On Monday, November 18, 2024, Dr. Gholamreza Gol Mohammadi, the Deputy Minister and President of the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO), visited the Razi Vaccine & Serum Research Institute. During his visit, Dr. Gol Mohammadi underscored the urgent necessity of establishing an international policy council aimed at addressing the diverse challenges confronting the international offices operating under the organization’s supervision.
The meeting of international offices under the Agricultural Research, Education, and Promotion Organization (AREEO) was held on Monday 18 November 2024 in the presence of Deputy Minister of Agriculture Jahad and Director General of Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute, in Karaj.
On November 5, 2024, Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute proudly unveiled three new vaccines for livestock and poultry during a special event. The ceremony, held at the Plus Hotel in Mashhad, drew esteemed figures from the veterinary science community. HamidReza Farzin, head of Razi Institute's Mashhad branch, commended the dedication and expertise of the researchers and scientists who played a pivotal role in developing these new vaccines.
On Wednesday, October 23, Razi Institute participated in the 23rd Annual Consultation between the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) and key stakeholders, including polio vaccine manufacturers, National Authorities for Containment (NACs), and National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs) on 23 October 2024. Dr. Masood Ghader, Deputy of Quality Assurance at Razi Institute, represented Razi Institute at this significant event.
On Monday, October 21, Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute held the national seminar on avian influenza at Mirshamsi Conference Hall on 21 October, 2024. The event aimed to share the latest research findings and foster collaboration among experts in the field.
In a pivotal move towards enhancing international collaboration in vaccine production, the Razi Institute has signed a marketing and export memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the private sector in Tanzania. The agreement was witnessed by Iran's Minister of Agriculture-Jahad, Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh, and Tanzania's Minister of Foreign Affairs, January Yusuf Makamba, on October 19 in Dar es Salaam.
Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to global health, Razi Institute took part in the 25th Annual General Meeting of the Developing Countries Vaccine Manufacturers Network (DCVMN), held from October 16-18 in São Paulo, Brazil. This pivotal event convened leading figures in the vaccine manufacturing industry, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovation to address pressing health challenges worldwide.
Dr. Rainak Ghaderi, head of the Academic Relations and International Affairs Office at Razi Institute, has announced the launch of seven specialized training workshops focused on vaccine production, supported by the World Health Organization (WHO). During the inaugural webinar held in Kaveh Hall, Ghaderi highlighted that, following previous training workshops organized by the WHO country office, the Academic Relations and International Affairs Office at Razi Institute successfully secured the capacity to conduct these workshops to enhance vaccine production capabilities.
The National Veterinary Day took place on October 5, 2024, at the Persian Gulf Hall of the Niroo Research Institute. The event was attended by the Minister of Agriculture, and prominent figures in veterinary medicine, and featured a congratulatory message from the President to veterinarians.
The 9th International Exhibition on Pharmaceuticals and Related Industries (Iran Pharma 2024) took place from October 2-4 at the Grand Musalla in Tehran, attracting over 750 domestic and international companies. The event was inaugurated by the Minister of Health, Treatment, and Medical Education, underscoring its significance in the pharmaceutical landscape.
Following the successful execution of the side event titled "Cooperation and Development in Biological Sciences and Technologies: Benefits and Obstacles," held on August 20 during the Fourth Meeting of the Working Group on Strengthening the Biological Weapons Convention at UN Headquarters, the Ministry commends the Razi Institute for its significant contributions to vaccine and serum research and production as well as its supportive role in organizing this side event. Furthermore, the Ministry highlights the outstanding presentation by Dr. Rainak Ghaderi, the head of Academic Relations and International Affairs of Razi Institute, which greatly enriched the discussions and positively influenced the attending member states.
In a significant advancement for Iran's public health sector, the Academic Relations and International Affairs Office of Razi Institute has successfully acquired critical Vaccine Vial Monitor (VVM) labels for RVSRI’s polio vaccine, overcoming the challenges posed by stringent U.S. sanctions that have restricted access for nearly two years. This achievement resulted from a collaborative effort among multiple Iranian ministries, the World Health Organization (WHO), Razi Institute’s deputy of Planning and Logistics, along its Commercial Affairs Management.
On Tuesday, August 27, 2024, Razi Institute hosted a delegation of WHO representative in Tehran led by Dr. Seyd Jaffar Hussain in Tehran. The meeting was held at Dr. Kaveh Hall.
In a pivotal side event in Geneva, representatives from Iran and Cuba addressed the detrimental effects of U.S. sanctions on advancing biological sciences during the Fourth Meeting of the Working Group to Strengthen the Biological Weapons Convention (BTWC). The session focused on how these illegal and unilateral measures hinder countries' access to essential biological technologies and scientific collaboration.
Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute (RVSRI) and Pasteur Institute of Iran, representing the Islamic Republic of Iran, participated in the Fourth Meeting of the Working Group on the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) from August 19 to 23, 2024, at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute, Mashhad Branch, Develops H5 Influenza Virus Vaccine Seed Mashhad, Iran. This institute is pleased to announce a significant breakthrough in the fight against influenza: the development of the H5 influenza virus vaccine seed.
On Monday, July 22, 2024, the Bureau of International Affairs and Specialized Organizations of the Ministry of Agriculture-Jahad hosted a meeting with a delegation from Algeria at the Ministry of Agriculture-Jahad headquarters building.
The 23rd International Exhibition of Poultry, Livestock & Related Industries, known as Iran PLEX 2024, kicked off with the presence of esteemed national officials at the Tehran International Permanent Fairground. Among the key figure present were Mohammad Ali Nikbakht, Minister of Agriculture-Jahad; Ruhollah Dhegihan Firouzabadi, Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy and President of the National Elite Foundation; Mohammad Javad Asgari, Chairman of the Parliament's Agriculture Commission; Dr. Mojtaba Norouzi, Deputy Minister and Head of Iran Veterinary Organization; Dr. Ali Es-haghi, Director-General of the Razi Institute, and other officials. The event was inaugurated at the Persian Gulf Hall of the Tehran International Exhibition.