Coronavirus May Spread through Normal Breathing: Scientists
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The new coronavirus might spread through the air via normal breathing and speaking, a US scientist said Friday.
Voyager 2 Still Helping Scientists Discover More about Solar System
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Only one spacecraft has flown near Uranus and Neptune, the mysterious ice giant planets on the edge of our solar system.
AI Could One Day Be Pandemic Lifesaver
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – On December 30, researchers using artificial intelligence systems to comb through media and social platforms detected the spread of an unusual flu-like illness in Wuhan, China.
High-Salt Diet Weakens Immune System
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A study found that too much salt is not only bad for blood pressure, but also for the immune system.
China Reports No New Cases of Covid-19 for 1st Time
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - China reported that it had no new local cases of coronavirus infections over the past 24 hours for the first time since the outbreak began in December.
WHO Announces Beginning of First Vaccine Trial for Covid-19
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed that the first vaccine trial for the Covid-19 virus has begun as the world battles the growing pandemic.
Iran Sets Up Project to Produce Molybdenum-99
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran launched a national project to produce molybdenum-99, a radioisotope used to make radiopharmaceuticals.
Masks, Gloves Don't Stop Coronavirus Spread: Experts
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Wearing masks and gloves as a precaution against the coronavirus is ineffective and may even spread infections faster, experts said.
Here Are Some Existing Drugs That May Be Repurposed to Treat COVID-19
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Pharmaceutical companies and research facilities around the world are looking at a variety of existing drugs as treatment options for COVID-19.
VP: Iran Producing Most Complicated Medicines for COVID-19
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Vice President for Science and Technology Sorena Satatri said local researchers in knowledge-based companies are working on the most complicated pharmaceutical products to prevent and cure the novel coronavirus.
Atomic Force Microscope Made in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Iranian knowledge-based company has manufactured atomic force microscope and nanoscope, advanced devices developed only by a handful of countries.
Scientists Say Existing Drugs Could Treat Coronavirus Disease
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Scientists from the University of Queensland Center for Clinical Research claim that a cure for the coronavirus disease is possible, thanks to two existing drugs.
Scientists Close to Developing Coronavirus Vaccine after Tests on Mice
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A vaccine for the COVID-19 illness caused by the coronavirus is on the verge of being developed, a team of scientists has said.
Coronavirus Can Live in Air for Hours, on Surfaces for Days
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The coronavirus can live in the air for hours and survive on certain surfaces for days, according to new test results from the government and scientists.
Climate Change Could See up to 1.2 Billion People Suffer From Rising Temperatures
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Rising temperatures caused by climate change could see up to 1.2 billion people suffer from heat stress by 2100 if greenhouse gases are not curbed, a study found.
First of Kind ‘Teardrop’ Star Discovered That Pulsates on One Side
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A never-before-seen star that is tear-shaped and pulsates on just one side has been discovered by astronomers.
Neutron Star Measured at 11km Radius
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An international research team has obtained new measurements of how big neutron stars are.
Science Minister Orders Iranian Universities to Assist in Coronavirus Battle
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Minister of Science, Research and Technology assigned universities across the country to help the medical society in the fight against COVID-19, calling on genetics and biotechnology research teams to work on plans to contain the disease.
