Iran to build cutting edge AI-powered biotech tower

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Tehran – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced plans to construct a state-of-the-art technology tower focused on biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and nanotechnology. "This project aligns with the Leader's vision to create a world-class scientific complex worthy of Iran's legacy – one that will serve as a regional model," Pezeshkian said during a meeting with executives from the Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute. According to a report by the official webs

Apr 12 202506:50

Iran, Brazil hold talks, discuss enhanced agricultural ties

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Tehran – In a bid to bolster agricultural trade and address trade imbalances, Iran and Brazil convened their third round of bilateral discussions via video conference, hosted by Iran's Veterinary Organization.The virtual meeting pivoted around key areas including sanitary quarantine protocols for animal and plant products, and collaborative scientific and technological initiatives."Enhanced cooperation between Iran and Brazil will streamline trade, ensure adherence to technical and health

Mar 1 202517:44

New labs launched at Iran Animal Science Research Institute

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Tehran - The Iranian livestock industry received a significant boost with the inauguration of new physiology and embryo production laboratories at the Animal Science Research Institute. Gholamreza Salehi Jozani, Deputy Minister of Research and Technology at the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (TATO), emphasized the transformative potential of these labs during the opening ceremony. "These cutting-edge facilities will play a crucial role in advancing animal scienc

Jan 1 202511:18

Iranian scientists develop novel method for microalgae preservation

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Researchers at the National Gene Bank of Iran have successfully developed a novel method for the long-term cryopreservation of Haematococcus pluvialis, a microalgal species with significant commercial and research potential. This breakthrough represents a significant advancement in microalgal biotechnology. H. pluvialis is renowned for its high accumulation of astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant with numerous applications in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and cosmeceutical industries. The

Dec 25 202400:02

Iran unveils first drought-tolerant safflower variety

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Tehran – In a significant advancement for Iranian agriculture, the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute has successfully developed the country's first drought-resistant safflower variety. This breakthrough, announced by the institute's director, underscores the organization's commitment to improving crop resilience in the face of climate change. To further support this achievement, the institute has established a dedicated center for producing high-quality, disease-free seeds.

Dec 23 202416:03

Iran Razi Institute joins global efforts to strengthen Biological Weapons Convention

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Geneva - The fifth session of the Working Group on the Strengthening of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) is currently taking place at the United Nations Office in Geneva.This year’s meeting, which runs from December 2 to 13, 2024, is focused on key issues including assistance, response, preparedness, confidence-building, transparency, compliance, verification, international cooperation, and the science and technology review mechanism.Among the participants is the Razi Vaccine &

Dec 7 202412:57

Iran unveils new hybrid lettuce seeds

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Tehran – Iran has made significant strides in agricultural innovation with the development of seven new hybrid lettuce seed varieties. The new cultivars, unveiled by Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri at the National Center for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology of the University Jihad, are poised to enhance the country's vegetable production. Nouri emphasized the critical role of high-quality seeds in boosting agricultural productivity and achieving self-sufficiency. He also highlight

Nov 4 202411:37

Agriculture AI Event 2024

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Agricuture AI Event 2024 in Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute گروه های محتوا,News,News,Picture News,latest news,editor's choice 183865 Reporter فاطمه خلیلی 0

Sep 24 202412:10

Iran unveils new lab aimed at assessing nanotechnology in agriculture

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The Iranian Minister of Agriculture inaugurated a new reference laboratory that will take aim at evaluation of agricultural products incorporating nanotechnology. Mohammad Ali Nikbakht attended the unveiling ceremony during which various technological advancements co-developed by the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute and a dozen knowledge-based companies were showcased. Nikbakht hailed the lab's opening as a significant step towards achieving knowledge-based agriculture. He empha

Jun 16 202406:45

Iran and FAO agree to expand cooperation on plant protection

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Iran, FAO agree to expand cooperation on plantprotection Iran’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture Seyed Mojtaba KhayyamNekouei and Yuak Dhoj G C, the FAO representative ad interim to Iran, discussedways to improve cooperation in the field of plant protection. A technical cooperation program (TCP) between the Food andAgriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Ministry ofAgriculture needs to be launched with the aim of boosting cooperation in thearea of plant protection, Khayy

Aug 5 202314:35