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45 Iranian universities included in Leiden Ranking Traditional Edition

TEHRAN – The 2026 Leiden Ranking Traditional Edition has included 45 Iranian universities among the top 1,618 universities worldwide.
Study highlights challenges, opportunities for Iran’s scientific diplomacy

TEHRAN – A study conducted by the Scientific Information Database (SID) of the Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research, known as Jahad-e Daneshgahi, has examined the state of scientific diplomacy in Iran and worldwide, identifying restrictions on international cooperation as one of the major challenges facing efforts to enhance the quality and credibility of the country’s scientific output.
Iranian, Ivorian ministers discuss ways to boost ties in ICT sector

TEHRAN – Information and Communication Technology Minister Sattar Hashemi and Ivorian Minister of Digital Transition and Technological Innovation Djibril Ouattara have explored the potential to expand cooperation in the ICT sector.

Iranian, Ivorian ministers discuss ways to boost ties in ICT sector

TEHRAN – Information and Communication Technology Minister Sattar Hashemi and Ivorian Minister of Digital Transition and Technological Innovation Djibril Ouattara have explored the potential to expand cooperation in the ICT sector.
45 Iranian universities included in Leiden Ranking Traditional Edition

TEHRAN – The 2026 Leiden Ranking Traditional Edition has included 45 Iranian universities among the top 1,618 universities worldwide.
Iran shakes with over 85 earthquakes in a week

TEHRAN – A total of 87 earthquakes have been recorded across the country in a week from October 31 to November 6, according to seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.
Study highlights challenges, opportunities for Iran’s scientific diplomacy

TEHRAN – A study conducted by the Scientific Information Database (SID) of the Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research, known as Jahad-e Daneshgahi, has examined the state of scientific diplomacy in Iran and worldwide, identifying restrictions on international cooperation as one of the major challenges facing efforts to enhance the quality and credibility of the country’s scientific output.
Science for Peace and Development: building bridges through knowledge

TEHRAN – World Science Day for Peace and Development, observed annually on November 10, highlights the vital role of science in addressing global challenges, promoting international cooperation, and building peaceful and sustainable societies.
Iranian, Iraqi universities to expand cooperation through joint AI degree

TEHRAN – Amirkabir University of Technology and Iraq’s Najaf Al-Ashraf Islamic University have signed an implementation agreement to launch a joint master's degree program in computer engineering, specializing in artificial intelligence, as part of efforts to expand scientific and academic cooperation between the two countries.
Iranian students to compete in 3rd International NanoOlympiad in Taiwan

TEHRAN – An Iranian student team will represent the country at the 3rd International NanoOlympiad (INO 2026), scheduled to take place in Taipei, Taiwan, from December 6 to 12, after being selected through a national competition.
QS Asia University Ranking includes more Iranian universities

TEHRAN – The Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Asia University Rankings has included 50 Iranian universities in the list of top universities in 2027, up from 48 universities in 2026.
Families take part in mangrove planting initiative on Qeshm Island

TEHRAN – Families in Soheili village on Qeshm Island have joined hands to plant 2,000 mangrove saplings, taking part in a community-led effort to promote environmental conservation.
COMSTECH, Pardis Technology Park hold workshop to promote innovation ecosystems in Islamic countries

TEHRAN – Aiming to strengthen scientific and technological cooperation among Islamic countries, an online training workshop on the management of technology parks has been held under the joint Technology and Innovation Academy of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH) and Pardis Technology Park.