Science production grows noticeably after Islamic revolution

TEHRAN – Science production in Iran has been experiencing a constant rise after the 1979 Islamic revolution, moving up by 33 positions among the world’s countries from 50 in 1980 to 17 in 2024.

Migratory birds wintering at Hour al-Azim

Hour al-Azim wetland in the southwestern Khuzestan province is hosting migratory birds such as white-tailed sea eagles, marbled ducks, herons, African ospreys, crested ducks, black storks, oak ducks, flamingos, white pelicans, and gray pelicans that come annually to the region for wintering.

UNDP committed to supporting Iran's efforts toward sustainable energy future

TEHRAN –The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in the Islamic Republic is committed to continue supporting efforts in Iran to strengthen economic resilience, reduce emissions, and achieve a sustainable energy future.

Child adoption rises 2.5 times in 10 years

TEHRAN – Child adoption has surged by 2.5 times compared to ten years ago, as around 2,500 children are adopted annually.

Village administrations inaugurating some 9,000 development projects

TEHRAN – A total of 8,762 development projects will be inaugurated across the country by the end of the Ten-Day Fajr celebrations (February 10), marking the victory anniversary of the 1979 Islamic revolution.

Cell and gene therapy advances in Iran

TEHRAN –Iran has succeeded in producing cell therapy products which have received the Food and Drug Administration's approval.

Rainfall drops by over 50% since mid-September

TEHRAN—From the beginning of the current water year (September 23, 2024) to January 30, 50.5 mm of rainfall has been recorded in the country, a 51.1 percent decrease from the long-term average of 103.2 mm, according to the Metrological Organization.

Iran world's second producer of ‘tilmanocept’ cancer tracer

TEHRAN –An Iranian knowledge-based company has managed to develop a new method for the synthesis of Technetium (99mTc) tilmanocept, a radiopharmaceutical diagnostic imaging agent used to determine lymph nodes that may be draining from tumors.

By Maryam Tavassoli

World Wetlands Day: ‘Protecting Wetlands for our common future’

TEHRAN – Celebrated on the second day of February every year, the World Wetlands Day to raise awareness about wetlands, and increase people’s understanding of these critically important ecosystems.

Fundraising campaign for children with disabilities launched

TEHRAN – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and Tejarat Bank have started a campaign titled ‘Disability is part of me, not all of me’ which aims to empower children with disabilities in Iran through raising awareness and fostering a supportive environment.

Iranian company produces nanocoatings for cars, buildings

TEHRAN – An Iranian knowledge-based company has produced coatings utilizing nanomaterials to repel water, dirt, and other pollutants, keeping cars and buildings cleaner for longer periods and reducing the need for frequent washing.

Knowledge-based companies attend Arab Health 2025

TEHRAN – Supported by the Organization for Development of International Cooperation in Science and Technology, and the Innovation and Prosperity Fund, seven Iranian Knowledge-based firms have participated in Arab Health Exhibition 2025, held from January 27 to 30, at Dubai World Trade Center.

Iran elected as next Chair of the Governing Council of APDIM

TEHRAN –During the Ninth Session of the Governing Council of the Asian and Pacific Centre for the Development of Disaster Information Management (APDIM), the Islamic Republic of Iran was elected as the new Chair of the Governing Council, succeeding Tajikistan.

DOE, Football Federation join hands for protecting Asiatic cheetahs

TEHRAN –The Department of Environment (DOE) and the Football Federation have signed a memorandum of understanding to support wildlife conservation, particularly the conservation of Asiatic cheetahs.

Iran, Iraq discuss expansion of co-op in ICT sector

TEHRAN –The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister, Sattar Hashemi, and the Iraqi ambassador to Iran, Naseer Abdul Mohsen Abdullah, have explored avenues for boosting cooperation in the ICT sector, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), and e-government.

Iranian bird conservationist grabs Young Wetland Champion award

TEHRAN –Iman Ebrahimi, the founder and CEO of AvayeBoom Bird conservation association, the first bird conservation NGO in central Iran, has won the Ramsar Wetland Conservation Award for Young Wetland Champions.

Iran, Norway hold meeting on supporting Afghan refugees

TEHRAN – Paul Klouman Bekken, the Norwegian Chargé d’Affaires for Afghanistan, has met with Nader Yar-Ahmadi, the head of the National Organization for Migration, discussing ways to help support Iran in hosting Afghan refugees.

WHO highlights Iran's capacity to serve as model in rare blood management

TEHRAN –Jaffar Hussain, World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to Iran, has highlighted Iran's capacity to serve as a model for other nations in the realm of blood transfusion and rare blood management.

Lake Urmia's rising level underscores effective restoration

TEHRAN –Satellite images show that the level of Lake Urmia basin, measured on January 24, has increased from 1,270.05 meters to 1,270.13 meters, and the volume of the lake has risen by 0.19 billion cubic meters, reaching 1.24 billion cubic meters, compared to the same day last year.

Tehran, Riyadh need to boost ties in ICT: minister

TEHRAN –The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister, Sattar Hashemi, in a meeting with the Saudi ambassador to Iran, Abdullah bin Saudi Al-Enzi, has underlined need to boost cooperation, particularly in the ICT sector.

By Saber Jelokhani-Niaraki

State of animal genetic resources in Iran

TEHRAN - Various species of indigenous livestock and poultry, comprising a variety of breeds and ecotypes, inhabit distinct geographical regions within Iran. These animal genetic resources hold immense value and are well-adapted to the specific climatic conditions of their respective regions. Ensuring the conservation and sustainable use of these resources is vital for safeguarding food security, both in the present and for future generations.

INSF, NSFC to support implementation of 10 joint research projects

TEHRAN – Iran and China will support the implementation of 10 out of 136 research projects proposed subsequent to the fourth joint call by the Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC).

Iran, Russia to expand health ties in line with ‘strategic partnership’

TEHRAN – Following the inking of the Treaty on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation, the two countries will boost their cooperation in the health sector.

Envoys visit Tehran Wagon Manufacturing Company

TEHRAN- A group of ambassadors and high-ranking officials paid a visit to the Tehran Wagon Manufacturing Company on Sunday.

HPV vaccination to be implemented nationwide

TEHRAN -The health ministry is planning to include the Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination in the country’s immunization program to prevent the prevalence of cervical cancer and genital warts infection, an official with the health ministry has said.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Midwives: critical in every crisis

TEHRAN –Midwives play a key role in providing health care by preparing the health system to deal with difficult challenges during a crisis.

IRCS holding rescue, relief Olympiad

TEHRAN –The Rescue and Relief Organization of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) is holding a rescue and relief Olympiad from January 21 to 30 in northern Mazandaran province.

Babol, Kiashahr, Gandoman, accredited as world wetland cities

TEHRAN –Three more Iranian cities namely Babol in northern Mazandaran province, Kiashahr in northern Gilan province, and Gandoman in southwestern Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province, have been awarded Ramsar wetland city accreditation.

Rescue and relief Olympiad underway

The Rescue and Relief Organization of the Iranian Red Crescent Society started a rescue and relief Olympiad on Wednesday, January 22, in northern Mazandaran Province.