Dr. Limor Shifman of Hebrew U and Dafna Lemish of Tel Aviv U studied the current state of blonde jokes. Their research was published in the journal Society.
In case you thought that blond hair and low IQ really are connected genetically, well, this probably isn’t the case. Very possibly, argue Shifman and Lemish, men make [...]

If there is more than one cell phone per person in a country, what does that say about the country? And, by the way, keep in mind that in a list of 212 countries from 2007, Canada only came in 112th place with a mere 0.576 phones per person. The United States was 72nd on [...]

If you’re in high school, it’s that time of the year when you’re thinking about where you’ll be next year!  Some of you will stick around at home. Others will want to get as far into the world as possible. If would like to explore your international options at one of the top 100 universities [...]

The tragic earthquake in Haiti has seen nations, organisations and individuals around the world rush to the aid of those in need. The US has sent supplies and personnel, Britain sent 64 firemen and 8 volunteers, France sent troops for Search and Rescue. Many nations have sent money. I am so proud of the world [...]

Solid evidence that the Hebrew University is the leading research institution of higher learning – not only in Israel but in the world, leading the way ahead of some of the most most outstanding international universities.

Observing Kashrut has always been one of the foundations of living an observant Jewish life. But this year, it appears the value of Kashrut is also being recognized by the non-observant, Jews – and non-Jews alike. In the interests of health, humaitariasm and food safety statistics are up for Kosher food. Mintel, the research group,  [...]

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem attracts around 1,200 overseas students from 70 countries worldwide. Students come to experience one of the most vibrant, connected, cross-cultural and open-minded University’s in the world. Every year, a group of Canadian students  of all ages and backgrounds study at the the Hebrew University’s dedicated centre for overseas students. Join [...]

It’s in our genes, say Hebrew University, Singapore and Chinese researchers
Why do some people like to take risks by playing “longshot” payoffs while, on the other hand, taking the opposite tack by buying insurance to reduce risks? A team of economists and molecular geneticists from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and two Asian universities say [...]

So…… you’ve travelled halfway around the world to spend a year or a semester studying in Jerusalem. The education is exceptional. The experience is once-in-a- lifetime.You’ve met new people from around the world who will be your friends for life – bonded by this unique time together. But you’re missing one thing. A regular place [...]