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War Survey: 83% of Israeli NGOs Impacted, Mixed Responses to Government Aid, Surge in Foreign Support
The horrific attack by Hamas on Israeli civilians on October 7, sparked the Iron Swords War and led to a widespread mobilization effort to support Israel. New survey revealed that 83% of the NGOs’ ability to provide assistance and social services was negatively impacted by the war, only 35% of organizations sought government assistance during the war, and 35% of the NGOs reported an increase in philanthropic support from abroad.
Burning Mouth Syndrome: Study Unveils Instant Relief Through Low Level Laser Therapy
New study suggests that low-level laser therapy (PBM) offers immediate pain relief for Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) patients. Over 10 weeks, 30 participants experienced a significant drop in pain scores after each treatment. While efficacy decreased in the following week, a cumulative effect was observed, especially up to the third treatment. The findings highlight the potential of PBM as a promising treatment for BMS, despite some nuances in its effectiveness.
A Beacon of Support for Small Businesses – HUBS-Aid Provides Unique Support for War Impacted Small Businesses
The HUBS-Aid project led by Hebrew University Business School (HUBS) responded to the Gaza conflict's impact on small businesses with innovative support, pairing them with mentors and students to devise tailored plans for recovery and growth. Around 80 businesses received vital assistance, demonstrating resilience and fostering community bonds amidst adversity.
cCMV Infection: Successful Implementation of Pooled Saliva Tests
Hebrew University Appoints Prof. Orly Sade as Dean of the School of Business Administration
The Hebrew University has appointed Prof. Orly Sade as the new Dean of the School of Business Administration. Prof. Sade brings extensive experience and expertise to her new role, with a focus on analytical and experimental finance, financial market structure, fintech, and crowdfunding.
ADHD: Unveiling a New Intervention Mapping Protocol for Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Mothers of Children
Prestigious 2024 Brain Prize Awarded to Hebrew University's Prof. Haim Sompolinsky by Lundbeck Foundation
Prof. Haim Sompolinsky of the Hebrew University and Harvard University has been awarded the Brain Prize for 2024, the largest and most prestigious international prize in neuroscience.
Navigating Israeli Security and Foreign Policy: Before and After October 7th
How Changes in Foreign Policy Impact Citizens' Sense of Security in Israel
Breakthrough in Single-Photon Integration
A recent study from Hebrew University has achieved a significant advancement in integrating single-photon sources onto tiny chips at room temperature, representing an important step forward in quantum photonics with potential for applications such as quantum computing and cryptography. This achievement signifies a milestone in the development of practical quantum photonic devices, heralding a promising future where quantum technologies, encompassing computing, communication, and sensing, can be fully realized.
Climate Indices and Precipitation Anomalies - Implications for the Middle East
Breakthrough in Predicting Chaotic Outcomes in Three-Body Systems
A new study by the Hebrew University has unveiled a significant advancement in chaos theory, introducing a flux-based statistical theory that predicts chaotic outcomes in non-hierarchical three-body systems. This breakthrough holds practical implications for fields such as celestial mechanics, astrophysics, and molecular dynamics, offering a more efficient and precise approach to analyzing complex systems and enabling deeper exploration and understanding of chaotic phenomena.