Science and Technology in Iran

Iranian company develops affordable brain surgery navigation system

An Iranian knowledge-based company has successfully developed a domestically-produced neurosurgical navigation system that assists surgeons in precisely locating tumors during complex brain surgeries, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues and improving surgical outcomes.

Iran unveils first Artificial Intelligence platform

The first initial version of Iran's national open-source artificial intelligence platform was launched in Tehran on Saturday.

Iran to teach AI at schools from next academic year

Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-based Economy, Hossein Afshin, says one million students will be taught AI across Iran from the next school year.

University of Tehran student named BRICS, SCO Young Researcher of the Year

Hosna Salimi, an Iranian PhD student in Indian Studies at the University of Tehran’s Faculty of World Studies, has been awarded the prestigious title of “Young Researcher of the Year” at the 2025 BRICS and Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Young Leaders Award.

Iranian president unveils three new homegrown satellites 

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has unveiled three satellites during a ceremony in Tehran.

Iran celebrates a year of milestones in space industry

Iran has marked a successful year in its space program, achieving significant milestones, including the launch of four satellites and the successful injection of a 300-gram payload into low Earth orbit.

Iran’s defense minister highlights progress in satellite technology

Iran’s Defense Minister, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, announced that the country has achieved significant advancements in satellite launch technology, marking a milestone in its space program.

Iran to unveil two new satellites on Sunday  

Iran is going to unveil Navak Satellite and Pars 2 Satellite on Sunday.

Advanced version of Iranian satellite to be sent into Space within months

The CEO of Omid Fazaa Company has stated that an upgraded version of the Iranian satellite Kowsar will be launched in the first half of next Iranian year.

Iran to launch first national AI platform demo

Iran will unveil the first demo of its National AI Platform next week, the assistant to the Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy announced on Tuesday.

Space agency chief says Iran plans to unveil local satellite within weeks

The Head of Iran’s Space Agency, Hassan Salariyeh, has stated that the local sensing satellite Pars 2, with color imaging accuracy of 4 meters, will be unveiled in early February, marking the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution.

Iranian knowledge-based company produces nano diagnostic kit for rapid heart attack detection

The Iranian knowledge-based company, Zist Tashkhis Sanjeh, has developed nano-based diagnostic kits capable of quickly detecting troponin levels in blood, significantly aiding physicians in the rapid diagnosis of heart attacks.

Iranian Nano kit makes rapid detection of colon cancer easy

An Iranian knowledge-based company has made a significant advancement in disease diagnosis by introducing a nano kit for the rapid detection of colon cancer.

Iranian researcher develops method for rapid diagnosis of Parkinson

An Iranian researcher has developed a novel method for the early detection of Parkinson based on the color change of gold nanoparticles when in contact with the saliva of patients suffering from the disease.

Iran becomes third country to develop rapid gas detection kits for oil, mining industries

Iranian scientists have developed the technical know-how to produce rapid gas detection kits, making Iran the third country to achieve this feat.

Iranian company unveils vacuum distillation device for oil product quality measurement

An Iranian knowledge-based company has developed a vacuum distillation device that is now being used for the quality assessment of oil products in the country.

Iran to unveil first AI-equipped oil well

The Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy has announced the inauguration of Iran's first Well, Reservoir, Facility Management (WRFM) Center to optimize real-time management of wells, reservoirs, and surface facilities using advanced data.

Iranian women entrepreneurs shine in BRICS competition

Four out of 22 projects submitted by Iran were recognized as top projects in the BRICS Women Entrepreneurs Forum competition, the head of the International Organizations Cooperation Group affiliated with the Iranian Presidential Center for Transformation and Progress has announced.

Nuclear head says Iran producing dozens of radiopharmaceuticals using domestic technology

Mohammad Eslami, the head of the Iranian Atomic Energy Organization, has announced that his organization provides 69 domestically produced radiopharmaceutical products to consumers, which are used in critical medical applications, including fighting cancer cells.

Tehran hosting 12th “Made in Iran” Exhibition

The 12th "Made in Iran"Exhibition of Equipment, Laboratory Materials, and Advanced Testing and Examination began on Friday morning in Tehran, with Iranian knowledge-based and technology companies showcasing their latest products.

Iran vice president for science says cabinet drafting charter of National AI Organization 

The organization aims to plan and oversee AI activities rather than directly intervene, the vice president explained. Afshin also revealed plans for the country's most...

Iran successfully launches Saman-1 into orbit

Iran has successfully launched the Saman-1 orbital transfer unit into orbit using the Simorgh satellite carrier. 

Iranian researcher’s project picked at BRICS Young Scientists Event

An Iranian researcher's project has been lauded at the 7th BRICS Young Scientists Forum held in Sochi, Russia.

Iran’s next steps in space: Launching Noor 4 satellite

The commander of the IRGC Aerospace Division's Space Unit, has announced the forthcoming launch of the Noor 4 satellite, an advancement on the recently deployed Noor 3's foundation, integrating improved imaging and communication functionalities.

Iran says plasma technology entered industrial phase

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami, has announced that plasma technology has transitioned from the research phase to the industrial stage in the country.

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