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About ARM-NADO

Promoting clean sport through education, testing, and advocacy.

Our History

ARM-NADO, the Anti-Doping Agency of Armenia, was established in 2015 as the legal successor to the previous national anti-doping office. The agency was formed in line with the requirements of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Since its inception, ARM-NADO has played a central role in ensuring fair play and the health of Armenian athletes at all levels of competition.

Over the years, the agency has implemented robust testing procedures and educational programs. In 2023 alone, more than 250 doping tests were conducted across a wide range of sports, with a focus on both in-competition and out-of-competition testing. The agency's commitment to international standards is reflected in our adoption of the latest WADA Code and best practices.

Our staff regularly participates in WADA certification programs and international conferences, ensuring that ARM-NADO remains at the forefront of anti-doping science, policy, and education. The agency collaborates closely with sports federations, athletes, and support personnel, championing the values of clean sport and integrity in Armenia and beyond.

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Team Highlights & Achievements

Our team's dedication and expertise are recognized both nationally and internationally.
Areg Hovhannisyan
Doctor of Pharmacology and Biochemistry, PhD | Professor of Biology | Deputy Director, ARM-NADO | Board Member of the International Association “Athletes Against Drugs Prof. Areg Hovhannisyan is a leading expert in anti-doping, having founded Armenia’s first anti-doping service in 1994 and becoming the country’s first IAAF-certified Doping Control Officer. He serves as Deputy Director of ARM-NADO and is a Board Member of the International Association “Athletes Against Drugs.” He has led 6 UNESCO anti-doping education projects and 9 Olympic Solidarity fund anti-doping education programs. He has authored over 132 scientific publications in pharmacology, biochemistry, and sports medicine. Prof. Hovhannisyan also heads Armenia’s national platform for the UNESCO International Anti-Doping Convention. For his services in preserving the Olympic ideal and his significant contribution to the fight for clean sport, he was awarded the NOC of Armenia gold medal named after Varazdat Arshakuni, the f
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