Important Molecular Pathway for Control of Aging Discovered
TEHRAN (ANA)- Research by the State University of Campinas on the roundworm species C. elegans has demonstrated that disruptions in the transfer of RNA between cells across various tissues can lead to a shortened lifespan.
Mothers, Children Have Their Birthday in Same Month More Often than You'd Think
TEHRAN (ANA)- Do you celebrate your birthday in the same month as your mum? If so, you are not alone and this phenomenon occurs more commonly than expected, a new study of millions of families by the University of Alcalá has revealed.
Recycling, Reuse of Mine Tailings by Iranian Researcher’s Method
TEHRAN (ANA)- An Iranian researcher, active in the field of mineral industries, has successfully designed an innovative plan called “Alkan” for the “recovery of fluorine tailings in mines” and to recycle and reuse materials that are thrown in the mineral process.
Iran Creates Network to Protect Genetic, Biological Resources
TEHRAN (ANA)- Caretaker of the National Center for Genetic and Biological Resources of Iran Jafar Razeqi said that the country has made a special network to protect its genetic and biological reserves and resources.
Iranian University’s Plant Biotechnology Research Center Obtains ISO 17025 Standard
TEHRAN (ANA)- The Plant Biotechnology Research Center of Islamic Azad University’s Kermanshah branch succeeded in receiving the license of the ISO 17025 laboratory standard in the field of agriculture and food industry.
Iranian Firm Produces Solution of Genetic Kits for Culture Medium
TEHRAN (ANA)- The biotechnology specialists of an Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in making and indigenizing the solution of ‘FBF culture medium’ genetic kits and ‘CF DNA’ laboratory tubes.
Iranian Company Makes Preservative Fertilizers for Agricultural Products
TEHRAN (ANA)- The biotechnology specialists of an Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in making preservative fertilizers for agricultural products by using helpful bacteria.
Aussie Scientists Discover Biomarkers of Hard-to-Diagnose Breast Tumor
TEHRAN (ANA)- A team of Australian scientists has discovered novel biomarkers of phyllodes tumor, which could lead to better outcomes for patients suffering this rare and hard-to-diagnose lesion of the breast.
Deleting Key Gene Shields against Excess Weight Gain
TEHRAN (ANA)- A study from UC San Diego reveals that obesity causes mitochondrial dysfunction in fat cells, driven by a specific gene and deactivating this gene in mice prevents obesity, suggesting new treatment approaches.
Iranian Scientists Develop Smart Tissue Decellularization Technology to Reduce Graft Rejection
TEHRAN (ANA)- Iranian researchers succeeded in making a technological device that is capable to concurrently decellularize and cellularize the transplanted tissue, and prevents graft rejection and side effects of immunosuppressive drugs.