Researchers Decode South Africa's Oldest Human DNA to Date
TEHRAN (ANA)- Researchers have successfully reconstructed the oldest human DNA ever discovered in South Africa, which can date back to around 10,000 years, as revealed in a new study.
Scientists Develop Super Golden Lettuce Richer in Vitamin A
TEHRAN (ANA)- Biotechnological methods increased beta-carotene in leaves by up to 30 times, improving its bioaccessibility without impacting photosynthesis and this could enhance the nutritional value of leafy vegetables.
Researchers Achieve Breakthrough in DNA-Based Storage of Brain MRI Data
TEHRAN (ANA)- Tianjin University's Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, in collaboration with Tianjin Huanhu Hospital, has made a major breakthrough in DNA-based data storage, introducing the innovative DNA Palette coding scheme.
Iranian Scientists Use Stem Cells to Treat Spinal Cord Injury
TEHRAN (ANA)- A group of Iranian researchers from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences could find a way to regenerate nerve tissues and spinal cord injury by extracting mouse neural stem cells and using ibrutinib drug.
Iranian Company Uses Biological Method to Produce Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles
TEHRAN (ANA)- A technological company in Iran succeeded in production of zinc oxide nanoparticles by using a biological method.
Iranian Scientist Produces Engineered Cell as Solution for Cancer Treatment
TEHRAN (ANA)- Immunology researchers of Tehran University of Medical Sciences succeeded in producing engineered cells to increase anti-tumor effects in cancer patients.
Biologists Uncover Unexpected Role of Nuclei in Organ Development
TEHRAN (ANA)- New research revealed that cell nuclei, not just cell surfaces, control the stiffness and organization of eye and brain tissues during development, indicating a significant role for the nucleus in shaping embryonic tissue structure and potentially influencing related diseases.
New Stanford Research Reveals Humans Age in Two Rapid Bursts
TEHRAN (ANA)- Research from Stanford Medicine indicates significant shifts in molecular and microbial levels in the body during the mid-40s and early 60s, which may impact health and the risk of diseases related to aging.
Researchers Develop Biodegradable Material for Enhanced Wound Healing, Skin Regeneration
TEHRAN (ANA)- Researchers developed a band-aid-like biodegradable composite material that can promote complete wound healing and the growth of skin-like tissue.
Scientists Make Engineering Breakthrough in Control of Mosquito-Borne Diseases
TEHRAN (ANA)- A research team has developed an automated device that can efficiently separate male and female mosquitoes -- an engineering breakthrough in the biological control of mosquito-borne diseases.