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Meat Created by Israeli and Palestinian Engineers at Hebrew University Using Injection Molding and Metamaterials
January 16, 2025 – Blind taste tests conducted as part of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s research to develop whole cuts of meat revealed difficulty in distinguishing between farmed and artificial meat (lamb and beef) developed for the first time using metamaterials and injection
Breathing Life into Ancient Texts: Unveiling Greco-Roman Medicine Through Modern Reenactments
January 15, 2025 – A team of researchers led by Dr. Orly Lewis from the Department of Classics at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem introduced a pioneering multidisciplinary approach to the study of ancient medical texts. Supported by a grant from the European Research Council (ERC), this
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Emergency Cardiac Care Assessed in Hebrew University Study
January 14, 2025 – Emergency hospital visits declined substantially for acute coronary syndrome, across several demographic groups, during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study conducted by Hebrew University of Jerusalem researchers. The study, published in the International Journal of
Hebrew University Unveils Revitalized Learning Center for the Blind, Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusion
January 13, 2025 – The Hebrew University of Jerusalem has unveiled the newly renovated Learning Center for the Blind, a pioneering initiative dedicated to supporting blind and visually impaired students who study at the University. The center operates on the Mount Scopus campus, with an
Early Hominin Toolmaking in Ethiopia Sheds Light on Engineering Ingenuity
January 13, 2025 – A new study published in PLOS ONE explored the decision-making processes of early hominins between 1.6 and 1.0 million years ago in the Ethiopian highlands. The international research project, spearheaded by Prof. Erella Hovers and Dr. Tegenu Gossa from the Institute of
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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.