Researchers in Weizmann University of Science in Rehovot have developed a method that, it is hoped, will enable the growth of a new kidney in the bodies of those waiting for kidney transplants. Results of the tests, carried out by Prof. Yair Reisner and Dr. Benny Dekel, were published today in Nature Medicine. The process has already succeeded in mice, but another year or more of research is required before tests can be carried out on people. Some 50,000 people are awaiting kidney transplants in the U.S. alone, and 2,000 died this past year while waiting...
The communities of Gush Etzion have grown by 117 new families in the two-plus years since the Oslo War started. Alon Shvut heads the list with 63 new families; Bat Ayin's population grew by 17 families, Tekoa - 14, and Karmei Tzur - 13…
The site of Hammat Gader on the southern tip of the Golan has once again instituted hours for separate swimming for men and women. In deference to a request by Tourism Minister Rabbi Yitzchak Levy (NRP) during a recent visit, Sunday nights from 6-10 PM will be reserved for "modest" swimming. Over 250 people took part in the men's swimming hours last night, the first night of the new arrangement. Half-a- million people visited Hammat Gader last year…
The communities of Gush Etzion have grown by 117 new families in the two-plus years since the Oslo War started. Alon Shvut heads the list with 63 new families; Bat Ayin's population grew by 17 families, Tekoa - 14, and Karmei Tzur - 13…
The site of Hammat Gader on the southern tip of the Golan has once again instituted hours for separate swimming for men and women. In deference to a request by Tourism Minister Rabbi Yitzchak Levy (NRP) during a recent visit, Sunday nights from 6-10 PM will be reserved for "modest" swimming. Over 250 people took part in the men's swimming hours last night, the first night of the new arrangement. Half-a- million people visited Hammat Gader last year…