Iran Leech Industry Knowledge-Based Group started its activities in 2009 with the aim of producing and cultivating Iranian medical leeches and producing acceptable dependent products based on common international standards and in accordance with GMP principles. During this period, this group has succeeded in teaching, researching and developing, promoting the science and knowledge of this fledgling industry in the country.

Become a member of the British Leech Therapy Association (BAH) and a member of the World Association of Leech and Leech Therapists (IAHH), a member of the World Leech Association of Russia (WHTO) to institutionalize the latest methods of breeding and reproduction in the country. The group is based in the scientific and research town of Isfahan