Science and Technology
Latest Science and Technology (Sci & Tech) News in Iran – Up-to-date coverage of developments in the fields of technology, computing, research and production in Iran, as it continues to progress in scientific endeavours.
Iranian University Develops Auto Glass Adhesive
Researchers at the Sharif University of Technology in Iran have synthesized a special adhesive used in manufacturing float glass for the automotive industry, after foreign sanctions hindered the export of the glue to Iran.
Biotech Products Account for Lion’s Share of Iran’s Knowledge-Based Exports
Secretary of Biotech Development Centre (BioDC) at Iran’s Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology Mostafa Qane’i has highlighted the active role of biosciences in the ecosystem of technology and innovation, saying 60% of Iran's knowledge-based exports are in the field of biotechnology.
Iran Inaugurates Risky Investment Fund to Create Jobs for Youth
The development of the ecosystem of risky investment in Iran has taken a major step forward with the launch of the Star Fund as the country’s first ultra-fund in the capital market.
Iran Ranks 15th in Global Web of Science Standing
Iran has taken 15th place in the ranking of countries that have published articles in the Web of Science (WOS) database in 2018.
Iran to Open 4 New Innovation Factories
Iran’s Vice President for Science and Technology Sorena Sattari has unveiled plans for the establishment of four new innovation factories across the country.
Scientists Use Infrared Beams to Cure Depression
Researchers at an Iranian knowledge-based company have developed a device that uses infrared beams to cure depression.
Linux-Based Tablet Developed for Visually-Impaired People
Researchers at an Iranian knowledge-based company have used native knowledge to facilitate the lives of blind people by developing a special tablet for them.
Iran Develops Homegrown Electric Motor Soft Starter
An entrepreneur in Iran’s East Azarbaijan province has built a soft starter which runs electric motors.
Knowledge-Based Firms of Iran to Exhibit Products in Uzbekistan
An exhibition of products and services by Iranian knowledge-based companies will be held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan soon.
Iran Exporting Nanofibre Masks to S Korea, Turkey, Thailand
An Iranian knowledge-based company has begun exporting nanofibre masks to three foreign countries.
Iranian Company Develops Cutting-Edge Textile Technology
An Iranian company has become the world’s second firm to develop a state-of-the-art technology in the textile industry.
Iranian Scientists Produce Liver, Pancreatic Stem Cells in Lab
Iranian Researchers at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences have produced liver and pancreatic stem cells in laboratory.
Iran’s Fibre Optic Space to Expand to 1mn sqm: VP
A senior Iranian official says the country’s fibre optic space will reach one million square metres by the next year.
China Moves to Promote Technological Ties with Iran
China’s Minister of Science and Technology Wang Zhigang has voiced his country’s determination to enhance scientific and academic cooperation with Iran under the One Belt One Road initiative.
Iranian, Chinese Knowledge-Based Firms Sign 7 MoUs
Iran and China have signed seven cooperation agreements at the second business and technology meeting between the representatives of the two countries’ knowledge-based companies in the Chinese city of Shenzhen.
VP Sattari Addresses China High-Tech Forum 2019
Vice-President for Science and Technology of the Islamic Republic of Iran Sorena Sattari has delivered a speech at the China High-Tech Forum 2019.
Researchers Cure Skin Conditions with Patient’s Own Stem Cells
Iranian researchers have found out that it is possible to treat wrinkles and acnes by transplanting an individual's stem cells into his or her own skin.
Iranian Sci-Tech Delegation Visits China Suzhou Industrial Park
Iran's top science and technology delegation, who has travelled to China, has visited Suzhou Industrial Park on the second day of their trip.
Beijing Welcomes Technological Collaboration with Tehran
Chen Rugui, the mayor of the Chinese city of Shenzhen, says his country welcomes any scientific and technological cooperation with Iran.
Iran, China Set to Expand Ties between Knowledge-Based FirmsÂ
Iran and China have stressed the expansion of interactions between the knowledge-based companies of the two countries.
Iranian, Turkish Scientists Win Prestigious Mustafa Prize
The closing ceremony of the third edition of Mustafa Prize was held in Tehran in the presence of Iranian Vice President for Science and Technology Sorena Sattari.
Iranian Delegation in China to Boost Sci-Tech Ties
Iran's Vice President for Science and Technology, Sorena Sattari has travelled to China along with a delegation of scientists and researchers to accelerate boosting of cooperation between knowledge-based and technology companies of the two countries.
Iran Ranks First in Artificial Intelligence in West Asia: Report
Iran ranks first in West Asia when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI), according to the SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR).
Iran Unveils Four Domestically-Made Probiotic Products
Iranian Vice President for Science and Technology Sorena Sattari and a group of high-ranking government officials have unveiled four new-generation probiotic products made by a knowledge-based company at Pardis Technology Park in the vicinity of Tehran.
President Inaugurates Innovation Factory in Iran
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has highlighted the leading role of domestic knowledge-based companies in the country’s economy after opening an innovation factory in capital Tehran.