ICT Research Institute (formerly, Iran Telecommunications Research Center (ITRC)) was established in 1970 under the auspices of the University of Tehran and undertook theoretical studies on radio transmission in collaboration with the Japanese NTT company. After the Islamic Revolution in 1979, the Center changed its status and became a telecom research entity affiliated to the Ministry of ICT, acting as its main research arm. Forty eight years since its inception, and having accumulated over four decades of experience, the Institute is now in the forefront of research and development in the field of Information and Communications Technologies, supported by well-versed workforce. Complementing its human resources, is the availability of advanced research facilities as well as dedicated laboratories which are necessary for conducting advanced studies. The Institute has two key responsibilities: • Playing a prominent role in promoting ICT nationwide as well as customizing and channelizing advanced information technology at industry level • Functioning as the main consultant to the Ministry of ICT, as it is respected as the country's dominant research entity in this arena THE INSTITUTE MAIN ACTIVITIES INCLUDE Transferring technical knowledge to industry Monitoring trend of technology Collaborating with national & international ICT players ICT RESEARCH INSTITUTE RESEARCH FACULTIES Communications Technology Information Technology ICT Security ICT Policy & Strategic Studies