Tag: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Hebrew U. Poll Finds 53% of Israelis Expect Things to Get Worse for European...
“This survey reveals the urgency of studying the multidimensionality of Israeli-European relation."
Hebrew U. Ranks 90th Out of World’s Top 100 Universities, No. 1 in Israel
Three Israeli academic institutions—HU, Technion, and Weizman—are the only Middle-Eastern higher education institutions in the top 100.
UAE Food and Water Minister Talks Tomatoes with Hebrew U’s Agriculture Experts
Al-Muhairi's strategy is to see UAE's place on the Global food security index advance from 31st to first place by 2051.
Hebrew U. 25th in Communications, 30th in Law, in Prestigious Academic Ranking
The global Shangai Ranking of Academic Subjects) reveals that Hebrew University has maintained its status and even improved in several departments.
Hebrew U. Appoints Arab Woman as Vice President
Khoury-Kassabri will be charged with implementing the university’s strategic priorities, among them raising the social, economic, and environmental impact of the university.
On Earth Day, Hebrew U. Launches Academic Center for Green Sustainability
The center will promote research initiatives alongside the university’s “Green Campus” sustainability programs.
Weizmann Institute Uncovers Secret of Hunger Switch in the Brain
A 3D structure reveals how a unique molecular switch in our brain causes us to feel full – and may help develop improved anti-obesity drugs.
Hebrew U to Offer Rapid Corona Testing for All Returning Students
These tests will be free of charge for the first month of school.
German Fund Gives $13 Million of Nazi War Profits to Hebrew U to Research...
The Alfred Landecker Foundation was established by the Reimann family in June 2019 to atone for their father and grandfather's war crimes.
Israeli Tech Consortium to Use Artificial Intelligence in Genome Editing
“The CRISPR-IL consortium will enable Israeli industry to be at the forefront of genome editing worldwide."
Jerusalem’s Hebrew U Moving to Online Courses, Postpones Semester by One Week due to...
The Hebrew University said it is well prepared for crisis events and has – aside from the online courses – arranged for some staff to be able to work from home.
Extreme Leftist Israeli Jurist Elected Chair of UN Human Rights Committee
In 2013, Prof. Shany evaluated the Israeli judicial system on YouTube – we believe his views foretell a worse scrutiny of Israel by the UNHRC in the next 18 months.
Hebrew U. Analysis Links Acetaminophen in Pregnancy to Autism
Researchers at the Hebrew University found a link between prolonged use of drugs containing acetaminophen (paracetamol or Tylenol) during pregnancy, and increased risk of autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.
Hebrew U. Scientists Use Stem Cells to Generate Atlas of Human Genome
Human gene atlas opens up new avenues for studying cancer and genetic disorders.
Hebrew University Researcher: Terahertz Computer Chip Now Within Reach
To date, two major challenges have stood in the way of creating the terahertz microchip: overheating and scalability.
Leftwing Party Chief Zahava Gal-On Leaves Knesset
Last month, Gal-On, the first director general of anti-Zionist NGO B'Tselem, was spared a vote to oust her from the chairmanship in her party's national convention.
Hebrew U Launches World’s Largest Jewish Art Index
The online Bezalel Narkiss Index of Jewish Art preserves the rich artistic heritage of the Jewish people throughout time and across the globe.
Thursday Supreme Court Justice Salim Joubran Went Home
Joubran remained all alone when he objected to the suspension of MK Hanin Zuabi from the Knesset for inappropriate public conduct (she spat at Police, among other things) – four Jewish judges approved the temporary removal.
Jerusalem Youth Peace Summit Opens with Interfaith Prayer
75 Jewish, Christian, and Muslim youth from around the world gathered at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem on Sunday for a unique summit, answering Pope Francis' call to create a culture of encounter for peace.
Israeli Scientists Offer Simple Test to Identify Diseases from Dying Cells
Prof. Yuval Dor and Dr. Ruth Shemer received the Kaye Innovation Award for developing a way to detect specific tissue damage from a blood sample. It can save lives.
Hebrew U to Build Impenetrable National Quantum Communications System
Research at Israel’s leading quantum science center paves the way for massive improvements in computation speed and secure communication.
Need Experts to Denigrate the Six Day War Miracle? Have We Got a List...
Daniel Bar-Tal, Emeritus Professor at the School of Education at Tel Aviv University, Areas of expertise: Militarism in Israeli society; Culture and ethos of Conflict
Statement of the Hebrew University Regarding Playing the Anthem at Academic Ceremonies
At every State ceremony held at the Hebrew University, the national anthem of Israel is played as is customary.
Rare Prehistoric Slab Discovered on Highway 38
The manager of the excavation says the stone is a “rare and very special discovery” since only about ten similar slabs from this period have been found.
Birmingham University: British Student Killed in Mysterious, Tragic Circumstances
British media and Birmingham University have made a point of avoiding mention of the terrorism aspect of the murder.
Hebrew University Launches Cannabis Research Center
The Center’s research will focus on the areas of Cancer; Pain; Inflammation & Stress Management; Immunity; Metabolism; Drug Delivery & Nanotechnology; Pharmaceutical Chemistry; Neuroscience; and Plant Science & Genetics.
High Iodine Deficiency Found in Israel’s First National Survey
High risk of impaired neurological development of fetuses; 62% of school-age children and 85% of pregnant women have low iodine intakes.
Science Brings Good Old Flavor Back to Tomatoes
Israeli researchers join international team mapping tomatoes’ chemistry and genetics to reintroduce taste traits lost over 50 years of breeding.
Ancient Jars Found in Judea Reveal Earth’s Magnetic Field is Fluctuating, Not Diminishing
Tel Aviv University, Hebrew U., UC San Diego researchers: New evidence says geomagnetic force 'spiked' in 8th century BCE