Dear college friends and peers abroad,
Since university classes resumed in Israel, I have been struck by the stark difference between my campus life experience and yours, especially given the relentless antisemitism, anti-Israel demonstrations, and lack of action on the part of your university administrators.
Israel’s foremost trauma experts have established a new Institute at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem to design new clinical approaches and train therapists to deal with the nationwide traumas as a result of the October 7th Hamas attacks.
Hebrew University’s Israel Center for Addiction and Mental Health will launch the Institute for Traumatic Stress and Recovery to create a multidisciplinary, academic-clinical hub to address trauma-related research, training, prevention, treatment, and resilience promotion.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is honored to announce that three of its esteemed faculty members have been awarded the prestigious Israel Prize for their outstanding professional achievements. These recipients, both past and present faculty members, represent the university's commitment to excellence in research, education, and innovation.
Non-invasive method to assess chickpea water status, providing farmers with an effective tool for optimizing irrigation schedules and potentially enhancing the sustainability of chickpea farming! This approach has the capacity to revolutionize chickpea management by not only increasing crop yields but also improving water efficiency. The implications extend beyond the farm, impacting global food security and contributing positively to environmental concerns.
New study unveils a significant connection between oral bacteria and pancreatic cancer development in mice and sheds light on a previously recognized link between oral health and pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest forms of cancer.
New study displays successful implementation of pooled saliva tests for universal screening of congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) infection. This approach demonstrates the wide feasibility and benefits of using pooled saliva testing as an efficient, cost-saving, and sensitive method for identifying cCMV in newborns. The study emphasizes the significance of early detection through this method, especially for asymptomatic cases, highlighting its potential to revolutionize cCMV screening worldwide and improve the long-term outcomes for affected infants by enabling timely interventions.
The Hebrew University has appointed Prof. Orly Sade as the new Dean of the School of Business Administration. Prof. Sade brings extensive experience and expertise to her new role, with a focus on analytical and experimental finance, financial market structure, fintech, and crowdfunding.
New study indicates that mushroom extract might demonstrate superior efficacy compared to chemically synthesized psilocybin, especially in stimulating neuroplasticity and promoting the development of new connections between nerve cells—an essential attribute. This discovery unveils potential applications for addressing conditions such as depression, PTSD, and schizophrenia.
International Women's Day 2024 at the Hebrew University, For The Full Article
The HUBS-Aid project led by Hebrew University Business School (HUBS) responded to the Gaza conflict's impact on small businesses with innovative support, pairing them with mentors and students to devise tailored plans for recovery and growth. Around 80 businesses received vital assistance, demonstrating resilience and fostering community bonds amidst adversity.
The horrific attack by Hamas on Israeli civilians on October 7, sparked the Iron Swords War and led to a widespread mobilization effort to support Israel. New survey revealed that 83% of the NGOs’ ability to provide assistance and social services was negatively impacted by the war, only 35% of organizations sought government assistance during the war, and 35% of the NGOs reported an increase in philanthropic support from abroad.
Prof. Haim Sompolinsky of the Hebrew University and Harvard University has been awarded the Brain Prize for 2024, the largest and most prestigious international prize in neuroscience.
