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Revolutionizing AI-Driven Peptide Therapeutics Strengthening Pipeline for Next-Generation Drug Discovery Based on Research at the Hebrew University
January 9, 2025 — Pepticom, a pioneer in AI-driven peptide-based therapeutics, today announced the successful completion of its Series A1 funding round, securing $6.6 million. Japan Israel High Tech Ventures 2 LP led the round, with strong participation from existing investors. This funding will
Annotatability is a New Method to Decode How AI Learns to Label Developed by Hebrew University Researchers
January 8, 2025 — A powerful, new framework called “Annotatability” has been developed by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem to address a major challenge in biological research — identifying mismatches in cell annotations and characterizing biological data
New Findings Reveal How Herpes Simplex Virus-1 Impacts Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease, According to Hebrew University Study
January 8, 2025 — According to a new study in Cell Reports, the research team used advanced techniques to identify 19 HSV-1-related proteins in the brains of people with AD across all stages of the disease. This discovery adds to the growing evidence that infections like HSV-1 might play a role in
Alon Natanson Appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Yissum, Hebrew University’s Tech Transfer Company
January 6, 2025 — Alon Natanson, a business leader and alumnus of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, has been appointed chief executive officer of Yissum, the Hebrew University Tech Transfer company. He is succeeding Dr. Itzik Goldwasser, who was Yissum’s CEO and president for 15 years, led
First Quantum Computer Powered by Superconductor Technology Built in Israel by Hebrew University and its Tech Transfer Company Yissum
December 17, 2024 — Israel’s first quantum computer, which will provide advanced superconducting technology, is now operational, strengthening its position as a leader in quantum technology. The 20-qubit quantum computer was developed under the leadership of the Israel Innovation Authority,
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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.
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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.