Research
Noninvasive magnetic brain stimulation offers new hope for PTSD patients
A Tel Aviv University study suggests noninvasive brain stimulation may reduce intrusive memories in people with PTSD.
Tech Talk: Do startup competitions matter for founders? New research says yes, if done correctly
Does your stomach hurt and you can’t find a reason? A study found a natural treatment that helps
Senior ADL antisemitism researcher leaves to lead competing effort at watchdog Nexus
How a Ben-Gurion University scientist is filling climate science’s biggest blank spots
From desert soils to date palms, Prof. Ilya Gelfand tracks the gases shaping our climate, and asks why no one was looking before.
Spread of online antisemitic conspiracies is based on Holocaust denial tactics, research shows
New research released by non-profit CyberWell analyzed over 300 pieces of online content that both denied violent attacks on Jews and Israelis and propagated conspiratorial self-victimization claims.
Neural 'on/off' switch discovery may shed light on sex differences in social behavior
What makes this neural cluster unusual is its binary activity pattern: it is consistently active in females but largely inactive in males, only turning on during major social or reproductive events.
Israeli hospital's 'groundbreaking' studies could lessen treatments, reduce prostate cancer risks
A groundbreaking study at Rabin Medical Center suggests prostate cancer patients may need only two radiation doses, potentially revolutionizing treatment.
What happens to the body after stopping Ozempic? A new study reveals the secret
Many people use weight-loss injections to slim down faster, but few consider what happens when they stop. A large meta-analysis reveals what to expect after discontinuation.
New study: Five simple steps that keep the brain younger
These are the small lifestyle changes that may keep the brain about eight years younger — and over time as well.
Bar-Ilan University’s ecosystem: Science, crisis, and institutional responsibility
From the Phantom jet to the helm of Israel’s second-largest university, Prof. Arie Zaban reflects on leadership during war and why universities can’t lose sight of the people they serve
Subtle face movements can indicate your decisions, scientists say
A study challenges the long-held view that facial mimicry functions primarily as a social tool for politeness or empathy, showing instead that it is an integral component of preference formation.
Stanford Study: Study at TAU increases chance of becoming unicorn founder by 260%
Stanford study finds TAU undergraduates have the world’s highest relative likelihood of founding unicorns.
The surprising reason: Why you should not make the bed immediately in the morning
A British study reveals: Making the bed right after sleeping creates a perfect environment for dust mites that cause allergies and breathing problems.