One in Eight Dementia Diagnoses May Be Linked to Liver Disease, Study Suggests
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A new study indicates that up to 12.8% of individuals diagnosed with dementia might actually be suffering from cognitive symptoms caused by hepatic encephalopathy, a treatable condition related to liver cirrhosis
Scientists Discover Protein Capable of Halting DNA Damage
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Researchers have identified a protein that can stop DNA damage, making it a potential candidate for cancer vaccine development, with its ability to be integrated into any organism.
'AI Scientist' Unveiled Capable of Automating Scientific Discoveries
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Sakana AI Labs has announced the development of an artificial intelligence system that it claims can fully automate the scientific discovery process, raising questions about the future of research and the role of human scientists.
Study Suggests Seaweed May Slow Parkinson's Disease Progression
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A 2024 study indicates that the consumption of the seaweed Ecklonia cava could potentially slow down or prevent Parkinson's disease, offering hope for new dietary approaches to managing the condition.
Dozens of Satellites Under Construction in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran has made rapid progress in the space industry during the past three years and is currently manufacturing as many as 30 satellites, an official said.
Recent Astrophysical Simulations Suggest Novel Source of Gravitational Waves
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Recent astrophysical simulations have pointed to a previously unknown source of gravitational waves originating from the collapse of massive stars.
New AI Model Shows Promise in Predicting Autism in Young Children
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A recent study demonstrates a new machine learning model that can predict autism in young children with nearly 80% accuracy, offering potential for early diagnosis and intervention.
Iranian Researchers’ Web 2.0 Educational Tools Project Gains Global Recognition
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An educational project by Iranian researchers focused on using Web 2.0 tools as an innovative learning method has gained international attention.
Chinese Chipmaker AMEC Challenges Pentagon over Blacklist Inclusion
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment (AMEC), a Chinese semiconductor equipment manufacturer, has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense, seeking removal from a blacklist for alleged ties to China's military.
New RNA Class in Extracellular Vesicles May Revolutionize Cancer Diagnostics
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Researchers have identified a novel class of RNAs within extracellular vesicles (EVs), offering potential breakthroughs in diagnosing prostate cancer and other diseases.
Cornell Study Reveals Brain's Mechanism for Resetting Memory during Sleep
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A new study from Cornell University has uncovered a mechanism in the brain that allows for memory resetting during sleep, ensuring continuous learning without overloading the brain's capacity.
New AI Model Revolutionizes Protein Interaction Studies
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Researchers at Harvard Medical School have developed a groundbreaking AI tool called PINNACLE, which provides a more nuanced understanding of protein behavior by analyzing proteins within their cellular and tissue contexts.
Study Reveals Dinosaur-Killing Asteroid Formed beyond Jupiter, Refuting Comet Theory
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A recent study has provided new insights into the origin of the asteroid that caused the mass extinction event 66 million years ago, confirming it formed beyond Jupiter's orbit and debunking the theory that it was a comet.
WHO Declares Global Public Health Emergency over Mpox Surge in Africa
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the escalating monkeypox outbreak across Africa a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), urging immediate global cooperation and vaccination efforts to contain the spread.
Galaxy Clusters' Collision Reveals Dark Matter's Unique Behavior
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Two massive galaxy clusters colliding have demonstrated an unusual phenomenon in which their dark matter has separated from normal matter and advanced ahead of it, providing new insights into the elusive substance that dominates the Universe.
Climate Tipping Points Loom As Global Warming Nears Critical Threshold
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – New research warns that surpassing the Paris Agreement's global warming targets could trigger irreversible climate tipping points, with potentially catastrophic consequences.
Honey May Enhance Yogurt's Probiotic Power, New Studies Suggest
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Adding honey to unsweetened yogurt could improve its probiotic benefits, according to two new studies that explore the potential of this culinary pairing common in the Mediterranean diet.
SpaceX to Launch First Human Spaceflight Over Earth's Poles
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – SpaceX announced on Monday that it plans to conduct the first-ever human spaceflight over Earth's poles by the end of this year, with the mission led by Chinese-born cryptocurrency entrepreneur Chun Wang.
