University of Haifa

Two Israeli universities rank in Asia’s Top 20

Israel's universities make an exceptional performance in Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2016.

Nakba counter-protest 'banned' at Haifa University

Lavi group promises to get MKs involved, after school threatens those who protest anti-Israel event - even by just waving the flag.

Beautiful ancient scarab seal discovered near Haifa

Beautifully-preserved seal from 17-18th Centuries BCE was owned by a senior Egyptian official of equivalent rank to Joseph in the Bible.

Study shows birth defects result of Haifa air pollution

Due to high levels of air pollution babies are born 20-30 percent smaller and with smaller heads. Also cause for high rate of cancer.

Five years on, revisiting the Carmel Fire; what have we learned?

Many people are still not aware of the damage of throwing a cigarette out the window, or forgetting to properly smother a campfire.

Joe Lieberman: Media exaggerates Obama-Netanyahu hostility

Former leading Democrat says final 14 months of Obama Admin will see improved ties; launches fierce criticism of White House policy.

Half of Israelis Willing to Share Emails to Combat Cyber Attacks

Fear of cyber attacks against Israel is high, with over half of citizens willing to share online activity with gov't for security purposes.

Israeli Study: Breastfeeding Lowers Leukemia Risk

Haifa University scientists urge public to accept breastfeeding after breastfed babies found to 19% lower leukemia risk.

'Nakba Day' Demonstrations Held at Israeli Universities

Pro-Israel group Im Tirzu counters demonstrations against Israel's existence with 'Nakba Nonsense' campaign.

Arutz Sheva interview

'Wretched Politicians Hide What the Palestinians Really Think'

Director of pioneering new research explains 'people think they get the Palestinians, but they have no idea - and that has to change.'

Haifa University Arabs Observe Moment of Silence for 'Martyrs'

Arab students spend their days looking for provocations against Israel instead of studying,' says Zionist student group Im Tirtzu.

Haifa University Cancels Convicted Terrorist's Lecture

Haifa University cancels planned lecture by convicted terrorist Mohammed Canaana, cites fear that it would cause unrest.

Strike for the Future: Students Outraged Over Internship Fiasco

Threatened with joblessness, students from one of Israel's most highly sought-after degrees push back.

Professor Responds with Sarcasm to Left-Wing Boycott

Nobel Prize winner on not getting honorary degree due to right-wing views. Professors’ group: this is bad for Haifa U, not for Aumann.

Bennett: Who Needs Haifa U's Honorary Doctorate?

Economy Minister unfazed over Haifa University's refusal to give Prof. Aumann an honorary doctorate. "We'll get over it."

Shaked to Haifa University: Where is Freedom of Expression?

MK Ayelet Shaked appeals to the board of Haifa U. over decision to reject the degree of Professor Aumann due to his political views.

MK Ohayon: Haifa U's Conduct is Inappropriate

MK Ohayon to demand urgent discussion over Haifa U's refusal to grant doctorate to Professor Aumann for political reasons.

Haifa University Rejects Nobel-Winning Professor Over Politics

University board reportedly refuses to grant doctorate to Nobel Prize Winner Yisrael Aumann over pro-Zionist views.

'World's Oldest' Wine Cellar Uncovered in Galilee

Archaeologists have uncovered what may be the world's oldest known wine cellar in Northern Israel - more than 3,700 years old.

A Norwegian Diplomat Who Only Harms HIs Country's Image

Almagor to Haifa U: What About Helping Victims of Terror?

Head of the Almagor terror victims association responds to report that Haifa University's legal clinics assist terrorists.

Research Links ADHD, Organizational, Motor Coordination Deficits

Technion and University of Haifa researchers have discovered a link between ADHD, organizational deficits and motor coordination problems.

Haifa U Bans Public Events After Arabs Mourn Hamas Terrorist

Haifa University has suspended all public activity on campus, after Arab students held a “memorial service” for Ahmed Jaabari

University of Haifa Denounces Students who Mourned Jaabari

The University of Haifa denounces a group of its students who mourned the loss of Hamas arch-terrorist Ahmed Jaabari.

As 3 Die in Israel, Arab University Students Mourn Jaabari

As the south was being hit with hundreds of rockets, a group of university students took time to mourn the loss of a terrorist mastermind

Gas Leaks Discovered Under Haifa Bay

A geophysics research team from Haifa University has discovered a series of active gas springs on the sea floor under Haifa Bay.

Less Trust than Ever Among Israelis in MKs, Ministers

Whatever little trust Israelis had in the Knesset and the politicians that populate it is quickly dissipating.

Haifa U Blocks Subversive Arab Event

Arab students wanted to mark "Nakba Day" on campus but the university cancelled the event at the last moment.

Jewish Students: Arabs Made Fun of Yom Hashoa Sirens

Jewish students complained that Arab students made noise, whistled, shrieked, and laughed as sirens sounded on Yom Hashoa last week

Haifa U Cancels Event Marking Three Years Since Cast Lead

Haifa University cancels event marking the third anniversary of Operation Cast Lead after organizers call it "fascist" and "a massacre".

No Anthem – No Money, According to Proposed Law

MK Alex Miller opts for legislative persuasion after Haifa and Hebrew universities decline to play national anthem.

Israel’s Anthem Missing During Official University Ceremony

Haifa University's law students graduated on Thursday without singing Israel's national anthem. University: We're investigating.

Sofer: "No Dispute Between Netanyahu and Obama."

Professor Arnon Sofer of Haifa University says Israel is already at 1967 lines in practice; Asks, "What's the big fuss?"

Poll: Majority of Israeli Arabs Oppose Existence of Jewish State

Two thirds of Israeli Arabs say they are opposed to Israel's continued existence as a Jewish and Zionist state, a poll by Haifa University said.

Left-Wing ‘McCarthy’ MK Bans ‘Racist’ Ben-Ari

Left-Wing MK Gal-On forced Haifa U. to cancel a joint appearance with Nationalist MK Ben-Ari, whom she called a racist. ”She is like McCarthy".

Israeli Students World Champs in Debate

A debate duo from Haifa University takes first place in the World Universities Debating Championship.

Nationalists Jeered but Zouabi Spoke at Haifa U After All

A loud Zionist protest greeted Zouabi after university canceled a planned political event but then allowed her to speak at a lecture hall.

Study: Almond Flowers Produce a Poison Seductive to Bees

Researchers at the University of Haifa-Oranim investigate why almond trees produce poison, when the purpose of flower nectar is to attract bees.

121 Students Get Scholarships in Name of 121 Fallen Soldiers

The University of Haifa will present 121 memorial scholarships in the name of the 121 Israeli soldiers who fell in the Second Lebanon War.

Israel's Newly Discovered Spider Not Itsy-Bitsy

The Cerbalus aravensis spends the hottest months of the year in the scorching dunes of the Sands of Samar, but its habitat is being threatened.

J&J Drug Awards Haifa Professor for Parkinson’s Research

The giant J&J drug firm has awarded a Haifa U. scientist for her breakthrough research concerning brain cell damage in Parkinson’s disease.

Israeli Scientists Discover 'Self-Watering' Desert Plant

Scientists discovered that a rare desert plant waters itself, enabling it to receive 16 times the amount of rainwater that falls on it each year.