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.
A distorted Koranic application appears in Apple and Samsung app stores
A distorted Koranic application in the app stores of Apple and Samsung draws Muslim anger.
A research chair is to be set up in memory of late Mina Izadyar
At Dr. Mina Izadyar Scientific Festival, efforts of a number of Zoroastrian elites have been appreciated.
Iran develops first nano air freshener
An Iranian researcher develops a multi-function air freshener, which among other things, disinfects surfaces.
Iran’s share of global science production at 1.53%
A deputy health minister says that increasing the research budget and research-based manpower could help boost Iran’s research products.
3rd-generation Iranian android to be unveiled
Sporting various capabilities, the third generation of Iranian android Surena is to be unveiled in the upcoming months.
Iranian research involving DNA
A look at how Iranian scientists have contributed to global research involving DNA.
Iran more progressive than neighbors in aerospace industry
Vice-President Mohammad Shariatmadari says he is glad to see Iran is playing a pioneering role in aerospace advancements among neighboring states.
Iran to launch 4 satellites into space soon: ISA official
Iran plans to launch four new satellites with domestically-designed carriers into the space in the near future, the deputy director of Iranian Space Agency (ISA) says.
First e-confab on environment, agroecosystem to be held in December
Tehran to host an e-conference on the environment and agricultural ecosystem later this year.
Aftabe, an Iranian app downloaded 1.5 million times and counting
Iranian software engineers develop a popular app with a very strange name.
Ironically, Iran sanctions result in a roaring $2 billion trade in apps!
Stores fill the app void left by Google and Apple on the Iranian cell phone market.
Iranian scientists build biological nano-sensor for early cancer diagnosis
The new cancer-diagnosis sensor developed by Haniyeh Fayazfar is simple, inexpensive and highly sensitive.
Iranian researcher uses ear for identification at airports, border crossings
Mina Shahriari says the new ear identification technique is precise and easy to use.
Iranian scientist’s graphite sponge converts solar energy into steam
An Iranian researcher at MIT develops an inexpensive material which can be used in desalination, hygiene systems, and sterilization.
Iran develops smart surgical drill
Iranian researcher Peyman Dehqani develops a smart surgical drill that helps prevent the side-effects of knee and hip joint replacement surgeries.
President Rouhani Congratulates Iranian Fields Medal Winner
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated Iranian mathematician, Maryam Mirzakhani, the first woman to ever win the Fields Medal, which is something like the Nobel Prize for mathematics.
Iranian woman wins Fields Medal
An Iranian mathematician has become the first woman in the world to win the prestigious Fields Medal, also known as the “Nobel Prize of Mathematics.”
String theory seeks to unravel basic mysteries of physics
Cumrun Vafa, an Iranian professor of Harvard University, expounds on a revolutionizing string theory.
Iranian finds interruption wipes out short-term memory
Being interrupted is so bad for your concentration that even a one minute distraction is enough to completely wipe out your short-term memory.
Iranian inventor moves from Google to Amazon
Iranian inventor credited with development of Google Glass moves to Amazon.
Iran makes nanoabsorbent for determining sulfonamide
Researchers of Islamic Azad University’s Shahr-e Rey Branch have produced a nanoabsorbent for determining sulfonamide in chicken by using a magnetic polymer.
Iranian researcher develop cancer-resistant nanoparticles
A Mashhad University of Medical Sciences research group had developed a component which would be effective in treating cancer.
Iran self-sufficient in production of radiopharmaceuticals
Research Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has developed radiopharmaceuticals in collaboration with President’s science and technology deputy.
Iran to unveil three nuclear achievements: AEOI
The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country is to unveil a number of new achievements in the nuclear industry.
Alborz Company produces heat-resistance lab glassware
A knowledge-based company in Alborz province has produced heat-resistant glassware with applications in laboratory.
