Iranian Scientists
The latest news and views about the Iranian scientists and their scientific achievements
Iranian researcher invents allergy, HIV-diagnosis sensor
Somayyeh Khezrian, an Iranian researcher in Tehran University, has developed a sensor which can diagnose allergy and HIV in early stages.
Iranian professor joins US National Academy of Inventors
Dr. Khoshnevis who is a Sharif Poly Technique University graduate, is well-known worldwide for his newly-developed three-dimensional building printing system.
Iran becomes the ninth member of an exclusive club of nations tapping geothermal energy
Almost a dozen areas across Iran are suitable for generation of geothermal energy.
Iranian scientific achievements unveiled during National Research Week
Over 350 Iranian research centers from different science and technology parks and knowledge-based firms presented their latest achievements in a Tehran exhibition.
Iran builds resistant nano-composite for railroads
The product can be used as an insulated composite in railroad and also in missiles and spacecraft which need high resistance in harsh weather conditions.
Iranian engineers build electronic body parts
These parts can be used in the production of implantable parts, smart dressings and even sensors used in the food industry.
Iran makes electronic artificial hand
Locally-made artificial hands would cost one fourth of the German-made models on the market.
Iranian engineers develop edible insulin nano-drug
An Iranian-developed edible nano-medicine prevents insulin destruction and improves its permeation from the intestinal wall.
Iranian scientist develops drug for treatment-resistant leukemia
The newly-developed drug can help a high percentage of patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive leukemia who have developed resistance to available medication.
Iranian physicist wins German Alexander Von Humboldt fellowship
Dr. Jafari is mainly working on condensed matter, and his research focuses on investigating the electronic structures of advanced materials and strong and irregular electronic systems.
Iranian researchers develop anti-cancer nano-drug
Iranian researchers have developed a nano-drug which uses artificial biocompatible and biodegradable polymers to fight cancer.
Iran develops first nano air freshener
An Iranian researcher develops a multi-function air freshener, which among other things, disinfects surfaces.
Iranians produce anti-wrinkle cream from pomegranate extract
Iranian researchers have developed an anti-wrinkle cream that combines intense moisturizing with powerful defense against the sun’s harmful rays.
Iranian research involving DNA
A look at how Iranian scientists have contributed to global research involving DNA.
A geek motivated by his parents
The mother of a top Iranian computer programmer says her pursuit of knowledge has inspired her son.
Professor Majid Samii named world top neurosurgeon
Majid Samii, the world-famous Iranian medical scientist, has been named by World Academy of Neurological Surgery as the world’s first neurosurgeon.
Iran researchers design stress calculator
Iranian researchers have developed a device in the form of a bracelet, which can be used to calculate and register the amount of people’s stress.
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.
Alborz Company produces heat-resistance lab glassware
A knowledge-based company in Alborz province has produced heat-resistant glassware with applications in laboratory.
Iran Builds Laboratory Space Suit for Sub-Orbital Missions
A group of Iranian researchers have designed and built a laboratory space suit for sub-orbital missions, media reports said.
Iran Stands 3rd in Int’l Football, Soccer Robocup in Germany
Iranian university students shined in the 44th RoboCup German Open Competitions, and won the bronze medal in tridimensional football simulation leagues and humanoid soccer robot sections.