Researchers developed a genetic method to produce dark males and pale females, making it easier to sort sex in mosquito control. The approach uses CRISPR gene editing to create an engineered sex-linked trait that enables fast and accurate sex separation without complex equipment.
A new study demonstrates strong performance in predicting daily crop transpiration using machine-learning models and high-resolution lysimeter data. Machine learning can reliably predict daily transpiration from environmental conditions and plant characteristics, highlighting an important conceptual step toward plant-driven prediction ...
A new study identifies a distinctive brain activity pattern in children with ADHD, which may be modified using non-invasive brain stimulation and cognitive training. The pattern, known as aperiodic EEG activity, reliably distinguished children with ADHD from their peers.
A new study finds that traffic-related pollution causes immediate changes in the atmospheric electric field, while particulate matter affects it more slowly. The research also identifies a 'weekend signal' where reduced emissions lead to a weakened electric field.
The Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Dental Medicine has established a new center dedicated to providing quality dental care for people with physical, cognitive, and complex medical conditions. The center will offer holistic, multidisciplinary care under one roof, serving approximately 30-40 patients daily.
Researchers developed a new tool, FibrilPaint combined with the FibrilRuler test, to measure the length of toxic Tau amyloid fibrils directly in solution. This 'molecular ruler' represents a major advance in understanding how these fibrils grow, break, and respond to potential drugs.
Researchers found systematic plant imagery in ancient Halafian pottery with precise symmetry and numerical sequences, suggesting early farming villages had sophisticated mathematical thinking about dividing space and quantities. The study contributes to ethnomathematics, identifying mathematical knowledge embedded in cultural expression.
Researchers develop a controlled method to capture CO2 from power plants using limestone and dolomite rocks, mimicking nature's slow geological process. The system captures part of the CO2, leaving room for engineering improvements towards a practical carbon capture technology.
A new study by Prof. Anat Zohar and Dr. Yochai Z. Shavit finds that older adults learn best through active learning methods, such as connecting new ideas to existing knowledge and experiences. This approach can boost memory, emotional well-being, and a sense of purpose in later life.
Hebrew University researchers Prof. Ori Katz and Prof. Devorah Manekin receive €2 million ERC Consolidator Grants for innovative projects in optical imaging and nonviolent resistance, advancing fields of biomedical imaging, remote sensing, and democracy promotion.
A recent study published in Nature Communications found that the human brain processes spoken language in a sequence mirroring advanced AI language models. The research suggests that artificial intelligence can offer insights into how the brain constructs meaning, challenging traditional rule-based theories.
A new remote group intervention, CRAFT-G, combining cognitive training and occupational-therapy-based strategies, showed high satisfaction and clinically meaningful improvements in daily functioning among cancer survivors. The program proved to be accessible and effective in helping survivors manage 'chemobrain' and reclaim everyday life.
Avenas has won the Rhodium Ventures 2025 Competition with its groundbreaking transparent nano-coating, reducing heat buildup in buildings and vehicles without consuming energy. The company will receive up to NIS 6.5 million in investment commitments from the Earth & Beyond Ventures fund.
Prof. Yassour's research explores the developing infant microbiome and its impact on pediatric health, with implications for understanding immune development and childhood disease. Her groundbreaking work has advanced our understanding of how early-life microbial development influences health trajectories.
A new study reveals that plant gas emissions are triggered by rapid changes in weather, not just dry conditions. The research shows that vegetation responds immediately to shifts in humidity and temperature, changing the rate of emissions of biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs) into the air.
Researchers developed a new type of gas sensor that can identify different types of air components by recognizing tiny structural differences in common volatile compounds. The sensor, which uses custom-built sugar-based receptors, shows promise for future non-invasive medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and quality control.
The Israeli Femicide Observatory reports a sharp rise in femicide cases across Israel, with 44 women murdered between January and November 18. The report highlights key trends and calls for urgent policy action to address systemic failures in prevention and oversight.
The Hebrew University has jumped dozens of places to reach 23rd worldwide in Public Administration, surpassing Harvard. The university ranks 15th in Mathematics, 16th in Communication, 34th in Law, and 88th overall.
Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have discovered that the magnetic component of light plays a direct role in the Faraday Effect, challenging a 180-year-old scientific understanding. The discovery shows that light can magnetically influence matter, not just illuminate it.
A new study led by Prof. Maayan Salton and Dr. Tal Schiller found that gestational diabetes alters the placenta's genetic messages, causing hundreds of errors in protein synthesis. The key protein SRSF10 appears to contribute to this process, suggesting a potential therapeutic target for mitigating its effects.
A 12,000-year-old clay figurine from Nahal Ein Gev II in northern Israel depicts a woman and goose, revealing human-animal interaction and symbolic expression. The piece showcases naturalism, light manipulation, and artistic innovations predating the Neolithic era.
A new study reveals that even seemingly well-intentioned initiatives to help the disadvantaged side of a conflict can produce negative consequences. When humanitarian aid is not coupled with genuine political change, it may lead to moral satisfaction and decreased support for meaningful concessions for peace.
Life in Space bridges astrophysics and biology to explore conditions for life on Earth and beyond. The book offers a comprehensive view of astrobiology, tracing how astronomical and biological forces intersect to create and sustain life.
Researchers at Hebrew University of Jerusalem unlock natural pathway to immortalize cow cells, overcoming major barrier to affordable cultivated beef. The study reveals bovine cells can spontaneously renew themselves indefinitely without genetic modification.
A new study introduces a high-resolution melting PCR-based technique to track leishmaniasis, identifying sand fly species and detecting Leishmania parasites from a single sample. The approach reveals complex transmission patterns and ecological zones, enabling earlier intervention and targeted control strategies.
A nationwide study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem found that adolescents with migraines are three times more likely to have high blood pressure. The research suggests that early blood pressure screening for teens with migraines could help detect cardiovascular risks before they develop into chronic disease.
A new study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem reveals that while Israel can technically sustain itself through local vegetative food production, the economic price would be staggering. The researchers argue that a balanced approach, combining agricultural innovation, diversified import sources, and strategic food storage, offers ...
A new study found that parental emotional support helps protect children from anxiety and distress during wartime. Parents who encouraged open conversations and validated emotions created a safe space strengthening their children's resilience in the face of conflict.
A new study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem reveals that early sound exposure significantly affects brain activity and emotional preferences in mice. Male mice develop strong behavioral changes when exposed to Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 or silence, while female mice show varied preferences.
A new study shows that eosinophils, typically linked to allergies, play a protective role against Candida infections by recognizing the fungus and releasing proteins that stop its growth. This discovery opens the door to new therapies that could strengthen natural defenses against life-threatening fungal infections.
A multidisciplinary team identified a network of water tunnels carved into soft tufa rock at Nahal 'Amal, which powered sugar mills during the Mamluk period. Radiometric dating suggests these channels supplied water to sugar mills, highlighting local ingenuity and adaptation to scarcity.
Researchers at Hebrew University of Jerusalem have created a new type of drug molecule that can precisely destroy TERRA, an RNA molecule helping certain cancer cells survive. The discovery paves the way for a new generation of RNA-based cancer treatments targeting genetic roots rather than symptoms.
Researchers revive dark matter as a serious contender for explaining the Milky Way's central glow, proposing a more complex and nonspherical dark matter structure. Advanced simulations reveal that dark matter may still be the best explanation for the excess of high-energy radiation observed by NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope.
Researchers found that 1% penciclovir cream is safe and well-tolerated when used to treat feline herpesvirus type 1-related eye infections. The cream maintained antiviral levels for over eight hours, suggesting twice-daily use could effectively manage the condition.
A team of researchers identified a unique protein signature that can predict which patients are likely to resist standard therapies, paving the way for personalized treatments. By blocking a specific transporter system, they made tumors more sensitive to treatment, suggesting a promising new avenue for treating colorectal cancer.
A team of scientists has created a detailed model of how cells regulate traffic through the nuclear pore complex, revealing that flexible protein chains create an entropic barrier that admits only properly escorted cargo. This breakthrough sheds light on diseases like cancer, Alzheimer's, and ALS, where this transport system fails.
Researchers discovered that neurons in the brain's auditory cortex show large bursts of activity tied to specific moments in a task, suggesting a deep connection between behavior and sound processing. This 'tuning' mechanism enables the brain to produce smaller but more distinctive responses to sounds guiding task performance.
A team of astronomers has discovered the first tidal disruption event producing bright radio emission outside the center of a galaxy. The event revealed the fastest-evolving radio emission ever observed from a black-hole-driven stellar disruption, suggesting delayed and complex processes in the aftermath of the disruption.
Researchers discovered how individual MXene flakes behave at the single-flake level, revealing changes in conductivity and optical response. The new spectroscopic micro-ellipsometry technique allowed for non-destructive measurements of individual MXene flakes, providing fundamental knowledge needed to design smarter technologies.
Researchers at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a binder-free method for 3D printing silica glass using light to trigger a chemical reaction. This breakthrough enables custom, high-performance glass components that were previously impossible to manufacture.
A decade-long study found that children with early-developed empathy were more likely to experience anxiety and depression during the Israel-Hamas war, highlighting the dual role of empathy in mental health. The research suggests that empathy can be both a strength and a vulnerability in the face of mass trauma.
A new study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem suggests that the stability of alpha amino acid backbones led to their selection as the foundation for proteins. The research proposes an assembly-driven model for the origins of life, offering fresh insight into how chemistry shaped biology.
A review by Prof. Mayer Brezis reveals finasteride's potential psychiatric effects, including depression and suicidal thoughts, despite mounting evidence; hundreds of thousands may have suffered from depression, and hundreds more may have died by suicide.
Researchers confirm nickel-rich metallic alloys in diamonds from South Africa's Voorspoed mine, revealing a 'redox-freezing' reaction between oxidized melts and reduced mantle rock. The study provides new insights into mantle dynamics and the formation of kimberlites, ocean island basalts, and volcanic magmas.
The Hebrew University team has developed a way to capture nearly all the light emitted from tiny diamond defects known as color centers. This breakthrough enables the development of next-generation quantum computers, sensors, and communication networks.
A new study reveals that Gulf of Aqaba corals have endured four consecutive and intensifying marine heatwaves without mass bleaching. The findings raise hopes for the future of this globally-significant coral reef amid worsening climate change, but highlight the urgent need for regional conservation policies.
A new study led by Prof. Eyal Kalanthroff and Prof. Helen Blair Simpson found that acute trauma can spark the onset of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) or intensify existing symptoms. Nearly 40% of survivors from Gaza communities met OCD criteria, with new-onset symptoms reported by nearly one in four.
A new study reveals how hotels can mirror the psychological pains of imprisonment during wartime, raising questions about displaced communities. Evacuees experienced emotional and psychological distress, feeling trapped in comfortable yet confining settings.
A new study at Hebrew University of Jerusalem found that Israeli men with emotional regulation difficulties were more likely to develop gambling problems after the October 7 attacks. Gambling became a coping mechanism for fear, grief, and uncertainty during the war.
The QROCODILE project has achieved record sensitivity in detecting light dark matter particles using superconducting detectors cooled to near absolute zero. The team set new world-leading limits on how dark matter interacts with ordinary matter, opening a door to future breakthroughs.