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The academic year began today, even as the State of Israel is still at war, a war that was started by the massacre carried out on October 7 by the murderous forces of Hamas

31 December, 2023


The academic year began today, even as the State of Israel is still at war, a war that was started by the massacre carried out on October 7 by the murderous forces of Hamas.

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is fully committed to doing everything possible to enable every one of our reservists to successfully complete this academic year and their degree.

Israel Observatory on Femicide Report 2023 Reveals 22 Cases of Gender-Based Murders and many more on October 7th: all the Perpetrators are Men

Israel Observatory on Femicide Report 2023 Reveals 22 Cases of Gender-Based Murders and many more on October 7th: all the Perpetrators are Men

1 January, 2024

 

In 2023,  22 cases of gender-based murders of women were perpetrated in Israel by  men. The ethnic breakdown showcased a significant divide, with 50% of victims being Jewish and 41% hailing from the Arab sector, encompassing Druze, Bedouin, and Muslim women. In 86% of the instances, the victims shared a prior relationship with the perpetrators, who were nearly all (95%) from their own ethnic communities. 59% of known killers were either spouses or family members of the victims.

Inhibitory Control and Mood Dynamics Linked to Psychological Resilience

Inhibitory Control and Mood Dynamics Linked to Psychological Resilience

2 January, 2024

 

New study reveals intricate link between psychological resilience, mood variations, and inhibitory control in an ecological setting. Notably, the connection between an individual's capacity for inhibitory control and their day-to-day mood is significantly shaped by their underlying level of psychological resilience. This discovery underscores the complex interplay between cognitive functions and emotional reactions, providing invaluable insights into the manifestation of resilient behavior in daily life.

Gender Parity in Autism Research: Synaptic Similarities Challenge Focus on Male Models

Gender Parity in Autism Research: Synaptic Similarities Challenge Focus on Male Models

4 January, 2024

 

New study reveals striking similarities in synaptic abnormalities and behavioral patterns between male and female mouse models of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study challenges the traditional focus on male subjects in ASD research and highlights the critical importance of including both sexes in investigations. This finding urges a pivotal shift in the scientific community's approach to understanding and addressing ASD, emphasizing the necessity of considering both males and females to comprehensively grasp the complexities of the disorder.

New Insights on How Light Interacts with Magnets for Better Sensors & Memory Tech

New Insights on How Light Interacts with Magnets for Better Sensors & Memory Tech

4 January, 2024

 

New study at Hebrew University uncovered a previously unknown connection between light and magnetism. This discovery could lead to super-fast light-controlled memory technology and innovative sensors that detect the magnetic part of light. This breakthrough is expected to revolutionize how we store data and build devices in various industries.

Revisiting Israel's Freshwater Fish Species List through Cutting-Edge DNA Barcoding Technology

Revisiting Israel's Freshwater Fish Species List through Cutting-Edge DNA Barcoding Technology

4 January, 2024

Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel – A new study led by Dr. Roni Tadmor-Levi in the group of Prof. Lior David and a team of researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv University, has shed new light on Israel's freshwater fish biodiversity. The study, initiated by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, focused on DNA barcoding, has unveiled intriguing insights into the unique populations and species composition in the region, their genetic distinctiveness, with implications for conservation efforts.