Hebrew University
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Hebrew University, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Legal Uncertainty Over Orthodox Church Lands Cuts Jerusalem Property Values by Up to 30%
A Hebrew University study finds that legal uncertainty over Orthodox Church land ownership in Jerusalem has lowered apartment prices by up to 30%, causing nearly one billion sheke…
Israel Upholds Paper Ballot Voting as Best Method Amid Digital Risks
Former Israeli elections chief Orly Ades defends Israel's paper ballot voting system as the most secure and trustworthy amid global digital voting trends, emphasizing transparency…
Study Finds Human Language Patterns in Birdsong and Whale Songs Through Cultural Learning
Researchers discovered that Bengalese finches learn their songs using statistical patterns similar to those human infants use for language acquisition, paralleling findings in hum…
Russian Embassy Demands Clarification From Israel Over Missing Researcher Artyom Kirpichnyuk
Artyom Kirpichnyuk, a dual Israeli-Russian historian, disappeared mysteriously at Ben Gurion Airport last week, prompting the Russian Embassy to seek explanations from Israeli aut…
Israeli Universities Rank Among Top Globally for Founders of US Unicorns with Advanced Degrees
Three Israeli universities rank among the top five globally for producing non-American research master’s graduates who founded US unicorn startups, with Tel Aviv University third…
Hebrew University Delays Occupational Therapy Student’s Clinical Training Due to Pregnancy
Study Finds Birdsong Follows Statistical Patterns Similar to Human Language
Researchers from Edinburgh, Hebrew University, and Tokyo found Bengalese finch songs follow statistical patterns similar to human language, appearing early in development and rese…
Dr. Liran Tiausno Appointed Chair of Israeli Retina Society to Advance Eye Surgery and AI Integration
Dr. Liran Tiausno of Hadassah Medical Center has been named chair of the Israeli Retina Society, where he will promote advanced retinal surgery, research collaborations, and AI in…
Israeli Professor Chaim Sompolinsky Wins Prestigious 2026 Dirac Medal for Theoretical Physics
Professor Chaim Sompolinsky of the Hebrew University won the 2026 Dirac Medal for his pioneering work connecting physics with brain science and AI. The award, given by the ICTP, h…
Experts Explain Difficulty Starting Tasks May Stem From ADHD, Not Laziness
Ahead of International Laziness Day, experts highlight that difficulty starting tasks often results from ADHD-related dopamine deficiency, not laziness. Dr. Shirly Hershko advises…
Miri Regev’s Tenure as Israel’s Transport Minister Shows Mixed Results on Road Safety and Public Transit
Since December 2022, Israel’s Transport Minister Miri Regev has faced rising road fatalities and mixed budget execution, while public transit ridership recovers gradually. Despite…
Jonathan Tzvikel Appointed New Legal Advisor of Israel's Competition Authority
Jonathan Tzvikel has been appointed as the new legal advisor of Israel's Competition Authority, replacing Yael Sheinin. Tzvikel has extensive experience within the authority and w…
Experts Warn Wellness Trend Masks Dangerous Obsession with Body Image and Control
Following a social media debate sparked by Eden Pines' vacation photos, experts warn that the current wellness trend may mask obsessive behaviors similar to past harmful thinness…
Rabbi Yoel Ben-Nun Honors Mother Dr. Shoshana Ben-Nun's Legacy Bridging Torah and Science
Rabbi Yoel Ben-Nun commemorates his mother, Dr. Shoshana Ben-Nun, a scholar who integrated Torah faith with academic research, rejecting biblical criticism theories. He highlights…
Israel Aims to Lead in AI but Must Prioritize Citizen Services
Israel aims to lead globally in AI but currently prioritizes state power over direct citizen benefits. Experts call for shifting focus to AI applications that improve public servi…
Michal Sela Forum Founder Lili Ben Ami Joins Yisrael Beiteinu and Supports Avigdor Lieberman
Lili Ben Ami, founder of the Michal Sela Forum and sister of a murder victim, joined Yisrael Beiteinu and supports leader Avigdor Lieberman. She is known for her activism against…
Hebrew University Researchers Revive Ancient Babylonian Talmud Sounds Through Prof. Shlomo Morag’s Recordings
Hebrew University researchers revisit Prof. Shlomo Morag’s recordings of Yemenite sages reading Babylonian Talmudic texts, revealing a dynamic cognitive process behind ancient Heb…
Experts Explain Why Israeli Election Polls May Not Predict Final Results
Dr. Nimrod Nir explains that Israeli election polls mainly reflect current voter sentiment and often fail to predict final results due to sample biases and increased partisan poll…
Satellite Images Reveal Extensive Destruction in Southern Lebanon Villages
Satellite images analyzed by N12 reveal that 74% of buildings in 19 southern Lebanese villages were destroyed, mostly near the Israeli border, with around 18,000 structures demoli…
Most Israelis Hesitate to Switch Banks Despite Easy Online Transfers and Financial Benefits
Despite extensive price comparisons in other areas, most Israelis rarely switch banks, often due to low financial literacy and psychological barriers. The 2021 "Switch in a Click"…
Rising Violence in West Bank Spurs Security Crackdown Amid Settler-Palestinian Clashes
Violence between Israeli settlers and Palestinians in the West Bank has surged recently, marked by arson, clashes, and attacks on both sides. Israeli security forces are intensify…
Israeli Poet and Artist Chaya Esther Gudlevsky, Mother of Rabbi Ohad Taharlev, Passes Away at 85
Chaya Esther Gudlevsky, an Israeli poet, artist, and mother of Rabbi Ohad Taharlev, died at 85 in Jerusalem. She published 18 poetry books and was active in the Israeli art scene…
MK Avichai Boaron Calls for New Supreme Court Overhaul Amid Likud List Dispute
MK Ron Katz resigns from the Knesset amid limited political prospects. Likud chairman Netanyahu secures eight reserved list spots, but MK Avichai Boaron opposes, advocating for pr…
Two Years After Almaa's Death in Hezbollah Rocket Attack, Family Honors Her Legacy
Almaa Fakhr Eldin, an 11-year-old girl killed by a Hezbollah rocket in Majdal Shams two years ago, is remembered by her mother for her talents and dreams. The family honors her le…
Israeli Hospital's Response to October 7 Attack Offers Global Lessons for Mass Casualty Preparedness
A study of Assuta Ashdod Hospital's response to the October 7, 2023 attack reveals how extensive training and preparedness enabled continued medical care despite ongoing missile t…
Researchers Uncover Long-Neglected Female Birdsong and Its Evolutionary Significance
New research reveals that female birdsong, long overlooked due to male-focused studies, is widespread and evolutionarily significant, especially in tropical species. Increased par…
Netherlands Enacts Strict Ban on Trade with Israeli Settlements, Excludes Booking.com
The Netherlands has passed a strict law banning trade with Israeli settlements, including the Golan Heights, effective September 22. The law prohibits buying or selling goods from…
Israeli Author and Academic Dr. Eyal Dotan Dies at 57
Dr. Eyal Dotan, an Israeli author, academic, and journalist, died at 57. He taught literature and arts at Tel Aviv University and other institutions, contributed to major Israeli…
Hebrew University Study Reveals How Intestinal Cells Renew Weekly Through Specialized Networks
Researchers at Hebrew University discovered four distinct subpopulations of telocytes that regulate the intestine's weekly renewal process in mice, revealing how the gut maintains…
Israel Faces Complex Security Threats Amid Lebanon Talks and Iranian Nuclear Concerns
Israel is navigating complex security challenges amid diplomatic talks with Lebanon and concerns over northern residents' trust following recent militant activity and the October…
Hebrew University Study Finds Timing of Drought More Crucial Than Rainfall Amount for Plant Blooming
Hebrew University researchers found that the timing of drought during the growing season affects plant flowering and competition more than rainfall amount. Their greenhouse study…
Debate Over Gender Separation in Israeli Academia Highlights Deep Societal Divides
A televised debate in Israel explored a law extending gender separation in academia to advanced degrees, revealing deep societal divisions. Proponents argue it enables religious s…
Israeli Academia Faces Brain Drain Amid Funding Cuts and Political Challenges
Israeli academic leaders warn that the country's higher education system is endangered by severe budget cuts and lack of support, causing brain drain and hampering international c…
Study Finds One in Eight Children with Measles Develop Serious Breathing Complications
A study from Hadassah Medical Center found that about 12% of children with measles develop stridor, a serious breathing complication requiring frequent hospitalization and intensi…
Summer Sleep Struggles Intensify for Adults with ADHD Due to Light and Stress
Adults with ADHD face intensified sleep difficulties in summer due to delayed melatonin from extended daylight and sensory overload. They often stay up late seeking quiet time, wo…
Israeli Anthropologist Explores Cultural Perceptions of Invasive Species and Their Integration
Anthropologist Dr. Liron Shani studies how cultural perceptions in Israel influence the acceptance of invasive species like the myna bird, cactus, and eucalyptus. While some invas…
New Research Challenges Assumptions About Wealth and Prosocial Behavior
Recent research challenges the belief that wealth reduces prosocial behavior, showing a complex link where richer individuals may give slightly more, but poverty can foster empath…
How Moshe Hovav Discovered Young Haim Yavin’s Voice at Magen David Adom
In 1956, Moshe Hovav, head announcer at Israel Broadcasting Authority, met young paramedic Haim Yavin during a first aid course prompted by Jordanian gunfire in Jerusalem. Recogni…
Israeli Researcher Urges Patients to Ask Three Key Questions Before Accepting Medical Treatment
Professor Talia Miron-Shatz from Jerusalem researches medical decision-making and urges patients to ask three key questions about benefits, risks, and alternatives before acceptin…
Haredi Leader Supports Gender Separation in Undergraduate Studies but Opposes It in Graduate Programs
Pnina Peiper, a Haredi social activist, supports gender-segregated undergraduate studies but opposes extending this separation to graduate programs, citing practical and social li…
Veteran Israeli Journalist Chaim Yavin Dies at 93, Known as 'Mr. Television'
Chaim Yavin, a foundational Israeli journalist and longtime news anchor known as "Mr. Television," died at 93. He anchored Israel's main news program for 40 years and was a key fi…
Israeli Startup Plantopia Raises $9 Million to Revolutionize Cheese Alternatives
Israeli startup Plantopia raised $9 million to build a factory producing oat sprout-based cheese alternatives that melt and stretch like real cheese. Led by Schreiber Foods and lo…
Tel Aviv University Tops Israeli Research Excellence Ranking at 206th Globally
Tel Aviv University leads Israeli institutions in the Taiwan Research Excellence Ranking at 206th globally, with no Israeli university entering the top 200. Other Israeli universi…
Israeli Psychologists Explore How Parental History Shapes Career Paths and Meaning
Israeli psychologists Orna Yaffe-Yanai and her daughter Goni explore how family history and childhood trauma shape career paths and meaning. Their new book and clinical work revea…
Tel Aviv Festival Highlights Lost Culinary Traditions of Kaifeng’s Jewish Community in China
The ANU Museum in Tel Aviv is hosting a festival showcasing the lost culinary traditions of the Jewish community of Kaifeng, China. Once a thriving community from the 12th to 19th…
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband Has Family Ties in West Bank and Gur Hasidic Community
Ed Miliband, newly appointed UK Foreign Secretary and former Labour leader, has deep Jewish roots and family in the West Bank and Israeli Hasidic communities. He supports a two-st…
Israeli Researcher Sparks Heated US Debate Over SEC Proposal to Cut Quarterly Reports
Australian Billionaire Couple Buys Yaakov Bardugo’s Tel Aviv Duplex for 58 Million Shekels
Australian billionaire couple Robert and Ruth Magid bought Yaakov Bardugo’s Tel Aviv duplex for 58 million shekels in April 2026. The Magids are known for their real estate wealth…
