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For nearly a century, The British Friends have proudly worked to maintain academic and research excellence, at the heart of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, benefitting students and scholars both in Israel and the UK.

24/08/2026

Hebrew University is proud to congratulate Prof. Haim Sompolinsky on receiving the 2026 Dirac Medal and Prize, one of the world’s most distinguished honours in theoretical physics. His pioneering work bridging physics, neuroscience and artificial intelligence has helped reshape how we understand learning, memory and computation in the brain.
https://ow.ly/5MM250ZAqOA

21/08/2026

Two Hebrew University PhD candidates have received international recognition at NUTRITION 2026 for their research on nutrition and front-of-package food labelling. Or Avishai-Ofer was named one of six finalists worldwide in the ASN Three-Minute Thesis competition, while Alexandra Venger was selected as a finalist in the Emerging Leaders in Nutrition Science Poster Competition — a remarkable achievement for the University’s next generation of researchers.
https://ow.ly/20gn50Zy4Z9

19/08/2026

From protecting Jerusalem’s open landscapes to securing public housing for vulnerable families, Hebrew University’s Clinical Legal Education Centre is putting law into action. Student-led, faculty-supervised legal work is helping individuals access their rights while challenging policies that threaten environmental protection — showing how legal education can advance justice for people and the planet: https://www.bfhu.org/2026/07/30/public-housing-and-defending-the-environment/

17/08/2026

A new Hebrew University study reveals what hospitals can learn from treating mass casualties under rocket fire on October 7. The findings highlight the importance of realistic drills, stronger communication, staff protection and better coordination — lessons that could help hospitals worldwide prepare for modern warfare and future crises.
https://ow.ly/orNb50Zy4H6

14/08/2026

The Hebrew University let a Palestinian-Israeli Collaboration to develop climate-resilient wheat for a hotter, drier Middle East.
In a time of deep division, this Israeli-Palestinian collaboration shows how shared challenges can still inspire shared purpose — and real hope for a sustainable future.
https://ow.ly/p9wc50Zwbua

12/08/2026

The Hebrew University and Hadassah Medical Center are participating in a €15 Million International Trial exploring phage therapy as a possible alternative to antibiotics for drug-resistant urinary tract infections.
In a field with so much urgent need, this is research with the potential to change lives — and a powerful example of Hebrew University impact on the world stage.
https://ow.ly/7LHt50ZwbCc

10/08/2026

The Hebrew University and ICL Group have launched a strategic collaboration designed to accelerate the journey from scientific discovery to industrial innovation. By bringing academia and industry together earlier, the partnership aims to turn breakthrough research into real-world impact faster.
https://ow.ly/eHhb50Zwbgq

07/08/2026

A Hebrew University study has found an unexpected shortcut for producing real dairy protein in plants, bringing sustainable, animal-free ingredients one step closer to reality. A fascinating breakthrough at the intersection of plant science, food innovation and the future of dairy.

find out more: https://ow.ly/Lf8B50ZtU7a

05/08/2026

A promising new Hebrew University study offers hope in the fight against , showing a potential way to overcome drug resistance in one of the deadliest brain cancers. Early findings could open the door to more effective treatments in the future.

Read more: https://www.bfhu.org/2026/07/09/new-experimental-approach-may-help-cure-drug-resistance-in-deadly-brain-cancer/

03/08/2026

Can cosmetic procedures become addictive? A new Hebrew University study explores the links between social media, body image and the risk of compulsive aesthetic treatment. A timely reminder of how powerful — and complex — the pressures around appearance can be.

Read more: https://ow.ly/QlMR50ZtTNc

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