Research

Can AI tell when patients don't need medical tests? Israeli study puts chatbots to the test

“One of the hardest parts of practicing medicine is knowing when to hold back,” explained Ariel. Patients find comfort in an extra test, but it can set off unnecessary worry and treatment.

An illustrative image of AI chatbots and medical assistants for digital health consultations and online medical support.
Josef & Bareket Buchmann at a concert of the Buchmann-Mehta School of Music Symphony Orchestra at the 2005 TAU Board of Governors

Josef Buchmann: A legacy that lives on

Len Blavatnik (second from right) on a visit to the TAU campus

The Len effect: Investing in Israel’s future

Stewart and Judith Colton on a recent visit to Tel Aviv University

Joining forces against autoimmune disease


Researchers found: The simple way to stop brain aging

A new study points to the possibility of reducing brain inflammation and improving cognitive function through a relatively simple treatment.

The simple way to stop brain aging

Study found: What happens when stool stays in the body for too long?

The time it takes for food to pass through your digestive system may seem like a minor detail, but a new study suggests that it is one of the most significant factors affecting your overall health.

What happens when stool stays in the body for too long?

Artificial nighttime lighting may be more dangerous than previously thought, study warns

Study warns artificial night lighting could harm ecosystems by weakening biological clocks.

A WOMAN lies in bed, looking at her phone.

Study reveals: Processed food causes fat accumulation in muscle

The findings indicate a possible impairment in muscle function and joint health, regardless of body weight or level of physical activity.

Processed food products in a refrigerator

Taking medications for irritable bowel syndrome? This is the worrying finding from a huge study

A huge study found a link between some medications – especially antidepressants and anti-diarrheal drugs – and an increased risk of mortality, mainly with prolonged use.

Illustration: Irritable bowel syndrome

Study found possible link between weight loss medications and osteoporosis

A new study points to a link between the use of popular weight loss drugs and medical conditions such as osteoporosis and gout.

Weight loss medication

Why Competitor ad research matters before running paid ads

Competitor ad research helps brands understand what works in the market before spending on paid ads, from messaging and offers to landing page strategy.

“Competitor ad research shows what already works in the market, helping advertisers avoid wasted spend and build stronger, proven campaigns from the start.”

Consumer guilt costs companies billions in abandoned online shopping carts - study

“When the shopping cart is perceived as too indulgent, consumers find it difficult to justify the expense to themselves and sometimes simply choose not to buy,” said TAU researcher Prof. Liat Hadar.

A smartphone displays the Amazon logo in front of a screen showing the company's latest stock market chart on January 29, 2026.

What do studies say about the grain everyone eats because it is “healthy”?

Studies show that grains like quinoa, spelt and millet support blood sugar balance, satiety and heart health, but experts emphasize that the key difference is between whole and processed grains.

In recent years, it seems that ancient grains are everywhere. Quinoa, spelt, millet, barley and even African fonio have become stars of healthy kitchens, chef restaurants and menus of those trying to eat better

Artificial night light disrupts body clocks, may increase mortality, researchers say - study

Tel Aviv University research finds artificial night lighting may disrupt biological rhythms and raise mortality

(From L-R): Prof. Noga Kronfeld-Schor, Hagar Vardi-Naim, and Prof. Yariv Wine.