In the literature on entrepreneurship, incubation centers are recognized as institutions that support innovative ideas and early-stage businesses.

According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), incubators are innovation-based structures that assist in transforming innovations and inventions into successful and sustainable enterprises by offering management services, workspace, and specialized support.

The Incubation and Technology Units Development Center at Kharazmi University was established in 2015 with the goal of supporting innovative businesses, commercializing technological ideas, and generating wealth from science.

By providing workspaces, financial support, consulting services, educational programs, and networking opportunities, the center offers a suitable platform to mitigate early-stage risks and accelerate business development.
 

Key Areas of Activity:

• Supporting startups and knowledge-based companies with technological ideas

• Providing consulting, financial, and educational services for startups

• Facilitating networking between the university, industry, and supporting institutions

• Offering workspaces, equipment, and administrative facilities for technology teams

• Facilitating access to investment and financial support resources
   

Core Responsibilities of the Incubation Center:

The Kharazmi University Incubation Center is tasked with the following responsibilities to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological development:

• Organizing research and development resources to bridge academic and industrial capacities

• Guiding research efforts toward the real needs of the country

• Supporting the commercialization and development of emerging technologies

• Providing a nurturing environment for attracting and developing top talents

• Enhancing technical expertise to accelerate innovation

• Supporting the transfer of technical knowledge and the advancement of high technologies in global competition

• Promoting a culture of entrepreneurship and supporting research and innovation activities

Innovation Spaces of the Center:

The Incubation Center operates multiple innovation facilities across Tehran and Karaj, hosting technology teams and startups:

✅ Roodsar Building (Tehran) – Main facility for startups, knowledge-based companies, and technology units
✅ Creative House (Central Library Building, Karaj) – Co-working space for creative teams and a venue for innovation events
✅ G20 and G21 Buildings (Karaj) – Facilities for startups and technology-based companies