News for Bar Ilan University An achievement for medical cannabis researchersResearchers at Bar Ilan U, in collaboration with CANN-IL, record significant progress in developing disease-resistant cannabis strains. Bar-Ilan University researchers identify non-coding RNA molecule in trypanosome parasitesNewly-discovered molecule may facilitate the development of drugs to treat, and prevent the spread of, various diseases. Could aspirin help prevent coronavirus infection among heart patients?Aspirin use for cardiovascular disease may reduce likelihood of COVID-19 infection, new study shows. Bar-Ilan University offers COVID-19 vaccinations on campusMDA teams up with Bar-Ilan University to offer coronavirus vaccinations on campus. Delayed medical treatment of high-impact injuries: A lesson from the Syrian civil warProviding humanitarian medical treatment to victims of Syrian civil war, researchers find delayed surgical intervention may improve outcome. BIU study: Previously ill patients react well to single vaccineBar-Ilan University/Ziv Medical Center study: One dose of COVID-19 vaccine provokes strong immune response in those previously infected. Bar Ilan University claimed by two different citiesNow a committee has recommended splitting the campus between two jurisdictions - and both mayors protest. Israeli study: Small number of autonomous vehicles improves traffic flowBar Ilan U researchers find traffic flow greatly improves with the addition of just a small number of autonomous vehicles on the road. Israeli Study: Vitamin D level associated with risk of COVID-19 infectionLow plasma 25(OH) vitamin D level is associated with increased risk of COVID-19 infection, Israeli study finds. Magnetic memory states go exponentialNewly-discovered ability to stabilize, control, number of magnetic states may allow multi-level magnetic memory with many states per cell. From 43 teams, Israel only non-US winner in neuroscience data competitionBar-Ilan University neuroscientists among four winners of data competition. Study: Older adults' perception of aging may be more important than chronological ageCOVID-19 loneliness linked to elevated psychiatric symptoms in older adults. Home of innovation and entrepreneurship attracts top quality business studentsWhat better place to study business and entrepreneurship than the home of the most successful hi-tech startups the world has ever witnessed? Dr. Mordechai Kedar will not be punished for Rabin commentsBar Ilan University ends proceedings against Dr. Mordechai Kedar after he claimed Yigal Amir did not kill Yitzhak Rabin.'Disciplining Mordechai Kedar violates academic freedom'Association for Civil Rights in Israel calls on Bar Ilan University to cancel disciplinary actions over claims on Rabin assassination. Kedar summoned to disciplinary committee over Rabin claimsBar-Ilan University summons Dr. Mordechai Kedar to disciplinary committee over his claim Yigar Amir did not kill PM Yitzhak Rabin. Bar Ilan U cancels demand to dress modestly, wear kippaUniversity changes student rules, which had called to wear kippot in Judaism classes, "avoid wearing revealing apparel" on campus. Nobel Prize winner receives medical research awardAs Nobel Prize winners are announced, Bar-Ilan University honors a previous recipient. With silicon chips, the slower, the betterNew research by Bar Ilan University combines sound and light waves in silicon chips to create a new type of signal processing. These college students are discovering Israel and their futuresBar-Ilan University labs abuzz with US undergrads participating in Ninth Annual Internship Program. 6 Israeli universities among the top 1,000Hebrew University named best university in Israel, 162nd worldwide, in QS World University Rankings for 2020. New app to help tourists learn about Greek's Jewish pastBar-Ilan University researchers developing app to commemorate Greek Jewish communities destroyed during the Holocaust. New study proves intestinal bacteria grow in pregnant womenBar-Ilan researchers discover that bacteria 'sense' pregnancy and the need to assist babies in breaking down the sugar in mother's milk. These ADHD medications may predict future antidepressant useChildhood methylphenidate treatment predicts antidepressant use during adolescence, study shows. Researchers identify the beneficial role of sleepSleep increases chromosome dynamics that clear out DNA damage accumulated during waking hours. Growing criticism of polyamory event at Bar Ilan UniversityReligious Zionist university ramps up security ahead of the scheduled conference highlighting open marriages amid demonstrations, petitions. 'Heart of the Parasha' with Rabbi Lundin at Bar-Ilan UniversityEvery week at Bar-Ilan University hundreds convene for weekly Torah lessons by Rabbi Haggai Lundin in cooperation with Kollel Organization. Bar Ilan's first Nigerian student aims to reduce poverty at homeBar-Ilan University's first Nigerian international MBA student launches business venture aimed at alleviating poverty in Africa. New study looks to create more effective cancer detectionIsraeli company works with Bar-Ilan University to develop innovative method for diagnosis and treatment of cancer. How body temperature influences SIDSNew link between sleep arousals and body temperature may also be connected to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Many Yazidi women traumatized by ISIS tortureYazidi women suffer from high percentage of C-PTSD, study shows. How many Tunisian Jews were murdered in the Holocaust?New study reveals number of Tunisian Jews murdered in Holocaust much higher than previously thought. Bar Ilan co-ed thrown out of class for refusing to remove hijabLecturer removes student from classroom for refusing to remove Islamic head-covering. University says lecturer's behavior 'unacceptable.' Israeli researchers target, shrink metastasized growthsBar Ilan researchers discover enzyme supporting metastatic cells, develop compound to eliminate them. Report claims Israeli education among worst in developed worldA damning report lists a number of statistics. Israeli teachers earn little, work many hours in small and overcrowded classrooms. Truck driver killed in bridge collapse: Elichai TederiDriver killed after pedestrian bridge collapsed on truck identified as 58-year-old Elchai Tederi of Holon. Scientists: Protect Gulf of Aqaba coral reefs from pollutionNew study finds coral reefs in the Gulf of Aqaba may survive global warming. Hungarian Government Honors Bar-Ilan University PresidentRecognized for his 'manifold and committed activities to strengthen Hungarian-Israeli academic and social relations'. Top Israeli scientists team up with US undergradsStudents gain hands-on lab experiences in Bar Ilan University - including unthinkables such as converting one cell into another. What was learned from the 2nd Lebanon War?10 years after the 2006 Lebanon War, Bar Ilan University holds a conference dealing with the consequences and conclusions. We must not become an Arab and undemocratic stateJustice Minister Ayelet Shaked spoke at Bar Ilan University on the definition of a Jewish and democratic state. 'Israel is a Scientific Power'Bar Ilan University takes part in the EU's annual Researchers’ Night, showcasing its science faculty to many interested Israelis. Bar Ilan Caves In – Gay Event is OnReligious university agreed to allow 'gay pride' event in central square of campus, reversing earlier decision. Support for Bar Ilan U's Veto of Gay EventIn the face of liberal condemnation, Prof. Hillel Weiss says he's proud of the university's decision.Bar Ilan U Nixes Public 'Gay' EventReligious university refuses pro-homosexuality public on campus event planned for June 22. PA: Talks 'Only on Two-State Solution' BasisThe PA officially announced Wednesday night that it was hoping to renew talks with Israel, regardless of who was Prime Minister. Conference: No Need to Reconcile Torah, ScienceJerusalem College of Technology Conference sheds fascinating light on current philosophic and practical aspects of Judaism and Science. Bar Ilan U. to Dedicate Room for Muslim PrayersFollowing request from Muslim student, Bar Ilan University's administration agrees to set aside one room for Muslim prayers. Aumann: PM Wrong on Iran DangerNobel Prize winner tells students that Prime Minister Netanyahu has got his priorities wrong on Iran, Palestinian Authority. Ben-Ari Tells Leftist He'd Trade Him for SchalitHeated debate between former MK Ben-Ari and far-left Oppenheimer of Peace Now at Bar Ilan University conference on release of terrorists. Bar Ilan Business School to Discuss Social JusticeAre Israeli corporations "socially responsible?" A Bar-Ilan conference explores the consequences of the social justice protests Appointment of Hershkowitz ApprovedBar Ilan board unanimously approves the appointment of former Minister Rabbi Prof. Daniel Hershkowitz as president of the university. Bar-Ilan U: Live in Israel, Study in EnglishBar-Ilan University's Intl. B.A. Programs present aspiring students with new options for studying in Israel in English.Hershkowitz to Head Bar Ilan?Channel 2 says former Science and Technology Minister will replace Prof. Moshe Kaveh. Bar Ilan's 'Harassment of Arabs' Brochure – GoneArutz Sheva exposed brochure which presented UN claims that Jews molest Arab women in Judea, Samaria Israel's New ‘Stealthy Fiber Optic Communications’Two Israeli university professors and a PhD candidate have created a concept for “stealthy fiber optic communications.” Bar Ilan U. Brochure: Settlers Molest Arab WomenRackman Center booklet promotes UN document that includes libel about Jews who sexually harass Arabs in Judea and Samaria. |
