October 2002
Knowledge and Society: Attack on International Information Highways - 2002-10-31
An attack on the international information superhighway failed to disrupt the network. American officials are alarmed and label the incident as a terrorist act. This…
Dr. Rasool Nafisi's Views on Akbar Ganji's Manifesto - 2002-10-29
Dr. Rasool Nafisi shares his insights on Akbar Ganji's manifesto in an interview with journalist Farah Jahangiri. This discussion highlights the significance of Ganji's work…
Science and Society: A New Understanding of the Large Moon Titan Part 1 and 2 - 2002-10-29
The article discusses NASA's renewed focus on Titan, Saturn's large moon, which has intrigued astronomers for three centuries. Mansour Farahian highlights the scientific curiosity surrounding…
Knowledge and Society: The Benefits of Vegetarianism and Raw Food - 2002-10-26
The article discusses the benefits of vegetarianism and raw food diets, exploring who can adopt such dietary changes. It is presented in a program by…
Science and Society: The Cause of Heart Diseases in Black People - 2002-10-25
Scientists have identified a genetic factor that increases the risk of heart diseases in Black individuals compared to White individuals. The findings were discussed by…
Science and Society: Medication for Migraine - 2002-10-25
Recent studies suggest that an epilepsy medication may provide relief for migraine and chronic headache sufferers. Mansour Farasioon reports on this development in a Voice…
Knowledge and Society: The Role of Pipe Tape in Wart Treatment - 2002-10-25
Physicians have discovered a new application for pipe tape in treating warts. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America covers this development in his program. This…
Science and Society: Immunotherapy Approach to Combat Cancer - 2002-10-22
American scientists have developed a method to strengthen the immune systems of cancer patients through the cultivation and injection of defense cells, leading to the…
Science and Society: Earache Medicine for Children - 2002-10-21
The article discusses the common belief among parents that antibiotics are necessary for children with earaches, despite the fact that many earaches resolve naturally. Mansour…
Alireza Noorizadeh's Views on Akbar Ganji's Republican Manifesto - 2002-10-20
Alireza Noorizadeh shares insights on Akbar Ganji's republican manifesto and his evolution since the Iranian revolution. This conversation highlights the significant ideological shifts and personal…
Science and Society: Development of a Drug to Reduce the Spread of Tuberculosis - 2002-10-19
American and Russian scientists have developed a drug that decreases the spread of tuberculosis, a disease responsible for two million deaths each year. This collaboration…
Science and Society: Fighting Parkinson's Disease - 2002-10-16
Recent studies indicate that Coenzyme Q10 may aid in treating Parkinson's disease. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America discusses this promising development. This discovery is…
Interview with Dariush Homayoun Regarding Akbar Ganji's 'Republican Manifesto' - 2002-10-13
The article discusses an interview with Dariush Homayoun about Akbar Ganji's 'Republican Manifesto,' written while Ganji was imprisoned for exposing state-sponsored murders. The manifesto has…
Science and Society: The Story of Sea Storms - 2002-10-05
The article discusses the formation of sea storms and the convention of naming them after women. Mansour Farasioon, a reporter, addresses these topics in a…
Farah Jahangiri's Report from Dubai - 2002-10-02
Farah Jahangiri reports from Dubai, highlighting events and publications from the city on October 2, 2002. The report may provide insights into the socio-political climate…
Science and Society: Production of Antimatter - 2002-10-01
An international team of forty scientists and ten institutions has successfully created antimatter in a laboratory setting for research. This achievement could revolutionize physics and…
Farah Jahangiri's Report from Dubai - 2002-10-01
Farah Jahangiri provides insights from Dubai regarding the implications of potential war on oil production and the regional media landscape. This report highlights the cultural…