Ben-gurion university

Eating with someone you love could help your body regulate blood sugar, Israeli study finds

A Hebrew University study finds that eating with someone close may reduce blood sugar spikes and help the body regulate itself more efficiently.

Women sit together to enjoy a pizza (illustrative)
Beersheba Mayor Ruvik Danilovich with philanthropist Sylvan Adams, who pledged $100m. To help rebuild Soroka Media Center after it was hit by an Iranian missile in the 12-Day War.

From ‘city of camels’ to Israel’s new dream: Beersheba reinventing itself under Mayor Danilovich

Students at Ben Gurion University, in Beer Sheba. November 04, 2025.

Ben-Gurion University launches ASK POLA: An AI study advisor for prospective students

Prof. Uri Roll: "The love of nature was already there."

Searching for hope in an age of extinction


Prof. Yaron Ziv: Ben-Gurion University’s champion of sustainability and conservation

The pioneering ecologist blends cutting-edge research, education, and collaboration to restore ecosystems, enhance sustainability, and inspire the next generation of environmental leaders.

Professor Yaron Ziv: Perfect example of integrating ecological science with real-world applications.

Grapevine December 15, 2024: Changing of the guard

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

SHRAGA BIRAN presents his book to President Isaac Herzog.

Dietary choices could slash brain aging: new study explains how

A Ben-Gurion University study reveals the green Mediterranean diet can slow brain aging by 50%, linking glycemic control and nutrition to reduced cognitive decline.

Brain scans

Former Harvard prof.: I had to teach while bodies littered Israeli streets

Those looking to promote tolerance internationally have a very fascinating place to look for resources, according to Prof. Bar-Asher Siegal: history.

 Prof. Michal Bar-Asher Siegal, Vice President for Global Engagement at Ben-Gurion University

Majority of Israelis are concerned about climate change, and the environment - survey

The study surveyed 1,180 participants in Israel about their knowledge and attitudes regarding climate change and its effects on the environment.

Some of the 'Cool Globes' on display near Jerusalem's O;d City in 2013 to raise awareness of climate change.

Study finds that Nova survivors' trauma recovery significantly impacted by substance use

A new study from BGU and Sheba Medical Center found that Nova survivors who were on substances during the attack had significantly higher levels of stress responses.

 Revelers at the Nova Festival last year.

Meet the Israeli researcher working on healthy eating to build a sustainable future

Through a thorough examination and a broad perspective on the food industry, Ben-Gurion University’s Prof. Danit Shahar seeks to make our food choices healthier and sustainable at the same time.

 Prof. Danit Shahar

Grapevine May 26, 2024: A noted absence

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 YEHUDIT RAVITZ in doctoral cap and gown, without her customary guitar.

Grapevine April 14, 2024: When crisis looms

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 Nataliya Dimitriev, mother of 11-year-old Naster, who, since arriving in Israel from war-torn Ukraine, has been treated at Schneider Children’s Medical Center for Israel; IFCJ president Yael Eckstein with three-year-old Avigail Chashashvili, who has been receiving dialysis and follow-up treatments

Difficulties of doing daily physiotherapy at home can be overcome

“Our study provided a broad perspective for data analysis by both patients and treating physicians,” lead researcher Prof. Shelly Levy-Tzedek said.

 Ben Gurion University campus in the southern city of Beer Sheva on May 28, 2023.