy of Art, Book 2.
Razani, M., Bakhshandeh Fard, H., Tokali, A., & Nasirzadeh, B. (1389 [2010]). A look at the forgery of cultural heritage in Iran. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], No. 8, Spring–Summer.
Razani, M., Bakhshandeh Fard, H., & Tokali, A. (1389 [2010]). Seljuk metalworking: An Islamic art with an Iranian identity. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], Vol. 5, Winter 1388–Spring, Serial No. 5.
Razani, M. (1388 [2009]). Terminology of stone conservation. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], No. 7, Autumn–Winter.
Razani, M., Emami, M. A., Abed Esfahani, A., & Majidzadeh, Y. (1388 [2009]). A review of recent archaeological discoveries in Jiroft. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], 5(4).
Razani, M. (1388 [2009]). An introduction to the care of shells in museums and collections. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], No. 6, Spring–Summer.
Razani, M. (1387 [2008]). A review of the conservation principles applied to two collections of pictorial tiles at Chehel Sotoun Museum. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], Faculty of Conservation, University of Isfahan, No. 3.
Razani, M. (1387 [2008]). Editorial correction and annotation of A Brief Look at the Old Houses of New Julfa, Isfahan, by Leon Minassian. Farhang-e Esfahan, No. 41–42, General Department of Culture and Islamic Guidance.
Razani, M. (1387 [2008]). Balaam: A glossary of conservation terminology. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], No. 5.
Razani, M. (1387 [2008]). Mohsen Piramoun: One of Iran’s earliest museum-object conservators. Danesh-e Maremmat va Mirاث-e Farhangi [Conservation and Cultural Heritage Knowledge], Faculty of Conservation, University of Isfahan, 4(2), 1–5.
Razani, M. (1387 [2008]). Conservation of shells and shell objects, with reference to archaeological excavations and museums. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], No. 4, Spring–Summer.
Razani, M. (1387 [2008]). Chehel Sotoun: Paintings and painters. Farhang-e Esfahan, No. 40, General Department of Culture and Islamic Guidance.
Adineh, A., & Razani, M. (1386 [2007]). Cesare Brandi and new ideas in conservation. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], 2(3), 17–26.
Eslami, M., & Razani, M. (1386 [2007]). An introduction to specialized terminology in painting conservation. Maremmat va Pazhuhesh [Conservation and Research], No. 3.
Razani, M. (1386 [2007]). Introducing the mihrab of the Jameh Mosque of Haftshuyeh. Farhang-e Esfahan, No. 36, General Department of Culture and Islamic Guidance.
Razani, M. (1404 [2025]). A review of chlorite stone studies in the Bronze Age: Provenance, trade networks, and art stylistics in the Halil Rud cultural region (Jiroft). International Conference on the Archaeology of Jiroft: Neighbors and Cultural Relatives of Jiroft, 8–10 Dey 1404, Jiroft, Iran.
Mirheydarian, S., & Razani, M. (1403 [2024]). Typological study of the Safavid-period Chinese porcelain collection at the Sheikh Safi al-Din Ardabili Shrine. In A. Farhangi & M. Ashrafi (Eds.), Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Archaeology and Conservation along the Silk Road. Conference held in Aban 1397 [October–November 2018].
Razani, M., & Taghizadeh, M. (1403 [2024]). A review of the use of calcium hydroxide nanoparticles for the deacidification of easel paintings. Presented at the 13th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, 30–31 Ordibehesht 1403. Published in Danesh-e Hefazat va Maremmat [Conservation and Restoration Knowledge], 3(3), 51–65 (1399 [2020], as cited in the original).
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1403 [2024]). Analysis of factors affecting the consolidation of historic porous materials. Presented at the 13th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, 30–31 Ordibehesht 1403. Published in Danesh-e Hefazat va Maremmat [Conservation and Restoration Knowledge], 3(4), 59–70 (1399 [2020], as cited in the original).
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1401 [2022]). Analytical damage assessment of the stone dado of the tower attributed to Sheikh Heydar in Meshgin Shahr, Ardabil, Iran. Second International Conference on Architecture, Civil Engineering, Urban Development, Environment, and the Horizons of Islamic Art in the Second Step of the Revolution.
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1401 [2022]). An inquiry into practical methods for applying consolidants to porous materials in historic monuments. International Conference on Hawraman: World Heritage Registration, Culture, and Sustainable Development.
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1398 [2019]). Laboratory studies on the consolidation of stone stelae at the Shahr-e Yeri archaeological site, Meshgin Shahr, using Paraloid B-72, epoxy resin, and nanotechnology. International Conference on Interdisciplinary Studies in Nanotechnology, 16 Bahman 1398, Center for the Development and Expansion of Interdisciplinary Studies.
Razani, M., & Kazemipour, N. (1395 [2016]). Opportunities and challenges of the International Day for Monuments and Sites for Iran’s cultural heritage, 2001–2016. Provincial Congresses of the Fourth Congress on the History of Architecture and Urbanism of Iran: East Azerbaijan, Bahman 1395, Tabriz Islamic Art University.
Razani, M. (1391 [2012]). A preliminary review of the history of historic-object conservation in Iran, with emphasis on the golden age of conservation at Chehel Sotoun Palace, Isfahan. 10th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, 24–26 Bahman 1391, Tehran: Conservation Research Institute.
Razani, M., & Rahmani, G. (1391 [2012]). Conferences on the conservation and restoration of historic and cultural objects and architectural decorations: A review of the first nine conferences, with emphasis on their objectives and resolutions. 10th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, 24–26 Bahman 1391, Tehran: Conservation Research Institute.
Razani, M., Emami, S. M. A., Baghlbanan, A., & Martínez-Martínez, J. (1397 [2018]). A review of methods for consolidating volcanic tuffs to improve surface-conservation treatments in the rock-cut architecture of Kandovan. In M. Ashrafi (Ed.), Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Rock-Cut Architecture (pp. 283–302). Tehran: Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism. The conference was held on 15–16 Mehr 1394 [October 2015].
Razani, M., & Nemani Khiawi, L. (1398 [2019]). Laboratory studies on the consolidation of stone stelae at the Shahr-e Yeri archaeological site, Meshgin Shahr, using Paraloid B-72, epoxy resin, and nanotechnology. International Conference on Interdisciplinary Studies in Nanotechnology, 16 Bahman 1398, Center for the Development and Expansion of Interdisciplinary Studies.
Hamzavi, Y., & Razani, M. (1397 [2018]). Rock-cut architecture in Azerbaijan and new discoveries at the rock-cut temple of Varjuvi, Maragheh. International Conference on Archaeology, Conservation, and Restoration along the Silk Road, Aban 1397, Tabriz, Iran.
Karimi, M., & Razani, M. (1395 [2016]). An experience in the stylistic restoration and reconstruction of perforated stucco windows: The case of the Abbasi House in Kashan. 12th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, Azar 1395, Conservation Research Institute, Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism.
Mohammadi Sefidkhani, R., & Razani, M. (1395 [2016]). Damage assessment of marble artifacts excavated from the Jiroft cultural region, with a focus on sulfation under burial conditions. 12th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, Azar 1395, Conservation Research Institute, Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism. (In press, as stated in the original reference.)
Razani, M., Emami, S. M. A., & Baghlbanan, A. (1395 [2016]). Qualitative damage assessment of the rock-cut architecture of the historic village of Kandovan. 12th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, Azar 1395, Conservation Research Institute, Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism.
Jaloudarian Bidgoli, B., & Razani, M. (1397 [2018]). The use of Reflectance Transformation Imaging (RTI) to document chlorite stone weights from Jiroft held at the Azerbaijan Museum. 12th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, Azar 1395, Conservation Research Institute, Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism.
Jaloudarian Bidgoli, B., & Razani, M. (1398 [2019]). Lighting methodology for condition documentation of manuscripts, paintings, and drawings on paper. First Conference on the Documentation of Cultural and Natural Heritage, 17 Esfand 1396 [March 2018], Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University.
Razani, M., & Nasirzadeh, B. (1393 [2014]). Forgery and fraud in antiquities and visual arts: Concepts, typologies, legal consequences, and methods of examination. In M. Razani & B. Ajorloo (Eds.), Selected Papers from the First and Second National Conferences on the Application of Scientific Analyses in Archaeometry and Cultural Heritage Conservation. Tabriz: Tabriz Islamic Art University Press.
Mehryar, S., & Razani, M. (1393 [2014]). A critique of conservation and restoration methods for the decorative elements of the Mozaffariyeh Mosque in Tabriz. In Selected Papers from the First and Second National Conferences on the Application of Scientific Analyses in Archaeometry and Cultural Heritage Conservation. Tabriz: Tabriz Islamic Art University Press.
Mohammadi, E., Baghlbanan, A., Ramezanifar, F., Hashem Al-Hosseini, H., & Razani, M. (1393 [2014]). Evaluating consolidation methods to improve the physical properties of lumachelle limestone. In Selected Papers from the First and Second National Conferences on the Application of Scientific Analyses in Archaeometry and Cultural Heritage Conservation. Tabriz: Tabriz Islamic Art University Press.
Razani, M., Emami, S. M. A., Baghlbanan, A., & Delgado Rodrigues, J. (1393 [2014]). The importance of studying deterioration mechanisms in the rock-cut architecture of the village of Kandovan. In Selected Papers from the First and Second National Conferences on the Application of Scientific Analyses in Archaeometry and Cultural Heritage Conservation. Tabriz: Tabriz Islamic Art University Press.
Zand-Qata'i, N., & Razani, M. (1393 [2014]). Structural and technological characterization of molded pottery from the Seljuk-period city of Daqyanus, Jiroft. 11th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, Esfand 1393, Conservation Research Institute, Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, and Tabriz Islamic Art University.
Razani, M., Emami, S. M. A., & Baghlbanan, A. (1393 [2014]). Sustainable conservation of the rock-cut architecture of the historic village of Kandovan. Second National Conference on Architecture, Restoration, Urbanism, and Sustainable Environment, with support from Shahid Mofatteh Faculty, Hamedan.
Afshari, H., & Razani, M. (1393 [2014]). Structural characterization, conservation, and restoration of chlorite vessels from the Jiroft cultural region. 11th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, Esfand 1393, Conservation Research Institute, Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, and Tabriz Islamic Art University.
Ahmadkhan Beigi, S., & Razani, M. (1393 [2014]). Damage assessment and treatment of trachyte stones in the dado of the Khosravi Leather Factory, Tabriz. 11th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, Esfand 1393, Conservation Research Institute, Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, and Tabriz Islamic Art University.
Razani, M., Baghlbanan, A., & Emami, S. M. A. (1393 [2014]). A review of methods for determining weathering rates and estimating weathering depth in volcanic tuffs. 11th Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations, Esfand 1393, Conservation Research Institute, Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, and Tabriz Islamic Art University.
Razani, M., Baghlbanan, A., & Emami, S. M. A. (1392 [2013]). An inquiry into the challenges of sustainable tourism development in the rock-cut village of Kandovan. Second National Conference on the Role of Tourism in Development, 7–8 Esfand 1392, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran.
Karimi, M., Razani, M., & Mehryar, S. (1392 [2013]). Technical examination and classification of dado types in Iranian Islamic architecture. Second Conference on Islamic Architecture and Urbanism, Azar 1392, Tabriz Islamic Art University.
Yavari, F., & Razani, M. (1391 [2012]). A historical account of chlorite stone in the Halil Rud region of Jiroft. International Conference on the Role of Cultural Heritage in National Identity, 15–16 Shahrivar 1391, Shiraz, Iran.
Razani, M., Majidzadeh, Y., & Emami, M. A. (1391 [2012]). A preliminary study of the manufacturing and decoration techniques of chlorite stones in the Halil Rud cultural region. In M. Makinejad (Ed.), Proceedings of the Second Gathering on Forgotten Treasures of Iranian Art (Vol. 4, pp. 481–500). Tehran: Academy of Art and Matn Institute for the Compilation, Translation, and Publication of Artworks. (Proceedings published in 1390 [2011], according to the original reference.)
Ebrahimi Siahpooshi, Z., & Razani, M. (1392 [2013]). Qajar wall paintings depicting Qur’anic narratives: A case study of six religious paintings in the Hariri House, Tabriz. National Conference on the Reflection of Islamic Wisdom in Art and Architecture, Azar 1392, Tarbiat Modares University.
Ebrahimi Siahpooshi, Z., & Razani, M. (1390 [2011]). Introducing religious paintings in the Hariri House, Tabriz. National Conference on Islamic Art, Islamic Azad University of Birjand, Aban 1390.
Razani, M., & Vatankhah, G. (1388 [2009]). Evaluating sustainable development in historic buildings, with reference to the adaptive reuse of four historic buildings in Isfahan. Conference on Identifying the Advantages and Potential of Revitalizing and Reusing Historic and Cultural Sites, Tehran, Iran.
Razani, M. (1392 [2013]). The French School in Julfa, Isfahan. In M. Razani (Ed.), Proceedings of the Research Conference on Iranian Art and National Identity. Isfahan: Goldasteh in cooperation with the University of Art, Isfahan. (Conference held on 15–17 Aban 1387 [November 2008], as stated in the original reference.)
Razani, M. (1391 [2012]). Restoration works at Chehel Sotoun and Master Javad Rostam Shirazi. In Proceedings of the Eighth Conference on the Conservation and Restoration of Historic and Cultural Objects and Architectural Decorations. Tehran: Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism. (Conference held in 1386 [2007], as stated in the original reference.)
Akbar Abedi، Mahmoud Kasiri، Bahram Vosough، Mehdi Razan، Daniel Steiniger، Ghader Ebrahimi (2019) Tajaraq and Ghizilja New Obsidian Deposits in Bozghoosh Mountain of North-Western Iran; First Analytical Results. International Conference: The Araxes River in Late Prehistory: Bridge or Border? in Lyon on May، 14 15 2019 under the auspices of the Collegium de Lyon
Akbar Abedi،Mehdi Razani، Rana Bahremandi، Afrasiab Garavand (2019) Iran Provenance of Prehistoric Obsidian Artifacts of Khoy Plain in North-Western Iran، Using X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analysis. International Conference: The Araxes River in Late Prehistory: Bridge or Border? in Lyon on May، 14 15 2019 under the auspices of the Collegium de Lyon
Vatankhah. G. Razani،.M( 2008) "Historic House of David-Isfahan: First Iranian School of Conservation Restoration"، International Conference of Islamic Arts and Architecture، Lahore - Pakistan.14th November 2008 to 16th November 2008.
Razani، Mehdi (2015،May) Decay mechanisms of volcanic tuffs in rock hewn constructions from Northwest of Iran: the case study of the Historical village of Kandovan، Scientific presentations at Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca، Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences، Lombardy، ITALY