In a coordination meeting for the grand 173rd anniversary celebration of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Dr. Mashallah Torabi, the university's public relations director, unveiled comprehensive and innovative programs designed to strengthen the university's identity as one of the country's leading scientific and academic centers, emphasizing a strategic approach to university branding.

The National Science Foundation of Iran, in a ceremony attended by the Vice President for Science and Technology, honored 57 winners of the 9th cycle of the Iran's Top Scientists Program.

Dr. Amirhossein Jafari-Mehdiabad, faculty member of the Psychiatry Department at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, has highlighted the issue of suicide and suicide emergencies. In his remarks, Dr. Jafari emphasized the significant public health burden posed by suicide, particularly among young adults. He underscored the complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to suicidal behavior. Dr. Jafari also discussed the importance of early identification and intervention for individuals at risk, as well as the need for comprehensive suicide prevention strategies that address both individual and community-level factors.

The oral and maxillofacial surgery clinic at Sina Hospital of Tehran University of Medical Sciences offers a comprehensive range of treatments, including surgeries for facial fractures, jaw traumas (e.g., from accidents), various oral and maxillofacial tumors and cancers, facial and jaw reconstruction, and cosmetic facial surgeries.

Dr. Peymaneh Alizadeh Taheri, a renowned professor of pediatrics at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, highlighted the benefits of breastfeeding for both infants and mothers during Breastfeeding Week. She also discussed initiatives undertaken at Bahrami Children's Hospital to promote breastfeeding.

In this TUMS History episode, Dr. Reza Faridi Majidi, Dean of the School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, highlighted the school's outstanding achievements, active research groups, and advanced educational infrastructure. He also emphasized the school's significant contributions to research, patents, international collaborations, and its pivotal role in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Arman Zargaran, Director of International Development at the International Affairs Office of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, announced a record number of international student admissions in a recent episode of TUMS Plus . Noting that the university had already reached its highest-ever enrollment of international students in 2021, Dr. Zargaran stated that this upward trend continued in the first semester of 2023, with 239 international students admitted. This significant increase is also evident in specialized and subspecialty programs. Dr. Zargaran highlighted the improvement in standards and indicators for international student recruitment, emphasizing the significant achievements of the International Affairs Office of Tehran University of Medical Sciences in this area.

A press conference was held on Saturday, November 26, 2024, to announce the first art festival and second scientific conference on antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic stewardship. The event, attended by the Chancellor of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, infectious diseases specialists and media representatives, underscored the critical need for education and awareness to combat the global crisis of antimicrobial resistance.

In this episode of TUMS Q&A, we explore the impact of exercise on preventing osteoporosis at different ages. Two types of exercise can be effective in preventing osteoporosis. Combining these two types of exercise can help maintain and strengthen bone mass. > Weight-bearing exercises, such as running, hiking, and jumping rope. These types of exercises increase bone density due to their positive effects on bones. Research shows that the stress placed on bones during physical activity helps stimulate bone tissue production. > Strength training involves using weights or body weight. Exercises like swimming and squats are among the simple exercises that can be easily performed. These exercises strengthen muscles and consequently increase bone strength.

The latest episode of TUMS Tech unveiled OncoPore, a groundbreaking device for cancer surgery. Developed through a joint collaboration between distinguished experts from the University of Tehran and Tehran University of Medical Sciences, this innovative device represents a new era in complex surgeries for cancer patients.OncoPore is an advanced device that plays a vital role in complex cancer surgeries. It empowers surgeons to target cancer cells with greater precision, accelerating patient recovery. This scientific innovation, symbolizing collaboration and technological advancement in Iran, paves the way for more advanced treatments and increased hope for cancer patients.