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News & Updates
Groundbreaking Fossil Discovery Sheds New Light on the Ethiopian Wolf’s Origins
May 24, 2023 – A team of international researchers made a groundbreaking discovery in the Melka Wakena archaeological site, located in the southeastern highlands of Ethiopia, where excavations have been led by Professor Erella Hovers and Dr. Tegenu Gossa from the Institute of Archaeology at the
HU Researchers Uncover Direct Connection Between Autism Spectrum Disorders and Nitric Oxide (NO) Levels
May 23, 2023 – A new study led by Prof. Haitham Amal and his team at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU), discovered a direct connection between Nitric Oxide (NO) levels in the brain and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The new study was featured in the prestigious journal, Advanced Science. NO
Hebrew University Researchers Unveil Molecular Basis for Rapid Decline in Female Alzheimer’s Patients
May 11, 2023 – Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) researchers discovered a molecular mechanism that leads to accelerated cognitive deterioration in women with Alzheimer’s disease. Profs. Hermona Soreq and Yonatan Loewenstein of the Hebrew University Edmond & Lily Safra Center for
Pamela Emmerich Named Next President of American Friends of the Hebrew University
May 8, 2023 — Pamela Nadler Emmerich has been named the next President of American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU). The vote took place at the AFHU National Board of Directors’ meeting in New York. Outgoing President Clive Kabatznik was installed as Board Chair. Emmerich has been an
Experts Warn Online Predators Can Take Control of Children’s Webcams
May 4, 2023 – Cyber researchers have uncovered a new malicious attack that sexual predators use to access webcams and record child pornography using a Zoom competitor, Whereby, to gain complete control of the child’s webcam. The research, which appeared on The Conversation academic website, was
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09/09/2023
2023 Bel Air Affaire
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.
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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.