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Drones and Genetics Team Up for Drought Smarter Wheat
June 10, 2025 – A study led by researchers at the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) and the Volcani Institute changes the way scientists uncover the secrets of wheat resilience. By using drones equipped with advanced
Borders and Beyond: Excavating Life on the Medieval Mongolian Frontier
June 6, 2025 – A team of international archaeologists led by Professor Gideon Shelach-Lavi of the Department of Asian Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has uncovered new insights into life along one of Asia’s most enigmatic medieval frontiers. Their findings, recently published
Hebrew University’s Dr. Roni Porat Named CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar for 2025–2027
June 5, 2025 – The Hebrew University of Jerusalem proudly announces that Dr. Roni Porat, a senior lecturer in the Department of Political Science and an important voice in the field of social psychology and conflict studies, has been named one of twelve members of the prestigious 2025–2027
Climate Change Slashes Wind Power Potential, New Forecasts Show
June 3, 2025 – A new study published in the journal Climatic Change highlights significant shifts in wind patterns across the Middle East due to climate change, with critical implications for the region’s wind energy potential. The research, led by Melissa Latt from the Karlsruhe
Secrets of the Mysterious Gobi Wall Uncovered
June 1, 2025 – A new study, led by Professor Gideon Shelach-Lavi and Mr. Dan Golan, archaeologists from the Department of Asia Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and conducted in Mongolia in cooperation with Prof. Chunag Amartuvshin from the National University of Mongolia and
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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.