Macelwane Medal    http://manhattanbookreview.com/book-reviews/the-sky-detective/   In 2001, Azadeh Tabazadeh receives the prestigious Macelwane Medal for her research on polar stratospheric clouds and the causes behind the degradation of the ozone layer. With every great achievement, there is a profound story. In the case of Azadeh, her account goes back to 1973 in Tehran to two life-changing experiences: receiving a chemistry kit from her uncle and developing a close relationship with Najmieh, the family’s housekeeper. Azadeh’s world suddenly turns upside down as her country succumbs to political struggles and calamity strikes her family. When she decides to escape in the hope of making it to America, Azadeh has no idea if she’ll see her family ever again. Azadeh Tabazadeh shares a powerful story of … [Read more...]

WORKING MOMS AGAINST GUILT  http://www.workingmomsagainstguilt.com/the-sky-detective/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=SocialWarfare Blog: By Susan Winner Jackson This post is excerpted with permission from a recently published memoir, The Sky Detective, in which working mom Azadeh Tabazadeh recounts her journey of growing up in Iran and fleeing to America. Her first-hand account of life in the Middle East provides a unique insight into political crises in foreign countries and seeks to give inspiration to young women looking to enter male dominated fields of study.  Read an excerpt from The Sky Detective, a memoir in which a NASA award-winning scientist recounts her journey of growing up in Iran and fleeing to America. By Azadeh Tabazadeh Excerpt: Fall turns into winter, snow covers every inch of … [Read more...]

http://www.sanfranciscobookreview.com/2015/11/interview-with-azadeh-tabazadeh-author-of-the-sky-detective/ INTERVIEW WITH AZADEH TABAZADEH, AUTHOR OF THE SKY DETECTIVE San Francisco Book Review's John Murray interviews San Francisco-based author Azadeh Tabazadeh about her memoir, The Sky Detective, who shares her story of life before and during the 70s Iranian revolution, her escape from the country, and her reception of a prestigious award. What prompted you to sit down and write your memoir? In 2005, Time published an article about my scientific research as a part of an Innovator Series. The reporter, Madeleine Nash, also took interest in my personal life and asked questions about it during the interview. She ended up including a few quotes about my personal life in the article, which resulted in my receiving “fan” … [Read more...]

    "Uncle Mahmood" http://www.sanfranciscobookreview.com/2015/11/the-sky-detective/ 4.5 Star Review A well-respected scientist shares her story of life before and during the 70s Iranian revolution, her escape from the country, and her reception of a prestigious award. In The Sky Detective, Azadeh Tabazadeh receives a chemistry kit from her favorite uncle, sparking a love of science that will eventually lead to her flight from her home country. Tabazadeh grew up in a time of prosperity with wealthy parents and a loving home. As most girls, she loves her family, spending time with friends, and has an infectious love of learning. Unfortunately, the shah is overthrown, and the new regime is violent and bloody. She loses the friendship of her friend, which masterfully highlights the difference in classes. Her schooling, despite … [Read more...]

 http://www.metroactive.com/features/Azadeh-Tabazadeh-sky-detective-Iran-escape.html SKY SCANNER: Azadeh Tabazadeh escaped Iran to become one of the most successful scientists in her field. Photograph by Greg Ramar Climatologist Azadeh Tabazadeh Pens Memoir of Iran Escape October 28, 2015 by Jennifer Wadsworth, special to Metro Silicon Valley The doorbell seemed to buzz louder than usual, signaling the start of a long escape. Azadeh Tabazadeh paused for one last look at her room. To one side, the desk where she conducted her first chemistry experiment with a kit her uncle had given her as a gift nearly a decade before. Beside it, the bed where she nearly took her own life knowing she could never become the "Iranian Madame Curie." In 1979, Ayatollah Khomeini returned to Iran from exile, overthrew the Shah and ushered in … [Read more...]