Pardis Technology Park Honors Top Innovators and Unveils Heated Uniforms for Border Guards
According to the Economic Desk of Webangah News Agency, the 14th annual recognition ceremony for senior technology figures and top innovators of the Iran Innovation Zone was held to honor influential actors in the fields of science, technology, and innovation.
During this event, Farajollah Kiani and Shahab Javanmardi were celebrated as top senior figures, alongside Sina Nejat, Mohammad Hossein Moezzian, and Reza Shalbaf, who were named the three top innovators of the Iran Innovation Zone.
Aminreza Khaleghian, Director General of Communications and International Affairs at Pardis Technology Park, stated that the primary selection criteria for this year’s awards were high technical capability, possession of a credible technical resume, and specialized influence within companies and at the national level. Khaleghian noted that most selected individuals have held management or board director positions in technology and knowledge-based companies, playing strategic roles in technological development. The final selections were made by the park’s judging panel based on submitted resumes.
Khaleghian also highlighted the concurrent seventh recognition ceremony for top innovators from resident companies within the Iran International Innovation Zone. He explained that this initiative aims to foster motivation, vitality, and visibility for young technologists, establishing a generational link between the experience of senior figures and the energy of the new generation of innovators.
The call for submissions for this segment was issued by the park’s Directorate General for Promotion and Innovation Clusters. Innovators’ resumes, detailing research records, projects, scientific papers, and technical competencies, were thoroughly evaluated.
Award Recipients Highlighted
The ceremony recognized top knowledge-based figures across senior experts, top innovators, and premier products sections at the Pardis Technology Park.
Top Senior Figures
Among those recognized for their vital role in advancing strategic technologies and enhancing the nation’s scientific and industrial capabilities through indigenous knowledge and persistent innovation were:
- Farajollah Kiani Boroujeni: CEO of a knowledge-based company, holding an MSc in Mining Engineering from the University of Tehran. He was instrumental in reducing technological dependence in the mining and mineral industries through the localization of specialized services.
- Shahab Javanmardi: CEO and Board Member of a knowledge-based firm and Vice Chairman of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce. He holds a Professional Doctorate in Business Administration from the University of Bordeaux, France, and is an active member of the National Headquarters for the Development and Application of Artificial Intelligence Technology.
Top Innovators
The leading innovators recognized included:
- Sina Nejat: Holding a PhD in Nanobiotechnology from Tarbiat Modares University. He was honored for his crucial role in the development and production of Hepatitis B, Human Rotavirus, and Rabies vaccines. Nejat’s achievements include winning the Silver Medal at the 15th National Student Olympiad in 2010 and managing the R&D and production sections for the Hepatitis B vaccine. He is the project manager for the development of the Human Rotavirus and Rabies vaccines and has three related national publications.
- Mohammad Hossein Moezzian: Director of the Advanced Technologies Laboratory at a knowledge-based firm, holding a PhD in Environmental Science from the University of Oulu, Finland. He was recognized for directly influencing the development of over 12 products and launching more than 10 specialized systems and platforms. He previously won the Silver Medal in the Physics Olympiad in 2013.
- Reza Shalbaf: A Postdoctoral Researcher from the University of British Columbia, Canada, holding a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Iran University of Science and Technology. He has significantly contributed to advanced technology development by managing over 26 research projects, securing international patents, and earning the title of Top R&D Center Manager from the Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade.
Premier Product Showcase
A significant moment involved the unveiling of a product from a knowledge-based company in the Iran Innovation Zone: a heating kit designed for border guards’ uniforms. Under an agreement, 2,000 sets of border patrol uniforms featuring this proprietary heating kit will be optimized for field operations, with 1,000 sets donated by the Iran Innovation Zone and the remaining 1,000 donated by the manufacturing company.
Philanthropic Recognition
The ceremony also paid tribute to philanthropist Haj Akbar Ebrahimi. As a dedicated benefactor, Ebrahimi has donated land upon which the third branch of the Pardis Technology Park is set to be constructed in Damavand city, demonstrating strong support for technological infrastructure development.
