Tehran: High-ranking delegations from various countries have gathered in Tehran for a specialized meeting to explore Iran’s advancements in nanotechnology, particularly its application in the health sector.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the meeting, held on Thursday, was attended by delegates from Venezuela, Cuba, Russia, Serbia, Honduras, China, and Vietnam. The event was organized by the Iranian Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-based Economy to showcase Iran’s progress in the field.

Emad Ahmadvand, Secretary of Iran Nano and Micro Technologies Innovation Council (INIC), emphasized Iran’s progress in nanotechnology during the meeting. He noted an increase in the number of scientific publications and highlighted the growing presence of knowledge-based companies in the nano products market.

In addition, Mohammad Mehdi Seifi, the health and medical business development manager at the INIC, participated in the meeting. He discussed the application of nanotechnology in diagnostics, treatment, and public health, as well as Iran’s standing among countries leading in this regard.