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Uncovering the secret of the hunger switch in the brain

A 3D structure reveals how a unique molecular switch in our brain causes us to feel full – and may help develop improved anti-obesity drugs.

Amazon Hebrew U launch quantum computing research

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

New study shows vaccine effective against South African variant

Study from TA University, Clalit Research Institute, shows Pfizer vaccine protects, but less, against South African coronavirus strain.

Holocaust survivors more likely to suffer heart disease, cancer

Study offers basis for closely monitoring people who experienced trauma early in life & the impact it can have on long-term health.

New study: AstraZeneca vaccine 79% effective

Large trial including over 32,000 participants shows AstraZeneca vaccine to be 79% effective.

Researchers identify molecule which may help treat illnesses

Newly-discovered molecule may facilitate the development of drugs to treat, and prevent the spread of, various diseases.

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.

Could aspirin help prevent coronavirus infection?

Aspirin use for cardiovascular disease may reduce likelihood of COVID-19 infection, new study shows.

Research: Breastmilk antibodies effective against coronavirus

New research analyzes antibody levels and quality in newly-vaccinated nursing mothers, with important results.

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.

Has a drug been found for coronavirus?

Montreal research team discovers age-old drug may be effective against COVID-19.

Nearly one-third of coronavirus patients readmitted to hospital

New study shows increased risk of respiratory, cardiovascular, problems for recovered coronavirus patients.

Why you should take The Vaccine

Misinformation and fearmongering must not be allowed to prevent us from ending the pandemic. A response to an op-ed published on Arutz Sheva

Congress to see Pentagon UFO research

The newest aid bill from Congress requires USA military to publicize UFO research.

Evidence does not equal evidence

Not all items of evidence are equal, but some are more equal than others.Don't make big life decisions based on someone's opinion.

Study: Face masks can increase danger of COVID infection

Research showed that masks alter manner of inhalation and promote respiration of Covid-19-carrying aerosols.

New study reveals soaring levels of anxiety linked to lockdown

Around 1 in 10 Israelis reported severe anxiety in pre-epidemic period, as compared to almost 1 in 3 now.

New study: Lockdown has no significant impact on COVID mortality

Study based on data from 160 countries, recommends "increasing population resilience with better physical fitness."

At least 12,706 mutations of Covid-19 identified so far

Researchers claim study shows none of the mutations presents heightened risk of transmission.

Large study shows mask-wearing 'not statistically significant'

Almost 5,000 people participated in randomized study. 1.8% of mask-wearers contracted COVID vs. 2.1% of control group.

New research into blood cells spells hope for COVID patients

Shaare Zedek & Sight Diagnostics working to identify early deterioration in COVID patients, for swifter, more effective treatment.

A cure for COVID in your medicine cabinet?

Studies looking into mouthwash & aspirin have already shown huge promise. Bad news for BigPharma...

The next 72 days

While fighting for re-election, Trump has lifted restrictions on US investment in Israeli research projects in Judea and Samaria. Op-ed.

Jews and Arabs who work together for the good of Israel

How Jews and Arabs work together to make the quality of life in Israel better and increase longevity.. Op-ed.

Can DNA technology help detect cancer?

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

Study: Small number of autonomous vehicles improves traffic flow

Bar Ilan U researchers find traffic flow greatly improves with the addition of just a small number of autonomous vehicles on the road.

'Important for every woman to know if she is a BRCA carrier'

Shaare Zedek research shows advance detection of BRCA 1 and 2 mutations significantly increases breast cancer survival rate.

Study: Obesity significantly raises risk of death from COVID-19

New study by UNC, World Bank, shows patients suffering from obesity have 113% higher rate of hospitalization than slimmer patients.

Could a supplement prevent deterioration of COVID-19 patients?

Clinical study shows innovative supplement may be able to prevent exacerbation and deterioration of coronavirus.

Vape or smoke? You might be raising your risk of COVID-19

Use of e-cigarettes may significantly increase risk of contracting coronavirus, new study shows.

Magnetic memory states go exponential

Newly-discovered ability to stabilize, control, number of magnetic states may allow multi-level magnetic memory with many states per cell.

Mutated strain of swine flu may lead to new pandemic

New study by Chinese scientists shows virus becoming more prevalent in pigs may soon make the jump to humans.

Did coronavirus first start spreading in August?

New study shows increase in activity outside hospitals beginning in August 2019. Was it due to coronavirus?

Perception of aging may be more important than chronological age

COVID-19 loneliness linked to elevated psychiatric symptoms in older adults.

Bald men more likely to have a severe case of coronavirus?

Are androgens responsible for determining the severity of COVID-19?

Study: Israel doesn't have coronavirus herd immunity

Serological tests show low rate of immunity among Israeli population.

Pangolins partly responsible for COVID-19?

Research team analyzes coronavirus genomes, says bats and pangolins may be responsible for outbreak, along with third animal.

Did coronavirus lockdown fines change Israelis' behavior?

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

Study: Dementia gene may raise risk of severe coronavirus

Those with two copies of a genetic mutation at more than double the risk of severe COVID-19 than those with two copies of a different gene.

A shared ancestry? Genomes offer insight into Canaanite heritage

Genetic samples from across the Southern Levant show Canaanites to be a demographically coherent group - and one which migrated.

Israeli researchers: Hearts that drum together beat together

Group drumming stimulates behavioral and physiological synchronization that contributes to ability to cooperate, Bar-Ilan U. study finds.

New research shows some people may be immune to COVID-19

Research shows large segments of the population may be immune to COVID-19 - possibly due to exposure to other viruses.

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.

Could a heartburn drug be the solution to coronavirus?

New York researchers study whether famotidine, the active ingredient in Pepcid, can treat for coronavirus. 'Do not do this at home.'

Can COVID-19 cause heart inflammation in children?

'Multi-system inflammatory state' noted in children who have coronavirus or may have suffered in the recent past, medical experts say.

Haifa University receives grant for coronavirus research

Israeli government awards University of Haifa faculty funding for 18 research proposals related to COVID-19.

Younger victims of COVID-19 at increased risk of stroke

Younger coronavirus patients with no medical history are suffering stroke at alarming rates, doctors warn.

'This is one thing I can do, I'm not saving the world'

Jennifer Haller, 44, spoke about her participation in the trial of the first-ever COVID-19 vaccine. 'As easy as the regular flu shot.'

Ibuprofen exacerbates coronavirus disease

World Health Organization recommends using paracetamol to treat coronavirus symptoms, instead of anti-inflammatories. Here's why.

Research claims expensive car owners 'feel sense of superiority'

Study claims to reveal likelihood drivers will slow for pedestrians decreases by 3% for every extra $1,000 that one's vehicle is worth.

Israeli research: Steroid use linked to low blood sugar

Findings point to side effect of steroids not previously described in medical literature.

Israeli docs strike big blow to 'superbugs'

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

Study: Electronic cigarettes raise risk of lung disease by 30%

E-cigarettes can cause serious lung damage in just a few years, new study shows.

Large study: Smoking increases risk for gestational diabetes

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

The resurrection of the Blood Libel - by pseudo-scholars

The scientists that turned a cow into a zebra

Scientists discover the real reason for the fashionable selection of zebra stripes.

Test run for world's first non-stop flight from NY to Australia

'Flying non-stop from the east coast of Australia to London and New York is truly the final frontier in aviation,' Qantas CEO says.

Red Sea countries to launch coral reef joint research center

Red Sea Transnational Research Center will include partners from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Eritrea, Sudan, Yemen, Israel, and Djibouti.

Israeli study: Facebook can cause depression

Facebook lowers self-esteem, new study finds, such that 15 minutes of surfing is enough to increase chances of depression.