Iran Medical Achievements
The latest news and views about Iran’s medical achievements
Scientists Use Weed to Produce Nanopharmaceutical for Cancer Treatment
Iranian scientists have managed to obtain cellulose from weed and use it in encapsulating nanomedicine useful for treating cancerous tissues.
Iranian Researchers Develop Stress Management Software
Iranian researchers have developed software which can manage the level of consciousness and stress by measuring brain signals.
Iran Produces Raw Materials for Cancer, MS Drugs
Iranian scientists have managed to produce raw materials for six drugs used for treatment of cancer and multiple sclerosis (MS) patients.
Iran Uses Nanotech, Medicinal Herbs to Make Antimicrobial Clothes
Iranian researchers have used nanotechnology and medicinal plants to produce hospital clothes and bed sheets which reduce infection in the hospital environment.
Iran Becomes Permanent Member of Int’l Cancer Research Centre
The Islamic Republic of Iran has been appointed as the permanent member of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) established by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Iranian Researcher Develops Gadget to Print Skin on Wounds
An Iranian scientist and his team have developed a 3-D printer used to produce skin in order to heal wounds.
Iranian, French Universities Sign Scientific Cooperation Deal
Iran’s prestigious Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences and renowned Paris Descartes University have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost mutual scientific collaboration and academic exchanges.
Five Iranian Pharmaceuticals Registered in Europe
At least five drugs produced by Iranian knowledge-based companies have been registered in Europe, said Iran’s Vice-President for Science and Technology.
“Iran Producing 97% of Medicines It Needs Domestically”
Authorities say Iran produces almost all the pharmaceuticals it needs domestically, and at the same times keeps the prices of medicines low for people to be able to afford them.
Rooster Undergoes World’s First Cataract Surgery
A rooster in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabriz has undergone cataract surgery which is the first of its kind in the world.
Iran Develops Apparatus to Rehabilitate Autistic Children
An Iranian researcher has developed a new rehabilitation apparatus used to coordinate the five senses in autistic children.
Iran Offering Incentives to Promote Domestic Production of Biopharmaceuticals
The Iranian government has adopted supportive measures to help promote indigenous production of biopharmaceuticals as part of a macro policy to enable knowledge-based companies to meet the country’s domestic needs.
Iranian Scientists Design Wheelchair to Help Disabled Stand Up
Iranian researchers at the Islamic Azad University of Pardis have designed a wheelchair that is capable of changing the position of the disabled from sitting to standing position.
Iran Produces New Herbal Drug for Migraine
After decades of extensive research, Iran has finally started the mass production of a new herbal drug named “Migraine Cut” for relieving migraine headaches.
Father of Iran’s Ophthalmology Dies at 82
Professor Ali-Asghar Khodadoust, one of the most prominent eye surgeons in the world, has passed away at the age of 82 in a hospital in New York City.
Iran Allocates $100m for Production of Two Vaccines
Iran’s Health Ministry says the country has approved the withdrawal of $100 million from the National Development Fund for domestic production of two new vaccines.
Iran, Hungary Ink MoUs on Research, Scientific Cooperation
Iran and Hungary have signed memoranda of understanding (MoU) on research, educational and scientific cooperation.
Embryo Donation Centre Opened in Iran
Iran’s Avicenna Fertility Clinic has established an embryo bank to ensure the safety of embryo donation and accelerate the process to help infertile Iranian couples.
Iran, Belgium Sign MoUs in Health Sector
Iran and Belgium have signed a number of memoranda of understanding to expand Tehran-Brussels cooperation in health and medical equipment.
Iranian Student Develops Device to Treat Diabetic Wounds
An Iranian university student has developed an apparatus named “Kerato-Removal” used to treat and heal diabetic wounds.
Iran Collects Genetic Data of People from 8 Races
As part of a major project named “Iranome”, researchers have been collecting the genetic data of Iranian people from various races and ethnic groups in order to prevent, diagnose and treat genetic diseases.
Iran, Russia to Jointly Produce Medicines
Iran and Russia have agreed to launch a joint project to produce medicines with the aim of promoting bilateral relations in medical and healthcare fields.
Iranian Doctors Sew Back Quick-Hit Kid’s Severed Hand
In a rare surgery conducted in the quake-hit areas in western Iran, a number of Iranian scientists successfully reattached the right hand of a seven-year-old boy whose hand had been cut off from wrist.
Iranian Scientists Find New Treatment for NB Cancer
Iranian scientists have managed to find a new method for treatment of neuroblastoma (NB) cancer, which is based on killing a significant number of cancer cells.
Iran Develops Smart Nanomedicine for Curing Cancer Cells
Iranian researchers have developed a nanomedicine which can be used to cure cancer cells and genetic diseases.