First-of-its-kind study shows how invasive marine species survive under surprising environmental conditions.
The...
Want Success in Business? Have a Diverse Workforce
Diversity in gender and ethnicity among employees can lead to over 50% improvement in company decision-making.
Gender...
Our Ancestors Irreparably Damaged the Timna Valley Environment 3000 Years Ago
Their activities destroyed local vegetation for the copper industry.
Humans destroying ecosystems apparently...
World’s Earliest Evidence of Opium Use
Opium residue was found in Israel, dating back to the 14th century BC. Researchers believe Canaanites used the...
Slowing Down Skin Cancer
Tel Aviv University researchers decipher the mechanism that enables skin cancer to metastasize to the brain –...
Facebook Proven to Negatively Impact Mental Health
New study first to establish causal link between use of the platform and reported worsening in anxiety and depression...
Are Corals in Deep Trouble?
Reproductive capacity of coral decreases with water depth.
Today, when coral reefs around the world are...
At the Vanguard of Global Brain Research
Canadian Tanenbaum Family supports TAU post-doc fellowships in neuroscience
When Dr. Tomer Langberg, a fresh...
Tel Aviv University and Industries in India Strengthen their Ties
Bringing together industry and academia of the two countries.
A delegation of the Confederation of Indian...
TAU Students Team Wins 1st Place in Int’l Mathematics Competition
Team competed with 600 students from leading universities around the world.
An impressive achievement for...
Making Wheat Rust-Resistant
Researchers respond to the global food crisis by enabling resistance of wheat to rust diseases.
Wheat supplies...
Like Manna from the Sea
Innovative technology may ease global food crisis: “enriched seaweed” with extremely high nutritional value.
Researchers...
Covid-19 Antibodies May Eliminate Need for Boosters
Breakthrough TAU discovery can neutralize all known Covid variants.
A team of Tel Aviv University researchers...
Stop Blaming the Bats for Covid-19
Researchers conclude there’s insufficient proof of correlation between bats and the outbreak of the epidemic.
Shortly...
Eradicating Deadly Brain Tumors by ‘Starvation’
A groundbreaking study at Tel Aviv University effectively eradicated glioblastoma, a highly lethal type of...
Can Music Help Prevent Severe Cognitive Decline?
TAU researchers developed musical tests to detect mental deterioration in old age.
Modern technology contributes...
TAU Launches Israel’s 1st Scholarship Program for International Student-Athletes
Initiative will enable elite athletes to study and train at world-class facilities, boost Israeli sports performance.
Tel...
Scientific discovery may facilitate speedy, objective, and accurate diagnosis of the condition using saliva
Scientific discovery may facilitate speedy, objective, and accurate diagnosis of the condition using saliva.
A...
Tiny Molecule Makes Big Impact on Cancer Treatment
Newly discovered molecule may allow for more accessible and effective cancer immunotherapies.
Researchers at...
TAU’s French Culture Program Helps Propel Careers
A vice-consul, a hi-tech worker, and a musician explain how the unique Program contributed to their professional...
New Learning Method for People with Autism
Could accelerate learning process and improve visual perception capabilities.
A new study from Tel Aviv...
TAU to Switch to Sustainable Electricity within Two Years
University becomes first in Israel to unroll plans for ‘green’ campus transformation.
In a first...
Why do Corals Glow?
TAU researchers solve centuries old scientific mystery.
For centuries, nature lovers and scientists have...
CRISPR Therapeutics can Damage the Genome
TAU Researchers caution that while the genome editing method is very effective, it is not always safe and can...
New Perspectives on Tackling Human Trafficking
Prof. Hila Shamir is among TAU scholars fighting modern slavery.
In light of the World Day against Trafficking...
Historic Designation for TAU’s Cymbalista Synagogue & Jewish Heritage Center
Campus landmark is currently the most modern structure with protected status from top Israeli conservation authority.
The...
Tel Aviv University 1st in Israel According to Taiwan University Rankings for 2022
The international ranking is based on number of publications, citations and research excellence.
The National...
Tel Aviv University Researchers Develop Long Covid Treatment
High-pressure oxygen therapy is now available for millions suffering from long Covid.
A groundbreaking new...
4th Covid-19 Vaccine Reduces Risk of Death by 72% Amongst Elderly
Study by Tel Aviv University, Ben Gurion University, and Israeli Ministry of Health included 40K Israelis.
A...
Going to the Beach? Sun Exposure Makes Men Hungrier than Women
TAU researchers find surprising connection between sun exposure and men’s appetite.
A new study from...
Impressive achievement for Tel Aviv University in the Bar Association Exam
100% of the TAU alumni who took the Bar Association exams for the first time, passed successfully and Tel Aviv...
Two New Planets Found in Milky Way
TAU team leads discovery of giant planets, similar in size to Jupiter, in remote corner of the galaxy.
Tel...
While You Were Sleeping
Could we be one step closer to verifying whether a seemingly unconscious person is truly unaware of his or her...
Startups On the Right Track
These teams wowed the judges with their innovative ideas at this year’s Coller Startup Competition.
The...
Diagnosing Diseases in Space
TAU researchers successfully test genetic diagnosis under microgravity conditions.
If pursuing the unknown...
Tackling a Worrying Rise in Cyber Crimes and Warfare
Israel’s 12th annual Cyber Week highlights critical need for coordinated response.
Israel’s 12th Annual...
Prof. Karen Avraham Elected Dean of TAU’s Medical Faculty
Israeli-American geneticist is the first woman appointed to the position.
Prof. Karen Avraham was selected as...
Cyber Week 2022 at TAU: Combating ‘Real and Growing’ Threats
Thousands due to attend mega event returning to its full in-person format.
Cyber Week, one of the top cybersecurity...
Olive Trees Were First Domesticated 7,000 Years Ago
Earliest evidence for cultivation of a fruit tree, according to researchers.
A joint study by researchers...
Asper Foundation, TAU Launch Innovative Clean Water Project
Gift enhances partnership between Tel Aviv University and one of Canada’s largest foundation.
Tel Aviv University...
Breakthrough Technology Could Lead to One-Time HIV Treatment
TAU researchers demonstrate initial success in neutralizing the virus with a single vaccine.
Researchers...
The “Nobel of Mathematics”: TAU Prof. Noga Alon Wins the Prestigious Shaw Prize in Mathematical Sciences
The second Israeli in history to receive the prize.
Prof. Noga Alon of Tel Aviv University and Princeton...
BOG 2022: Kadar Family Award for Outstanding Research Presented to Four TAU Scholars
8th annual Kadar Award ceremony honors excellence in science and teaching.
In recognition of their trailblazing...
If We Let Them Go, They Won’t Come Crawling Back
One in every five species of reptiles is facing extinction.
There are over 12,000 species of reptiles...
Blavatnik Prizes for Computer Science Awarded to Doctoral Fellows
TAU hosts annual ceremony recognizing standout research in growing field.
The second annual Blavatnik Prizes...
BOG 2022: Smolarz Family Building Dedicated
Building to serve as “Bridge to the Future” for Wise Faculty of Life Sciences.
In a warm and emotional ceremony...
Pride Week on TAU Campus
Some events worth checking out during Tel Aviv Pride 2022.
The annual Pride Month in Tel Aviv, one of the...
BOG 2022: Strauss Brain Bank Inaugurated
Israel’s first MRI brain database launched to prevent brain disease.
In a festive ceremony during the 2022 Board...
Outstanding Navigators, both Night and Day
Researchers find that bats navigate well, also during the day, thanks to their unique sensory integration.
It...
TAU Opens Registration for New Management & Liberal Arts BA
International program will equip future business leaders with academic and practical experience at Tel Aviv’s...
BOG 2022: From Making Tahini to Advocating Rights
TAU’s Ramniceanu Prize goes to tahini manufacturer and philanthropist Julia Zaher.
In an especially moving ceremony...
BOG 2022: Celebrating Life through Science
Argentinean Friends of TAU award Life Sciences fellowships in honor of Honorary Doctor and Governor Miriam Smolar.
Tel...
BOG 2202: Prajs-Drimmer Fellowships Presented to Students Researching Drug Development
Twenty PhD students to continue breakthrough research for anti-degenerative drugs.
TAU’s Prajs-Drimmer Institute...
TAU Researchers Find Gene Mechanism Linked to Autism and Alzheimer’s
Experimental drug has potential to treat rare syndromes that impair brain functions.
Researchers at Tel Aviv...
BOG 2022: Closner Family Chair for Next Generation Organ and Tissue Implants Inaugurated
Endowment to support innovative research in transplant medicine.
TAU inaugurated the Closner Family Chair for...
BOG 2022: Standout Students Win Michel Gelrubin Prize in Architecture
Three international students and three TAU teams recognized for projects that redefine architecture.
The 2022...
European Parliament President at TAU: “Where There’s Dialogue, There’s Hope”
In first stop of Israel visit, Roberta Metsola pledges to work toward bolstered Israel-EU ties.
European...
TAU Student Film “Kinship” to Compete at Cannes
Steve Tisch School to grace the red carpet for the 17th time.
We are excited to share that the film “Kinship”...
BOG 2022: TAU Inaugurates Pouran and Parviz Izak Nazarian Building
Hundreds honor legacy of long-time University benefactors.
Tel Aviv University inaugurated the Pouran and Parviz...
BOG 2022: Arbib Entrance Plaza Named
Canadian donors inaugurate hub of student and community activity.
In a festive ceremony held during Tel Aviv...
Big Brains Helped Large Animals Survive Extinction
TAU researchers: more brain power helped animals adapt to changing conditions and increased chances of survival.
What...
Helping Thousands of Students and Alumni Job-hunt
More than 3000 job applications were submitted during TAU’s annual career fair.
el Aviv University this...
BOG 2022: TAU Inaugurates Sagol Center for Regenerative Medicine
Game-changing program will incorporate cutting-edge field into mainstream medical practice.
Regenerative Medicine...
Tel Aviv University Launches the International Graduate School for Social Sciences
School manifests Israel’s leadership in many arenas related to the social sciences.
The Gershon H....
BOG 2022: TAU Inaugurates Koret Center for Jewish Civilization
Center, uniting TAU and ANU Museum, aims to bridge divides between Israel and Diaspora, boost understanding of...
Want to Live Longer? Find Out if You Snore
Women over 50 who snore face an elevated risk of sleep apnea.
If you’re a woman and over 50, we recommend...
BOG 2022: TAU Inaugurates Sylvan Adams Sports Center
Upgraded facility “will nurture world-class athletes and future medal winners.
At a festive ceremony held...
BOG 2022: Exposing Hidden Truths from the Female Perspective
TAU Honorary Doctors and groundbreaking women share their stories in inspirational panel.
Jodi Kantor, Pulitzer...
BOG 2022: TAU Awards Honorary Degrees to Change-Making Cohort
11 distinguished individuals and one organization from diverse fields receive University’s top honor.
In a festive...
BOG 2022: Nine Winners Receive Reimagined Dan David Prize
New focus on history reaffirms importance of field, supports early and midcareer researchers and practitioners.
The...
TAU’s Open Day for BA Studies Draws Over 6000 Visitors
Participants met with professors and students, learned about academic programs and participated in guided tours...
This Week: TAU Welcomes Governors to Annual Meeting
Festive event brings hundreds of Governors and friends to campus from around the world, for first time since...
On Israel’s Independence Day, TAU Celebrates Breakthroughs
3D human spinal cord implants, a new type of prehistoric human and what could be the ultimate solution to Global...
Ukrainian Refugees Arriving in Europe
TAU researcher explains the unprecedented show of EU solidarity.
Over 6.5 million people have fled Ukraine...
New Collaborations between TAU and Leading Turkish Universities
Following warming of relations between Israel and Turkey.
The warming of relations between Turkey and Israel,...
Antisemitism in 2021: War and Covid-19 Catalyzed Global Uptick
TAU researchers stress need for reevaluation of strategies to combat antisemitism.
On the eve of Holocaust...
How are the Birds Coping with Climate Change?
Researchers detect changes in birds’ bodies, probably caused by global warming.
Researchers at Tel Aviv...
The Ultimate Solution to Global Warming?
Breakthrough TAU discovery may accelerate an industrial transition to sustainable energy.
Hydrogen-powered...
TAU Researchers Invent Healthy Weapon Against Covid
Vaccines of dietary supplements can help protect us against Corona and winter illnesses.
Since the outbreak...
TAU Launches Manufacturing Research Center in India
Initiative will promote cutting-edge research with applications in biomedicine, space, defense, and more.
Tel...
Is the Vaccine Safe? Consult the Smart Sensor!
Innovative technology will prevent the reliance on self-reports for future vaccines, using smart sensors to ensure...
Research based on a comprehensive study of 8,000 birds in Israel
Tel Aviv University (TAU) researchers say that climate change may be responsible for changes in the morphology...
Work created by TAU-affiliated artists can’t exist on earth
Many think that physics is an exact science that requires the application of analytical and quantitative abilities,...
TAU Nanodrug Enables 2-in-1 Attack on Cancer
Innovation pinpoints hard-to-treat cancers and amplifies their responsiveness to treatments.
To overcome the...
Strengthening Local Leadership in Israel
New TAU program will help mayors of cities across Israel improve services, strengthen social bonds, and foster...
TAU Alumnae are the most influential women in Israel
Globes published the “50 Most Influential Women in Israel” project for 2022, and the TAU alumnae...
First Israeli Research Book Published in Abu Dhabi
The work was issued by the UAE’s largest public research institute.
For the first time since the signing...
TAU Welcomes Ukrainian Emergency Fellowship Students
Some “need time to unfreeze”, as they begin their studies on campus.
Tel Aviv University officially welcomed...
TAU Researchers Identified a Serious Security Flaw in Samsung’s Galaxy Series
TAU Researchers Identified a Serious Security Flaw in Samsung’s Galaxy Series.
Tel Aviv University...
Prof. Ehud Gazit – First Israeli to Receive Prestigious International Recognition in Chemistry
Selected as International Solvay Chair in Chemistry for 2023.
Prof. Ehud Gazit from The Shmunis School of...
Minor Head Injury Leads to Chronic Post-Concussion Syndrome in 1 of 4 Children
Long term consequences of mild head injury in children are underdiagnosed, causing prolonged suffering.
A...
Inventive Study to Develop Biological Solutions for Agriculture
TAU and ag-biotech company PlantArcBio to collaborate on development of RNAi-based products.
Genetically...
TAU Technology Could Prevent Repeat Heart Valve Surgery
Invention may lead to a dramatic improvement in the quality of life of many heart patients.
An international...
Unravelling Recycling Practices from 500,000 Years Ago
The urge to collect in the prehistoric world: preserving memory of ancestors and connectedness with place and...
From War in Ukraine to Studies at TAU
We welcome PhD researcher Maryana Sytar, who left her war-torn country.
Tel Aviv University welcomed the first...
Want Respect in the Workplace? Drop the Smileys
Employees who communicate with images and emojis are perceived as less powerful.
If you wish to signal power...
TAU Special Briefing: Crisis in Ukraine
Experts dissect the war and its implications for the Jewish community, Europe and the world.
As the Russian...
TAU graduates are making waves in Israel and beyond
Alumni News.
Alumni Advisory Committee: Spotlight
Udy Danino, founder and CEO of SAIPS, an international...
Standing Up to Climate Change
TAU researchers are making significant environmental impact on the ground—now.
A software programmer, an ecologist...
Investment in Social Funds Leads to a Reduction in Charitable Donations
Researchers warn that this substitution effect may impact charities negatively.
A new TAU study, the first...