Faranak Saghatchi

Department of Radiology, School of Paramedical Sciences, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran.

[ 1 ] - The Impact of Low Level X-rays on Biosynthesis of Gold Nanoparticles by Actinobacteria

Background; Gold nanoparticles (GNPs) play an important role in medical, health and environmental applications. All kinds of microorganisms were found to be able to synthesize GNPs. The optimization of laboratory conditions for achieving more economical benefits of mass production has been studied widely. Methods;This study assesses the enhancing effect of low-level X-rays on the biosynthesis ...

[ 2 ] - Natural Gamma Radiation in Primary Schools of Zanjan Province

Background: Environmental gamma ray refers to the gamma radiation from terrestrial sources and building materials. In enclosed spaces radiation can become a health hazard leading to potential increase in the rates of lung cancer. The goal of this study is to assess the exposure to natural gamma radiation of children in the schools of Zanjan province. Method:The natural gamma radiation was asse...