Hebrew University of Jerusalem
“Using an educational platform for the benefit of political coercion is wrong and contrary to the Council for Higher Education’s regulations,” says Im Tirtzu CEO.
New protein-based biosensor detects potato and tomato crop disease
It uses genetic engineering and artificial intelligence to detect agricultural damage with an eye towards global food insecurity.
Israel a world leader in volunteering, ahead of the US, Switzerland, study finds
The ultra-Orthodox sector, in particular, reports the highest volunteering rate, with as many as 60% engaging in such activity on a regular basis.
“My father dreamed of Jerusalem as a child,” said Elisha Wiesel, “but I don’t think he ever imagined that he would walk those streets one day in a reborn State of Israel.”
Hebrew University researchers were able to identify and block a novel mechanism for antibiotic-induced kidney damage using a chip combining electro-optic sensors and human tissue.
Meta’s choice is proof of our institution’s scientific excellence, said Itzik Goldwaser, CEO of Yissum, the school’s technology transfer company.
Israel approves $18 million for Albert Einstein Museum at Hebrew University
Einstein’s scientific achievements “continue to impact all of our lives, from lasers and nuclear energy to GPS and space travel,” says the university’s president.
Israelis lead international hunt for innovative cancer treatments
The CanceRNA consortium will initially focus on treating acute myeloid leukemia, which is related to pediatric cancer, and uveal melanoma.
Participants will share knowledge on gun violence, bullying and cyberbullying, youth suicide and substance abuse, as well as hate against religious minorities, with a focus on anti-Semitism.
Three Israeli schools place in top 100 on Shanghai ranking of global universities
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem was Israel’s top-ranked school at 77th on the list, up from 90th place in 2021.
The baths, uncovered during a Hebrew University excavation, are located in an area that housed ancient Jerusalem’s elites, according to researchers.
“Tell me how can you not help the victims of such aggression?”