Iranian doctor awarded at Geneva Invention Expo
An Iranian gynecologist has been awarded the WIPO Medal for her groundbreaking work in women’s health, according to Iran’s state news agency IRNA.
Hasti Hosseini received the honor at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva, organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), a specialized UN agency.
The award is often referred to as the “Nobel Prize of inventions.”
Hosseini was recognized for developing a stem cell–based therapy that helps control HPV and heal cervical wounds. Her invention earned an A-grade rating for innovation and humanitarian value from the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA). It also won the Gold Plus Medal from the Swiss judging panel in Geneva.
WIPO medals are awarded annually to inventors whose creations show “exceptional value” and real-world application. The Geneva event, under UN auspices, is one of the most respected platforms for global inventors.
In a recent achievement, Hosseini also took home a gold medal from Silicon Valley in September 2024 for her medical innovation in HPV treatment.