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The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is one of the world’s most distinguished academic and research institutions. The university is located in Israel, but its work transforms our global landscape. Its students, faculty, and alumni have won eight Nobel Prizes, developed treatments for diseases, and ignited innovation that has led to more than 10,750 patents. We think our founding fathers, Albert Einstein, Sigmund Freud, Chaim Weizmann, and Martin Buber would be quite proud.
News & Updates
Israeli Veterans from Gaza Wars Still Experience Mental Health Effects
September 20, 2023 — Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) researchers Shahaf Leshem, Dr. Eldad Kahe, and Prof. Eyal Kalanthroff of Hebrew University’s Department of Psychology, unveiled significant findings regarding the lasting psychological impacts stemming from the 2014 Israel-Gaza military
Unlocking Mysteries of Octopus Cognition – Paving the Way for Memory Research
September 20, 2023 — A new study by Prof. (Emeritus) Binyamin “Benny” Hochner of the Alexander Silberman Institute of Life Sciences at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) and Prof. Jeff Lichtman from Harvard University unveiled the intricate neural architecture governing the
Unlocking Brain Health: A Non-Invasive Look at Iron Balance
September 13, 2023 – A research team led by Shir Filo and Prof. Aviv Mezer of Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU), and Dr. Tal Shahar, Director of the Neurosurgical Oncology Unit at the Neurosurgery Department at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center unveiled a groundbreaking magnetic resonance imaging
Hebrew University Researchers Harness Advanced Genomic Techniques to Reclassify Mysterious Camel Spiders
September 14, 2023 – A team of researchers including the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) has increased the understanding of arachnid evolution including the remarkable camel spider, using modern genomic techniques to uncover the mysteries of enigmatic organisms living in challenging
Hebrew University Takes the Lead Among Israeli Universities with the Highest Number of 2023 ERC ‘Starting Grant’ Recipients
September 12, 2023 — The European Research Council (ERC), the grant fund of the European Union, allocated 16.7 million euros (NIS 69 million) to support 10 researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) with ‘Starting Grants.’ Each of these scholars will receive an individual
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01/20/2024
2024 Scopus Award Gala
03/23/2024 7:00 PM ET
Palm Beach Scopus Award Gala
05/01/2024
AFHU Western Mission to Morocco and Israel 2024
Hebrew University at a Glance
484 Awards of Excellence
Including 8 Nobel Prizes in Chemistry, Physics, and Economics.
3,400+ Research Projects
Representing 30% of all academic scientific research in Israel.
10,750+ registered patents
Covering 2,800 inventions, more than 900 licensed technologies, and the launch of 170 spin-off companies.
25,000
Students
Studying across 6 campuses, 7 faculties, together with 1,300 researchers.
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Special Initiatives
AFHU LEAD
AFHU LEAD identifies, cultivates, and mentors the next generation of leaders for American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU). By engaging seasoned facilitators and brilliant Hebrew University researchers, AFHU LEAD connects future leaders to Israel’s premier research university, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Rimon Initiative
The Rimon Philanthropic Investment Initiative is a new, philanthropy-based venture creation engine from AFHU in partnership with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem; Yissum, the university’s technology transfer company; and ASPER HUJI-Innovate, the university’s center for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Igniting Impact
Supporting Social Initiatives at HU, is a new campaign from AFHU designed to propel social impact initiatives with a global outreach. By selecting the project that speaks to you, you will be able to identify, support, and follow your philanthropic impact.
AFHU LEAD
AFHU LEAD identifies, cultivates, and mentors the next generation of leaders for American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU). By engaging seasoned facilitators and brilliant Hebrew University researchers, AFHU LEAD connects future leaders to Israel’s premier research university, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Rimon Initiative
The Rimon Philanthropic Investment Initiative is a new, philanthropy-based venture creation engine from AFHU in partnership with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem; Yissum, the university’s technology transfer company; and ASPER HUJI-Innovate, the university’s center for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Igniting Impact
Supporting Social Initiatives at HU, is a new campaign from AFHU designed to propel social impact initiatives with a global outreach. By selecting the project that speaks to you, you will be able to identify, support, and follow your philanthropic impact.