December 2003
This Large Cemetery Was Once the City of Bam - December 31, 2003
The article reports on the devastating aftermath of the earthquake in Bam, Iran, five days after the disaster, highlighting the grim search for survivors and…
Science and Society: Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Arthritis - 2003-12-30
Recent advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis have been highlighted, suggesting potential significant breakthroughs in medical science. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America…
Science and Society: Discovery of One of the Causes of Alzheimer's Disease - 2003-12-28
Scientists have discovered a potential cause of Alzheimer's disease, which could lead to effective treatments and prevention methods. Mansour Farasyoon reported on this finding for…
Science and Society: Intensive Chemotherapy Combined with Gene Therapy - 2003-12-28
Scientists have created a new treatment method that combines intensive chemotherapy with gene therapy to significantly improve survival rates for bone marrow cancer patients. This…
Science and Society: The Disappearance of the Mars Lander - 2003-12-25
The Mars lander 'Beagle 2', launched by the UK with EU collaboration, failed to land on Mars as planned and has disappeared. This incident highlights…
Knowledge and Society: America First Articulated Its Principles and Ideals, Then Was Founded - 2003-12-25
The article discusses how America established itself by first defining its principles and ideals, contrasting it with other nations that formed before considering governance principles.…
Knowledge and Society: The Impact of Car Color on Traffic Accident Rates - 2003-12-23
The article discusses the correlation between car color and traffic accident rates, highlighting that certain colors may increase accident likelihood. It also briefly mentions the…
Science and Society: The Risk of Blood Clots Due to Sitting on Airplanes - 2003-12-21
Research indicates that prolonged sitting during long flights significantly increases the risk of blood clots, potentially leading to heart attacks. Mansour Farasioon reports on these…
Science and Society: Air Pollution as a Cause of Increased Heart Diseases - 2003-12-21
Recent research indicates that air pollution is a greater contributor to heart diseases than respiratory illnesses. This finding was reported by Mansour Farasioon on Voice…
Science and Society: European Mars Lander on the Brink of Landing - 2003-12-21
The European Mars lander has successfully separated from its mother ship and is on course to land on Mars on December 25. Mansour Farasioon discusses…
Knowledge and Society: The Powers That Grant Pregnancy to Women
The article discusses the hormonal changes that occur in women during pregnancy, highlighting the natural powers associated with this process. It is authored by Mansour…
Science and Society: The Airplane Built a Century Ago Stayed in the Sky for Less Than a Minute - 2003-12-19
A report commemorates the centenary of the first human flight by highlighting the brief flight of an airplane built by two brothers, which initiated the…
Knowledge and Society: The Global Outbreak of Deadly Influenza - 2003-12-16
Scientists are warning of an impending global outbreak of a deadly influenza strain that could kill millions. Mansour Farasyoon, a reporter for Voice of America,…
Knowledge and Society: Traveling in the Dimension of Time - 2003-12-16
Mansour Farasioon, a scientific reporter, discusses the concept of the timeline in a recent program. This discussion is prompted by two recent developments in the…
Science and Society: Stopping Light for a Brief Moment - 2003-12-15
American physicists have successfully stopped light for a brief moment, which could lead to advancements in computing technology. Mansour Farasyoon reports on this significant scientific…
Science and Society: A Giant Spaceship Powered by Nuclear Energy to Unravel the Mystery of Life in the Universe - 2003-12-13
The article discusses the concept of a massive nuclear-powered spaceship designed to explore and discover the existence of life beyond Earth. This initiative reflects Iran's…
Knowledge and Society: Europeans Protest Against Noise Pollution - 2003-12-11
European Union member countries are uniting against noise pollution in their crowded cities, implementing a long-term program to address the issue. This initiative highlights the…
Science and Society: Positive Impact of Antidepressants on Arthritis and Joint Pain in the Elderly - 2003-12-09
Recent research indicates that antidepressants can help relieve arthritis and joint pain in elderly individuals. Additionally, it highlights the potential link between anorexia caused by…
Science and Society: For the Skin Disease 'Psoriasis' - 2003-12-08
Recent medical advancements have enabled patients suffering from psoriasis, a skin disease affecting millions in the U.S., to better manage their condition. This development is…
Knowledge and Society: Side Effects of Fertility Drugs - 2003-12-05
The article discusses the side effects of fertility drugs, particularly their tendency to cause multiple births. It highlights a new herbal medicine reported by Mansour…
Science and Society: The Landing of Two American Exploration Probes on the Surface of Mars - 2003-12-03
Two American exploratory probes are set to land on Mars next month, following a recent shuttle disaster that resulted in the loss of seven astronauts.…
Knowledge and Society: A New Method for Diagnosing Colon Cancer - 2003-12-02
A new computer-assisted method for diagnosing colon cancer has been developed, making internal examinations more accurate and easier. Mansour Farasioon reports on this advancement in…
Science and Society: New Anti-Wrinkle Drug
The U.S. FDA is anticipated to approve a new anti-wrinkle drug, which will soon be available in the American market. This development is significant for…