News & Press Releases
Hebrew University Congratulates Evyatar Cohen and Tamir Herzberg on Winning the Figgie Award for Excellence in Design!
7 January, 2025
Hebrew University proudly congratulates Evyatar Cohen and Tamir Herzberg on their remarkable achievement of winning the prestigious Figgie Award for Excellence in Design at the Boston Festival of Indie Games!
Small Milk Fat Globules Promote Good Bacteria, Study Reveals
6 January, 2025
A study reveals that the structure of milk fat globules, rather than their chemical composition, plays a key role in their interactions with bacteria. Small globules promote the growth of beneficial bacteria like Bacillus subtilis, while larger ones trigger biofilm formation, a behavior linked to bacterial adaptation. These findings demonstrate milk’s natural protective mechanisms and highlight its potential to support gut health, offering significant implications for dairy science and nutrition.
The Hidden Connection Between Herpes and Alzheimer’s
6 January, 2025
A new study has uncovered a surprising link between Alzheimer’s disease and Herpes Simplex Virus-1 (HSV-1). Researchers found HSV-1 proteins embedded in Alzheimer’s brains, revealing how the virus is inhibited by tau protein—a key player in the disease. These insights could pave the way for innovative treatments targeting viral activity and the brain’s immune response to slow or even stop Alzheimer’s progression.
Hebrew University Community Holds Rally to Call for the Immediate Release of Hostages in Gaza
2 January, 2025
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem held a rally at its Mount Scopus campus, urging for the immediate release of 100 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.
Yesterday, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem paused its activities to hold a rally at the Mount Scopus campus, demanding the immediate release of the 100 hostages still being held by Hamas in Gaza. Among the speakers was Prof. Jonathan Dekel-Chen, whose son Sagui, a 36-year-old father of three young daughters, has been held captive for over 450 days.
Free Year of Study for Female Computer Science or Mathematics Students New Hebrew University Initiative
25 December, 2024
The Hebrew University is launching a new initiative and is offering a free year of study for female undergraduate students in Computer Science or Mathematics, for those enrolling in the second semester starting on 20/03/25.
The Hebrew University is launching a new initiative and is offering a free year of study for female undergraduate students in Computer Science or Mathematics, for those enrolling in the second semester starting on 20/03/25.
