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Elucidating the brain's white matter

Novel method developed at Hebrew University reveals details of nerve connections in the brain.

Study of 'lazy eye' reveals public health's blind spots

Immigrants and haredi men are at greatest risk of suffering untreated lazy eye, study shows.

Hebrew U Researchers: 'Neurons are much smarter than we thought'

New research using artificial models of brain-like networks suggest neurons are more powerful than previously believed.

Israeli researchers: Astounding results from new COVID treatment

Hebrew University team say new treatment could be key to saving COVID patients. 'All patients were discharged in under a week.'

Experts warn of 1,000 new COVID deaths by end of September

Hebrew University experts who advise the cabinet, correctly predicted 4th wave warn that severe cases are high among the unvaccinated.

Metal pollution: If it's in the air, it'll end up in our bones

Lead found in 12,000-year-old skeletons reflects increasing rates of lead production, toxic exposure, Hebrew University study finds.

Hebrew U ranks 90th among world's top 100 universities

Hebrew University of Jerusalem ranks 90th in the 2021 Academic Ranking of World Universities evaluation of higher education institutions.

Spread of Delta variant is 'unstoppable' says Hebrew U professor

Prof. Gazit blames airport arrivals for new wave, says regulations & vaccines aren't helping enough.

'Vaccine less effective against Delta variant'

Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine seems to be 60-80% effective at preventing infection by Delta variant, Hebrew University's Prof. Nadav Katz says.

Hebrew U prof. accuses Israel of ethnic cleansing and murder

Israeli Arab academic from Hebrew University slanders Israel at University of California event. 'Israel always kills Palestinian civilians.'

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Archaeologists unveil ancient seal impressions

Hebrew University archaeologists unveil 7,000 year old seal impressions used for commerce and protection of property.

Research: Optimism extends life expectancy

Always look on the bright side of life: Hebrew University research finds optimism extends life expectancy among seniors.

Hebrew U: Teaching assistant says 'amen' to 'death to Jews'

Students fume after Hebrew University rejects call to fire teaching assistant who called for death of Jews.

Protein simulation experiments unveil clues on Parkinson’s

New research by Hebrew University and Penn State College of Medicine may allow for development of drugs to treat Parkinson's disease.

Comprehensive study links coronavirus and stroke in young people

Large-scale study finds strong connection between coronavirus and strokes – particularly in younger patients.

Hebrew U. team unveils evidence of 2.6 million-year-old tools

Israeli researchers working at Wonderwerk Cave in South Africa uncover oldest evidence of cave inhabiting hominids ever.

Bad to the Bone: How junk food hurts kids' bones

Hebrew University reveals negative impact of junk food on kids’ skeletal development.

Amazon Hebrew U launch quantum computing research

Hebrew University says it is the first Israeli academic institution to partner with Amazon for quantum research.

Hebrew University, Amazon, establish research agreement

First agreement between Amazon Web Services and an Israeli academic institution to develop quantum technologies is underway.

Study: COVID vaccine protects pregnant mother and fetus

Hadassah Ein Kerem and Hebrew University study finds women, unborn children develop the same antibodies when the mother is vaccinated.

Hebrew U launches Master's program in 'Smart Cities'

Hebrew University launches an international Master’s program in “Smart Cities and Urban Informatics.”

Can understanding constipation help diagnose Parkinson's?

Hebrew University researchers unveil a chain of physiological events that may help provide new methods for disease diagnosis.

Bionic chips to replace animal testing?

Hebrew University researchers develop bionic chips to create cancer-fighting drugs without animal testing.

Hebrew U researchers find radio flares of black hole eating star

For first time, powerful radio flares detected months or years after a black hole destroys a star in unexpected discovery.

Hebrew U Family Medicine head:

'Health Ministry data were intended to cause fear'

Hebrew University Dept of Family Medicine Chairman Prof Amnon Lahad: 'I believe most of them died not from COVID-19, but with COVID-19.'

The hidden side of natural disasters

Hebrew University research discovers the effect of natural disasters on charitable and criminal activity.

An end to invasive biopsies?

Hebrew University researchers advance simple and inexpensive diagnostic blood test.

Does a worm hold the secret to reversing brain damage?

Hebrew University research successfully produces genetically-engineered synapsis, circumventing neural damage.

Hebrew U: Number of serious cases expected to peak this month

New research warns morbidity and mortality rates will continue to rise in coming days despite lockdown and vaccination campaign.

Blue and White minister to join Ya'alon's 'Telem' party

Two new faces have announced their intent to join Ya'alon's Telem party.

Israeli researches discover new bee species

New finding by Hebrew University researchers raises hope for bee habitat conservation amidst declining global bee populations.

Hebrew University experts: Drop in morbidity far off

Experts who advise Coronavirus Cabinet say haredi yeshivas, schools for children over 10 should not reopen after High Holidays.

Can DNA technology help detect cancer?

Hebrew University inches closer to harnessing DNA molecules for disease detection and electronics.

Hebrew U. researchers call for severe restrictions by next week

Team of university researchers says government must take urgent action to prevent ballooning number of patients in serious condition.

Could threat of COVID-19 be reduced to that of the common cold?

Hebrew University research team discovers how SARS-CoV-2 affects the functioning of lung cells, suggesting simple drug could treat COVID-19.

Could new treatment massively reduce dangers of the coronavirus?

New research at Hebrew University and Mount Sinai suggests that common drug could make coronavirus no more dangerous than the common cold.

Shaw Prize in Mathematics goes to Israeli for first time

Prize honors those who "enrich humanity's spiritual civilization."

Did coronavirus lockdown fines change Israelis' behavior?

New survey examines how Israelis' behavior during coronavirus outbreak was influenced by government guidelines.

Hebrew University to increase security for IDF soldiers

IDF soldiers studying in Havatzalot course at Hebrew University to get extra security, after far-left student group releases anti-IDF video.

Hebrew University student group video takes aim at IDF soldiers

Student branch of the communist Hadash party produces video calling for struggle against IDF soldiers.

Confirmed: Loss of smell and taste linked to COVID-19

Global survey of 4,000 coronavirus patients supports link between COVID-19 and loss of smell and taste.

Researchers say economic, cemetery closure policies misguided

Hebrew University researchers argue economy should not be halted, closure policy could be replaced by measures to prevent virus spread.

Israeli team develops faster, cheaper, coronavirus test

Hebrew University researchers develop COVID-19 diagnostic test that uses common lab materials and is 10x faster than other tests.

Hebrew U. researchers find way to predict spread of coronavirus

New model predicts slowing down in rate of coronavirus spread thanks to preventative measures taken by Israel.

1,000 patients in serious condition by end of Passover

Researchers at Hebrew University say the number of hospitalized patients with coronavirus will increase significantly within two weeks.

World’s top math prize awarded to Israeli professor

The Abel Prize, often referred to as the Nobel of Mathematics, recognizes contributions that are of 'extraordinary depth and influence.'

'Israel needs to close off haredi cities'

Hebrew University condemns professor who implied haredim spread coronavirus: 'Embarrassing and racist'

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3,000-year-old temple discovered in southern Israel

Hebrew University team unearths Canaanite temple in Lachish in southern Israel, along with oldest example of Hebrew letter 'samech'.

Hebrew U prof calls for armed militias against "Terror-settlers"

Far-left Hebrew University professor draws fire for calling Israelis in Judea and Samaria 'terror-settlers', calls for armed Arab militias.

Israeli docs strike big blow to 'superbugs'

Hebrew U. team brings hope to patients with life-threatening, drug-resistant infections.

Hebrew U. team finds vaccine has unusual effect on Alzheimer's

Medical research team at Hebrew University finds that TB vaccine may actually be able to prevent Alzheimer's disease.

Large study: Smoking increases risk for gestational diabetes

Pregnant smokers at higher risk for gestational diabetes, Hebrew University study finds.

Anti-Israel academics: 'Many anti-Semites support Zionism'

Israeli, Jewish academics call on French Parliament to reverse 'Anti-Zionism is Anti-Semitism' resolution.

Albert Einstein heads to China

Hebrew University celebrates Einstein’s 140th birthday with special exhibit on Nobel laureate’s life and times.

'Peace Now' professor: 'May lightning strike down IDF soldiers'

Hebrew U prof. calls IDF soldiers 'Jewish terrorists,' hopes 'lightning strikes them down.'

6 Israeli universities among the top 1,000

Hebrew University named best university in Israel, 162nd worldwide, in QS World University Rankings for 2020.

Hebrew U leads Israel in number of PhDs this year

335 students will be awarded, with honorary degrees going to individuals including Miriam Naor, Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin, Judea Pearl.

'Hebrew University is a political incubator for anti-Zionists'

Hebrew University professor calls to boycott Israel-hosted international physics competition.

Hebrew University program bashes Israel, promotes BDS, says NGO

Campus watchdog group reveals recordings from graduate program showing anti-Israel bias, hostility towards students who challenged claims.