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Iranian knowledge-based company makes gluten-washer devices
An Iranian knowledge-based company producing laboratory equipment used to determine the amount of gluten in flour or wheat has succeeded in manufacturing a gluten washing machine. This technological company, which was officially established in 2013 to design state-of-the-art quality control and rheology devices for flour and bread industry laboratories and increase the quality of factory products inside Iran, initially started…
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Iran launches International Innovation Zone
Iran inaugurated an International Innovation Zone in a ceremony attended by the Iranian vice president for science, technology and knowledge-based economy, in a move to shore up technological and innovative products in the country. Addressing the audience at the inauguration ceremony in the annual meeting of the Pardis Technology Park, Hossein Afshin said that opening the innovation zone was a…
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Lebanese delegation visits IHIT, calls for interaction
A delegation of Lebanese technologists visits the Iran House of Innovation and Technology for the purpose of promoting international technological and scientific interactions with the Iranian side. According to information center of the Office of the Iranian Vice-President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy, the Lebanese delegation headed by Dawud Noufel, head of the country’s Scientific Center for Construction and…
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Iranian scientific vice president visits Iran Plast Intl. Expo
Iran’s vice president for science, technology and knowledge-based technology has toured the 18th international Iran Plast exhibition that displays the latest products in the polymer industry. According to the information center of the vice presidential office, Hossein Afshin visited the exhibition on the inauguration day on Sunday in the capital Tehran and held talks with knowledge-based companies on ways to…
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Iranian VP for women, family affairs takes tour of Innovation, Technology House
The Iranian vice president for women and family affairs accompanied by the vice president for science, technology and knowledge-based economy visited on Friday the Iran House of Innovation and Technology (iHiT) that showcases the latest technological achievements in the country. Zahra Behrouz Azar and her accompanying delegation visited the products and technological capabilities that were on display in different departments,…
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Iran seeks to develop int’l cooperation in cognitive sciences, technologies
Iran says it has put international cooperation in cognitive sciences and technologies high on the agenda in order to promote joint capabilities and activities with other countries. The Iranian Headquarters for the Development of Cognitive Sciences and Technologies, affiliated with the Vice President’s Office for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy says it is stepping up its interactions with international partners,…
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Iran to host 3rd Connect Forum to establish bond between Iranian specialists, industries at home, abroad
Iran’s Organization for the Development of International Scientific and Technological Cooperation is to host the third Connect Forum at the 18th Iran Plast International Exhibition later this month. The information center of the Iranian Vice President’s Office for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy reported that the forum aims to establish a link between Iranian specialists and technologists overseas and the…
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Iran vice president stresses women’s role in knowledge-based economy
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy says the new administration of Massoud Pezeshkian emphasizes on the effective role of women in knowledge-based governance. The newly-appointed vice president, Hossein Afshin, made the remarks in a meeting with a group of female technologists, entrepreneurs and academics, the information center of the vice president’s office reported. Afshin pointed out women’s…
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Iran scientific VP says development of AI ‘a priority’
Iran is taking serious measures to bridge the gap in artificial intelligence with other countries, the Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy says. Addressing reporters on the sidelines of the Next National Technology Award in the Iranian capital Tehran, the scientific vice president Hossein Afshin said Iran is devising a roadmap and strategic planning for artificial intelligence…
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Iran runs new platform to draw in technical experts abroad
Iran has launched a new platform to provide a proper basis for the transfer and commercialization of technological ideas of Iranian experts and entrepreneurs abroad. The platform, named Connect Accelerator, has been launched and is operating under the previously established Connect Plus program. It is aimed at empowering experts in the path of technological development to establish business start-ups, and…
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Iran to showcase technological achievements at Plast Eurasia 2024 expo in Istanbul
Iranian knowledge-based companies will display their technological products and achievements at Plast Eurasia 2024 exhibition to be held later this year in the Turkish city of Istanbul. The Organization for the Development of International Scientific and Technological Cooperation will be in charge of Iran’s pavilion in the 4-day event scheduled to start on December 4, according to the information center…
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Iran knowledge-based exports to Kenya pass $1mn mark
Iranian knowledge-based companies exported in excess of one million dollars of products and services to the African economic powerhouse Kenya last year, a milestone facilitated by Iran’s Innovation and Technology House (iHiT) in Kenya. iHiT in Kenya was the first base established for exports of Iranian knowledge-based products to Africa in order to create proper grounds for facilitating trade ties…
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D-8 tech transfer network, Al-Hidayah holding, and UTM Malaysia pen triangular MOU
At the sixth D-8 TTEN Technology Investment Meeting, a trilateral memorandum of understanding was signed between the D-8 Technology Transfer and Exchange Network (D-8 TTEN), Al-Hidayah Holding, and UTM Malaysia. The closing ceremony also recognized six investment-ready projects from Malaysia, Iran, Nigeria, and Pakistan. According to Pardis Technology Park’s public relations, the meeting was held on August 12-13 in Kuala…
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Iranian game developer wins intl. awards for anti-war video game
The Iranian tech company “Bazisaz Bash,” based in the Pardis Technology Park، has gained international recognition by winning multiple prestigious awards for its anti-war video game. According to the park’s public relations office, the video game industry is one of the world’s leading creative sectors, engaging millions of users globally. Bazisaz Bash has excelled on the international stage with its…
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BRICS industry ministers meet in Russia, discuss synergy, knowledge-based capabilities
The industry ministers of BRICS member states held a meeting in the Russian city of Nizhny Novgorod to weigh the group’s capacities in advancing knowledge-based economy’s objectives, Iran’s House of Innovation and Technology (iHiT) in Russia reported. The two-day meeting, centered on the modern industrial revolution, was chaired by Russia’s Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov and attended by…
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Iranian startup hailed among winners of D-8 Technology Investment Meeting
An Iranian start-up project found its way to the top six ideas in the closing ceremony of the 6th Technology Investment Meeting (TIM) of D-8 Technology Transfer and Exchange Network (D-8 TTEN) held in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur. During the two-day meeting on August 12-13, expert panels were held on energy and sustainable development as well as artificial intelligence,…
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Iranian, German science, research foundations call for joint research projects
Iran’s National Science Foundation (INSF) and the German Research Foundation (DFG) have released a joint call to grant funds and support research projects, the information center of Iran’s Vice Presidential Office for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy reported. In the open call, joint proposals will initially be approved by the DFG and will be submitted to the INSF for the…
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Afshin: Office of VP for Science, Technology and Knowledge-based Economy govt. think-tank,
Iran’s Vice-president for Science, Technology and Knowledge-based Economy Hossein Afshin says President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized to him that he has a broader view of the office of the vice-president and that President Pezeshkian called the office the wing of the government ministries, the government think tank and the pursuer of technology. Afshain expressed hope that the office of the Vice-President…
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Iran first VP: Knowledge-based economy’s performance gauged by increasing national wealth
Iran’s First Vice President Mohammadreza Aref says the main mission of the country’s Vice Presidential Office for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy is to increase national wealth. Aref made the remarks in a ceremony held to honor the efforts by former scientific vice president Rouhollah Dehghani and introduce his successor Hossein Afshin, the information center of Iran’s Vice Presidential Office…
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Vice-pres. for science, tech, knowledge-based economy emphasizes focus on student development, political neutrality
Hossein Afshin, the new Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, highlighted the strategic approach of the Vice Presidency during his address at the introduction ceremony on Tuesday. Afshin stressed the importance of avoiding political disputes and focusing on enhancing the nation’s scientific and technological capabilities. He announced that a dedicated section within the Vice Presidency will be…
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Iran’s new Vice-President for Science, Tech, Knowledge-Based Economy inaugurated
In a ceremony attended by the First Vice President of Iran, the introduction of the new Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy took place in Tehran. The event, held at the Vice Presidency’s office, honored the efforts of Rouhollah Dehghani, the former Vice President, while introducing Hossein Afshin as the new Vice President for the 14th administration. During…
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Iranian knowledge-based company exports medical equipment to 50 countries
Puyandegan-e Rah-e Saadat, an Iranian knowledge-based company, has exported over 17,000 advanced medical devices to 50 countries across five continents. Specializing in critical care equipment like ICU ventilators, electrocardiographs, and AED defibrillators, the company has significantly reduced Iran’s dependency on foreign medical technology. Founded in 1998, the company employs over 360 people, with 70 focused on R&D and quality assurance. …
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Dehghani Firouzabadi congratulates Iran’s new Vice-President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy
Rouhollah Dehghani Firouzabadi, the Vice-President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy of the 13th Iranian administration, extended his congratulations to the new Vice-President for Science and Technology in the 14th administration under President Massoud Pezeshkian. In his message, Dehghani Firouzabadi wished Hossein Afshin success and prosperity in his new role. He also expressed his gratitude to God for the opportunity…
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Iran president appoints Hossein Afshin as vice president for science
Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has appointed Hossein Afshin as the Vice-President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy. According to the information center of the vice president’s office, President Pezeshkian, in a decree, said he expects Afshin to “fulfill the objectives of the vision document and general policies approved by the Leader… interact with the cabinet ministers, and try diligently to…
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1st comprehensive AI tool for Persian language unveiled
In a significant event, the first comprehensive AI-based text processing tool for the Persian language, known as Dadmatools, was officially unveiled with the support of the Iranian Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy. The event was attended by officials, university professors, AI specialists, and industry professionals. According to the Vice-Presidency’s Communication and Information Center, Dadmatools is a powerful resource…
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Iranian inventors shine at U.S., S Korean festivals
Iranian inventors made a significant impact at two prestigious international invention festivals held in the U.S. and South Korea. The Silicon Valley International Invention Festival (SVIF 2024), held from July 26-28 in Santa Clara, California, provided a unique platform for global inventors to showcase advanced inventions and compete for top international awards. Supported by the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations…
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Precise saffron grading achieved with Iran-made analyzer
A knowledge-based company in Iran has developed the country’s first fully automated saffron analyzer, designed to grade saffron and detect impurities and adulteration accurately. This advanced device is among the most precise and fastest tools for saffron quality assessment. Bolourazmay Sanjesh Noor Company specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced optical, spectroscopic, and electro-optic devices. The company’s saffron analyzer employs cutting-edge…
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Local production of veterinary drugs achieved for 1st time in Iran
A knowledge-based company in Iran has successfully localized the production of various veterinary drugs, including injectable solutions and penicillin powders, meeting the critical needs of the country’s livestock and poultry industries. This development marks a significant milestone in the domestic production of strategic veterinary products. The livestock and poultry industries play a crucial role in providing a significant portion of…
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Iranian researchers make headway in preventing blindness through gene therapy
A team of scientists in Iran specializing in gene therapy and preventing blindness in patients with hereditary retinitis pigmentosa (RP) disease that affects retina has succeeded in optimizing recombinant viral vectors that can prevent vision loss. Maryam Haghshenas, lead researcher of the team from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences in northeastern Iran, told the information center of the Iranian Vice…
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Iran secures significant growth in knowledge-based sector
Iran has witnessed significant advancements in its scientific and technological landscape over the past nine years, as highlighted by Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Rouhollah Dehghani Firouzabadi. Dehghani Firouzabadi announced the return of over 3,400 researchers to Iran, with more than 1,400 returning in the last three years alone. He reported a dramatic increase in the sales…
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