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Chronic wounds and their associated healing disorders are considered one of the major challenges in healthcare.
These complications, in addition to extending tissue damage, may lead to tissue destruction, worsening infections, the necessity of amputating the affected limb, and ultimately premature death. The prolonged course of such disorders and the need for multiple diagnostic and therapeutic interventions impose substantial financial expenses, placing a significant economic burden on the healthcare system.
On the other hand, the growing elderly population in the coming years, along with the rising prevalence of chronic and non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and vascular disorders, will inevitably lead to an upward trend in the incidence of chronic wounds.
In this regard, the ACECR of Medical Sciences in Tehran initiated extensive research years ago at its Laser in Medicine Research Center, focusing on factors that influence chronic wound healing and tissue regeneration. Building upon this foundation, in 2018 (1397 in the Iranian calendar), the Yara Research Institute of Wound Technologies and Tissue Repair was established with the goal of conducting both fundamental and applied research in the fields of basic and clinical sciences. By employing advanced and indigenous technologies for the production of locally developed wound dressings and widely used biomedical products, the institute aims not only to prevent the outflow of millions of dollars in foreign currency spent on importing such products but also to provide a strong platform for leveraging domestic scientific capabilities.
The institute also prioritizes the development of international collaborations through the implementation of research projects, educational activities, and the organization of scientific congresses.