The Quality Revolution of Open Space
Haaretz -- BGU researchers find that when planning and designing communal space in cities it's the quality of open space that counts.
Penn Honors Acclaimed Israeli Author Aharon Appelfeld
University of Pennsylvania is hosting a 2-day conference on Aharon Appelfeld's life and work. His archives are housed at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.
Having Fun Online Contributes to Successful Aging
BGU researcher finds that Facebook, playing games and chatting online isn't just for young people.
BGU Prof. Richard Isralowitz Awarded for Substance Abuse Work
BGU Prof. Richard Isralowitz recently received the U.S. National Distinguished International Scientist Award for his work as director of the Regional Alcohol and Drug Abuse Resources (RADAR) Center.
Using Vanity to Prevent Skin Cancer
BGU researchers find that stressing the aging effects of sun exposure is more effective in changing sun worshippers' behavior than talking about melanoma.
Seniors Participate in Online Communities for Fun and ...
According to a new paper published by BGU researcher Dr. Galit Nimrod, seniors “just want to have fun” on the Internet. They are participating in online communities for intellectual stimulation and amusement.
Revolutionizing Solar Energy in Israel
Prof. David Faiman is spearheading efforts to push the country into a new age of energy independence.
Faculty Profile: Dr. Eitan Rubin
Dr. Eitan Rubin left a tenured staff position at Harvard University's Bauer Center for Genomics Research to return to Israel and BGU. "Here I can, as an individual, really make a difference."
Building Bridges Between Israel and Illinois
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed an agreement between BGU and the University of Illinois at Chicago.
BGU Researcher’s Peace Building Project Awarded USAID Grant ...
Prof. Alean Al-Krenawi of the Charlotte B. and Jack J. Spitzer Department of Social Work at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) has just been awarded an $760,160 three-year grant from USAID for his project “Building Peace through Knowledge: The Palestinian-Israeli Case."