Financial Tribune � A tech center has been launched in a deserted wood products factory dubbed Dayhim Innovation Factory in Pakdasht, southeast Tehran.

Backed by Dayhim Investment Group, the factory has enlisted the support of Iran�s Vice Presidential Office for Science and Technology.

According to the factory�s website, it will support startups and knowledge-based companies active in the field of robotics, Internet of Things, virtual reality, smart farming and e-health. The project is overseen by well-known Iranian entrepreneur, Shayan Shalileh.

The factory has planned laboratories for tech companies to carry out robotic and nanotech tests. It will host a tech exhibition to showcase the achievements of local startups and knowledge-based companies.