Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Ancient humans precisely navigated northern Israel to find right stones for tools, study suggests
Basalt seemingly held special importance at GBY, particularly for producing large cutting tools like handaxes and cleavers.
Children of Holocaust survivors face higher schizophrenia risk, Israeli study finds
Male fertility crisis? Israeli global study finds 54% drop in testosterone levels over five decades
Tire particles may contaminate crops and enter food chain, Israeli study finds
Hebrew University marks centennial with official new commemorative stamp
University officials said the centennial marks both a reflection on past achievements, including ten Nobel Prizes and two Turing Awards, and a framework for future growth.
Scientists find hidden placental changes linked to gestational diabetes
Researchers identified a previously unknown placental molecular process disrupted by gestational diabetes, helping explain pregnancy complications and long-term health risks for children.
Frontal-lecture courses don’t work for older adults, Israeli study finds
Seniors learn best when they’re taught the same way that is best for children and younger adults – with active participation, meaningful discussions, and material that feels relevant.
Grapevine: Hidden Hanukkah ‘gelt’
The Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Dental Medicine has announced the establishment of the Robert I. Schattner Center for Oral Health for People with Disabilities.
Israeli, US scientists uncover viral switch that could help defeat antibiotic resistance
Scientists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have revealed that bacteriophages use a small RNA molecule to hijack bacterial cells, a mechanism that had never been described before.
Israeli scientists use AI to improve irrigation and spot plant stress early - study
A Hebrew University study suggests AI tools could help growers better manage water use by predicting healthy plant behavior and flagging early signs of stress.
ADHD study uncovers measurable, modifiable brain activity patterns in children
Researchers found that ADHD brain activity is not static. In a trial, a subgroup of children with ADHD showed a shift toward a more typical neural profile following intervention.
Israeli scientists develop method to accelerate carbon capture, reducing industrial emissions
“The goal was to understand what’s really happening when carbonate rocks encounter high levels of carbon dioxide,” the study’s lead researcher explains.
New Israeli, US research shows that learning doesn't have to slow down because of human aging
The findings suggest that older adults can enhance memory, maintain emotional well-being, and gain a renewed sense of purpose by engaging in education that respects their life experience.
New remote program helps cancer patients overcome memory, focus hurdles
The program, known as CRAFT-G (Cognitive Retraining and Functional Treatment – Group version), was developed by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
