Medical research at BGU covers the spectrum of human health, with emphasis on neurosciences, diabetes, cardio metabolic health, and cancer.
BGU is an important player in the international bio-medical research arena. Pioneering research is conducted by highly respected senior faculty, a cadre of young scientists returning to Israel from prestigious institutions, and exceptional graduate and postgraduate research fellows. Collaborations between the health, natural and engineering sciences foster an environment of research innovation. BGU’s commitment to community is reflected in research focusing on the health problems of the Negev, especially in the fields of genetics, nutrition and psychiatry.
“Once one adheres to a sensible diet, even if you experience only a moderate weight loss, if you stick to it long enough you can cause regression of atherosclerosis."
– Prof. Iris Shai
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BGU researcher found that infections had risen by 30% among students between the ages of 14 and 17.
Israel Excels at COVID-19 Mass Inoculation (Video)
BGU Prof. Nadav Davidovitch gives CNN an inside look at Israel's steady progress vaccinating its citizens.
Face Masks Are Disrupting Facial Recognition
A new BGU study finds that our ability to identify familiar faces has been reduced by 15% due to face masks.