Iranian Female Innovator Wins Prestigious WIPO Prize and IFIA IIS Certificate
In a remarkable achievement for female inventors, Hasti-Sadat Hosseini, a talented Iranian innovator, has recently been awarded the prestigious World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) prize. Her invention, known as Hasticell, garnered attention at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva, where she also received the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA) innovation standard certificate. This event, which took place from April 9 to 13, featured a staggering 1,043 inventions from 42 countries and welcomed over 28,000 visitors.
Hosseini’s groundbreaking invention, Hasticell, received the IFIA Innovation Standard Grade A, highlighting its significance and effectiveness. The invention primarily focuses on utilizing stem cell grafts to repair wounds, particularly targeting cervical wounds and addressing the adverse effects of human papillomavirus (HPV) on the cervix. Notably, this innovative graft can also be applied in various medical and surgical fields. The graft is derived from the fetal membrane of the placenta and incorporates a biological dressing made of amniotic membrane, which comprises an epithelial cell layer, a robust basement membrane, and an avascular stromal matrix.
The IFIA Innovation Standard (IIS) is grounded on several essential principles, which include:
- Marketability: The invention must have a viable market potential.
- Officially Patented: The invention should possess legal protection through patents.
- Eco-Friendly: Innovations should be environmentally sustainable.
- Economic Impact: The invention should contribute positively to the economy.
These principles ensure that potential investors are presented with a cutting-edge community of innovators whose ideas exhibit distinct qualities and traits.
Following this impressive recognition, it’s essential to highlight Iran’s position in the global innovation landscape. In November 2024, the WIPO released the Global Innovation Index (GII) report, assessing Iran’s innovation capabilities across seven key criteria:
- Institutions
- Human Capital and Research
- Infrastructure
- Market Sophistication
- Business Sophistication
- Knowledge and Technology Output
- Creative Output
According to the report, Iran’s ranking in various categories is as follows:
- Institutions: Ranked 133 globally.
- Human Capital and Research: Positioned 64th.
- Infrastructure: Ranked 95th.
- Market Sophistication: 17th globally.
- Business Sophistication: Ranked 110th.
- Knowledge and Technology Outputs: 49th.
- Creative Output: Positioned 52nd.
Delving deeper into these categories:
- In Institutions: Iran ranks 130th in operational stability for business, 120th in government effectiveness, and 118th in the rule of law.
- In Human Capital and Research: The country is placed 93rd in education and 109th in expenditure on education.
- In Infrastructure: Iran ranks 5th in gross capital formation and 50th in general infrastructure.
- In Market Sophistication: It ranks 70th in finance for startups and scale-ups, and 19th in market capitalization.
- In Business Sophistication: Iran is 86th in females employed with advanced degrees and 121st in university-industry R&D collaboration.
- In Knowledge and Technology Outputs: Iran holds the 68th rank in labor productivity growth.
- In Creative Output: The country ranks 23rd in intangible assets and 1st in trademarks by origin.
Hosseini’s achievement not only spotlights her individual brilliance but also reflects the potential of Iranian innovation on the global stage. As the nation continues to navigate its challenges, the recognition of innovators like Hosseini serves as a beacon of hope for future advancements in technology and medicine.
In conclusion, Hasti-Sadat Hosseini’s award-winning invention, Hasticell, showcases the importance of innovation in addressing critical health issues. As Iran strives to improve its global ranking in innovation, the contributions of inventors will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in shaping a brighter future.
