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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
Hebrew University’s Eliezer Rabinovici Elected President Of Cern Council—European Nuclear Research Organization
September 27, 2021—The CERN Council announced the election of Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) physicist Professor Eliezer Rabinovici as its 24th President as of January 2022. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, CERN is the largest nuclear particle research center in the world. Rabinovici will be […]
Largest Population-Based Study of “Lazy Eye” Reveals Public Health’s Blind Spots
September 14, 2021-An estimated 1% to 5% of children worldwide have lazy eye — a childhood condition where vision does not develop properly. It happens because one or both eyes are unable to build a strong link to the brain. It usually only affects one eye and means that the child can see less […]
How Artificial Neurons Can Imitate Our Brains
We are in the midst of a scientific and technological revolution. The computers of today use artificial intelligence to learn from examples and to execute sophisticated functions that, until recently, were thought impossible. These smart algorithms can recognize faces and even drive autonomous […]
Taking Stock of Markets on the First Day of School
As any kindergartner or first-grader can tell you, the first day of school can be nerve-wracking. To ease the transition, parents often take the day off to accompany their kids to school. However, as women increasingly participate in the workforce, new research finds that their absence on the […]
CLINICAL RESULTS SHOW TRICOR (FENOFIBRATE) EFFECTIVE IN TREATING SEVERE COVID-19 PATIENTS
Hebrew University study shows lipid-lowering drug reduced inflammation in 48 hours and removed the need for oxygen support within 5 to 7 days for hospitalized COVID-19 patients. The SARS-CoV-2 virus has infected over 165 million people worldwide causing nearly 3.5 million deaths. Recent vaccination […]
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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.
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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.