Tag: Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Eyal Ben-David (left) and Dr. Sagiv Shifman (right)

New HU research could help treat autism

Hebrew University of Jerusalem researchers have shown that the different genes involved in autism tend to be involved in specific processes in the brain. The scientists say their study has potential implications for early diagnosis as well as for treatment of autism in the future.

The faces of genius

New Hebrew University portrait exhibition spotlights the researchers whose bright ideas led to global products to improve quality of life.

HU: Use tobacco to fight malaria

Hebrew University of Jerusalem scientists have come up with a novel technology for manufacturing an anti-malaria drug in tobacco. Professor Alexander Vainstein — from the

The gene at the heart of pain

A gene affecting chronic pain caused by nerve injury has been identified by Israeli and international researchers, opening the way for new treatment approaches.