ACECR Institute of Medicinal Plants

The ACECR Institute of Medicinal Plants (IMP) is a leading Iranian research and pharmaceutical organization specializing in the development and commercialization of botanical therapeutics. Established in 2001 under the Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research, the institute integrates advanced research in pharmacognosy, biotechnology, and pharmacology with industrial-scale production. IMP operates a comprehensive infrastructure that includes a medicinal plant gene bank, specialized laboratories, and GMP-certified manufacturing facilities. The institute's portfolio includes several commercialized herbal drugs for conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, type 2 diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. Its multidisciplinary approach covers the entire value chain from plant cultivation and phytochemical extraction to clinical validation and product distribution. As a key player in the Middle Eastern herbal medicine sector, IMP collaborates extensively with academic and governmental bodies to advance phytotherapy.