Announcing the Dawn of a New Movement
At its core, the nonpartisan movement aims to strengthen ties between the American Diaspora and Israel. Americans for Ben-Gurion University opens its arms to those who believe the world is simply better off with Israel in it.
Elderly Driver’s Ability to Detect Hazards Doesn’t Degrade Significantly with Age According to Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
A new study from the Human Factors Safety Laboratory at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) indicates that advanced age does not affect older drivers’ ability to perceive hazards…
Engineering Students Develop Device to Help the Blind Maneuver
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev students have developed an innovative optical radar system that helps blind people maneuver around obstacles.
Ben-Gurion University Rated Best University in Israel
A new survey of thousands of Israeli students reveals that they consider Ben-Gurion University of the Negev to be the best university overall in Israel.
Algae Strain Identified to Reduce Cholesterol, Blood Pressure and Inflammation
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers have isolated a microalgal strain which produces large amounts of a polyunsaturated fatty acid that could reduce blood pressure, chronic inflammation and…
Glazer Business School is Upgraded to a Faculty
At a recent meeting of the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Executive Committee, a decision was made to change the name of the Guilford Glazer School of Business and…
Researcher Receives $100,000 Prize for Heart Repair Research
Prof. Smadar Cohen, head of BGU’s Avram and Stella Goldstein-Goren Department of Biotechnology Engineering, has received a prestigious award for her research which led to the creation of an…
Family Therapy is More Effective than Standard Treatment for Adolescents with Suicidal Thoughts
BGU researchers discover that adolescents with suicidal thoughts and depression have faster reduction of symptoms when treated with family therapy than with private or conventional therapy.
Weight Loss Diets Significantly Reverse Clogging of the Arteries
A two-year study led by researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) found that healthy, long-term weight loss diets can significantly reverse carotid (main brain artery) atherosclerosis, a…
BGU Receives Generous Donation to Launch Radiobiology Laboratory
The new Jerry Cohen Radiobiology Laboratory at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev will perform cutting edge research on cancer treatments and other health benefits associated with low dose exposure…