Why it matters:
Iran sees its scientific authority as key to achieving economic prosperity, national pride, better healthcare, educational excellence, regional influence, and technological self-sufficiency. These objectives support the broader vision of advancing the country's development and securing its future.
What they're saying:
Head of Royan Institute Abdolhossein Shahroudi says the institute aims to revive the WANA region's scientific identity by expanding connections with research centers and universities, especially in neighboring countries, to foster regional and global scientific networking.
Deputy Head Parvane Afsharian says the 4th edition focuses on stem cells in regenerative medicine, covering new approaches in cancer medicine, bioengineering, cell therapy, gene therapy, artificial intelligence, and computer biology.
Key points:
Nearly 150 professors in 3 consecutive years participated in the event.
90% of the invited professors come from countries out of WANA.
Royan Institute has co-authored about 90 theses and produced 1,100 articles.
Infertile couples from 23 countries come to Iran as a health tourism destination-last year, 500 couples.
As with cell therapy, gene therapy, and the use of stem cells, Iran ranks first in the region.
Go deeper:
The event's previous editions were held in Mashhad, Isfahan, and Urmia. The next conference will be held in Kish Islands, southern Iran, from May 3 to 4, 2025.
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