SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN IRAN: A BRIEF REVIEW 2019   Given its mission in the field of international cooperation in science and technology and with the aim of introducing some of the country’s technological capabilities and S & T diplomacy development, the Center for International S & T Cooperation (CISTC) has prepared the present book on Feb. 2019. It contains several sections including history and background, policies and strategies, capacities and capabilities (human resources, scientific productivity, products and achievements), and authorities in different technology areas. The present book is an updated version of "Science and Technology in Iran: A Brief Review" which has already been prepared on Aug. 2017. Compiled by: Iranian Technology and Innovation Development Institute Published by: Didar Parsian Publications Other contributors: • Deputy for Policy-making and Development of the Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology • Center for Progress and Development of Iran • Iran Nanotechnology Innovation Council • Biotechnology Development Council • Council for Stem Cell Sciences and Technologies • Cognitive Sciences and Technologies Council • National Council for Science & Technology Development of Medicinal & Aromatic Plants and Traditional Medicine • Digital Economy and Smart Technology Development Council • Technology Development Council of Water, Drought, Erosion & Environment • Soft Technology Development Council • Technology Development Council for Space and Advanced Transportation • Energy Technology Development Council • Pardis Technology Park • Knowledge-Based Firms