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Iran ranks fourth in developing international nanotechnology standards
Iran has become the fourth most active member in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) for nanotechnology standards, contributing to 12 out of the 111 standards published so far, which highlights Iran’s significant role in the field. According to the Communication and Information Center of the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, a meeting titled “Consultative Meeting…
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Iran’s 1st pilot deposit scheme for recycling polymer, metal bottles launched
The pilot project for the deposit system on disposable polymer and metal bottles has been officially launched with the support of the Center for International Scientific and Technological Interactions, under the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-based Economy. The initiative, under the Connect Program, will run from March 2024 to March 2025. The University of Science and Technology of…
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Iran collaborates with Syria to launch biotech companies
A 30-member delegation of Syrian researchers, including doctors, academics, and university leaders from Damascus and Sham universities, visited Iran’s Biotechnology Research Institute to discuss collaborative efforts in establishing knowledge-based companies. Javad Mohammadi, head of the institute, expressed his pleasure at the delegation’s visit, stating, “Our institute is a hub for genetic engineering and biotechnology in Iran and the region.” “We…
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Iranian nano company leaders among top 2% of world’s scientists
Four members of a prominent Iranian company specializing in protective coatings and nanotechnology have been ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide. The individuals in question are key members of a company producing advanced cold-galvanizing coatings containing nanomaterials, as well as antibacterial acrylate-urethane varnishes with nanometric components that protect substrates from UV radiation. The company’s innovations in the field…
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Iranian smart whiteboards find markets in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Lebanon
A knowledge-based Iranian company has successfully designed and produced smart whiteboards, significantly enhancing efficiency and interaction in educational and professional settings. This technological advancement, dubbed the Pars Smart Board, has generated a 20-percent increase in revenue for the country through exports to other countries, including Afghanistan, Iraq, and Lebanon. Smart whiteboards utilize digital technology with sensors, software, and wireless network…
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Iran unveils ‘Knowledge-Based Trader’ initiative to boost export capabilities
In an event held at Iran’s House of Technology and Innovation (iHiT), the Organization for the Development of International Scientific and Technological Cooperation unveiled a new initiative aimed at revolutionizing trade and export. Dubbed the Knowledge-Based Trader, the program seeks to bridge the gap between the realms of knowledge-based companies and international trade. The closing ceremony of the Knowledge-Based Trader…
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Iranian knowledge-based firms attending Dubai 25th Int’l Exhibition on Water, Energy, and Technology
The 25th International Exhibition on Water, Electricity, Energy, Technology, and Environment was held in Dubai, the UAE from Tuesday to Thursday, showcasing innovations from knowledge-based companies including those from the Islamic Republic of Iran. 12 knowledge-based Iranian companies were supported by the country’s Organization for the Development of International Scientific and Technological Cooperation as well as the Innovation and Prosperity…
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Iran says to launch three new satellites into space
The Iranian Space Agency has announced the upcoming launch of three new satellites named Kowsar, Zafar 2, and Tolou 3, Tehran-based Borna news agency reported. The head of the agency, Hassan Salarieh, made the announcement during the opening ceremony of World Space Week, held at the Iranian Space Research Institute under the theme Space and Climate Change. Salarieh highlighted…
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Iranian gamma probes enable over 2,000 surgeries
A knowledge-based company in Iran has designed a surgical assistance system to detect areas with high radiopharmaceutical uptake in the body, aiming to prevent capital outflow and achieve advanced technologies to meet national needs, improve patient health, and enhance quality of life. According to the Communication and Information Center of the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy,…
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Iranian president calls on scientific, academic elites to stay in Iran and solve problems
Iranian President has urged scientific and academic elites to not migrate to foreign countries. Speaking at the 14th National Conference of Elites, Pezeshkian said, “If you consider yourselves elites, stay in Iran and solve its problems. In order to solve Iran’s problems, we must look for those who know, can and want, because wherever there is a will, there is…
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Head of National Foundation of Elites: We are trying to resolve housing problems of scientific elites
Head of Iran’s National Foundation of Elites and Vice President for Science, technology and Knowledge-based Economy Hossein Afshian says for the science and technology ecosystem to be dynamic, scientific and academic elites must be given a chance for trial and error. Afshain added that the risk of turning their ideas into products within the government must also be accepted and…
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Iranian company develops AI-powered posture analysis device
A team of specialists at an Iranian knowledge-based company has successfully developed an AI-powered device for analyzing body posture for treatment, ISNA news agency reported. This innovative device provides precise and comprehensive information to help specialists make better decisions regarding the treatment and correction of patients’ movements, ultimately improving their quality of life. Mojtaba Gohari, the CEO of the…
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Iranian technologists manufacture innovative mining equipment
A knowledge-based company in Iran has achieved 20 to 60 percent savings in the country’s industrial and mining equipment sector through localization, optimization, and innovation in mining equipment manufacturing. Currently, the mining division of the company has the capacity to fully equip two mines per year, with plans to increase this to eight projects within the next two years. Mehdi…
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BRICS ministers invited to Iran Nano 2024 exhibition
Iran has extended an invitation to BRICS members to attend the Iran Nano 2024 exhibition, scheduled to be held on November 3-6. Sajjad Ahadzadeh, head of the Center for Progress and Development (CPDI) of the Iranian Presidential Office, made the announcement on Friday evening at the 12th meeting of BRICS Ministers of Science, Technology, and Innovation in Moscow. Ahadzadeh highlighted…
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Iran competes with US in advanced slow-release drug technology
An Iranian knowledge-based company has emerged as a rival to the US in the development of advanced slow-release drug technology, according to the Communications and Information Center of the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy. Mohammad Taghi Fathi, CEO of the company which is also working on a fertility treatment drug expected to be available next year,…
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Iranian scientist assisting int’l team in quantum theory research
An international team of scientists, including a senior Iranian researcher, has developed a new method to test alternative models to the standard quantum theory. According to ISNA News Agency, quantum effects do not seem to extend to large objects like cats, people, or houses, and physicists are unsure about the reason. The team, which includes Iranian researcher Maneli Derakhshani from…
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Iranian vice president condoles over martyrdom of Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah
In a heartfelt message, Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin expressed profound sorrow over the martyrdom of Hezbollah Secretary General Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah. The vice president emphasized that the immense grief of losing the martyr will transform into a significant campaign against the Zionist regime, the Communications and Information Center of the Vice Presidency…
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Iran’s advanced lab equipment exhibition achieves major sales milestone
The Iran-Made Lab Equipment Exhibition has achieved sales of 19 trillion rials over its 11 editions, the deputy head for Knowledge-Based Economy Development at the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science and Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy announced. The 12th edition of the exhibition, focusing on export development and expanding industrial markets, will be held from December 13 to 16 this year.…
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Iranian knowledge-based company produces moving laser engraving system
An Iranian knowledge-based company has taken a new step in the marking and printing industry by establishing an exclusive production line of a moving laser engraving system, according to the Iranian vice president office for science, technology and knowledge-based economy. The CEO of the knowledge-based company, Abbas Amini, told the information center of the vice president’s office that the laser…
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Iran’s Scientific VP says to increase Iranian universities’ research fund
Iran’s vice president for science, technology and knowledge-based economy says plans are underway to increase financial support for research projects at Iranian universities through tax exemption and providing supplies, the information center of the vice president’s office reported. In the reopening ceremony of the prestigious Elm-o Sanaat (Science and Technology) University in Tehran in the new academic year, Hossein Afshin…
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Iranian companies showcase products in Oman health expo
16 knowledge-based companies from Iran displayed their latest achievements in medical, pharmaceutical, laboratory and health equipment in the Oman Health 2024 exhibition that was inaugurated on Monday and closed on Wednesday. The companies participated in the major event held in Oman’s capital, Muscat, under the auspices of Iran National Innovation Fund managed by the presidential office, the Communication and Information…
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Iran’s NEXT technology award a ‘promotion, growth platform’ for companies
Iran’s National ‘NEXT’ Technology Award can serve as a launching pad for knowledge-based companies to bring out their full potential, the deputy head of the Iranian Optics and Quantum Technologies Headquarters says. Ali Rasouli made the remarks in the second webinar of the Next National Technology Award on quantum and microelectronics technology, the Communication and Information Center of the Iranian…
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Int’l mine exhibition underway in Iran
The 13th International Investment Opportunities in Iran’s Mines and Mining Industries Exhibition, known as MINEX 2024, was inaugurated in the Iranian capital on Monday, the Communication and Information Center of the Iranian Vice President’s Office for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy reported. Sadegh Tavasolizadeh, the head of the Strategic Center for Development Headquarters affiliated with the scientific vice president’s office…
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Iranian VP vows to help scientific elites turn failures into successes
The Iranian vice president for science, technology and knowledge-based economy has reaffirmed his support for the scientific elites in order to turn failures into successes. Hossein Afshin was speaking at a ceremony where the international Olympiad medalists were honored. During his speech at this event, which was organized by the Foundation of Entrepreneurs and was attended by the minister of…
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Iran manufactures indigenous laparoscopy trocars, saves foreign currency reserve
A knowledge-based company in Iran has managed to manufacture trocars used for laparoscopy and stop the outflow of hundreds of thousands of dollars in imports. The director of the company, Sadegh Jangjoo, said Iran annually spends six million dollars to import the device designed for placement through the chest and abdominal walls during surgery, adding his company has managed to…
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Head of Iran Scientific and Technological Cooperation Development Organization calls for synergy Regarding Dubai GITEX exhibition
Head of Scientific and Technological Cooperation Development Organization Amirhossein Mirabadi says the existence of a significant number of Iranian knowledge-based, innovative and technological companies in GITEX 2024 Exhibition in Dubai requires coordinated action with all relevant institutions in order to prevent scattered work in the event. He was speaking at a conference at Iran’s House of Innovation at the fairgrounds…
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Iranian Science Foundation, IIASA issues call for postdoctoral fellowship program
Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) have launched a program for qualified researchers for postdoctoral fellowship. The program will fund researchers for interdisciplinary research in the fields of environment, energy, ecology, natural resources, demography, and research methods in systems analysis. Postdoctoral candidates are required to divide their research time in priority areas…
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Decontamination of car exhaust gases with an Iranian product
The nanocatalyst manufactured by an Iranian knowledge-based company can decompose more than 90% of the pollutants from car exhausts. The company has succeeded in obtaining valid international approvals and licenses to make products for the world’s major automobile manufacturers. The nanocatalytic converters that this company manufactures are consumable parts inserted in the exhaust path of the engine. The converters then…
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Iranian knowledge-based company indigenizes bipolar surgical scissors
An Iranian knowledge-based company has succeeded in producing bipolar surgical scissors (a handpiece for vascular occlusion). Abdolreza Asrar, CEO of the company, said the firm has put two major national projects on its agenda: a flexible endoscopy grand project starting in 2019, and the vascular blockage handpiece project starting in 2022. Asrar said the first one was completed in 2022…
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Iran displays latest knowledge-based health products in Vietnam expo
Iranian knowledge-based and technology companies have displayed their latest innovative achievements in a medical equipment and pharmaceutical industries exhibition in Vietnam. The information center of the Iranian Vice President’s Office for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy reported that 12 Iranian companies, supported by Iran’s International Innovation Zone, showcased their products in Pharmedi 2024 held from September 11 to 14 at…
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