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Personality trait of openness linked to lower antisemitic attitude, more Jewish contact study finds

Openness was assessed using 10 items from the Big Five Inventory, while antisemitic attitudes were measured using an 11-item scale developed by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL).

A poster against antisemitism is seen on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination in Markham, Ontario, Canada on March 22, 2025.
A COUPLE enjoys a whiskey tasting in Tel Aviv.

How much should you reveal on a dating profile? Israeli study finds the sweet spot - study

YOUTH VOLUNTEERS pack boxes with food for families in need. ‘Civil society does extraordinary work, but a modern state cannot rely on charity alone,’ says researcher Prof. Aron M. Troen.

Israel is failing to provide food security, leaving thousands of NGOs to fill the gaps - study

Picture showing the ChatGPT application displayed on a smartphone screen, illustrative

Is AI clairvoyant? ChatGPT can make personality tests and predict responses, Israeli study finds


Chronic stress raises brain noise: Why Israelis might shout louder

Could chronic stress explain why some Israelis shout louder?

 AN ILLUSTRATION from Resnik’s paper.

Hollywood is producing more violent film content than ever before - study

Researchers at the University of New South Wales in Australia have conducted a study to better understand the evolution of on-screen violence.

 Two men place a painted billboard of the "Avengers: Endgame" movie by Greek artist Virginia Axioti at the facade of the Athinaion cinema in Athens, Greece, April 23, 2019.

How dust movement is helping us understand magnetic fields and planet formation - study

Planets originate from protoplanetary disks, circulating disks of gas and dust that develop around young stars, a recent study revealed.

 ALMA observations of the protoplanetary disk around HD 142527. The white bars show the directions of the magnetic field revealed by the orientation of the dust grains. The strength of the magnetic field is 0.3 milligauss. For comparison, a typical refrigerator magnet has a magnetic field

The 'unsung heroes': Life-sustaining roles of pollinators and parasitoids

“By studying them, we’re not just learning about their world; we’re finding ways to make our own world more sustainable," Prof. Segoli said.

 PROF. SEGOLI’S TEAM during fieldwork.

AI model predicts celiac disease years before diagnosis, study finds

Israeli researchers develop machine learning system that could identify at-risk patients up to four years early, potentially transforming screening for the widespread autoimmune condition.

Will AI be capable of overpowering humanity?

Moove over, cows: Hebrew U researchers craft perfect bite of meat by designing plant-based steaks

The researchers at the Jerusalem institution do this by molding new metamaterials for the kitchen to reduce greenhouse gases and wasted water.

 METAFAT in the Hebrew University labs.

Literal copycats: Felines use facial mimicry to bond, study finds

New research using AI reveals cats mirror each other's facial expressions during friendly interactions, suggesting they're more social than previously thought.

Researchers used machine learning to analyze these unique features on cats’ faces in their study.

Study reveals surge in recreational Ketamine use among US adults

As medical ketamine becomes more widely available, researchers emphasize the need for continued surveillance of recreational ketamine use patterns.

 Ketamine Vial 500mg in 10ml, Bloomington, Il, US.

Cornell University study reveals pupil size during sleep signals memory formation

A new study published in the journal Nature suggests that pupil size is key to understanding how and when the brain forms strong, long-lasting memories.

 Cornell University study reveals pupil size during sleep signals memory formation. Illustration.

Study reveals dangerous flame retardants in black plastic kitchen utensils and toys

Despite bans, toxic flame retardants persist in household items made from recycled electronics.

 Study reveals dangerous flame retardants in black plastic kitchen utensils and toys.