Hebrew University of Jerusalem

New study points to genetic ‘Achilles’ Heel’ in cancer cells

Researchers explained to TPS-IL that the same genetic machinery that allows tumors to grow at extremely high speed may also damage their DNA, exposing new vulnerabilities for future treatments.

|ByTPS
3d illustration of cancer cells on background of DNA strands.
Graduates celebrate at a commencement ceremony at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, which is fielding a growing number of inquiries from Americans interested in enrolling for college at the university in Beersheva, Israel.

Ben-Gurion University tops list of on-time graduates in Israel, new ranking reveals

According to the report, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) recorded Israel’s highest on-time graduation rate, with 91%, followed by Bar-Ilan University at 87%

|ByYANIR YAGNA, AVIHAI HAYIM
TURKISH MUSLIM student Türkü Avci, now unable to go back to Turkey because of an arrest warrant in her name.

Turkish Muslim student faces arrest, death threats after calling herself Zionist - interview

Aspiring-journalist Avci moved to Israel from Turkey five years ago. Last week, Instagram influencer Tal The Traveler posted a video in which he asked Avci if she is a Zionist.

|ByMATHILDA HELLER
IDF helmet developed to get neuro feedback relating to PTSD.

Unfairness perceptions may intensify, prolonging psychological trauma after war, HUJI study says

The longitudinal research was conducted in the aftermath of the October 7 Hamas attack and the subsequent war, examining how cognitive patterns known as perceived injustice shape responses to trauma.

|ByPESACH BENSON/TPS

New research reveals hidden ‘control center’ which could help in fight against bacterial infections

This finding opens the door to broader research into how many different pathogens regulate their harmful activities.

APRIL 28, 2025ByARIELA OHRENSTEIN
The spherical black objects are pathogenic bacteria, and the green dot within them represents a control hub containing multiple RNA molecules originated from virulence genes and a high concentration of CsrA that “decides” whether or not to express these genes.

How Donald Trump is changing the world order - opinion

Since Donald Trump assumed the presidency for a second term, the US is no longer committed to the previous world order it had played such a major role in creating and running

APRIL 21, 2025BySUSAN HATTIS ROLEF
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump in the Oval Office last Friday: Since Trump’s election as president last November for a second term, the US has no longer been committed to the previous world order in which it had played such a major role in creating and running, the writer maintains.

Education and agriculture: Twin pillars of resilience in wartime - opinion

In this crisis, we have learned that education, much like agriculture, must persist even in the most turbulent times.

APRIL 14, 2025BySAUL BURDMAN
Students at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's campus in Rehovot.

How Israel-Hamas War presented an unprecedented challenge to student welfare - opinion

The Israel-Hamas war didn’t just test Israel’s military resilience – it tested our commitment to our young generation. Universities must not be bystanders in these moments; they must lead.

APRIL 13, 2025ByGUY HARPAZ
Students at Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Grapevine April 11, 2025: In memory of Leah

The movers and shakers in Israeli society.

APRIL 11, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
(L-R) RANI RAHAV, Alut Chairman Gadi Weinrib, Hila Rahav, and Alut CEO Dadi Attas.

Hebrew University’s innovation in antibiotic eyedrops offers new hope for dogs and humans

A new eyedrop innovation for dogs offers better treatment for bacterial eye infections and could aid human medicine.

APRIL 10, 2025ByTHE MEDIA LINE STAFF
Eye-tracking glasses show how dogs perceive human gestures. Illustration.

Grapevine: Jerusalem justice

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

APRIL 5, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
An aerial view of Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Mount Scopus campus.

Impacting Israel and beyond: Hebrew University pres. talks to 'Post' amid centennial celebration

EDUCATION AFFAIRS: The Hebrew University sits down with the 'Post' as the institution celebrates 100 years since its official opening.

APRIL 4, 2025ByYAEL HALFON
ACCORDING TO the Shanghai Ranking, in 2024, the Hebrew University ranked 81st among the world’s 100 leading universities. Here, crowds attend HU’s inauguration ceremony on Jerusalem’s Mount Scopus in 1925.

Doing the dance of life: Trailblazing leader advancing philanthropy, and the power of education

For Monette Malewski, national chair of Canadian Friends of Hebrew University, the cup is always three-quarters full.

APRIL 3, 2025ByALAN ROSENBAUM, IN COLLBORATIONS WITH CANADIAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY
MONETTE MALEWSKI, chair of Canadian Friends.

Hebrew University's centennial: Einstein's legacy and the guardian of a scientific icon

Einstein's letters, theories, and Jewish legacy will live on in the hills of Jerusalem at the Hebrew University.

APRIL 2, 2025ByALEX WINSTON
Professor Hanoch Gutfruend is a physics professor, former Hebrew University president, and Academic Head of the Einstein Archive. He showed The Jerusalem Post around the archives to mark 100 years of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.