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Trust or Distrust? Neither! The Right Mindset for Confronting Disinformation
Prof. Ruth Mayo from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Provides Insights
Dr. Cochav Elkayam Levy, from the Davis Institute for International Relations at Hebrew University of Jerusalem - speaking at a demonstration outside the UN building in New York City on December 4, 2023
We are at crucial moment in human history.
Since Oct 7th I found myself in a position, I NEVER ASKED FOR MYSELF - To BE A VOICE to those who have remained voiceless, who have been silenced by unimaginable acts of violence.
My name is Dr Cochav Elkayam-Levy, and on the 8th day after Hamas’s brutal terrorist attack that instigated this war I established the civil commission on the crimes committed against women and children as more and more evidence of the gruesome crimes emerged.
“Recent weeks have exposed the Hamas’s heinous crimes against humanity, targeting women – the silence of international organizations is chilling”
November 25th is observed as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. In light of the recent Oct. 7th massacre, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem released the following statement:
Clone of New Study Reveals Insights How Pollution Affects Clouds and Climate
A recent study reveals the profound impact of pollution on cloud behavior. This newfound understanding illuminates the intricate ways in which pollution alters our climate. Such research marks a significant stride in comprehending the influence of pollution on our weather and broader climate dynamics. Emphasizing the need to factor in both localized cloud formations and overarching climate patterns, it underscores the criticality of considering all scales in studying the effects of pollution on our climate.
Letter to the University community
Dear members of the University community,
We find ourselves in the midst of a war that began with the appalling massacre perpetrated by the murderers of Hamas. This is of course an extremely difficult time for the State of Israel, and for the University community. Many of us, whether independently or in relation to our roles at the University, are volunteering in various ways in order to help and make a contribution wherever we can.
Extended Habitability of Exoplanets Due to Subglacial Water
Professor Amri Wandel, from Hebrew University of Jerusalem, has unveiled research that promises to redefine our comprehension of habitable exoplanets. In a recent study published in the Astronomical Journal, Professor Wandel introduces the concept of subglacial liquid water as a pivotal element in broadening the boundaries of the conventional Habitable Zone.