Science
Light’s hidden magnetic power may lead to faster, more precise optical devices, study finds
A Hebrew University study finds light’s magnetic field plays a larger role in material behavior than believed, with implications for optical and quantum technologies.
Food self-sufficiency unfeasible for Israel, new research shows
Before pugs or Great Danes: Doggie diversity in size and shape began at tail end of Ice Age
Scientists in Brazil starve trees of water to test Amazon's limits
AI-assisted system could revolutionize early cancer detection
In earlier times, cells would have to be hand-checked, in a process that took time and effort and offered little reward. MAGIC allows for scientists to check over 100,000 cells in a single day.
Milky Way mystery uncovered? Black matter may be the source of the galaxy’s mysterious glow
New research suggests that dark matter may be the key to uncovering the mysteries of the Milky Way. The scientific team led by Dr. Moorits Muru has opened a new path for space studies worldwide.
Thousands of physicians, scientists have abandoned Israel: How do we bring them back?
ScienceAbroad is an Israel-based nonprofit organization that harnesses the power of senior Israeli scientists living abroad, inspiring connections with local communities and international scientists.
Chinese astronauts' return delayed to Earth after debris hits spacecraft
China’s space agency said that the delay was to ensure the astronauts’ safety and health and has not yet announced alternative dates for Dong, Zhongrui, and Jie’s return.
Scientists unveil first draft of atlas of the developing brain
Among the newly identified brain cell types were some in the neocortex and the striatum region, which controls movement and certain other functions.
Hebrew U. scientists develop 10-minute imaging for topical drug testing
Scientists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a new imaging method that can reduce a lengthy, labor-intensive process to just a few minutes.
Israeli scientists discover feline herpes can be treated with human coldsore medication
Treatment of FHV-1 ocular disease is challenging; until now, it has been treated less successfully with a pill, but it had to be forced on cats, and they didn’t like it.
Seeing the unseen: BGU’s Maya Bar-Sadan inspires the next generation of scientist
BGU chemist’s quest to solve nature’s smallest mysteries: "Science isn’t about certainty, it’s about curiosity."
How old are you really? New AI tool reveals your body’s true age - Study
Although chronological age is the most commonly used measure, it doesn’t capture the individual complexities of aging.
Tel Aviv University scientists discover key to protect nerves
Researchers identified a protein that limits myelin formation, a breakthrough that could lead to new treatments for multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, and other neurological disorders.
Bloomfield Science Museum displays historic Jerusalem-Jaffa railway train
A railroad car, which once took three and a half hours to reach Jerusalem from Jaffa, finds a permanent home.
