We track Islamic Republic of Iran's rapid strides in science and tech, education, energy, healthcare etc.

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‼️ Iranian researchers develop a new strategy for treating rheumatoid arthritis using methotrexate delivered through stem cell-derived exosomes and hyaluronic acid. The approach reduces inflammation, improves clinical indicators, and helps overcome side effects. #IranFirst
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‼️NEWS - Iranian researchers develop low-cost nano sensor for early detection of toxic formaldehyde gas #IranFirst presstv.ir/Detail/2026/06/13…
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‼️Researchers at Amirkabir University develop a low-cost, highly sensitive gas sensor that detects dangerous formaldehyde using doped perovskite semiconductors It marks a big step toward indigenous gas-sensor technology with applications in healthcare and other areas #IranFirst
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‼️Abaya of Naein has been registered as Iran’s 13th geographical indication with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) The centuries-old woolen handwoven craft, centered in Mohammadieh Naein, highlights Iran’s textile heritage and cultural identity. #IranFirst
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‼️University of Tehran researchers have synthesized a ZnO/AgBiS2 heterojunction nanocomposite photocatalyst that uses visible light to remove antibiotic pollutants from wastewater, offering a solution for environmental purification and industrial wastewater treatment. #IranFirst
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⚡️ Iran leads Islamic world in microelectronics science, ranks among world's top 16 Iran has emerged as the leading scientific producer in microelectronics among Islamic countries, securing first place across most major branches of the field. #IranFirst
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‼️Iran joins group of six countries producing advanced cryogenic equipment Iran has secured a place among the world’s six countries capable of designing and manufacturing advanced cryogenic equipment, a strategic and heavily sanctioned technology. #IranFirst
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‼️Iran ranks first in the Islamic world in five out of six microelectronics subfields, according to a new study. Scientific output in Iran has surged from 300 indexed papers in 1980 to 80,000 today, including 5,000 papers in emerging components over 20 years. #IranFirst
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💡Iran’s power industry has localized one of the most critical gas turbine components — refractory combustion chamber bricks — overcoming supply chain limitations It strengthens thermal power plant reliability, improves turbine durability and supports grid stability. #IranFirst
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‼️Zahra Akbari Jonoush, a PhD graduate of Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, develops a novel rheumatoid arthritis treatment strategy using methotrexate-loaded stem cell-derived exosome nanoparticles linked to hyaluronic acid. #IranFirst
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📝 Sharif University of Technology’s Dr. Amir Jafari receives the IFAAMAS Influential Paper Award at AAMAS 2026 in Cyprus for groundbreaking work on no-regret learning and game-theoretic equilibria, a landmark study that shapes AI and machine learning research. #IranFirst
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‼️ASPI’s Critical Technology Tracker ranks Iran among the world’s top four countries producing advanced aircraft engines, including hypersonic technology, ahead of Japan, Italy and UK. #IranFirst
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‼️An Iranian knowledge-based company has developed advanced cryogenic equipment, placing Iran among six countries capable of designing and manufacturing this strategic, sanction-listed technology used in petrochemical, steel and LNG industries. #IranFirst
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‼️With support from Iran’s Intellectual Property Center, a novel algorithm for controlling tissue grip force in laparoscopic and robotic surgery has been registered in European Union under EP3946130, developed with Sina Robotics in the Sina Flex system. #IranFirst
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🔋An Iranian knowledge-based company has unveiled the country’s first domestically developed graphene battery It has twice the lifespan of conventional lead-acid batteries and is designed for use in power plants, telecommunications, data centers, and solar systems. #IranFirst
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🧪A doctoral thesis at Isfahan University of Medical Sciences develops polyelectrolyte chitosan-hyaluronic acid nanoparticles with rivastigmine using 3D microfluidics for Alzheimers treatment It offers high efficiency, scalability and overcomes traditional challenges #IranFirst
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