Author: CFTAU

Breaking the Mould – From Rabbinical Studies in South Africa to Postdoctoral Fellow at Tel Aviv University’s School of Mechanical Engineering.

Written on 7 September 2023.

After completing religious High School, and four years of post-secondary rabbinical training, deciding to attend Concordia...

Tel Aviv University ranked first outside the USA in the number of unicorns established by alumni

Written on 16 August 2023.

The Prestigious Stanford index ranks TAU as Israel’s leading entrepreneurial university. A new study from...

Head of Science at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Meets TAU’s Scientific Community

Written on 2 August 2023.

Prof. Stephen Quake visited Tel Aviv University and talked about science and collaboration. Prof. Stephen Quake,...

Destroying Cancer: new drug delivery system containing RNA therapy can target cancer cells in bone marrow

Written on 30 July 2023.

Researchers from Tel Aviv University develop nanoparticles containg RNA molecules, similar to those used in...

Barbie Buzz: Mattel CEO Shares Branding Wisdom with Tel Aviv University Students

Written on 23 July 2023.

Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz, an alumnus of Tel Aviv University’s Coller School of Management, spoke to students about...

Unearthing Ancient Intelligence

Written on 23 July 2023.

Early humans in Israel’s Hula Valley invested in systematic procurement of raw materials hundreds of thousands...

Researchers Produce Highly Efficient, Low-cost “Green” Hydrogen

Written on 17 July 2023.

Initial hope for mass production of green hydrogen, which will dramatically reduce global CO2 emissions. Tel...

Researchers Induce Cancer Cell “Suicide”

Written on 16 July 2023.

Tel Aviv University’s breakthrough study unleashes self-produced toxin, targeting and eliminating cancer...

Metabolomics – A New Frontier in Preventive Medicine

Written on 13 July 2023.

Tel Aviv University’s new Metabolite Medicine Division at the BLAVATNIK Center for Drug Discovery poised...

Older Bats do Suffer from Age-related Hearing Loss

Written on 13 July 2023.

Recent study challenges the prevailing belief that bats are immune to age-related hearing loss, suggesting the...

One Third of Normal-Weight Individuals are Obese

Written on 12 July 2023.

Researchers at Tel Aviv University found that the widely used Body Mass Index (BMI) measurement is less sensitive...

Operation Guardian of the Walls: Women, Young People and Residents of the South Paid the Heaviest Price

Written on 12 July 2023.

Smartwatches prove that residents of the south suffered significantly more harm than the rest of the population. During...

Due to Climate Change, More Animals will Become Extinct Outside of Nature Reserves than Within Them

Written on 12 July 2023.

According to int’l study surveying more than 14,000 species of amphibians and reptiles. A new international...

Discovery May Lead to Personalized Medicine for Infectious Diseases

Written on 11 July 2023.

Tel Aviv University researchers open new doors for applying personalized medicine to infectious diseases, moving...

Tel Aviv University 1st in Israel in QS World University Ranking 2024

Written on 28 June 2023.

International ranking evaluates top 1,500 universities worldwide. Tel Aviv University has achieved a remarkable...

Breakthrough Gene Therapy Offers Hope for Severe Developmental Epilepsy in Children

Written on 27 June 2023.

Advancing treatment and improving quality of life. Researchers at Tel Aviv University, among other institutions,...

Prof. Isaac P. Witz Honored with 2023 Szent-Györgyi Prize for Progress in Cancer Research

Written on 26 June 2023.

Renowned Tel Aviv University Professor Emeritus recognized for his groundbreaking scientific contributions. An...

Tel Aviv University and the Sackler Family Agreed to Remove the Name Sackler from the Faculty of Medicine

Written on 22 June 2023.

A joint announcement on behalf of Tel Aviv University and the Sackler family. For the last 50 years, the...

A Step Closer to Beating Melanoma?

Written on 18 June 2023.

New study reveals critical insights in fight against skin cancer. A new study conducted at Tel Aviv University...

Introducing Tel Aviv University’s Student Success Center

Written on 18 June 2023.

Student services get a welcome refresh. Until today, TAU’s Student Services Division has been dedicated to...

The Life-to-Death Digital Continuum

Written on 15 June 2023.

What happens to your Facebook profile when you pass away? The fate of our profiles and data which remain...

The Tel Aviv University Alumnus Super-Driving the Future

Written on 14 June 2023.

Mobileye CEO and trailblazing technologist Prof. Amnon Shashua on what fuels his work and philanthropy. As...

Imagining the Future Patient

Written on 13 June 2023.

Biomedical and technological progress is at the tipping point of transforming medicine into a more precise, proactive...

New Treatment Reduces ADHD Symptoms in 1 out of 3 Students

Written on 13 June 2023.

CPAT, a groundbreaking Tel Aviv University development, offers promising results with sustained improvement months...

“Hope Is Like the Air We Breathe”

Written on 11 June 2023.

The role of hope in supporting mental health. The role of hope in supporting mental health is not sufficiently...

The Power of Sleep

Written on 7 June 2023.

New study reveals that brain’s coordination between hippocampus and cortex during sleep boosts memory consolidation,...

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was hosted by Tel Aviv University

Written on 5 June 2023.

Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, was a guest at Tel Aviv University today together with Ilya Sutskever, Co-founder...

Sam Altman to Visit Tel Aviv University

Written on 31 May 2023.

TAU to host the OpenAI Founder and CEO as part of his globetrotting OpenAI world tour. As Altman is due to visit...

CRISPR Unveils Plant Gene Potential

Written on 29 May 2023.

Breakthrough method revolutionizes agricultural crop improvement for enhanced properties. Since the agricultural...

New Studies Expose Coral Reef Crisis in Eilat

Written on 28 May 2023.

Deadly epidemic killed all the black sea urchins in the Gulf of Eilat, placing coral reefs at risk. Recent,...

Thousands Participate in Tel Aviv University’s Open Day

Written on 23 May 2023.

Prospective students get a taste of campus life and explore study tracks on the University’s second open...

Prof. Yosef Shiloh Elected as International Member of US National Academy of Sciences

Written on 18 May 2023.

Renowned Tel Aviv University Professor Emeritus recognized for pioneering cancer research and advocacy for rare...

Empowering Israeli-Arab Students in Humanities

Written on 17 May 2023.

Inauguration of the Cohn Program for Israeli-Arab Inclusion in the Humanities at Tel Aviv University. The...

This Week: TAU’s Board of Governors Meeting 2023

Written on 14 May 2023.

This year’s event, May 14—21, provides a special cause for celebration marking the end of our $1 billion...

Google and Tel Aviv University Launch New AI and Data Science Research Program

Written on 9 May 2023.

Three-Year Program Focused on AI for Sustainability and Education. Google and Tel Aviv University are continuing...

“Stay Close to Them, but Avoid Clinging to Them”

Written on 9 May 2023.

TAU professor and early childhood expert on how to help children feel secure in times of conflict. During...

The Jewish Wars?

Written on 7 May 2023.

Tel Aviv University hosts int’l emergency conference to address crisis in Israel-Diaspora relations and...

Tel Aviv University Celebrates Long Tradition of Academic Collaboration With Mexico

Written on 4 May 2023.

University hosts “Mexico International Week” on May 8-10. As Israel and Mexico mark 70 years...

International Study Reveals Genetic Link Between Modern Wine Grapes and Ancient Varieties

Written on 4 May 2023.

International Study Reveals Genetic Link Between Modern Wine Grapes and Ancient Varieties. A new study led...

Tel Aviv University Researchers Present New Treatment for Ovarian Cancer

Written on 30 April 2023.

Using RNA-based nanodrugs the researchers achieve 80% survival rate in lab models. Ovarian cancer ranks...

Jack Ma joins Tel Aviv University as Visiting Professor

Written on 27 April 2023.

We are delighted to announce that Mr. Jack Ma, renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, will join the University...

Tel Aviv University Halts Studies to Mark Israel’s Memorial Day

Written on 24 April 2023.

University students and faculty members attend moving ceremony for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism. Israel...

Bats Get “Pregnancy Brain” Too

Written on 23 April 2023.

New study finds that pregnancy affects bats’ sensing capabilities. “Pregnancy brain”...

Haredi Jews – The Main Target of Antisemitic Assaults

Written on 17 April 2023.

The Annual Report on Antisemitism Worldwide – 2022. On the eve of Holocaust Remembrance Day 2023, The Center...

“Family Smoking” on The Porch

Written on 16 April 2023.

Six out of ten children whose parents restrict their smoking to the porch are at risk for being harmed by tobacco...

Three TAU Professors Awarded Israel Prize 2023

Written on 3 April 2023.

Prof. Yoram Dinstein, Prof. Emanuel Peled and Prof. Avital Gasith are all recipients of the prestigious award. Three...

Plants Emit Sounds – Especially When Stressed

Written on 31 March 2023.

In a world first, Tel Aviv University researchers record and analyze sounds distinctly emitted by plants. Do...

Tiny Robot Navigates in Physiological Environment and Captures Targeted Damaged Cells

Written on 28 March 2023.

Meet the hybrid micro-robot: innovative technology only 10 microns across. Researchers at Tel Aviv University...

Hyperbaric Treatment More Effective than Medicines for Fibromyalgia Caused by Head Injury

Written on 24 March 2023.

Researchers say “results were dramatic” for patients who underwent hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Researchers...

“Super Seaweed” Produces Natural Health Compounds and Medicine from the Sea

Written on 20 March 2023.

New Israeli technology could lead to anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral and antibiotic...

World’s First mRNA Vaccine Against Deadly Bacteria

Written on 14 March 2023.

Israeli researchers develop vaccine that is 100% effective against bacteria lethal to humans. For the...

Do We Need ‘Junk DNA’?

Written on 14 March 2023.

Researchers offer possible reason why neutral sequences in the genome of living creatures continue to exist...

Conquering the Wall of Fear

Written on 10 March 2023.

For Periphery Scholar Yakir Mazuz, studying at TAU is a dream come true TAU student Yakir Mazuz had a decisive...

Promoting Women in Medicine

Written on 9 March 2023.

New enrichment program created for and by Tel Aviv University’s female medical students. Women...

#TAU_WOMEN_POWER

Written on 6 March 2023.

Meet female researchers from Tel Aviv University who received the prestigious European Research Council (ERC)...

Declaration of the Tel Aviv University Senate Regarding the Violation of Israeli Democracy

Written on 6 March 2023.

“We call upon the government of Israel and the Knesset to halt legislation that fundamentally alters the...

New Snake Family Identified

Written on 2 March 2023.

As far as researchers are aware the Micrelapidae family includes only three species, one in Israel and neighboring...

Munich Philharmonic Names Lahav Shani its Next Chief Conductor

Written on 26 February 2023.

The 34-year-old Israeli musician and Tel Aviv University alumnus adds another top-notch orchestra to his portfolio. Lahav...

Researchers Discover Mechanism that Facilitates Formation of Brain Metastases

Written on 26 February 2023.

Findings could help predict metastatic recurrence in the brain and a worse prognosis. Brain metastases...

Travelling exhibition displayed for the first time in Israel

Written on 23 February 2023.

The Rosenberg – The German Federal Ministry of Justice in the Shadow of the Nazi Past. In 2012, the German...

Dan David Prize Announces 2023 Winners

Written on 23 February 2023.

Nine emerging historians, archaeologists, curators and digital humanists will each receive $300,000 USD, in recognition...

Prestigious Grant from the European Innovation Council Awarded to Tel Aviv University’s Research Team

Written on 19 February 2023.

Dr. Iftach Nachman from the Faculty of Life Sciences leads the Israeli research team, as part of an international...

Prof. Dan Peer Appointed as Member of the Prestigious American National Academy of Engineering

Written on 19 February 2023.

In recognition of his groundbreaking research developing unique strategies for delivering RNA molecules. The...

First Satellite Observatory for Quantum Optical Communication in Israel

Written on 15 February 2023.

Tel Aviv University’s observatory is among the most advanced in the world. Tel Aviv University establishes...

Does a Food Sharing Economy Benefit the Environment?

Written on 14 February 2023.

According to researchers it depends on how the saved money is spent. Researchers from Tel Aviv University...

Love Blossoms at Tel Aviv University

Written on 14 February 2023.

Two TAU-made couples share their romantic stories. Romance can be found on Tel Aviv University campus...

Light Pollution is Killing Desert Rodents

Written on 9 February 2023.

New study shows that artificial light at night can be harmful to ecosystems, biodiversity, and human health. A...

Are You an Entrepreneur at Heart?

Written on 8 February 2023.

Join the Coller Startup Competition 2023 for the chance to win $100,000 for your startup. Tel Aviv University’s Coller...

Three Tel Aviv University Researchers Awarded the ERC Proof of Concept (PoC) grants

Written on 8 February 2023.

Prof. Ronit Satchi-Fainaro, Prof. Raja Giryes and Prof. Eilon Shani receive the prestigious grants from the European...

Researchers Identify A New Genetic Risk Factor for Age-related Eye Disease

Written on 7 February 2023.

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause for loss of eyesight at an advanced age. Researchers...

Prof. Karen Avraham Wins Prestigious FISEB STAR Award for Scientific Excellence and Leadership

Written on 31 January 2023.

The selection committee: “Her creative ideas, unwavering commitment and leadership have inspired many and...

Thousands Take Part in Tel Aviv University’s Open Day

Written on 31 January 2023.

Prospective students get a taste of campus life and explore study tracks. Today’s Open Day for undergraduate...

From Canada to Israel: A Journey into Environmental Studies

Written on 30 January 2023.

Jack Scher reflects on his journey to TAU and the Environmental Studies MA. The right sorroundings A crisp...

People With Autism Experience Pain at a Higher Intensity

Written on 30 January 2023.

Findings contradict prevalent belief that people on the autism spectrum are ‘indifferent to pain’. A...

Holocaust Education is Expanding in Africa, the Arab World, and Eastern Europe

Written on 26 January 2023.

The Center for the Study of Contemporary European Jewry published its annual report focusing on initiatives around...

Prof. Ehud Gazit Elected Fellow of the US National Academy of Inventors

Written on 24 January 2023.

The appointment is the highest recognition given by the Academy, awarded to innovators whose inventions have...

New Exhibition at the Wiener Library Features “Jews out!” – a Children’s Board Game from Nazi Germany

Written on 24 January 2023.

Players need to quickly collect six ‘Jew hats’ from Jewish areas in the city, and bring them to one...

Robot, Can You Smell This?

Written on 22 January 2023.

In a scientific first, a robot can “smell” using a biological sensor. After having developed a robot that...

Lessons in Tolerance and DNA Extraction in Tel Aviv University’s Medical Labs

Written on 18 January 2023.

High school students on the autism spectrum were integrated for a whole semester in the research laboratories...

Tel Aviv University’s First MedTech Hackathon Sets a High Bar

Written on 17 January 2023.

200 students from six different disciplines find practical solutions to burning challenges in Israeli medicine. TAU’s...

Medical Clowns – No Laughing Matter

Written on 17 January 2023.

Israeli researchers find that medical clowns contribute significantly to the achievement of medical therapeutic...

Coller School of Management Among World’s Top 100 Business Schools

Written on 16 January 2023.

The only Israeli business school included in ranking by CEOWORLD Magazine. Tel Aviv University’s Coller...

New National Research Center at Tel Aviv University

Written on 9 January 2023.

The Israel Center for Applied Systems Analysis to be established. The Israel Ministry of Innovation, Science,...

First Israeli Nanosatellite Designed to Communicate from Space with Optical Ground Station

Written on 4 January 2023.

TAU-SAT3 was successfully launched yesterday. The researchers: “An important step toward demonstrating...

Researchers use Smartwatches to Measure Safety of COVID Vaccine

Written on 28 December 2022.

Tel Aviv University researchers monitored the physiological data of close to 5,000 Israelis over two years. In...

Researchers Identify 100,000 New Types of Viruses

Written on 27 December 2022.

Tel Aviv University researchers successfully identify new viruses, even specify which organisms they are likely...

“Requiem for a Whale” Won Best Student Film Award at the IDA Documentary Awards Ceremony

Written on 25 December 2022.

Ido Weisman’s short documentary film won the award at the world’s most prestigious event dedicated...

Starting from Scratch at TAU’s Lowy International School

Written on 22 December 2022.

MBA student Tim Kogan is starting his career anew in Israel after leaving Ukraine Tim Kogan is a new oleh from...