The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is in the vanguard of global efforts to expand scientific knowledge. The Faculty of Science is organized into six institutes and schools covering a wide array of academic disciplines. Interdisciplinary teams of scientists develop new technologies, treatments for disease and methods to combat environmental threats  - all of which enhance the quality of life and health for people throughout the world, and which have made Hebrew University - and Israel - a technological superpower. 

Basic and applied research is vigorously pursued at Hebrew University. Almost 30% of this research finds commerical application in the high-tech industry through Yissum, Hebrew University’s technology transfer company. 

Additional Achievements (a sampling)

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Dr. Dan Kaganovich of the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology in the Alexander Silberman Institute of Life Sciences introduces himself, his lab, his students and his research goals.

In his first blog entry, Dr. Kaganovich describes the essential elements of setting up his laboratory, "A Picture's Worth a Million Dollars" - November 2011 

AFHU National and Western Region Board member, Joyce Brandman, addresses attendees at the June 19, 2011 dedication of The Saul and Joyce Brandman Science Laboratory during Hebrew University's 74th International Board of Governors Meeting.

View images of The Saul (z"l) and Joyce Brandman Science Teaching Laboratory Building
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For 25 years, Professor Yosef Gruenbaum's research has focused on the nuclear lamina, a tiny structure that lies at the periphery of the nucleus of a cell. Read about his extraordinary work.

Bioengineering
Researchers at the Faculty of Science also conduct pioneering work in bioengineering, a multidisciplinary field that weaves together biology, physics, chemistry, computer science and medicine, and which aims to advance knowledge and create tangible applications in biology and medicine. Download the Bioengineering at Hebrew University brochure.

Learn about the work conducted at Dr. Yaakov Nahmias' microLiver Technologies Laboratories, a state-of-the-art bioengineering facility, which aims to develop a new generation of microdevices, using advanced nanotechnology and tissue engineering.  Read more about Dr. Nahmias' research, Human on a Chip.

Have Hebrew University Scientists Unlocked the Complexities of the Autistic Brain?

Work holds promise for early detection of autism and drug to alleviate symptoms

Out of this World: Study Sheds Light on Solar System Evolution

Discovery of shorter half-life speeds up evolutionary timeline of solar system

New Inter-University Partnership Fosters Research Collaborations and Support of Student Scholars

Agreement forms an "important part of The Hebrew University's relations with the state of Brandenburg"

Discovery of 'Normal' and 'Abnormal' Gene Groups in Cells Has Implications for Future Patient Treatment

Two groups can be found among various organisms and cell types, including stem cells and cancer cells

Strengthening Research Collaborations and Student Exchanges Goal of University of California, Irvine and Hebrew U Agreement

Partnership attests to Israel’s expertise in fields ranging from medicine to environmental engineering

Einstein Archives website receives over 21 million hits and 650,000 unique visitors in its first five days

Website recorded more than 21 million hits and 650,000 unique visitors in its first five days.

Four out of Five Rothschild Prizes Awarded to Hebrew University Researchers

Past recipients include Nobel Prize Winners

Hebrew University Launches Expanded Einstein Archives Website

Launch marks Einstein’s 133rd birthday on March 14, celebrated as National Science Day