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cCMV Infection: Successful Implementation of Pooled Saliva Tests
March 18, 2024 — In a recent study, researchers successfully introduced pooled saliva polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests for the universal screening of congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) infection. This new method helps detect and intervene early in the most common congenital infection, known
Navigating Israeli Security and Foreign Policy: Before and After October 7th
March 18, 2024 — A new study conducted by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem sheds light on the intricate dynamics between foreign policy and the sense of security among individual citizens, with a specific focus on Jewish-Israeli citizens. Dr. Ofek Riemer, from the Department of International
First-Ever Observation of a Pseudoscorpion “Riding” on a Scorpion
March 18, 2024 — A recent study led by Dr. Sharon Warburg and Dr. Efrat Gavish-Regev from the National Natural History Collections at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) alongside University of Haifa Ph.D. student Yoram Zvik, documented the first observation of phoresy (a phenomenon where one
New Hebrew University Trauma Institute Established to Design New Clinical Approaches and Train Therapists Following October 7th Attacks
March 18, 2024 — Israel’s foremost trauma experts have established a new Institute at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem to design new clinical approaches and train therapists to deal with the nationwide traumas as a result of the October 7th Hamas attacks. Hebrew University’s Israel Center
ADHD: Unveiling a New Intervention Mapping Protocol for Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Mothers of Children
March 18, 2024 — In a pioneering initiative, researchers Prof. Adina Maeir and Ph.D. student Jennifer Budman from the Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Occupational Therapy developed a culturally sensitive psychological health promotion intervention for ultra-Orthodox Jewish (UOJ) mothers of
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03/20/2024 12:00 PM–2:00 PM
Dental Medicine and Israel: Featuring HU’s Dean Avi Zini
03/23/2024 7:00 PM ET
2024 Palm Beach Scopus
04/04/2024 7:00 PM CT
A Conversation about Antisemitism and Academia
05/01/2024
AFHU Western Mission to Israel 2024
05/09/2024 12 Noon
54th Annual George A. Katz Torch of Learning Award Luncheon
06/01/2024
87th International Board of Governors
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Igniting Impact
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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.