Dr. Pejvak Khaki: Strengthening Research–Industry Collaboration Is Key to Advancing Vaccine Technologies and Biological Products

Dr. Pejvak Khaki, Executive Secretary of the 1st International Congress of Vaccine and Vaccination and Deputy for Research and Technology at the Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute, emphasized the importance of strengthening the link between research and technological development and the needs of the livestock and poultry industries. He identified joint collaboration with the private sector, support for knowledge-based companies, and the alignment of research projects with the country's priority needs as key priorities of the Deputy for Research and Technology.

According to the Secretariat of the International Congress of Vaccine and Vaccination, Dr. Khaki made these remarks during his visit to the 25th International Exhibition of Livestock, Poultry, and Related Industries, where he visited the Razi Institute's booth and highlighted the importance of leveraging the Institute's scientific, research, and technological capacities to expand engagement with industry stakeholders.

Referring to the Razi Institute's capabilities in the production of veterinary vaccines and biological products, he stated that closer collaboration with the private sector, the development of joint research projects, and the utilization of knowledge-based companies' technological capacities could help develop practical products, address the industry's technological needs, and strengthen the country's domestic production capabilities in vaccines and biological products.

Dr. Khaki emphasized that identifying industry needs and prioritizing research projects are essential to improving the effectiveness of research activities. He added that research initiatives should be directed toward addressing the country's actual needs and translating specialized knowledge and technological ideas into practical products.

Highlighting the role of the Razi Institute's Growth Center in supporting innovation and technological development, he noted that the Center supports innovative ideas from talented individuals, students, and technology developers, helping transform scientific concepts into applicable products and technologies. The participation of the Growth Center's representatives and experts in the exhibition also provided an opportunity to introduce its support programs and strengthen connections with technology-driven companies and innovators.

Referring to the importance of scientific and specialized events in the field of vaccines and vaccination, Dr. Khaki emphasized the need to establish effective platforms for knowledge exchange, the presentation of research achievements, and stronger collaboration among academia, industry, and policymakers. This approach is also reflected in the planning and organization of the 1st International Congress of Vaccine and Vaccination.

The 25th International Exhibition of Livestock, Poultry, and Related Industries has provided a platform for showcasing the capabilities of the Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute and strengthening scientific, research, and technological cooperation with the private sector and knowledge-based companies.