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Iran unveils two strategic tech products in East Azarbaijan Science Park
Two domestically developed strategic products were unveiled during a visit by senior government officials to the East Azarbaijan Science and Technology Park, highlighting Iran’s growing focus on indigenous innovation and high-tech solutions. According to the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, the unveiling took place during a technology exhibition featuring achievements from 32 local tech and knowledge-based…
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AI and IoT Innovation Center opens in Tabriz with VP in attendance
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin, along with local officials including Governor Bahram Sarmast, has inaugurated a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) Innovation Center in East Azarbaijan Province. The center, part of the provincial Science and Technology Park, aims to support knowledge-based companies and advance AI applications across industries. Speaking at…
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Iran opens largest fruit concentrate factory in East Azarbaijan Province
During a one-day visit to Tabriz, Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin inaugurated the country’s largest fruit concentrate factory at Ilkin Holding. The facility, with a daily production capacity of 1,200 tons of fruit, aims to boost exports, create sustainable jobs, and expand the value chain in the food industry. Afshin spoke at the inauguration…
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Iran’s VP congratulates Iranian national team on astronomy Olympiad victory
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin has congratulated the Iranian national team for their outstanding performance at the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA 2025). The team achieved first place globally and secured five gold medals. In his message, Afshin praised the students’ talent, perseverance, and dedication, noting that their success reinforces Iran’s…
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Iran hails record progress in construction of smart, green schools in Shahriar
Hossein Afshin, Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, visited the ongoing construction of two National Organization for Development of Exceptional Talents (Sampad) schools in Shahriar near Tehran. He described them as a symbol of timely project completion and a step toward building a more advanced Iran through creative human resources. He announced that the schools will be inaugurated…
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Tehran launches “Digital Iran” initiative to introduce students to artificial intelligence
A comprehensive roadmap for teaching artificial intelligence in schools across the country has been set in motion under the “Digital Iran” program. The initiative provides students with free, interactive, and gamified educational content, enabling them to simultaneously learn, practice, and compete in the field of AI. Minister of Education Alireza Kazemi emphasized that, in cooperation with the Vice Presidency as…
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Iran unveils indigenously developed F-class gas turbine
Thanks to the support of the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, the MAPNA Group unveiled its latest product, the fully homegrown MGT-75 gas turbine. The unveiling ceremony was attended by Abbas Aliabadi, Minister of Energy; Homayoun Haeri, Deputy Minister for Electricity and Energy; Mohammad Olia, CEO of MAPNA Group; and Touraj Amraei, Deputy for Development of Knowledge-Based…
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Iran’s First VP stresses development of artificial intelligence as a strategic priority
Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran’s First Vice President, underscored that one of the most vital and strategic actions for the country at present is the advancement and application of artificial intelligence technologies. Aref praised the prominent role played by Iran’s scientific elites in the Supreme Council for the Development and Application of Artificial Intelligence, noting their significant contributions to knowledge production…
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Iran, China to speed up scientific, tech cooperation
Hossein Rouzbeh, President of the Organization for the Development of Scientific and Technological Cooperation, underlined the longstanding friendly ties between Iran and China. He then stressed the necessity of deepening and expediting bilateral collaboration in the fields of science and technology. During a visit by Zhong Peiwu, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Tehran’s House of Technology and…
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Iranian student, school teams shine at FIRA 2025 in South Korea
Iranian representatives achieved remarkable success at the 30th World Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Competition (FIRA 2025), securing five championships, four runner-up titles, and two third-place finishes across multiple leagues and categories. The prestigious event was held in Busan, South Korea, bringing together top robotics teams from around the world. Iranian student and school teams, supported by the Vice Presidency for…
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Iranian VP announces significant progress in government AI assistant project with universities
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin has announced satisfactory progress in the government’s AI assistant project during a meeting for the presentation of university-led AI initiatives. He stressed that the project could pave the way for smart governance in Iran. The meeting, held on August 16, 2025, was hosted by the office of the vice…
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Iran, Pakistan sign MoU to strengthen science, technology, and innovation cooperation
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between Iran’s Pardis Technology Park and Pakistan’s Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to expand cooperation in professional training, bilateral technology transfer, and the promotion of research and innovation. The agreement was signed during the visit of Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian to Pakistan. It aims to create a practical framework for closer…
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Iranian knowledge-based company pioneers advanced dental and surgical burs production
A knowledge-based Iranian company has successfully localized and mass-produced diamond burs for dentistry and ENT surgery, achieving quality on par with foreign products at competitive prices. Leveraging advanced Plasma-Assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition (PACVD) technology, the company applies ultra-hard nano-structured coatings to enhance tool hardness, wear resistance, and lifespan. This capability has enabled Almas Tak Aria Alborz Company to address a…
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Iran produces key cancer, antifungal drugs, cuts $6.5mn in import dependence
Iran has domestically produced three advanced drugs for cancer and acute fungal infections, reducing the country’s reliance on imports by $6.5 million, according to Saeed Sarkar, head of the Center for Strategic Technologies Development. Sarkar outlined the center’s mission to develop transformative technologies that strengthen national resilience and eliminate economic vulnerabilities. He noted that strategic technologies can serve as platforms…
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Iran launches free AI education program for 2mn. students and 200k teachers
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin has announced the launch of a nationwide free artificial intelligence (AI) education initiative for two million students and 200,000 teachers across Iran. Speaking at a ceremony honoring global Olympiad medalists, Afshin stressed that this program aims to reduce the knowledge gap among students and educators while enhancing the country’s…
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Iran invests $3 million in university quantum programs
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy, Hossein Afshin, announced a $3 million investment this year in quantum research infrastructure at selected universities with strong capabilities. He also said that from October, 16 quantum-related courses will be introduced across 12 universities to address the country’s shortage of skilled specialists in the field. Speaking at the Islamic Republic News…
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Iranian company enhances mineral products with advanced analytical services
An Iranian knowledge-based company is helping improve the quality of mineral products through specialized, technology-driven analysis services. According to the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Zarazma Mineral Studies Company operates a dedicated laboratory that provides mineral material analysis in line with global standards. CEO Saleh Sobhdel said the laboratory works under ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001…
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Vice President: Iran’s artificial intelligence policy led by science, technology office
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy, Hossein Afshin, announced new policy initiatives in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), emphasizing that his office is the main authority for drafting and approving AI strategies in the country. Speaking to Peivast news outlet during a visit marking National Journalists’ Day, Afshin said the Vice Presidency writes AI policies and…
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VP: Iranian knowledge-based companies have achieved annual sales of 1200 trillion rials
On Wednesday Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian visited the Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy to inspect accomplishments and key programs. Vice President for Science and Technology Hossein Afshin outlined the new strategic focus on establishing advanced technological infrastructure, especially in emerging fields like quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Afshin stressed the need for overcoming past challenges such as the…
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VP: President’s AI Assistant project enters implementation phase
Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin says the “president’s AI” project has now entered the implementation stage. He added that the first operational outcomes of this AI system are expected to be ready for use by the end of the current year. According to the vice-president, the purpose of this AI assistant is to support…
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Iranian company produces advanced cancer drug Vinorelbine using indigenous technology
The CEO of Sana Pharmed, a knowledge-based company and member of Iran’s International Innovation Zone, says the firm has successfully produced the first domestically manufactured cancer drug Vinorelbine using advanced technology. Previously only available through importation, this product is now mass-produced thanks to local technical expertise. Saman Pourzia, CEO and co-founder of Sana Pharmed, said that developing this vital cancer…
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Iran’s president stresses role of elites, innovation in achieving national goals
President Massoud Pezeshkian underscored the importance of collaboration with national elites and empowering capable individuals to drive Iran’s long-term development goals during a visit to the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy on Tuesday. Addressing senior officials and experts, President Pezeshkian emphasized that national progress depends on shared expertise and collective action, the vice presidency’s Information Center…
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Technology seen as key foreign policy tool in Persian Gulf ties, says Iranian official
The head of Iran’s Organization for the Development of International Scientific and Technological Cooperation has stressed on the strategic role of technology in Iran’s foreign policy during the 4th “Tomorrow’s Opportunity” summit, focused on Persian Gulf states. Speaking at the event held at Tehran International Exhibition Center, Hossein Rouzbeh stated, “Unlike other Persian Gulf countries, Iran is a producer of…
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VP: Innovation key to dynamic knowledge-based economy
Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Hossein Afshin, emphasized the need for continuous innovation and advanced technology to sustain Iran’s knowledge-based ecosystem during a one-day visit to Zanjan Province. In meetings with tech entrepreneurs, startup executives, and university leaders, Afshin praised Zanjan’s strong performance in developing its innovation infrastructure, noting that the province hosts around 120 active…
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President honors Iranian gold medalist in 2025 intl. math olympiad
In a special ceremony held in Zanjan, Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Hossein Afshin, presented a personal gift from President Massoud Pezeshkian to Mehdi Aghajanlou, the Iranian student who won a gold medal at the 2025 International Mathematical Olympiad. The event, also attended by Zanjan’s Governor Seyed Mohsen Sadeghi, celebrated Aghajanlou’s exceptional achievement on the global…
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Iranian startup localizes production of specialized environmental adsorbents
An Iranian knowledge-based company has successfully developed localized high-performance adsorbents used for monitoring pollutants in workplaces and environmental settings—reducing the country’s reliance on imports and providing a strategic domestic alternative. The company Danesh-Pajouhan Payesh Amin has produced over 20 specialized adsorbent products domestically, meeting international standards and replacing previously imported materials. Elimera Darabi, CEO of the company, stated that the…
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Iranian startup develops indigenous positioner for oil, gas, and power industries
An Iranian tech firm has successfully developed an indigenous positioner device capable of controlling key variables such as temperature, pressure, and fluid flow in critical industries like oil, gas, mining, and power generation, the Center for Communications of the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy reported. Vira Control Instrumentation Development Company, a member of the Iran International…
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Iranian nano-tech firm develops herbal capsule for joint inflammation, digestive disorders
An Iranian knowledge-based company has developed an herbal nano-capsule designed to treat joint inflammation, digestive disorders, and various chronic diseases. The product utilizes nanotechnology to significantly enhance the bioavailability of curcumin, the active compound in turmeric. According to the Center for Communications of the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Nano Darou Alborz Technology Company has introduced…
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Iranian biotech firm advances health sector with locally-made rapid test kits
Iranian knowledge-based company Zist-Tashkhis Sanjeh has made significant strides in boosting the country’s biotechnology sector by locally producing various types of rapid diagnostic kits, helping reduce reliance on imports and advancing national self-sufficiency. According to the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, biotechnology plays a vital role in health, agriculture, industry, and environmental protection. Local innovations not…
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Four-year trial of nanobubble technology boosts strawberry farming in Iran
After four years of applying nanobubble technology to hydroponic strawberry cultivation, a greenhouse farmer in Mahestan Agricultural Complex has reported significant improvements in yield, fruit quality, and root health. According to the Iranian Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, Valid Ettehadi, a greenhouse grower in Hashtgerd New City, began using the NANOX-GH-05 nanobubble generator developed by Seraj Nanotechnology…
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