Discussions focused on enhancing scientific cooperation, fostering research partnerships, providing training to Iranian researchers and exploring future opportunities in biotechnology and innovation.
ICGEB New Delhi had the honour of hosting H.E. Prof. Dr. Masoud Shams Bakhsh, Hon’ble Acting Minister for Science, Research and Technology, Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, along with Dr. Mohammad Nabi Shahiki Tash, Deputy Minister for Technology and Innovation, Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and their esteemed delegation during their visit to the Centre.
The delegation was received by the Director of ICGEB New Delhi, who, together with the Centre’s Group Leaders, engaged in productive discussions on advancing scientific collaboration, promoting research partnerships, and exploring opportunities for future cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The interaction highlighted the shared commitment to fostering excellence in biotechnology, innovation, and capacity building through international scientific engagement.
As part of the visit, the delegation toured the ICGEB Biofoundry and several of the Centre’s state-of-the-art research facilities. The visit provided an overview of ICGEB New Delhi’s cutting-edge research programmes, advanced technological platforms, and innovation ecosystem, showcasing the Centre’s contributions to biotechnology research in human health, agriculture, industrial biotechnology, and sustainable development.
The visit reaffirmed the importance of international partnerships in addressing global scientific challenges and strengthening cooperation in science, research, and technology.
