The world of science and technology witnessed interesting events on 18 Mehr today, which this news has briefly covered.
According to RCO News Agency, The science and technology of Iran and the world today was accompanied by various news. Now, in this report, we will review the summary of these news.
The reasons for universities’ weakness in playing a role in solving the country’s problems
A member of the Policy Council of Rustaazad Technology and Governance Award said: The key weakness of universities in connecting with the country’s issues is due to the focus on education and basic research that is published only in academic environments, and this makes the role of universities and their involvement with Avoid real issues. In an interview with ISNA, Seyyed Mohammad Sadiq Imamian stated that the late Rusta Azad left two key mementos, and said: The relationship between the university and industry is one of the mementos of the late Rusta Azad, which expanded during his vice president and presidentship of Sharif University of Technology. Undoubtedly, the late Rostaazad is one of the most effective people in the formation of technology and innovation ecosystem in Sharif University.
What awards can the survivors receive from the “Nobel” prize?
Every year in October, scientists eagerly await the announcement of the Nobel Prizes in Physics, Chemistry, and Medicine. But many researchers working outside these fields may miss out on the opportunities for international acclaim that come with winning the Nobel Prize, the most prestigious award in science. Many people have discussed expanding the Nobel categories, particularly because science has grown increasingly interdisciplinary since the Nobel Prizes were established in 1900. In the meantime, prizes have been created to honor the fields excluded from Nobel.
Traces of climate change in increasing the intensity of dust and increasing thunderstorms/the effects of Farin phenomena on cancer
The Vice President of Research and Education of the National Research Institute of Oceanography and Atmospheric Sciences, emphasizing that the signs of climate change are evident in the seas and coasts of Iran, said: Our studies in the Urmia lake basin show that snowfall has decreased and, along with the increase in temperature, thunderstorms are also increasing. and on the shores of the Caspian Sea, the intensity and number of heavy snowfalls are increasing, and the results of recent researches indicate the occurrence and intensity of the dust phenomenon on the coasts and southern islands of Iran, and this trace of climate change on the country’s climate shows that the country is vulnerable. of global warming and climate change.
The wrong position of the arm can cause a false diagnosis of blood pressure
Have you ever wondered if the way you position your arm during a blood pressure test might affect the results? A new study shows that it absolutely can, and the difference could mean the difference between being healthy and being diagnosed with high blood pressure. Johns Hopkins University researchers have found that common arm positions can significantly distort blood pressure measurements. The study, published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, shows that resting your arm or placing it at your side while taking your blood pressure can increase your blood pressure reading by up to 10 points.
Venture investment of 3202 billion tomans in the innovation ecosystem of the country
According to the annual report of the country’s Venture Investment Association, this association has a registered capital of more than 9 thousand billion Tomans, and the volume of its venture investment has increased to 3202 billion Tomans in 1402, and the amount of facilities provided by the members of the association has increased to 2153 billion Tomans in 1402. . The country’s Venture Investment Association unveiled the annual performance report of its members at Isfahan International Exhibition. This report aims to clearly reflect the state of innovation financing and provide comprehensive statistics and analyzes in the headings of venture capital, facilities, guarantees and financial crowdfunding by the venture capital association.
Iran ranks 17th in artificial intelligence production and 70th in application
The head of the Artificial Intelligence Expert Council said: Iran ranks 17th in the production of artificial intelligence science, but it ranks 70-90 in the field of artificial intelligence application development. On the sidelines of a visit to one of the start-up companies active in the field of education and application of artificial intelligence, Sadegh Khani Ali Akbari said: When a technology has the ability to affect people’s lifestyles and create a new world for humanity, we should also welcome it with strength. Knowing how to create and use artificial intelligence will help us adapt our lifestyles to these new developments.
The presence of Iran among the 5 countries that have nanocatalysts for gasoline production
By producing advanced nanocatalysts for gasoline production, one of the technology companies has placed Iran among the 5 countries that have this technology. Nanocatalysts for gasoline production are one of the most essential and strategic nanocatalysts needed in the country’s refinery industry to produce gasoline with Euro 4 and 5 standards (high octane number). Naphtha reforming nanocatalyst based on nanostructured gamma alumina is one of these materials which is considered a vital and fundamental material for gasoline production in refineries. These types of nanoproducts are used to produce gasoline and aromatics in refineries and have a lifespan of 8 to 10 years.
Earth is a big spaceship!
Both space and Earth habitats rely on closed-loop systems, so Earth is very similar to the International Space Station, only the scale is different. Imagine living in a place where your survival depends on living within certain limits. For example, not consuming more food and energy than you produce, creating enough fresh water and air for life, reducing waste to a minimum, recycling everything you can and avoiding polluting the surrounding environment are among these restrictions. This is what astronauts have to face to some extent on the International Space Station, and what we will face to a great extent in future settlements on the Moon or Mars.
I was getting ready to do an “MRI” when I found out that I won the Nobel Prize in Physics!
2024 Nobel Prize in Physics winner Geoffrey Hinton received a phone call from Stockholm in the early hours of his California hotel room, with multiple Swedish accents assuring him that his Nobel Prize in Physics was real. In this interview, recorded shortly after learning of the award, he talks about the state of machine learning, the urgent need for safety research, and his hope that the award might make people take the fears he expresses more seriously. does
China made a Martian battery
Humans are preparing to land and explore the Red Planet in the coming years, but with limited resources and harsh conditions, the lighter the journey, the better. A major obstacle is a stable power source for bases, rovers, and other equipment needed to explore and inhabit Mars. Because many infrastructures are difficult to transport to Mars, researchers are looking for alternative solutions. Now, a group of scientists from the University of Science and Technology of China have come up with a new solution, which is to build a unique battery that uses the Martian atmosphere as an energy source.
NASA invited gamers to play a space game
NASA is inviting gamers, educators and students to explore a new world inspired by the James Webb Space Telescope in its latest collaboration with the video game maker Minecraft. The program allows participants to experience NASA’s discoveries with interactive modules on the formation of stars, planets and a variety of galaxies, modeled using real images by James Webb.
We do not have native satellite for weather data / provide unlimited satellite data to devices
Referring to the organization’s data archive, the head of the Iranian Space Organization said: “We in the space organization, as a governing body, are ready to provide these data to organizations without restrictions.” Dr. Hassan Salarieh said today at the space technology event, a tool for monitoring weather patterns, which was held on the occasion of the World Space Week, referring to the applications of satellite images in various fields, he stated: Currently, various devices in the country use satellite data and images for They solve the problems of the country.
Video of Storm Milton from the window of the Dragon capsule
NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick has captured spectacular views of Hurricane Milton from the perspective of the Dragon capsule moving toward land. Dominic posted a time-lapse video on his X account yesterday, October 8th, showing Hurricane Milton from the window of SpaceX’s Dragon capsule attached to the International Space Station.
The important molecule of wound healing was discovered
Karolinska Institute and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) researchers have identified an arane molecule that is important for wound healing. This research can have positive consequences for the treatment of wounds that are difficult to repair. This research focuses on the molecular processes effective in wound healing, which regulate the transition from the inflammation phase – a defense mechanism – to the proliferation phase – the formation of new cells to repair the damaged tissue. The research team examined long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) in human skin wounds obtained from tissue samples obtained from Karolinska University Hospital and found a key regulator of wound healing.
Failure to agree to build a weather satellite worth 20 billion and finally buy a radar worth 80 billion!
The head of the Research Institute of Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences announced the cooperation of Iran to build a meteorological satellite and said: This agreement was not accepted by the Meteorological Organization, but the satellite was purchased for 80 billion tomans. Dr. Mehdi Rahnama said today at the space technology event, a tool for monitoring weather patterns, which was held on the occasion of World Space Week: We need satellite images for weather modeling and forecasting, and if we do not have satellite data, forecasts We will not be precise. 60-70% of our numerical models will be through satellite images, and if we have systems that reduce our dependence on the Internet, we can increase the accuracy day by day.
Hunting drones by guided weapons with artificial intelligence
The US Department of Defense has signed a $250 million contract with Southern California-based defense technology and weapons manufacturer Anduril Industries to provide advanced air defense capabilities. As part of this contract, Andoril is obliged to deliver more than 500 Roadrunner-M jet drones to the US Department of Defense. The Roadrunner-M jet drone is a vertical-flying (VTOL) interceptor with high explosive power that can destroy aerial threats.
The winners of Nobel Chemistry 2024 have been announced
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry to David Baker “for computational protein design” and the other half jointly to Demis Hassabis and John M. Jumper (John M. Jumper) donated for protein structure prediction. It should be noted that from 1901 to last year (2023), a total of 115 Nobel Prizes in Chemistry were awarded to 192 scientists, and the oldest and youngest winners of the Nobel Chemistry Prize were 97 and 35 years old, respectively, John Goodenough, 97 years old in 2019, and Frederic Joliot, 35 years old. They won this award in 1935. Two chemists have won this award twice so far.
Khayyam’s 4-day time resolution for imaging terrestrial events/post collaboration with spacemen
The adviser to the head of the Iranian Space Organization said: “Khayyam” satellite’s time resolution is less than 4 days, which means that if an accident occurs somewhere in the country, it can take images within a maximum period of 4 days. Dr. Ali Sadeghi Naini, referring to the applications of Khayyam satellite data, said today at the space technology event, a tool for monitoring weather patterns, which was held on the occasion of World Space Week at the Meteorological Research Institute: This satellite was launched on June 18, 1401. This satellite is equipped with an optical camera with a resolution of one meter and 4 spectral bands and an imaging width of 12.5 km.
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