BGU’s BMI Study in New England Journal of Medicine
Study finds that teens with a slightly elevated body mass index (BMI) are at risk for obesity.Olives: For Food, Biodiesel, Ethanol and Medicine
BGU researchers investigate using waste products from the production of olives as biofuel.Adolescent Body Mass Index Can Predict Young Adulthood Diabetes ...
A New England Journal of Medicine Study following 37,000 teenagers for 17 years found that an elevated, yet normal range Body Mass Index (BMI) constitutes a substantial risk factor for obesity-related disorders in young adults (age 30-40). The research team included BGU Professors Iris Shai and Assaf Rudich as well as the Israel Defense Forces Medical Corps and Tel Hashomer Hospital.Drivers Are As Good As Their Vision
AutoObserver -- BGU researchers find that diminished peripheral vision may contribute to pedestrian-related accidents among drivers over 65.BGU Student Profile: Sara Tal Kalman
Sara Tal Kalman, 23, is a second year student in the BGU's Department of Emergency Medicine. "BGU is the only university in Israel where I could study for B.A. in emergency medicine."BGU Student Profile: Sara Tal Kalman
Sara Tal Kalman, 23, is a second year student in the BGU's Department of Emergency Medicine. "BGU is the only university in Israel where I could study for B.A. in emergency medicine."Turning Algae into Fuel
Scientists have been working on turning algae into fuel since the 1980s with the U.S. Dept. of Energy.Sleep Apnea, Not Enlarged Prostate, May Be Causing Men to Wake Up ...
BGU researchers have shown that a significant number of patients with benign prostate enlargement may have Obstructive Sleep Apnea, which may be the reason for their night awakenings and urination.back to previous page