Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Jerusalem-based university founded in 1918 by Einstein and Chaim Weizmann
Why paracetamol – one of the world’s most common painkillers – works
A new Israeli study reveals that paracetamol doesn’t function only in the brain; it also blocks pain at its source by acting on nerve endings in the body.
June 22, 2025: Crisis response
Understanding the mind of Albert Einstein
'We’re going to actually live and be Einstein'
The gatekeeping custodian: Why Stanley Fischer was Netanyahu's best-ever appointment - opinion
MIDDLE ISRAEL: Stanley Fischer became the gatekeeping custodian of governance that Netanyahu’s current government dreads.
A century of vision: Renewing Israel’s commitment to higher education - opinion
Our predecessors built universities before there was a state. We, who have a state, must now ensure that we continue to deserve those universities.
A Christian student’s life-changing year at Hebrew U - opinion
Boycotting Israeli universities doesn’t just harm Israel; it deprives students worldwide of the opportunity to study at an outstanding institution in a beautiful, historic, diverse, and fair country
Hebrew U., IDF researchers discover how to triple survival rates after severe blood loss
The Medical Corps previously discovered that giving whole blood is beneficial to soldiers who hemorrhaged significantly and couldn’t be evacuated immediately.
'Trying to intimidate us': Hebrew U, TAU hit back at Kisch's call for funding cuts over Nakba event
Both the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv University condemned Kisch's call to cut funding to their institutions.
What’s in a name? Diving into the ancient names of biblical Israel
Ancient name data reveals Israel was more diverse than Judah, offering new insight into biblical-era societies through a modern statistical lens.
Grapevine, May 11, 2025: It’s all academic
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Most Israelis believe peace agreement with Palestinians would improve security and economy - survey
Many respondents believed a political solution would enhance safety, strengthen the economy, and increase stability, despite doubts about its feasibility.
‘Philanthropy is not only about giving money. It’s about giving time’
Montreal’s Danielle Pollack speaks of her long association with Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University and why philanthropy of all kinds is so important to day.
'Philanthropy is not only about giving money. It’s about giving time'
In the second episode of the 2025 season of ‘The Philanthropists,’ Danielle Pollack a longtime supporter of Canadian Friends of Hebrew University, speaks to Israeli writer and director Maor Zaguri.
New library, new hope: Scholars, tourists, and refuge at the National Library after Oct. 7
The war is never far from the sight and minds of visitors and staff, but the quiet exhibition dedicated to the hostages gives contemplative and heart space to mourn.
