Israeli findings on parasites could protect endangered species Research highlights parasites’ potential positive impact on ecosystems. Pesach Benson Aug. 6, 2023
University of Haifa researchers win National Geographic grant to track sharks The $100,000 will help scientists study why the creatures thrive in the eastern Mediterannean despite climate change. July 18, 2023
In first, rare seal makes landfall on Israel’s shore: Watch A member of an endangered species, the seal is protected by Nature and Park Authority volunteers until it decides to return to sea. Eran Itzkovitch May 14, 2023
3D-printing method may curb reef devastation plaguing coral ecosystems “We introduce a novel, customizable three-dimensional interface for producing scalable structures, utilizing real data collected from coral ecosystems,” explains Ph.D. student Natalie Levy. April 29, 2022
University of Haifa receives $16 million to tackle marine, ecological developments This project will begin with an initial focus on waterways in general and on the Mediterranean in particular. Jan. 10, 2022
Deep-sea shark discovery in Israel sheds light on understanding of marine ecosystems An initiative towards achieving the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, specifically focuses on SDG14: “Life Below Water,” which is aimed at saving the ocean and its biodiversity, and increasing marine-protected areas. Aug. 13, 2021
Israeli researcher named National Geographic Society ‘Emerging Explorer’ Aviad Scheinin joins the ranks of an elite group of dedicated scientists and educators that include ground-breaking individuals like Jacques Cousteau and Jane Goodall. June 1, 2021
On Earth Day, delving into Israel’s ‘overlooked’ sea For years, it has been viewed as a shipping route, a source for marine resources, a beachside resort, even a possible garbage dump, says Professor Ilana Berman-Frank of the University of Haifa. Jacob Kamaras April 21, 2021
University of Haifa to take part in research aiming to communicate with whales The project, estimated to last at least five years, will combine expertise from marine biology, acoustics, artificial intelligence and linguistics. April 21, 2021
