Hebrew University of Jerusalem

People worldwide speak with same natural cadence, Hebrew U. study finds

A Hebrew University study reveals that all languages, from English to rare tongues, share the same natural speech rhythm every 1.6 seconds.

Dr. Maya Inbar
Light Rail in Jerusalem

Jerusalem light rail's 'Red Line' to resume full operation this week

 The Weizmann Institute is set to open a medical school in October of 2025.

Three Israeli universities rank among top 100 in the world - ShanghaiRanking

THE BLACK soldier fly

Not just a pesky nuisance: Insect oil could revolutionize animals’ wellness


Uruguay suspends agreement with Hebrew University, citing latest Gaza City occupation plan

The decision comes after just weeks of announcing the agreement between ANII and the university, which would have seen the opening of offices from the Uruguayan agency in Jerusalem.

 An aerial view of Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Mount Scopus campus.

Humanitarian aid extends conflicts globally, usually stolen by insurgent groups - study

Researchers found that, in many cases, significant portions of aid are siphoned off before reaching those in need through theft, taxation, or direct concessions to armed groups.

(Illustrative) Palestinians climb onto a truck as they seek aid supplies in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, August 4, 2025.

Major Israeli universities will allow students, faculty to join hostage families strike next week

Israel’s Bar Association and the Hi-Tech Forum announced their intentions to join the Sunday strike in support of reaching a deal to free the hostages.

 Hostage families and supporters rally, calling for the return of the remaining 50 hostages in Hamas captivity, June 28, 2025.

New 3D imaging method tracks plant growth without expensive sensors

While the study focused on tomatoes, the researchers emphasize that the method is crop-independent and adaptable.

 Fruit and vegetable stand

Israeli-led breakthrough discovers way to boost immune system's cancer-fighting ability

This strategy is part of a growing trend in immunotherapy that focuses not just on guiding immune responses, but on upgrading the cells themselves — enhancing their efficiency from within.

 A 3D rendering of cancer cells (Illustrative).

Airovation Technologies awarded top honor in 2025 Hebrew University - Asper Prize competition

Led by ASPER-HUJI Innovate, the university’s innovation and entrepreneurship center, the prize celebrates startups transforming academic research into real-world solutions.

Left to right: Dr. Amnon Dekel, Prof. Tamir Sheafer, Lihi Nachum, Neva Treistman, Marat Maayan (Airovation Technologies), Prof. Asher Cohen, Avia Vayner Chen, Alon Natanson.

Israeli AI tool can now predict your age from a drop of DNA

Using cutting-edge artificial intelligence, the scientists created a tool called MAgeNet that uses a simple blood test to determine a person’s chronological age.

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Did Neanderthals have 'family recipes'? Study suggests butchery practices in ancient groups

Their meticulous examination of cut-marks on the remains of animal prey revealed patterns that cannot be explained by differences in skill, resources, or available tools at each site.

 The entrance of Kebara cave.

Israeli cow breaks milk yield record as climate change cuts dairy output

A new Israeli study has discovered that extreme heat reduces milk production by up to 10% and that adding cooling technologies offsets only about half of the loss.

  CAPTION - PROF. AYAL KIMHI with friends on his moshav, Kfar Warburg.

Grapevine: Israel-Iran: Days of yore

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 An IDF reservist kisses his child before boarding the bus, in Jerusalem, May 2025.

‘It’s amazing to see what education can do’

The Morris and Rosalind Goodman Family Foundation has opened new vistas for Israeli students of Ethiopian descent at the Hebrew University.

 FROM L) Gideon Pollack, Jonathan Goodman, Finkelstein, and Jeff Hart at a Hebrew University event. The four were involved in fundraising for the Walk in their Shoes campaign.