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Greek researcher found the real age of ancient retroviruses
[:el] Retroviruses probably evolved roughly half a billion years ago, according to a study led by a Greek researcher. This new study makes this medically and economically important group of viruses five times older than scientists previously thought. Retroviruses are a family of viruses that...
How to improve the quality of scientific research
[:el] An international team of experts has produced a “manifesto” setting forth steps to improve the quality of scientific research. John Ioannidis is the senior author of the article, which was published in the inaugural issue of Nature Human Behavior. He is the Director of the Prevention...
Greek scientist grew part of the human stomach in laboratory
[:el] Scientists looking to understand human stomach diseases can now use an artificially grown tissue designed to recreate the normal processes of the organ such as producing acids and other digestive enzymes. In a study featured in the journal Nature, researchers from the Cincinnati Children’s...
11 Greek beaches among Europe’s 50 best beaches
Greece has some of the best beaches in Europe, according to The Sunday Times. The newspaper published the list with Europe’s 50 best beaches. Among them 11 Greek beaches are featured. See the beautiful Greek beaches chosen: 1. Agni Bay, Corfu, Ionian Islands The crowds flock to...
A Greek beach in the top 25 in the world
[:el]From the idyllic white sands and sensuous turquoise waters of Bora Bora to the windswept grandeur of the rocky coast of Wales, the world’s beaches are a source of inspiration and solace, recreation and relaxation. Passport Magazine published the list with 25 choices for the best...
Greek island in the top 10 secret places to go before everyone else
[:el] The Australian website news.com.au published a list with the top 10 secret destinations to go before everyone else. The list tops a Greek island. As the article mentions, when most people think of Greek islands, they think of Santorini. But its neighbour to the northwest in...
A Greek destination among the 52 places to go in 2017
[:el] There are thousands of getaways to explore this year. New York Times made a list to offer its readers some ideas to get them started. 52 places worth being in your bucket list and a Greek destination is featured in the 28th place. In addition,...
Greek is the new deputy assistant to Donald Trump
[:el] President-elect Donald Trump announced on Wednesday the “first wave of additional White House staff” who will assist incoming White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus and his deputy, Katie Walsh, in running the day-to-day operations of the West Wing. George Gigicos, who has served...
Greek island among the 13 best secret islands on Earth
[:el] Business Insider claims that there are still gems hidden all around the globe, if you know where to look. T+L editors have done the hunting to uncover secret islands where you can truly unwind. Whatever your daydream, you’ll find a destination to match by...
The new Apple ad features Mani
[:el] Apple has released a new ad for the iPhone 7 Plus, that takes place in Greece and more specifically in Mani. The shooting was made in 2 Greek villages, Oitilo and Karavostasi. The video is entitled “Take Mine” and is focusing on the Portrait...