The Nanotechnology Research Institute of the University of Kurdistan conducts research and provides guidance on synthesis and applications of nanomaterials. This research institute is supported by the Iranian Nanotechnology Initiative and the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology. More than 40 academic staff and postgraduate students collaborate on research projects at the institute and since its establishment in 2011, have published more than 60 academic papers in internationally renowned journals. It has three research groups: Nano Chemistry, Nano-Materials and Theoretical Studies and Simulation.

The institute is equipped with the latest devices including XRD, AFM, FESEM, AG and Particle Size Analyzer.