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Fighting Antibiotic Resistance with Peptide Cocktails Detailed by Hebrew University Study
July 25, 2024 — In a new development to fighting antibiotic resistance, a new study by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem found that antimicrobial peptide mixtures offer a lower risk of resistance compared to single antimicrobial peptides (AMPs). The widespread use of antibiotics
Advanced Method for Rock Engraving Analysis: Computational Answers to Riddles on Stone
July 16, 2024 — Ph.D. student Lena Dubinsky and Prof. Leore Grosman from the Computational Archaeology Laboratory at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s Institute of Archaeology have pioneered a new method to study rock engravings, merging technological and visual analysis to uncover the
Hebrew University Celebrates ERC Proof of Concept Grants for Pioneering Research in Diagnostics and Therapy
July 16, 2024 — The Hebrew University of Jerusalem proudly congratulates three of its esteemed researchers for receiving prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Proof of Concept (POC) Grants. These grants, each valued at €150,000 (about $163,000 USD), are designed to bridge the gap between
First-Ever Study of the Psychological Impact of War on Autistic Children
July 16, 2024 — In the first-ever study of autistic children and their parents in the context of war, Dr. Judah Koller from the Seymour Fox School of Education at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and his team, led by doctoral student Shir Rozenblat, found alarming preliminary findings on the
Can AI Support Mental Health Therapy? Hebrew University Researchers Propose a Hybrid Model
July 16, 2024 — A new study by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem proposes a hybrid model in which artificial intelligence (AI) supports therapeutic processes without replacing the crucial human elements of empathy and emotional engagement. According to a new study published in
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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.