Why it matters:
The unveiling of new radiopharmaceuticals shows Iran’s growing self‑sufficiency in producing medical isotopes, now totaling around 70 types, supporting national healthcare and reducing reliance on imports. The launch of the National Nuclear Education Network ensures nuclear knowledge is preserved and widely shared, fostering long‑term innovation and expertise in the field.
The big picture:
Iran continues to make advances across all areas of the nuclear industry, including medicine, energy, agriculture, and scientific research, despite all Western-backed pressures and sanctions. Despite the assassinations of Iranian nuclear scientists by the Israeli regime and targeted killings during the 12-day war, Iran has demonstrated its long-term commitment to national nuclear progress.
What they're saying:
In the event, Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Mohammad Eslami highlighted the achievements of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization in advancing nuclear science and technology, emphasizing the importance of transforming research into practical applications, expanding collaborations with universities nationwide, and fostering innovation.
He stated: "In 1402 [2023], at this very location and at this same exhibition, we announced that we had 50 domestically produced radiopharmaceuticals and 20 more in different stages of research. Today, I am pleased to inform you that we now have 70 produced radiopharmaceuticals, and another 20 radiopharmaceuticals are still in the research phase. This means that the research pipeline has always been active and continues to be so."
Iran's First Vice President, Mohammad Reza Aref, highlighted Iran’s goal of regional leadership in science and technology, emphasizing the strategic role of nuclear technology across energy, healthcare, agriculture, and industry in boosting service quality and supporting national development.
He stated: "Fortunately, our pride and the main asset of our country is our human capital: capable, motivated, and highly educated individuals who shine wherever they are and in whatever field they work. The reality is that in all our plans and all our strategies for development and progress, we must make the maximum possible use of this asset."
He also pointed to the importance of nuclear science: "About advanced technologies, one of these technologies is nuclear technology. It has been clear that in all matters and across all sectors, if we make use of the features and capacities of this technology, we can both deliver better services and more effectively pursue our growth and development programs."
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