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Iran, China announce joint research call results
The Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) have announced the results of their fourth joint research call, the Iranian Communications and Information Center of the Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, reported. Out of 136 proposals submitted by Iranian and Chinese researchers in the fields of energy, regenerative medicine, and environmental…
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Iranian knowledge-based companies boost ties with Armenian traders at int’l conference
A trade conference, organized by the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy’s brokerage, Sepanta Salamat, and the Armenian Union of Traders and Employers, provided a platform for Iranian companies to engage with Armenian businesses and explore potential markets. According to the Communications and Information Center of the Vice Presidency, an Iranian delegation of 15 companies specializing in…
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Domestic companies propel Iran’s South Pars gas production increase
Collaboration with 120 knowledge-based companies in Iran has led to a 73% increase in gas production at the South Pars Gas Complex through the localization of refinery equipment. According to the Communications and Information Center of the Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, the South Pars Gas Complex has made significant strides towards self-sufficiency by working with 120 domestic…
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Iranian president reiterates AI’s role in health services
Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian has one again stressed the importance of leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in various sectors, particularly in healthcare, to reduce costs and enhance service efficiency, the Information Center of the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology and Knowledge-based Economy reported. During a Technology and Knowledge-Based Production Council meeting on Tuesday, President Pezeshkian stated that AI could significantly…
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Iranian health innovations shine at Arab Health 2025
The 50th edition of the Arab Health exhibition is underway at the Dubai World Trade Centre, showcasing Iranian knowledge-based and tech companies among participants from across the world. According to the Information Center of the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy, the event offers a platform for international exposure of Iran’s health sector capabilities. The four-day exhibition,…
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Iranian company to advance wound care with nanotechnology
An Iranian pioneer in nanotechnology, Kitotech, has developed cutting-edge products like Silvosept and KitoHem to combat infections and manage severe bleeding. These advanced solutions, featuring high efficacy and proven safety, are transforming wound care and infection control. According to the information center of the Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Kitotech leverages nanotechnology and biocompatible materials to produce globally…
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AI contributing to boosting oil, gas industries
Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a pivotal tool for enhancing efficiency and performance in industries such as oil, gas, and petrochemicals. Leveraging the potential of AI through knowledge-based companies has become a priority for the Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy in Iran. AI, once confined to the digital realm, now influences every sector, including healthcare and finance.…
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Self-sufficiency in the Iranian oil, and petrochemical industry with nano-based alumina catalysts
Iranian companies have reduced reliance on imports in the oil and petrochemical sectors by producing nano-based alumina catalysts, leading to significant cost savings and progress toward self-sufficiency. According to the information center of the Vice Presidency for Science Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy, Alumina catalysts, enhanced through nanotechnology, play a crucial role in processes like desulfurization, isomerization, and gasoline production. By…
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10th intl. conference on nanoscience, nanotech to be held in Iran’s Rafsanjan
The 10th International Conference on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology will take place at Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan from January 30 to 31, 2025, featuring prominent researchers and scientists from around the globe. According to the Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy’s information center, the event will cover diverse topics, including nanochemistry, nanophysics, nanomedicine, energy applications, and environmental considerations. It also…
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Iran showcases knowledge-based companies’ achievements in Pioneers of Progress expo
Iran’s favorable environment for technology and innovation has enabled knowledge-based companies to create new capacities for meeting domestic needs and competing internationally, according to the Information Center of the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy The Pioneers of Progress exhibition, inaugurated on Tuesday, showcases some of the technological achievements to visitors including officials and the public. Held…
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Iranian Parliament backs knowledge-based companies, private sector innovators
Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, commended the achievements of knowledge-based companies, reaffirming the Parliament’s commitment to fully supporting private sector producers and entrepreneurs through legislative and oversight measures. Speaking during a parliamentary session, Qalibaf expressed his gratitude to scientists, researchers, and private sector innovators, particularly acknowledging the organizers of the Pioneers of Progress exhibition, which showcased the…
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Sharif university, natl. Petrochemical company to advance AI in oil, petrochemical industries
The Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy facilitated a tripartite agreement between Sharif University of Technology, the National Petrochemical Company, and the Vice Presidency itself. Hossein Afshin, Vice President for Science and Technology emphasized during the signing ceremony the vital opportunities provided by the Knowledge-Based Production Leap Law, highlighting its role in fostering a robust connection between…
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VP: Iran to launch S-Bank in July
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-based Economy Hossein Afshin has announced the launching of “S-Bank” in the country on July 28, 2025, which marks the Day of Entrepreneurs. “S-Bank” is a revolutionary neo-bank powered by artificial intelligence. The center for communications and public relations of the office of the vice president quoted Hossein Afshin as saying the smart…
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Iranian company unveils Nano insulation at UN Climate Change Conference
Iranian company Sazeh Paydar Elahieh (Linkran) has unveiled a technique known as nano insulation which serves as a key strategy to combat climate change. The unveiling happened at the 29th Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in the Republic of Azerbaijan. Sazeh Paydar Elahieh, known for its innovative use of nanomaterials, presented a paper…
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Iran, Ethiopia strengthen collaboration in knowledge-based economy, artificial intelligence
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says the country has a huge potential for extensive cooperation in knowledge-based economy sectors, including healthcare, artificial intelligence, and medical equipment. According to the communications center of the Office of the Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Qalibaf was speaking at a meeting with his Ethiopian counterpart while visiting the African…
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Iran to unveil 1st national AI platform demo next week
Iran is set to showcase its first national artificial intelligence (AI) platform demo next week, focusing on applications in the medical and diagnostic fields. The platform represents a significant milestone in the country’s advancements in AI technology. According to Mojtaba Alizadeh, Assistant to the Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, the unveiling will highlight the country’s strides in…
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Iranian herbal remedy offers hope for alzheimer’s treatment
An Iranian knowledge-based company has successfully revived the medicinal plant “Vaj,” a promising candidate for Alzheimer’s treatment and a driver of rural economic development. According to the Center for Communications and Information of the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Exir Hirkanian Mahan, specializes in cultivating and processing Vaj and its oil extract, branded as “Exir Vaj.” Previously…
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Iran Petrochem 2025 kicks off with participation of 80 knowledge-based companies
The second Iran Petrochem International Exhibition commenced on January 11, 2025, in Kish Island, southern Iran, under the theme “Supporting Knowledge-Based Production with a Focus on Industrial Growth.” The event was inaugurated by Hossein Afshin, Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, alongside Ali Aghamohammadi, an Economic Advisor to the Supreme Leader, and Mohammad Shariatmadari, CEO of Persian Gulf…
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Iran to establish second AI processing hub in Kish Island
A tripartite agreement was signed between the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Kish Free Zone Organization, and Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company to establish and develop a hub for advanced technologies, including digital economy and artificial intelligence, in Kish Island, southern Iran. According to the Vice Presidency’s Communications and Information Center, the agreement was formalized during the…
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Iranian firm develops cost-effective electric actuator for oil, gas industries
An Iranian knowledge-based company, Negaresh Rayaneh Pouya, has successfully localized the production of electric actuators for industrial valves, offering them at half the cost of their foreign counterparts. These actuators are critical for controlling fluid flow in industries such as oil, gas, petrochemicals, water and wastewater, power plants, and manufacturing facilities. Established in 1998 to reduce reliance on imports and…
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Iran to showcase technological, industrial achievements at EXPO 2025
The 7th Exhibition of Export Capabilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran, IRAN EXPO 2025, will be held from May 8 to 12, 2025, at Tehran’s Permanent International Exhibition Center. Supported by related organizations, the event aims to strengthen ties between Iranian companies and international markets. This premier event will feature participation from domestic and international market players, including technology…
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Iranian knowledge-based company produces nano diagnostic kit for rapid heart attack detection
The Iranian knowledge-based company, Zist Tashkhis Sanjeh, has developed nano-based diagnostic kits capable of quickly detecting troponin levels in blood, significantly aiding physicians in the rapid diagnosis of heart attacks. According to the Communications and information center of the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, symptoms such as chest pain, shoulder and neck discomfort, and shortness of breath…
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Spokeswomen: Govt. focuses on supporting knowledge-based businesses
Iran’s Government Spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani emphasized the administration’s commitment to establishing and enhancing infrastructure for knowledge-based businesses and boosting exports of innovative products. Speaking during a visit to the third exhibition of achievements and capabilities of knowledge-based and creative companies at the University of Science and Culture, Mohajerani highlighted the importance of youth engagement in cultural and creative industries. Mophajerani…
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Iranian President Pezeshkian: Science, Technology Department tasked with removing AI obstacles
Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian has reiterated his administration’s commitment to supporting the development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, according to the Center for Communications and Information of the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Technology. President Pezeshkian said that the Department of Science and Technology is tasked with collaborating with AI experts in universities, academies, research institutes, and the…
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Tri-partite deal: Iran using AI for disease prevention, prediction, treatment
A cooperation agreement has been signed between the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and the Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Institute to boost their synergy in various fields. According to the Communications and Information Center of the Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, the agreement underscores the importance of universities…
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New products unveiled at Iran-Made 12th exhibition
The 12th Iran-Made Exhibition for Advanced Equipment, Laboratory Materials, and Testing showcased 11 new knowledge-based products from December 13 to 16 at the Tehran International Permanent Fairground. The event featured prominent government officials, including the President, the Minister of Health, the Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, and other notable figures as well as the Vice President for Science, Technology,…
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Iran to expand scientific, technological ties with Bolivia, Venezuela
Hossein Rouzbeh, head of the Organization for the Development of International Scientific and Technological Cooperation, announced Iran’s readiness to strengthen scientific and technological collaborations with Bolivia and Venezuela. Speaking during a meeting with government delegations from the two countries, he emphasized Iran’s commitment to fostering innovation-driven partnerships. The meeting included Edmundo Nobio Aguilar, Bolivia’s Minister of Defense, and Francisco Torrelba…
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Four countries place orders for Iranian-made advanced polymer production equipment
Innovators from an Iranian knowledge-based company have successfully produced advanced polymer manufacturing devices, which have received purchase orders from Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Iraq, and Turkey. In an interview with ISNA news agency, Alireza Naeimi, head of research and development at the company, shared that their research focuses on designing and manufacturing various polymer process equipment, such as extruders, plastic injection machines,…
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National AI laboratory to be established in Iran
The secretary of Iran’s Artificial Intelligence, Laser, and Quantum Committee has announced the launch of the National Artificial Intelligence Laboratory in the country to tackle critical issues affecting daily life, such as energy imbalance and air pollution. Behrooz Minaei said the laboratory will be stablished by a consortium of academic, laboratory, and private sector experts, the Center for Communications and…
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Iran becomes third country to develop rapid gas detection kits for oil, mining industries
Iranian scientists have developed the technical know-how to produce rapid gas detection kits, making Iran the third country to achieve this feat. The kits, known for their low cost and high quality, are now being exported due to their efficiency in quickly detecting gases in the oil, gas, and mining industries. The CEO of knowledge-based company behind the achievement, Mohammad…
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