Bar-Ilan University
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
BIU study reveals that origin of sleeping in humans is deduced from jellyfish, sea anemones
How the billion from Miami changed Israel’s academic landscape
Where research becomes impact: Bar-Ilan University’s healthtech vision
Study shows more walking during commutes can improve health, without increasing travel time
The More Walking Project is a population-based wellness initiative that promotes walking by modifying trip planning to incorporate more active transportation.
Israeli archaeologists uncover remains of dramatic mountaintop royal palace
“It sheds light on the architectural style and the function of the site, which is not mentioned by Josephus, our only historical source for the period,” Dr. Raviv, director of the excavation, said.
Partner will award scholarships to Bar-Ilan students who were injured during the war
Partner and Bar-Ilan University are launching scholarships for students serving in the security forces who were injured in the Swords of Iron War.
Bar-Ilan sued for preventing female student from continuing studies after she wore niqab
The lawsuit reads, “There is no legal source that authorizes an academic institution to prevent a student from participating in studies because of her religious appearance."
Bar-Ilan becomes Israel’s second largest research university, surpassing HUJI
Over the past seven years, Bar-Ilan has seen a 30% increase in total student enrollment, marking the highest growth rate among the country’s major research universities.
Tens of millions invested: Bar-Ilan University launches world-class innovative R&D labs
NetZero Ventures and the National Energy Storage Institute launched labs at Bar-Ilan University to boost energy and climate tech development and commercialization with tens of millions invested.
From battlefield to diplomacy: Israel’s next moves after the 12-Day War
Professors Jonathan Rynhold and Eitan Shamir r explore how military lessons, US policy, and regional alliances are reshaping Israel’s path
Israeli universities soar in global entrepreneurial rankings: Technion, Tel Aviv Uni. in top 10
The Technion and Tel Aviv University rank among the top 10 global universities for entrepreneurship, highlighting Israel’s growing impact on the startup ecosystem.
'Don't fall for Hamas propaganda,' 150 academics to Bar-Ilan University's president - report
In a statement issued yesterday, the 150 academics condemned the claims made in that letter, including accusations that Israel is starving Gaza’s residents.
How stress affects pregnancy: Israeli study finds war may lead to obstetric complications
A new study by Bar-Ilan University shows how war-related stress may lead to complications during pregnancy and childbirth.
Grapevine, July 11, 2025: When the writer becomes the story
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
