Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Jerusalem-based university founded in 1918 by Einstein and Chaim Weizmann

How germline regulation, sex differences impact the lifespan of male, female vertebrates

A new study by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) has revealed unexpected and sex-specific effects of germline regulation on longevity.

Despite war, Israeli universities rise in global rankings, Hebrew University placed highest

Five out of nine Israeli universities have improved in this year’s rankings, while the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) has come out on top, ranking 66th in the quality of its faculty.

Hebrew University study finds zebrafish provides clues to RNA's role in embryo formation

A new study at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem (HU) presents insights into mRNA regulation during embryonic development in zebrafish.

Hebrew University decodes mRNA’s role in embryo formation using zebrafish

Senior author Rabani commented, “Our work opens up new avenues for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying cell fate determination during embryonic development.”

New study from the Hebrew University unveils Isopod eating habits which affects the ecosystem

Isopods, crustaceans mistaken for bugs, studied by researchers in dietary preferences. They choose soil crust over plant litter, aided by microbes for digestion, revealing dietary intricacies.

Remembrance days bring Israelis together in their grief, even if only temporarily

The study delved into the emotional dynamics surrounding this day, which was marked on Monday this year, and detected a substantial decline in “affective polarization during the commemoration.” 

Antisemitism in Europe is on the rise, yet residents are divided on its source

Research shows that respondents understand that antisemitism is prolific in Europe, owever, many of them have never met a Jew or Israeli.

Beit Hillel's Theater Workshop presents 'Fame': A triumph amid conflict and perseverance

Beit Hillel Theater Workshop presents "Fame - The Musical" amid Israeli conflict, highlighting performers' resilience and spirit, offering healing and creative expression.

Hebrew U., law prof. forum call for release of Prof. Shalhoub-Kevorkian, citing free speech

The law forum also called for her release saying that the arrest and investigation of Shalhoub-Kevorkian "seriously harms free speech and academic freedom."

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Hebrew U prof. who denied October 7 crimes arrested on suspicion of incitement

In October, Hebrew U. issued a letter condemning Shalhoub-Kevorkian’s “alignment with a petition characterizing Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocidal and labeling it an occupying force since 1948."

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