• Aug272025

    Viruses Hidden in Fungi May Drive Deadly Lung Infections

    Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, in collaboration with the Institute of Microbiology at Friedrich Schiller University, have identified…

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  • Aug202025

    Professor Oron Shagrir Elected Rector of the Hebrew University

    The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is pleased to announce the election of Prof. Oron Shagrir as its next Rector, following…

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  • Aug202025

    Professor Asher Cohen Reflects on His Tenure as HU President

    As Prof Asher Cohen’s tumultuous yet immensely successful tenure as President of the Hebrew University draws to conclusion, he is…

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  • Aug182025

    Hebrew University Ranked 88th in the World’s 100 Best Universities

    The Hebrew University of Jerusalem has been ranked 88th in the world in the Shanghai World University Rankings 2025, published…

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  • Aug182025

    The Index of Jewish Art Relaunching as the Bezalel Narkiss Index of Jewish Art and Material Culture

    The Bezalel Narkiss Index of Jewish Art is the world’s largest repository of Jewish material culture, documenting over 400,000 images…

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  • Aug142025

    Climbing Stairs or Supporting Democracy: How Much Is Democracy Worth to You?

    Would you give up the ability to climb a flight of stairs in exchange for the assurance that your country…

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  • Aug142025

    Bee and Frog Proteins: Nature’s Double Defense Against Farm Superbugs

    A new study reveals that combining natural antimicrobial peptides can significantly slow the development of antimicrobial resistance in bacteria. The research shows…

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  • Aug142025

    Humanitarian Aid Can Inadvertently Prolong Armed Conflicts New Study Reveals

    A new study examines the unintended consequences of humanitarian aid in conflict zones, showing how well-intentioned assistance can become a…

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  • Aug112025

    HUJI’s 2025 Impact Report

    We’re excited to share HUJI’s 2025 Impact Report, a follow-up to the original 2023 edition, now enriched with updated statistics…

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  • Aug112025

    Robes Reintroduced at New Doctors’ Convocation Ceremony

    In honor of the Hebrew University’s centennial, academic robes were introduced for the first time—worn by PhD recipients, deans, and…

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