Top News of October 2024 with ANA
Azad News Agency (ANA) published a number of scientific and technological news in October 2024 whose top ones are as follows:
Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Presents Innovative Platform for Development of E-Commerce
An Iranian knowledge-based company developed a platform to provide the needs of applicants and supply products and services to the customers in a bid to develop e-commerce.
“The platforms can connect suppliers and buyers with each other. This platform is implemented in such a way that suppliers present their products and services, and applicants present their software needs in different industries,” said Mohsen Latifi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
He described the platform as a comprehensive supply chain management system (SCM), and said, “This service includes planning for managing requests, sourcing and evaluating suppliers, internal purchasing, external purchasing, clearance, tenders, manufacturing and self-sufficiency, and purchasing services.”
Latifi underlined that the ability to register the serial number and tracking code of all goods in the warehouse operation, control the order point, and the amount of order and the time of supply of materials and goods are among the capabilities of this platform.
“In this platform, it is possible to manage tenders, manage agreements and contracts, manage trust goods, work completion and combine data-x-items of several purchase requests in one order,” he added.
Iranian Scientists Use Stem Cells to Treat Spinal Cord Injury
A group of Iranian researchers from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences could find a way to regenerate nerve tissues and spinal cord injury by extracting mouse neural stem cells and using ibrutinib drug.
“In this project, we studied the combined effect of stem cells of the nervous system and drug ibrutinib (targeted drug for cancer treatment) to regenerate nerve tissue and recovery of motor function in a mouse with spinal cord injury,” Somayyeh Torabi, a researcher of the project, told ANA.
“In this research, we used the 14-day-old mouse embryo’s stem cells; a region of the brain of this mouse is rich in stem cells, and these cells are easily harvested and extracted,” she added.
“After we extracted stem cells from these embryos, we cultured them. To do this, we did initial cultivation. Finally, after 6-7 days, the cells started multiplying, and after a month, we transplanted these cells into the spinal cord lesion models,” Torabi said.
Noting that these cells were used for adult mice in which they created a spinal cord lesion, she explained, “We injected these cells in the area where the lesion was created. Then we monitored and observed the animals for a month. We tested their sensory, motor and balance performance. At the end of the month, we checked their tissue repair.”
“In this project, we measured the size of the lesions and the behavior of the transplanted cells in different groups, because along with the cell transplant, we also used an anti-inflammatory drug of the immune system. We also investigated this issue to observe the behavior of the transplanted cells in the target tissue - which had received drugs or not -. Finally, we obtained an acceptable result of the survival and fate of the cells,” Torabi said.
Iran-Made Machine Able to Produce Different Types of Nanopowder
A technological company in Iran succeeded to manufacture a machine capable of producing different nanometals of metal oxides, the family of silicon compounds, the family of carbon compounds, fluorocarbons and polysilanes.
“Our company has made a device that is considered as a hi-tech device and can produce nanopowders on a semi-industrial scale,” Robab Mansouri, the managing director of the company, told ANA.
“The device produces all nanopowders of metal oxide, nanocarbons and silicosides, and these materials are an integral part of the best and modern technologies,” she added.
Mansouri said that the nanopowder machine has been designed to produce nanostructures and has no internal or external counterpart, adding, “The mechanism of this device is based on direct oxidation-reduction.”
“In other words, the device is suitable for the production of nanometals of metal oxides, the family of silicon compounds, the family of carbon compounds, fluorocarbons and polysilanes,” she underlined.
Iranian Researchers Launch Text Mining System for Persian Literary Texts
Iranian researchers at Isfahan University succeeded in setting up a text mining system for the Persian literary texts in a research supported by the National Science Foundation.
“One of the new fields of computer science is text analysis which enjoys a precise and solid connection with the Persian language and literature in its method and purpose,” Ehsan Rayeesi, a faculty member of Isfahan University who has a PhD in Persian language and literature - mystical literature and a bachelor's degree in software engineering.
He explained that text mining focuses on extraction of valuable information and patterns from unstructured data which has become very popular in the past two decades.
“Designing and developing a web-based system for using artificial intelligence and text mining to analyze and understand text in various fields, from the specialized needs of people studying Persian language and literature to the non-scientific needs of different classes of society, producing technical knowledge, using the methods and techniques of literary sciences for the promotion and development of methods and techniques of text mining and artificial intelligence were among the goals of this project that was fortunately realized,” Rayeesi said.
Text mining, text data mining (TDM) or text analytics, is the process of deriving high-quality information from text. It involves "the discovery by computer of new, previously unknown information, by automatically extracting information from different written resources."
Iran in Cooperation with China, Russia in Microelectronics Field
Secretary of Iran Nanotechnology Innovation Council Emad Ahmadvand announced that his country is cooperating with China and Russia in the field of microelectronics.
“Given the good scientific capacities of Iran in the field of microelectronics, we have started interactions, specially with China and Russia,” Ahmadvand said.
“We have a market in the field of microelectronics, but our dependence on foreign countries is high, and in this field, we are trying to develop the subsystems,” he added.
Ahmadvand also referred to the development of application of sensors in the oil and gas industries, and said, “Interactions with other countries for the exchange of technologies are among our other plans, and therefore, we participated in the sixth meeting of the BRICS countries for the first time and had a strong presence, and our proposals were welcomed by the member states.”
Iran-Made Active Harmonic Filter Improves Quality of Power Network
Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company manufactured an Active Harmonic Filter (AHF) which improves the power quality of electrical networks and increases the lifespan and efficiency of equipment.
“In our company, we produce active harmonic filters to improve the quality of power networks. This product settles the problems caused by power electronics devices, switching equipment and drive equipment for network power quality and prevents damage to the equipment,” said Seyed Mahyar Najafinejad, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“By compensating harmonics, our active harmonic filter significantly increases the lifetime and efficiency of the network and reduces maintenance costs for consumers,” he added.
Najafinejad underlined that this achievement helps to promote the electricity industry of Iran.
Iranian Company Develops Smart Irrigation Device
A knowledge-based company in Iran unveiled a smart irrigation and fertilization device that automatically meets the needs of 10 types of plants.
Ali Kamali and Masoumeh Razmavar, the founders of the knowledge-based company, have developed a smart device that automatically and exclusively gives water and fertilizer to each flower and plant and regulates the humidity of the environment.
This device, which has 10 outputs, can provide services to 10 different types of plants at the same time. Also, if you have several similar plants, you can connect them to one outlet.
“The system, which can be controlled and programmed via both the monitor and the web, is currently set manually, but plans are underway to develop a remote-controlled model,” Kamali told ANA.
“This device is ideal for environments where continuous monitoring of plants is difficult, like the villas, towers, hotels, schools and hospitals,” he added.
Islamic Azad University Researcher Presents Iranian Model to Protect Info of Knowledge-Based Firms
One of the researchers of Islamic Azad University’s Science and Research branch in Tehran presented a whole-Iranian model for protecting the information of knowledge-based companies.
“In this plan, we examined 3 different organizations. The model was also designed and presented based on the information of experts and the data that was based on the information that existed. This model is presented as an ecosystem model and a native model of cyber security and defense for the knowledge-based companies,” Alireza Soudmand, a PhD researcher in Information Technology Management, Smart Business told ANA.
“This model is based on the opinions of all experts and the use of main and technical indicators. In addition, infrastructural, structural and non-structural topics are also considered in this model. Also, this model has been developed based on the upstream documents that exist in the country,” he added.
“The most important issue for the knowledge-based companies is portecting the data, knowledge and information that the companies have in databases and information sources, for this reason we had to develop a model based on the local structures,” Soudmand said.
Iran Achieves Technology to Produce Slow-Release Medicine
Specialists at an Iranian knowledge-based company have been able to obtain the technology to make slow-release medicine used for certain diseases.
“In situ forming systems is the newest and most advanced method of drug production, and we have patented the drug triptorlin acetate (a drug for treating endometriosis, reducing the size of uterine fibroids, and treating prostate cancer) with in situ technology as the only producer of this drug with this type of technology in the world,” said Mohammad Taqi Fathi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“Also, we are the only manufacturer of variomitexan drug in Iran and we have two important and strategic drugs variopeptil and lopromer in the production portfolio of our company which are used in the treatment of prostate diseases, breast cancer, uterine diseases and premature puberty,” he added.
“Lopromer (gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist) is a specialized oncology drug used for different therapeutic purposes depending on age and gender. It is used in women to treat endometriosis, fibroids and breast cancer, in men to treat prostate cancer, and in children to treat premature central puberty,” Fathi said.
Iran-Made Boat Helps Fishermen to Fill Fishing Net
Iranian experts at a knowledge-based company succeeded in designing and producing a boat that is capable of patrolling, sailing, and recreation, a report said, adding that the newly-designed boat can help fishermen to fill their nets with high security.
“This product is specially designed to be used for recreation, patrolling and seafaring,” Mohammad Rasoul Behifard, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.
“This product is highly suitable for marine recreation and due to its appearance, it can be classified as a luxury and customer-friendly marine product,” he added.
“This product is designed and made so that sailors and fishermen can easily use it. Due to the marine type of the product, this vessel has high safety for seafaring and marine operations,” Behifard said.
Iranian Experts Use AI for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Iranian researchers developed a new software applicable in cellphone or web which uses artificial intelligence to diagnose prostate cancer in men.
‘Prostate cancer diagnosis program based on multiparametric MRI and clinical and pathological factors using deep learning’ is the title of Ali Asqar Safayee's research project which he completed with the support of the National Science Foundation of Iran.
“Machine learning and deep learning techniques are used to exploit branches of artificial intelligence in CAD or computer-aided medical diagnosis. For this purpose, the investigated data should be divided into two categories, training and testing, where the training data have labels and the learning of the recognition model happens with the help of them,” said Safayee, a PhD graduate of computer engineering - software systems from Iran University of Science and Technology.
Noting that the test data is also used to evaluate the accuracy of the constructed artificial intelligence model, he said, “In this project, the local data was prepared from several radiology centers equipped with multiparametric MRI.”
“Helping to diagnose prostate cancer on time, choosing the correct treatment method and preventing unnecessary treatments, and diagnosing the degree of disease based on patterns governing native data by using up-to-date knowledge of deep learning were among the goals of this project,” Safayee said.
Iranian Engineers Develop Software for Smartization of Integrated Mine Planning, Control
The Iranian engineers at a knowledge-based company designed a software to improve the level of mining by intelligization of planning and control sections.
“The smart mining software, with the ability to predict based on the extracted models, is a suitable tool for planning and control,” said Omid Reza Ajdari, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“This system is a tool that, by having different modules, eases the management of mine planning and provides various management reports to control and evaluate the performance of each department in such a way that there is the ability to define daily, monthly and annual plans, enter performance information and finally determine deviation from plans,” he added.
“Connecting to machines, receiving real-time information from them, displaying and tracking their performance on the map (dispatching) are other capabilities of the smart service,” Ajdari said.
He underlined that in designing the mine management dashboard system they paid special attention to the use of Internet of Things (IOT) technology and the collection of data required for the management and control of mines.
Iranian Company Produces Hydraulic, Pneumatic Equipment for Key Industries
Experts at an Iranian knowledge-based company managed to manufacture different tools and equipment for the oil, gas, petrochemical and mining industries.
“At present, our company is active in two separate sectors of producing advanced hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for large industries like steel, oil, gas, petrochemical, and designing, manufacturing and operating mining equipment and lines,” said Mehdi Pak Tinat Tehrani, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“Ati Andishan Basir company offers a wide range of mining equipment like dryers and coolers, stone crushers and mills, types of sanders, air classifiers, Austrian scrubbers, special cyclones, conveyors and elevators, dust collection equipment, washing and water purification equipment and it has indigenized anti-wear parts,” he added.
“Our company also designs and manufactures strategic and high-tech equipment in the steel and oil sectors like all types of equipment for lubrication lines (grease dividers and feeder blocks), heavy duty wrenches from 1/2 to 11/2 inch sizes and specializes in advanced industrial valves like high pressure wing valves, solenoid valves, manifolds, etc.,” Pak Tinat Tehrani said.
Iranian Researchers Use Native Reed Plant to Purify Urban Waste Leachate
Iranian researchers at Hamedan University of Medical Sciences studied the effectiveness of the integrated system of modified septic tank and artificial wetland with subsurface flow to treat the leachate of Hamedan waste disposal site.
‘Studying the effectiveness of the combined system of modified septic tank and artificial wetland with subsurface flow to treat the leachate of Hamadan waste disposal site’ is the title of Sonia Chavoshi's doctoral thesis which was completed with the support of the National Science Foundation of Iran.
“Due to the high concentration of chemical and microbial pollutants in the leachate and the health and environmental impacts caused by it, and the lack of facilities in the urban waste landfills that are often located in the suburban areas, using the natural purification methods with the help of plants (wetland) which prevent pollutants from entering the environment and are compatible with existing conditions and facilities is inevitable,” Chavoshi said.
“In this study, we made efforts to design and implement the purification process by using native reed plant (Phragmites australis) and taking advantage of the natural potential of the region with the lowest amount of energy consumption and without the need for expert personnel to manage the system,” she noted.
Iranian Experts Repair Zorya Gas Turbine
The manager of the refinery number 10 of the South Pars gas field announced the successful operation of the Iranian experts in emergency repairing of the Zorya gas turbine for the first time in the country.
“The gas export turbines of the 10th South Pars refinery are of Zorya brand and MGT30/DU80 model, which are of particular importance considering the vital role of gas export units in maintaining the stability of production, repair, maintenance and standby of such equipment,” said Mohammad Nemati.
Noting that the 8th turbine of the 10th South Pars refinery crashed earlier this year due to severe damage to the bearings of the HPC sector, he said, “Considering the existing operational emergency and the importance of sustainable gas production, by simulating the related manufacturer's workshop in the 10th Refinery workshop, the necessary facilities for the emergency repair of the turbine were provided, and after examining and considering the existing risks, the emergency repair of this turbine was conducted in the country for the first time.”
“The great job was carried out with detailed planning and high supervision of the relevant officials and with the cooperation of knowledge-based contracting companies two months earlier than the usual repair time of this type of turbines,” Nemati said.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Designs Surgical Management System
A knowledge-based company in Iran succeeded in designing and producing a surgical management system which makes possible complex and dangerous surgeries that used to have high mortality.
Alireza Ahmadian, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, called the CompoTM model surgical navigation system a comprehensive surgical navigation system for neurosurgery and otolaryngology, spine, jaw and face surgeries.
“This system enables surgeons to confidently perform complex surgical procedures and experience surgical navigation systems in their simplest form,” he said.
Ahmadian underlined that CompoTM has a wide medical application that covers various types of surgery from simple biopsy to complex surgery.
“This system makes it possible to succeed in complex and dangerous surgeries that previously had high mortality. Also, in the field of neurosurgery, the surgical navigation system has different applications, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) or tumor dissection,” he added.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Firms to Attend Uzbekistan’s Agricultural Expo
Several Iranian knowledge-based companies are due to participate in the international ‘Agro Expo Uzbekistan’ exhibition in Tashkent.
The knowledge-based companies in Iran's pavilion will display their products and capabilities in the field of agriculture and related industries.
The exhibition showcases agricultural machinery, horticulture, plant production, and animal husbandry in Uzbekistan.
The international event will be held in Tashkent on November 27-29, 2024.
Iranian Experts Use AI to Make Device for Diagnosis of Posture Abnormalities, Movement Disorders
Iranian scientists at a knowledge-based company used artificial intelligence technology to manufacture a posture structure analysis device which provides accurate and comprehensive information to the specialists for better treatment.
“The body structure analysis device is made to measure and evaluate skeletal deviations of the body, including shoulders, neck, lordosis and foot deviations, etc.,” said Mojtaba Gohari, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
Noting that with the help of this device, treatment can be prescribed with timely diagnosis, he said, “The analysis is carried out by specifying the location of the joints and computer evaluation is done by photogrammetry method.”
Gohari described imaging technology, data analysis, reporting and corrective exercises as four unique functions of the knowledge-based device.
“This device uses advanced imaging technologies to provide accurate images of a person's posture and can analyze the collected data and provide information about body angles, curves, and symmetry. This data helps professionals identify weaknesses and anomalies,” he said.
Iranian Scientist, Colleagues Develop New Material to Prevent Mineral Buildup in Water-Oil Equipment
Iranian scientist, Amir Sheikhi, and his colleagues at Penn State have developed a new nanoparticle that can prevent scaling and stabilize a commonly used emulsion, or liquid mixture, potentially making the oil extraction processes more efficient and less harmful to the environment.
In the process of oil extraction, hard mineral buildup inside the pipes and equipment can cause serious operational damage, safety issues such as pipe explosion and significant economic losses. The current methods for descaling mineral buildup, however, can adversely impact the environment.
The new material can also be used in other equipment handling water-oil emulsions, according to the researchers and their results were published in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. The work was also featured on the journal’s supplementary cover.
“We aimed to tackle the challenge of calcium carbonate formation, known as scaling, in two-phase oil-water systems, dealt with in numerous water-based industries, such as oil and gas sectors,” said corresponding author Amir Sheikhi, associate professor of chemical engineering and the Dorothy Foehr Huck and J. Lloyd Huck Early Career Chair in Biomaterials and Regenerative Engineering.
Iranian Company Produces Non-Dairy Vegan Ice Cream for Diabetics, Hypertensives
A technological company in Iran has succeeded in producing a type of non-dairy vegan ice cream which can be consumed by patients with diabetes and high blood pressure.
“Our commercial activity is the production of health-oriented products, and in this regard, we have two brands, the first brand of the company uses very high technology, high-tech, artificial intelligence and special features; the second brand of the company's food products can be used for vegans, diabetics and those who follow a special diet, and athletes who are prohibited from consuming lactose or high cholesterol, like the diabetics and hypertensives,” Nareen Shahrokhi, the managing director of ‘Solh Gostaran Aseman Farda’ company told ANA.
She underlined that these products are suitable for all dietary categories and some products even cover ketogenic diets.
Referring to the production of completely vegan ice cream by her company for the first time in Iran, Shahrokhi said, “This product is completely special and since the company's products do not have preservatives or additives, they are special.”
Iranian Knowledge-Based Company Unveils 6 New Medicinal Products
An Iranian knowledge-based company produced and unveiled 6 new pharmaceutical products used to treat different diseases.
“Slow release buprenorphine 100/300 mg is one of these drugs, which is in the category of painkillers and is used for addiction treatment,” said engineer Ashofteh, the managing-director of the knowledge-based company.
He named variurelix as another drug unveiled by the company for the treatment of infertility, and said it prevents the premature release of LH and consequently the premature maturation of the eggs.
Ashofteh mentioned production of the effective ingredient tetrabenazine as another knowledge-based product of the company, and said, “This product is used in the production of oral medicine tetrabenazine as an effective and active component of the drug.
Tetrabenazine belongs to the category of neurological drugs and is used to reduce uncontrollable movements in Huntington's disease, Hemiballismus, Senile chorea, Tourette's syndrome and Tardive dyskinesia.”
He mentioned nalbuphine hydrochloride as the fourth product of the company, and said, “This product is used in the production of injectable and oral medicine as an effective and active component of the drug.” Ahofteh also described sacubitril/valsartan as another drug unveiled by his company, and noted, “This product is an innovative combination drug used for the treatment of chronic heart failure.”
Iranian Firm Develops New Tool for Testing Under-Pressure Equipment in Oil, Gas Industries
Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in producing a variety of hydrostatic tools used to test pressure vessels and pipes used in oil and gas industries and power plants up to 500 bar pressure.
“The product for which we have gained the knowledge-based license is a new tool for testing equipment under pressure in the oil and gas and power plant industries,” said Mahmoud Kavousi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
Noting that this tool improves efficiency up to 15 times in terms of time and economy, he said, “Hydrostatic method is used in oil and gas industries and other industries that require equipment pressure testing.”
“This method involves testing pipes, valves and other industrial equipment before installation to ensure they can withstand the required pressure. In addition to saving time, using this tool significantly reduces costs and improves economic efficiency dramatically,” Kavousi said.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Company Indigenizes Industrial CT Scan Machine
An Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in completely indigenizing industrial CT scan machines which reduces up to 50% of costs compared to imported products.
“This device is widely used in the detection of material defects and measurement science. In this device, the material is scanned layer by layer, and thus its internal parts can be seen by the researchers,” said Abbas Mohammad Kazzemi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“This method is used for various industrial parts, including metals, cast parts, electronic parts, etc. The industrial CT scan machine is able to produce a three-dimensional image of different parts and has the possibility of scanning the object at different points in different angles,” he added.
“Also, using this device, it is possible to prepare a 3D plan of the part for mechanical engineering software. This device can be used for reverse engineering and redesign of various parts and non-destructive testing of industrial parts and equipment,” Kazzemi said.
Iran to Launch Center for Studying Primates
Head of the Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research of Iran Hassan Moslemi Nayeeni announced that a center for studying the primates will be launched by the end of the current Persian calendar year (to end on March 20).
“In this center more work will be done on artificial and natural intelligence, cognitive science and robotics,” Moslemi Nayeeni told ANA.
Noting that the center will attract domestic and foreign researchers, he said, “Some Iranian researchers abroad are interested in working in the country; Iranian researchers living abroad can conduct their research in this center, and this is a good opportunity to attract domestic and foreign researchers.”
“The center is considered a place to benefit from the scientific ability of Iranians living abroad. Scientists and people abroad have also requested to cooperate with this center to advance their work in various fields,” Moslemi Nayeeni said.
“This center is supported by experts from different universities and Royan Research Institute, and we hope that this work will be completed by the end of this year,” he added.
Official: Iran’s Varamin Site Collects 3 Petabytes of Satellite Data
The head of the Geographical Organization of the Iranian Armed Forces announced the receipt of satellite data by Sepehr site in Varamin near Tehran since 2001.
“This site has collected nearly three petabytes of satellite image data and now it has been equipped with new equipment,” said Amir Majid Fakhri.
He underlined the capability of the geophysical observatory of the organization to observe the deep space through several sensors, and said, “We have plans to establish this observatory in seven points of the country to collect data from the upper layers of the atmosphere, and this data will be available to the operating devices.”
Fakhri also pointed to the installation and operation of 154 GMSS stations across the country, and said, “In addition to providing positional data and marine navigation to the armed forces and government agencies, these stations are also capable of receiving and processing atmospheric data.”
Iranian Knowledge-Based Companies to Attend GITEX Global Expo
Iranian knowledge-based companies active in the fields of information technology and communications will be sent to the GITEX Global 2024 exhibition in Dubai.
“This year, a pavilion of knowledge-based Iranian companies consisting of 20 relevant companies will be present at GITEX this year,” Arash Haji Mirmalek, the manager of the empowerment department of Innovation and Prosperity Fund of Iran, told ANA.
“We will not have a pavilion in GITEX’s global section, because our goal is to develop the market of knowledge-based companies, and Iranian companies are somehow more in the startup section of the exhibition,” he added.
Noting that b2b meetings have been planned to attract capital and sell products, Mirmalek said, “Only knowledge-based companies are present in this exhibition which are active in the field of information technology and other related fields.”
He explained that information technology and software sectors (health, energy, smart city), cloud infrastructure, artificial intelligence, fintech, education technologies and telecom are considered as the areas of GITEX.
Iranian Experts Able to Detect Footprint of over 460 Types of Toxins in Food
Iranian Vice-President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin described food safety as a key indicator in the field of nutrition, saying that the country’s experts are able to detect existence of 460 types of toxins and pesticides in foodstuff.
Hossein Afshin made the remarks after visiting the Comprehensive Research Laboratory and Development Center for Pharmaceutical Technologies of the Faculty of Pharmacy of Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Tehran.
“The amount of toxins in food is one of the most important aspects of food safety, and after passing the third phase, this laboratory, as the first laboratory in Iran, can identify up to 460 types of toxins (and pesticides) in food,” he said.
Afshin also said that detection of authenticity, quality and health of food are among the important functions of this laboratory.
Iranian Companies Present 60 New Products for Smartization of Police Services
Development Manager of Innovation and Prosperity Fund Mostafa Baqdadi announced that sixty new products have been presented by the Iranian companies to help the smartization of police services.
Baqdadi made the remarks, addressing the third specialized event on the supply and demand of new and intelligent police technologies.
“The number of knowledge-based companies has reached 10,124 and the main fields of their activities are hardware, electricity and electronics, advanced machinery, information and communication technology, medicine and advanced products, biotechnology and commercialization services, respectively,” he said.
“Today, this event was held with the participation of 43 knowledge-based companies and 11 non-knowledge-based companies in 4 fields of information technology and information security, network and infrastructure, monitoring and electronics, and radio communication,” Baqdadi said.
“60 products have been presented in the exhibition section of this event,” he underlined.
Iranian Scientists Use AI Algorithm to Accurately Detect Cancer Tissue
Iranian researchers in a joint research with their American counterparts succeeded in designing an artificial intelligence algorithm to detect cancerous tissues.
Sadeq Kazzemi Fard, the manager of this project, described the high accuracy of diagnosis as one of the advantages of this method, and said, “The artificial intelligence algorithm developed by identifying cancer tissue in the early stages enables doctors to prevent the spread of the disease.”
“Sina artificial intelligence model has been approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) and will be available to medical and research centers from the beginning of 2025,” he added.
“In its latest clinical trial, Sina artificial intelligence algorithm once again demonstrated its ability to accurately diagnose cancer and was able to identify a cancerous mass in the breast tissue of a young woman, which was mistakenly diagnosed as a cyst in the initial tests,” Kazzemi Fard said.
“This patient, who was diagnosed with suspected cancer in routine examinations, was accurately identified with the help of artificial intelligence and mammography of the cancer tissue in two places, and the disease was confirmed with a biopsy, and the treatment process began for the patient,” he explained.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Indigenizes 800 High-Precision Satellite Mapping Receivers
Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in production of 800 satellite mapping receivers with centimeter accuracy.
“Our field of activity is in precise satellite positioning systems. This device is applied for mapping, preparation of property maps of agricultural and construction lands and measures related to GIS or geographic information system,” Meysam Qanizadeh, a researcher of the knowledge-based company stationed at the Science and Technology Park of University of Tehran, told ANA.
“We are one of the leading companies in the field of producing satellite mapping receivers, which have been welcomed by users inside and outside the country due to their high accuracy, efficiency and reasonable price,” he added.
Qanizadeh explained that mapping receivers often include real-time data analysis and post-processing capabilities, adding that in real-time applications, these receivers can provide spatial data directly and instantaneously in the field.
“At present, this technology is used for self-driving cars and automotive industry equipment,” he underlined.
Qanizadeh noted that the GPS receiver takes help in determining its exact position by receiving signals from the satellite, adding that these signals include precise time information and the positions of the satellites, allowing the receiver to calculate its position through a process called trilateration.
Iranian Company Makes Lyophilized Pills with Innovative Platform
Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based pharmaceutical company succeeded in production of a type of lyophilized tablets by using a unique platform that was previously only produced in a few specific countries.
“In our company, we work on an innovative and special pharmaceutical platform, which currently exists only in a few countries in the world, and in our country, only one or two forms of it are imported,” said Hamidreza Motaseddizadeh Sorkhbidi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“Also, in the field of medicine, we have focused on lyophilized tablets that dissolve in the mouth in less than three seconds and have a high absorption rate. These drugs have specific uses and are very useful for human health,” he added.
“We are trying to take an important step towards improving the health of society and self-sufficiency of the country by indigenization of this platform and producing new medicines,” Motaseddizadeh Sorkhbidi.
“In our company, relying on our knowledge and expertise and taking advantage of existing patents, we succeeded in developing a type of lyophilized tablets that were previously only produced in a few specific countries,” he added.
Iranian Experts Develop Software to Provide Exact Address of Businesses
A new software has been developed by the Iranian technologists which allows businesses to mark the route to their exact location.
“In addition to producing the map and the route finder, we have prepared fairly complete city information that business owners can register their business location on it,” Amir Mohammad Golkani, a manager of a technological company.
Noting that city divisions and information are always updated, he said, “This product is similar to the Iranian software like Neshan and Balad but it enjoys more capabilities.”
“This software has provided a possibility that all companies and devices can put their routing information on it,” Golkani said.
Iran-Made Shock Absorber Tank Minimizes Pressure in Water, Oil Transmission Pipes
An Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing a shock absorber tank that minimizes the effects of pressure reduction or increase in water, oil and pumping systems pipelines and prevents sudden waves known as ‘ram shock’.
“Shock absorber tank is one of the most important equipment in water, oil and pumping systems transmission lines, which minimizes the impacts of reducing or increasing pressure in pipelines under pressure and prevents the phenomenon of ram impact,” said Hamid Abedinzadegan Abdi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“In other words, the shock absorber is put under pressure in the way of fluid transmission lines, so that in case of pressure increase, it acts as a storage tank and when the pressure decreases, it acts as a reservoir and power source,” he added.
Noting that an increase or decrease in pressure in water, oil, etc. transmission lines causes sudden waves, which are known as ram shocks, Abedinzadegan Abdi said, “The phenomenon of ram impact depends on various factors like changes in flow rate and pressure and speed of fluid transfer.
Considering the dangers and serious damages caused by the phenomenon of ram impact to the body of pipes and fluid transfer facilities, the shock absorber tank can be an effective factor in eliminating this phenomenon.”
Iranian Experts Use Nanotechnology to Boost Quality of Radiation Protection Gowns, Vests
Specialists in an Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in developing X- and UV-absorbing textile technology that can be used in radiation protection gowns and vests.
The Iranian knowledge-based company has made it possible to minimize the damage caused by X-ray by designing X-ray protective textiles.
These textiles are also suitable for protection against UV rays, rays that are an inseparable part of sunlight and can lead to premature aging of the skin, damage to the skin pigment, the creation of skin spots, sunburn, and in severe cases, damage to the squamous cells and the occurrence of skin diseases.
This technology has made it possible to minimize the damage caused by ultraviolet rays, specially while driving, walking and cycling, by designing protective textiles against UV rays, specially protective cotton gloves.
Among the advantages of these products is the reduction of the finished price compared to imported samples, lower weight compared to similar samples and their versatility.
Iran-Made Research Electrospinning Machine Able to Produce Tissue Engineering Channels, Scaffolds
A knowledge-based company in Iran has produced industrial electrospinning machines with the aim of developing the nanofiber industry in the country.
Hamideh Azimi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, noted that the electrospinning machines of the company can be equipped with a type of nanofiber collection system by which the nanofiber texture is formed under different angles.
“The research electrospinning machines of the company have been designed in a way that they can be used for the production of non-textured layers and it is possible to design all types of narrow channels for the research of artificial vessels and nerve channels, and also they provide the possibility to make and weave nanofibers in these devices,” she said.
“Our company has also invented a new type of system for the industrial production of nanofibers, by which efficient membranes can be produced for the filtration of liquids and gases. These devices are used in the fields of biological research, medicine and tissue engineering, nanomembranes, nanosensors, environment, defense, catalysts, solar cells, batteries, supercapacitors, waterproof and breathable coatings, nanoelectronics, nanocomposite, and absorbents,” Azimi said.
Iranian Firm Makes High-Resistance Double-Walled Polyethylene Prefabricated Houses
A knowledge-based company succeeded in production of high-resistance double-walled polyethylene prefabricated houses.
“This method of construction is fast, light and portable, which allows houses to be built and transported to the destination in the shortest possible time,” said Mirqassem Mirzadeh, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“The polyethylene materials used in the construction of these houses are highly resistant to moisture, heat, cold and other atmospheric factors. Also, these materials can be recycled and reused, which helps to preserve the environment,” he added.
Mirzadeh noted that prefab polyethylene houses have many applications in different spaces, including hotel suites, security camps, mountaineering and recreational camps, villas, places that do not have permission to build, suites floating on the surface of water, restaurants and floating cafes in open waters next to beaches or water behind dams, temporary and necessary accommodation in critical situations like earthquakes and floods due to quick assembly, villas in gardens and fields, field clinics, canopies in construction projects and tourist and entertainment places.
“Prefab polyethylene houses are designed and produced in three different dome-shaped, villa and canteen models. By using prefabricated houses, the wastage of resources like building materials, time and energy is reduced and this makes the construction process with the consumption of raw materials less and more compatible with the concept of environmental protection,” he explained.
Iran-Made Device Uses AI to Detect Posture Abnormalities, Movement Disorders
Using artificial intelligence technology, the specialists of a knowledge-based company in Iran succeeded in manufacturing a posture structure analysis device which provides accurate and comprehensive information to specialists for treatment.
“The body structure analysis device is made to measure and evaluate skeletal deviations of the body, including shoulders, neck, lordosis and foot deviations, etc.,” said Mojtaba Gohari, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“The analysis is carried out by specifying the locations of the joints and computer evaluation by photogrammetry method,” he added.
Gohari described imaging technology, data analysis, reporting and corrective exercises as the four unique functions of the knowledge-based device, and said, “This device uses advanced imaging technologies to produce accurate images of a person's posture, can analyze the collected data and provide information about the angles, curves and symmetry of the body. This data helps professionals diagnose weaknesses and anomalies.”
Iranian Scientist Constructs Device to Produce Fresh Water by Using Solar Energy
Mostafa Shafiqzadeh, an Iranian student of Islamic Azad University’s Torbat Heydarieh branch won a gold medal from the Federation of Top European Inventors by inventing a device for producing fresh water by using the solar energy.
“The device for production of fresh water by using the solar energy can be made in different dimensions. The prototype of the device is one meter long, 50 cm wide and 70 cm high, which can produce 150 liters of water daily (from sunrise to sunset),” Shafiqzadeh told ANA.
“This device obviates the country's water shortage and works exactly like a well with a water engine,” he added.
Shafiqzadeh explained that for better and higher water quality, the device should be used in desert and dry areas.
Iranian Researchers Grow African Grass with Little Water Consumption
Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in producing native African grass of genotype 88 which reduces water consumption by one-fifth compared to common types of grass while showing resistance to water and soil salinity.
“African grass of genotype 88 is a type of native grass that has good appearance characteristics like color, texture and density of grass, which in general is grass with high appearance and functional quality,” said Zamani, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
Noting that the important characteristic of this type of grass is its high tolerance to drought stress as well as salinity, heat and waterlogging, he said, “Compared to common types of grass, it reduces the amount of water consumption by one-fifth, while showing resistance to water and soil salinity; therefore, in order to reduce water consumption in urban green spaces, it can be a suitable alternative for common grass species in the country.”
“This product is urban, industrial, and domestic green spaces in tropical and subtropical regions, which of course can be used in cold regions as well, but in these regions it has a short period of time, which at this time also depends on the color of the time,” Zamani added.
Iran to Inaugurate Largest Training Village to Improve Students’ Skills
The vice-chancellor of educational and technical sciences of Islamic Azad University announced that the largest educational and training village in the Western part of Iran to improve students’ skills will be inaugurated soon.
“The largest village to improve students’ skills in western Iran has been established in Hamedan city and it will be officially inaugurated early fall,” Mohammad Ali Nadi told ANA.
He underlined that in addition to the rapid movement in students’ skill training, Islamic Azad University has started the skill training process in the student sector.
Nadi also said that the model of technology development and entrepreneurship in the university is a triangle composed of education, skill and technology, which includes various fields, including TMC centers, laboratories, workshops and simulated skill environments.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Company Acquires Know-How of Tissue Culture of Ornamental Plants
Specialists of a knowledge-based company took an important step towards increasing the productivity of greenhouses by localizing the tissue culture technique for ornamental plants.
“Our knowledge-based company is one of the first firms that have indigenized tissue culture in ornamental plants,” said Ebrahim Bairamizadeh, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“We have been able to indigenize the tissue culture technique for ornamental plants, even for the base of fruit trees and the roots of the gerbera plant, which was once imported,” he added.
This will save foreign exchange and prevents the imports of these products, Bairamizadeh said.
Iranian Student Team Wins Gold Medal in Invention Competition in Britain
Iranian students from Sama primary school in Najafabad in the Central part of Iran won the gold medal of an invention competition and exhibition in Britain.
The international and specialized exhibition of inventions was held with the support of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIIPA), universities and scientific research organizations and centers related to inventors, hosted by Kingston University, England, in London on September 25-27, 2024.
The competitions was held face-to-face with the participation of 32 countries and the presentation of 285 researches and inventions in various fields. In addition to Britain, several countries, including France, Japan, Romania, Canada, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Poland, Taiwan, Thailand, Croatia, Cyprus, Iran, etc. had also participated in this edition of the exhibition and competitions.
In these competitions, Iranian inventors and researchers in various fields like nanotechnology, biotechnology, electronic engineering, astronomy, food industry, mechanical engineering, medical engineering, pharmaceutical, energy, environment, health, etc. had also participated in two student levels with 7 teams and they won 6 gold medals and 5 silver medals and several special awards from prestigious universities and centers.
Iran Equips 4 Airports with Wind Profiler Systems
The vice-president of the monitoring network and crisis management department of Iran meteorological organization for technical affairs announced that four airports of the country will be equipped with wind profilers to detect the wind speed and direction at various elevations.
“In the first phase, four international and high-traffic airports in the country, which, according to aviation users, have a high risk of changing direction and wind speed, will be equipped with wind profilers,” said Farah Mohammadi.
Noting that the wind profiler is an important equipment in the field of aviation meteorology that measures and transmits wind direction and speed information from the ground level up to a height of 700 meters, she said, “Sudden changes in the wind at different heights, specially during the landing and takeoff of planes, are reported to the pilot.”
“Accurate understanding of wind changes during airplane landing is highly effective in preventing possible air accidents,” Mohammadi added.
“Meteorological experts present the information received from the wind profiler device in the form of specialized reports to the flight control tower based on international standards, so that it will be available to the pilots and the safety of the landing in atmospheric hazards is improved,” she underlined.
Iranian Company Produces Wear-Resistant Shoe Soles with Hydrated Silica
A technological company in Iran has produced shoe soles containing nanoparticles, which are mainly resistant to wear and slipping.
Precipitated silica nanoparticles are used in the soles of these shoes which increases resistance to wear and tear.
This technology can be used in the production of shoes and rubber, and industries like construction, paint, resin, coating and textile. The primary and main ingredient of this product is known as hydrated silica in the market.
The Iranian company has succeeded in receiving a nanoscale certificate and a knowledge-based certificate for its products.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Firms to Manufacture Transmitters for Oil Industry
A project for designing and manufacturing transmitters (equipment for measuring pressure, temperature and level), required by the oil industry, is due to be implemented by the Iranian knowledge-based companies.
The project was launched after signing a contract for production of 575 transmitters with the Iranian knowledge-based companies.
The National Iranian South Oil Company and Iranian Central Oil Fields Company (ICOFC) are the main applicants for these transmitters, and the design and construction time for the project has been considered as 24 months.
Based on the contract, the manufacturer is required to obtain the required certificates and other safety and quality requirements.
Transmitter is a strategic equipment in the oil industry for measuring pressure, temperature and level, and the continuity of operation and production in different parts of the oil industry depends on the ability of the measuring equipment.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Produces Disposable Electrodes for Electrocardiography Devices
Iranian experts at a technological unit stationed at Pardis Science and Technology Park succeeded in production of disposable electrodes for electrocardiography devices which are vital in intensive care units and for checking the patient's vital signs.
“We are the manufacturer of disposable electrocardiography electrodes in our company,” Amir Hossein Ariannia, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.
“At present, in addition to importing the product, eight Iranian companies are also producing the electrodes, and our product enjoys the high quality of foreign samples,” he added.
“Disposable electrodes are used as an interface between the human body and the electrocardiography device, and they are applied in exercise tests and play a special role in intensive care units and checking the patient's vital signs,” Ariannia explained.
“Our knowledge-based company has been able to indigenize the production line of disposable electrocardiography electrodes at the incubator center of Pardis Science and Technology Park,” he added.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Indigenizes Metal 3D Printer
Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing a metal 3D printer which can be used by other domestic firms for molding.
“We produced a metal 3D printer. This device is custom-made, and its price ranges from 350,000 Euros to 3 million Euros if produced by foreign companies, but this technology has been indigenized in our country and is available at a much less price than the foreign model,” Barzin Qaffari, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.
“At the beginning of the work, we faced the challenge of building a robot and manufactured it with many trials and errors, and then we prepared the software systems,” he added.
“There are 13 types of metal printing methods in the world, of which we have developed 2 methods of metal powder and metal wire,” Qaffari said.
Noting that at present Iran is known as one of the countries making this technological product in the world and has reached the mass production stage, he explained, “Metal 3D printers in the market work with metal powder while the metal powder fuses together and the part is made.”
Iran-Made Ultra-Thin Nano-Based Dressing Heals Skin Wounds
An Iranian knowledge-based company produced an ultra-thin nanocellulose dressing which treats the superficial wounds up to grade 2.
The knowledge-based company has also developed antibacterial dressings for the treatment of infectious wounds, special dressings for the Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) wounds, and suitable dressings for the care and treatment of surgical wounds.
Hospitals and burn, skin and beauty centers are among the target markets of these products. People dealing with burn problems, patients with chronic wounds and those with cosmetic surgery wounds can use these products.
Due to transparency, breathability and high absorbency, the most important competitive advantage of nanocellulose wound dressings is that they do not need to be changed.
Other competitive advantages of the Iran-made product include special mechanical properties, very high transparency, selective permeability for oxygen and non-infiltration of bacteria, and lower price.
Iranian Scientists Use CRISPER Technology to Make Kits for Diagnosis of Foot-and-Mouth Disease
An Iranian researcher at the University of Tehran succeeded in producing a foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) diagnosis kit by using the CRISPR-Cas technology.
Vaccination and genetic diagnosis of viral diseases using RNA interference (RNAi) technology and CRISPR-Cas system, a case study of foot-and-mouth disease, is the title of the research project of Mohammad Reza Bakhtiarizadeh, a PhD graduate in genetics and animal breeding field and a faculty member of the University of Tehran.
“RNAi technology and the CRISPR-Cas system, which created a revolution in the field of genome editing, are two useful strategies to deal with the foot-and-mouth disease,” Bakhtiarizadeh said.
“Considering that in the near future this technology will be the basis of diagnostic kits, vaccination and genetic therapy in various fields such as medicine, veterinary medicine and agriculture, therefore, achieving this technology shows that Iran is a pioneer in the field of biotechnology,” he added.
“At present, production of diagnostic kit for this disease using CRISPR technology has been successfully achieved in the laboratory,” Bakhtiarizadeh said.
Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Indigenizes Different Types of CNC Machines
Iranian experts at a knowledge-based company managed to produce CNC machines with different applications in industry.
“In our company, we operate in the field of CNC machinery manufacturing industry in various fields. At present, we have managed to produce nearly 80 models of CNC machines in seven different industrial categories,” said Seyed Reza Mousavi, the managing-director of the knowledge-based company.
“Our production machines are used in wood industry, metal cutting industry, stone and glass industry. For instance, in the wood industry, we have produced a CNC lathe that can turn and engrave sofa legs or stair railings,” he added.
Elaborating on the performance of the CNC wood engraving machine of the company, Mousavi said, “These machines, using advanced and up-to-date features and capabilities, can design and produce all types of furniture, decoration, bed sets, doors, windows, cabinets, etc. in the shortest possible time.” “Another advantage of CNC engraving and cutting machines is the reduction of waste and mass production,” he added.
Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company have produced a veterinary vaginoscope with a hydrophobic antibacterial coating and capability for more rapid and accurate artificial insemination.
The researchers could increase the speed of artificial insemination in large animals by using the ‘Smart V’ device, and due to the presence of nano coating in the device, the risk of disease transmission between humans and animals has been reduced to minimum.
‘Smart V’ is a device for vaginal examination and artificial insemination in large livestock. It has a sensor and a camera that captures the environment of the vagina and displays the images live and wirelessly on mobile phones and other devices. It increases the accuracy and speed of livestock examination.
The device also saves makes it possible to create veterinary medical records online. Among the other advantages of this device are completely elimination of the rectal test or anal examination, and the user’s ability to determine the state of estrus before insemination by testing the cervix and by inserting a special needle into the canal.
The nano coatings of this device reduce the risk of transmission of common diseases from livestock to humans and from livestock to livestock by creating hydrophobic and antibacterial properties.
Iran Exports Digital, Solar Spinning Machine to Neighboring States
An Iranian company stationed at Kermanshah Science and Technology Park has been able to produce and export digital and solar spinning machines to Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Kashmir, India, Kyrgyzstan and Iraq.
“In the process of producing yarn from wool, processing should be done on the wool first. The wools used to produce yarn are from goats, camels or sheep, which should be combed before using,” said Mehran Zeiqami, the managing director of the company.
“For this purpose, we produced the new spinning machine, which allows the user to convert sorted wool into spinnable wool. The price of the device is one-twentieth of the price of the foreign sample, and its weight and sound are less than similar samples in the market,” he added.
Noting that the spinning speed of this machine is 10 times higher than traditional methods, Zeiqami said that the device consumes between 60 and 70 watts.
“We have produced various samples of this device so far, and in addition to producing the digital version, we also succeeded in making a solar sample of this device,” he added.
“Our spinning machine also has many fans in Afghanistan, while the countries of Tajikistan, Indian Kashmir, Kyrgyzstan and Iraq are other customers of these machines,” Zeiqami said.
Iranian Scientists Produce Hybrid Seed in Glass Greenhouses
The head of the House of Innovation of Agricultural and Organic Products of Islamic Azad University’s Karaj branch announced production of hybrid seed in glass greenhouses.
Seyed Majid Toliat Abolhassani described achievement of sustainable and knowledge-based agriculture as one of the missions of the Innovation House, and told ANA, “One of our important plans is building a glass greenhouse on 5 hectares of land for the production of hybrid seeds.”
“Measures have been adopted to establish an acceleration center with cooperation of a partner, and plant medicine clinics for the detailed examination of disease and pest symptoms, and receive scientific and practical plans by specialists,” he added.
In agriculture and gardening, hybrid seed is produced by deliberately cross-pollinating parent plants which are genetically distinct. The parents are usually two inbred strains.
Iran-Made Nanomembranes Remove Oil, Petroleum from Wastewater
Iranian researchers presented a method based on electrospun nanomembranes to remove oil and petroleum pollutants from wastewater which can help reduce environmental pollution.
“Among the various water purification methods, membrane filtration technology has gradually attracted more attention due to its many features, including low energy consumption, ease of operation, low space requirement, high removal efficiency, and lower operating costs,” said Mohammad Reza Shakiba, a PhD graduate of Amirkabir University of Technology.
“Membrane filtration separates pollutants from water based on membrane pore size and particle size. The pollutant is removed from one side of the membrane and the purified solution from the other side. In the filtration mechanism, membranes act as a barrier between two phases in the filtration process, allowing chemicals to selectively move from one side to the other,” he added.
“During filtration, the water pressure and pollutant removal rate are greatly affected by the wettability of the membrane surface, which includes hydrophobic, hydrophilic and smart surfaces with variable wettability, and electrospun membranes with selective superhydrophilic or hydrophobic properties can be produced by changing the geometrical and chemical structure of the membrane surface,” Shakiba said.
Iranian Scientists Produce 1st Specific Markers of Indigenous Mountain Celery
Iranian researchers of Tarbiat Modarres University succeeded in identifying the microsatellite markers to preserve and use the indigenous populations of mountain celery in the country.
Ecophysiological and development of microsatellite markers to study the relationships and genetic structure of populations of exclusive species of mountain celery is the title of a project that has been completed in the form of Fa’ezeh Mahdavikia's PhD thesis with the support of the National Science Foundation of Iran.
“Iran is the origin of many valuable medicinal plant species. Many researches are conducted in the field of identification and evaluation of medicinal plant species using phenotypic and biochemical traits, and these researches have been accelerated in recent years,” said Mahdavikia.
She noted that due to the valuable benefits of molecular techniques, including markers at the DNA level, their use in various researches, including ecology, genetics, and population genetics, has become very popular.
“DNA markers are widely used in the establishment and management of banks and collections, identification of cultivars and populations, correct identification of parents and offspring in crosses, identification and mapping of genes related to important traits, and study of the natural selection process,” Mahdavikia said.
Iranian Company Produces Liquid Sodium Sulfide Needed by Mining Industry
Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company managed to make 15% liquid sodium sulfide which is used in copper and zinc mines, and paper and textile industries.
“Liquid sodium sulfide (Na2SxH2O) is used in various industries, including mining industries (for metal separation or flotation process), leather industries (skin fur), paper industries (making and production of paper pulp), chemical industries (production of sulfur dyes), and in textile industry (reduction of elements of sulfur dyes),” said Abbas Yazdan Panah, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.
“In our company, the goal was to produce sodium sulfide, because sodium sulfide was available in bulk (solid) in the country, but we did not have liquid sodium sulfide. This process has a byproduct called sodium sulfite. In fact, if we want to produce this substance in solid form, we will have both sodium sulfide and sodium sulfite,” he explained.
Noting that the product is used in copper and zinc mines, Yazdan Panah said, “After obtaining two patent certificates, out company's research team was able to remove the byproduct of sodium sulfite and produce only sodium sulfide that is free of sodium sulfite.”
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