Is it really a wise and ethically acceptable strategy to burn food rather than eat it?  This is one of the key questions to be addressed by Prof. Hans Werner Sinn, President of the Ifo Institute for Economic Research, who will speak at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem next week on ‘Table or Tank: The [...]

Over the Pesach break I had the chance to travel with family to Eilat for a few days. It was good times, enjoying the hot weather, relaxing on the beach and working on the tan. When in Eilat I recommend visiting the under water observatory which houses some of the most exotic and beautiful sea [...]

The Israeli public feels that science and scientific research are a prime source of national pride, a survey undertaken by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has shown. The survey, aimed at determining the public’s attitude towards science and scientific researchers, also revealed that a substantial portion of the public feels that more resources should be [...]

Lake Victoria used to provide a wealth of food and protein for the  families of Uganda. But that was until bigger business got involved and altered the course of nature. Fifty years ago, the Nile Perch was introduced into Lake Victoria in order to grow local fisheries. The Nile Perch is a predator and it [...]

Dina Wachtel is delighted to present Dylan Segal with his iPod touch for writing the winning blog in the Hebrew You launch competition. Below are his wise words: I am currently a post-secondary student, and can hopefully shed some light for those up and comers contemplating a post-secondary institution. I went to Uvic for my [...]

We know exactly where an object is when we say it is “within the reach of our hand.”  But if we don’t have a hand, can we still see the object just where it is? Apparently not, say researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Hadassah Hospital-Mount Scopus. The space within reach of our [...]

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,  [...]