ERC grant awarded for innovation in error-correcting codes and computation research

In the News Congratulations to Prof. Noga Ron-Zewi (Department of Computer Science) on being awarded an ERC Starting Grant for her research on error-correcting codes and computation. Reducing transmission errors ('noise') is one of…

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ERC grant awarded to environmental archaeologists to explore Neolithic coastal settlements lost beneath the Mediterranean Sea

In the News Congratulations to Dr. David Friesem (Department of Maritime Civilizations) on receiving a 2021 ERC Starting Grant for his research entitled BEFORE the FLOOD: Neolithic coastal settlements and responses to environmental…

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Prof. Guy Bar-Oz receives an ERC grant to restore heritage grape cultivars in the Negev desert and bring an ancient Byzantine grape variety back to life

In the News As a response to global warming, it is of vital importance to expand our search for authentic local ancient breeds that were cultivated and bred for centuries…

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Jewish, Muslim and Christian leaders discuss how inter-religious collaboration can mobilize change

In the News A webinar organized by the American Society of the University of Haifa and Dr. Uriel Simonsohn (Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies) entitled "Mobilizing Change Through Inter-Religious Collaboration"…

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WEBINAR on the topic of COVID-19 Burn Out: Dr. Talya Greene offers insights on how to best cope, function and move forward

In the News COVID-19 remains a disruptive and unpredictable part of daily life. Prof. Talya Greene (Head, Department of Community Mental Health) discussed her research on the high rates of distress…

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WEBINAR: How has the invasion of Ukraine reshaped Russia’s influence in the Middle East?

In the News The National Security Studies Center at the University of Haifa recently partnered with The Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington (AGSIW) to host an international conference examining…

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INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY: UofH graduate’s uses social media to make Holocaust education more accessible

In the News The Weiss-Livnat MA Program for Holocaust Studies at UofH, Israel's only interdisciplinary graduate program in Holocaust studies, is dedicated to nurturing a new generation of Holocaust scholars…

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Dr. Rony Alfandary (School of Social Work) is interviewed on NBC News on the anniversary of Kristallnacht

In the News According to an exclusive NBC News report commemorating the 83rd anniversary of Kristallnact, 2020 was the third worst year of Anti-sematic incidents in America. Clinical psychologist and…

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Maritime Policy & Strategy Research Center (HMS) hosts guest speaker on the topic of the Chinese Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and implications for ports along existing maritime trade lanes, including the Haifa Port

In the News China's Belt and Road Initiative aims to build two new trade routes to connect China with the rest of the world. A recent event hosted by the…

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Professors honored with Germany’s Order of Merit in a ceremony held at the German Embassy

In the News Longstanding members of the Haifa Center for German and European Studies (HCGES), Professors Eli Salzberger and Fania Oz-Salzberger were recognized for their contributions to enhancing Germany’s standing…

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University of Haifa featured in a special issue on Israel in the Khaleej Times commemorating the United Arab Emirates’ 50th National Day

In the News Khaleej Times magazine has published a special issue on Israel-UAE relations in trade, tourism, health, food security, energy and the environment, including an interview with President Ron…

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UofH signs MOU Cooperation Agreement with Zayed University in the United Arab Emirates on environmental issues

In the News The breakthrough deal was signed during a virtual ceremony between President Ron Robin and Her Excellency Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, UAE’s Minister of Culture and Youth…

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Younes and Soraya Nazarian Library is among the first in Israel to sign an MOU with the UAE’s National Archives and Library

In the News As part of its ongoing programs to strengthen academic cooperation with research centers in the United Arab Emirates, University of Haifa's Younes and Soraya Nazarian Library signed…

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NEW MOU: Academic agreement is signed with leading science and technology institute in Moscow

In the News University of Haifa and Skoltech (The Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology) signed an academic agreement to partner in diverse fields of bioinformatics and genomics research, education,…

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UofH joins the global alliance of universities and sustainability networks around the world addressing sustainable development goals

In the News University of Haifa submitted its Sustainable Development Goals Report to the United Nations as part of its commitment and shared vision to support environmental and social sustainability…

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President of Israel, Attorney General of Israel, and Minister of Justice address annual Haifa Law Conference

In the News The Faculty of Law's annual conference, considered one of the most influential events in the legal field, featured a distinguished line-up of Israeli leaders, including President Herzog,…

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