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Greece
Athens Metro Second in Pickpocket Complaints in the World
Athens has the second worst reputation for pickpocketing in the world according to tourists, new research reveals.
Environment
Existence of Loch Ness Monster ‘Plausible,’ Scientists Say
The discovery of new fossils is leading British scientists to conclude that the past existence of a Loch Ness monster was "plausible."
The suggestion came after researchers found fossils of small plesiosaurs, long-necked marine reptiles from the age of dinosaurs,...
Archaeology
Researchers Discover Crusades Era Grenades in Jerusalem
Researchers have discovered grenades that were used in the time of the Crusades within the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem. In a recent study, the remains of elements of the grenades were analyzed and explosive materials were...
Medicine
Alzheimer’s Vaccine, Treatment Closer to Becoming Reality
Recent medical research suggests that a vaccine and treatment for the dreaded disease of Alzheimer's may not be far off.
The study, which involved research in mice, was conducted by researchers from the University of Leicester, the University Medical Center...
Health
Innovative Face Mask Can Detect COVID-19 in Minutes
Researchers from MIT and Harvard University created recently a wearable face mask that could offer a COVID-19 diagnosis in approximately 90 minutes.
Diaspora
Greek Scientists Behind Breakthrough Leukemia Treatment
Two acclaimed Greek scientists are leading the research on a breakthrough drug to treat a rare type of leukemia.
Greek News
Acclaimed Greek Scientist Makes Breakthrough Discovery on Obesity
A lab observation during a cancer research project by acclaimed Greek geneticist Dr Constantine Stratakis discovered key brain mechanisms related to obesity.
Education
University of West Attica Unveils Post-Pandemic Goals And Challenges in Higher Education
The newly established University of West Attica (UNIWA), headquartered near the iconic archaeological site of Plato's Academy in Athens, is setting early post-pandemic goals with an emphasis on extroversy, research and innovation as it plans to attract more students...
Archaeology
Ancient Greek History Revived Through Pioneering Virtual Reality Project
Should you feel tempted to experience a breathtaking virtual reality revival of the major Bronze Age eruption of the volcano of Santorini, the siege of the ancient city of Rhodes in 304 B.C. or the discovery of the Antikythera...
Environment
Greek Trials for New Covid-19 Plasma Treatment Show Promise
A new treatment for Covid-19 which the blood plasma Of those who have survived the virus is reported to have improved the condition of 10 patients, with Greek researchers currently conducting further trials.
The technique itself involves collecting the plasma...