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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 Study Reveals Regions May Be Best Predictors of Climate Change in Wetter Areas
August 16, 2022 – When it comes to the world’s climate, in the past decade, Earth keeps sending us its summer siren’s call. According to NASA, 19 of the hottest years have occurred since 2000, with 2016 and 2020 tied for the hottest on record. This summer is already making worldwide […]
Hebrew University Ranks 77th Worldwide and #1 in Israel, According to the 2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) climbed 13 places to rank 77th among the world’s top universities and number one in Israel, according to the 2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), published on August 15, 2022. Topping the list were Harvard, followed by Stanford, MIT, […]
Online Opinions Clouded by Day’s Weather
August 11, 2022 — Prior to the Internet, people heavily relied on recommendations from friends and family before making consumer purchases, choosing a vacation destination, or perhaps even when casting a vote. Today, there is a whole online community influencing us. Understanding how opinions are […]
Hebrew University Researchers Uncover Proof of Ethereum Pool Miners Manipulation
August 10, 2022 – Ethereum miners including F2Pool, the second largest Ethereum mining pool, have been consistently producing blocks that suggest they have been manipulating block timestamps to receive larger mining revenue rewards, according to a new paper by Hebrew University of Jerusalem […]
Sea Spray Keeps Lightning Strikes Away
August 8, 2022 – Hebrew University researchers determined that coarse salty sea spray inhibits lightning over the ocean by as much as 90%, whereas smaller aerosols increase lightning. In a new study published in Nature Communications, the researchers explain why heavy ocean storms have less […]
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Upcoming Events
Events are a great way to meet, mingle, and network with luminaries, philanthropists, and visionaries who share a passion for knowledge.
08/21/2022 3 PM ET | 2 PM CT | 12 PM PT
Virtual Wine Tasting – Odem Mountain Winery
08/28/2022 4 PM ET | 3 PM CT | 1 PM PT
Virtual Wine Tasting – Mony Winery
09/10/2022 6 PM PT
2022 Bel Air Affaire
09/12/2022 5:30 PM PT
HUJI Meet, Mingle, Network, and Program Launch
09/13/2022 12 PM ET
2022 Einstein Visionaries Society Luncheon
09/14/2022 2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 11 AM PT
PLANNED GIVING WEBINAR SERIES:
09/18/2022 4 PM ET | 3 PM CT | 1 PM PT
Virtual Baking Class
10/24/2022
2022 AFHU mission, The Future Is Now. UAE and Israel: Experience Tomorrow, Today
11/05/2022
Western Region Mission to Paris and Israel
06/02/2023
86th International Board of Governors
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.