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New academic association for contemporary antisemitism studies launched at University of Haifa

More than 150 scholars have joined CASA as founding members, with the new group aiming to build a global academic network for research on modern antisemitism.

Prof. Gur Alroey, president of the University of Haifa, speaks Tuesday night at the launch of the Contemporary Antisemitism Studies Association (CASA) during the “Contemporary Antisemitism: Haifa 2026” conference.
Danna Azrieli (8th from left) with Ziv Koren, Noam Horev and former hostages .

Grapevine, June 21, 2026: Peace, a distant dream - opinion

Dr. Martain Luther King gave his most famous speech, ‘I have a dream,’ before the Lincoln Memorial during the 1963 March  on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

'We Are Black Jews': The story of Ethiopian Jews and Israel's unfinished journey - review

 Druze have been serving in the IDF since the state was born.

University of Haifa unveils program to help Druze after IDF service


Israeli researchers identify Parkinson's nerve cell processes for first time - study

One of the problems in developing treatments is the fact that only 15% of Parkinson’s cases are caused by known genetic factors.

 Dr. Shani Stern and team members at the University of Haifa

Can PTSD be diagnosed via saliva? - study

Thanks to this study, it could be possible, in the future, to use objective molecular and biological characteristics to diagnose PSTD sufferers, taking into account environmental influences.

 PTSD BATTLES are often fought alone.

University of Haifa to award over $120m. in Jewish studies scholarships

$120 million will be earmarked for students studying Jewish religion, heritage and history, and an additional $3 million will go towards female students with financial issues.

 Students at the University of Haifa.

The Jewish Publication Society collection to be donated to Israel

Irvin Ungar presents a valuable literary gift to the University of Haifa: A collection of books on American Jewish cultural history.

 A sample of the JPS book collection

US Senator Cassidy touts US-Israel relationship at University of Haifa

Cassidy is a staunch supporter of Pro-Israel causes in the United States Congress.

 ASUH CEO Lisa Silverman, University of Haifa President Prof. Ron Robin, Sen. Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-Louisiana), StrongArm Technologies Executive Director Ross Bloom and University of Haifa board member Eli Feinstein (from left to right) at the inauguration of University of Haifa’s Bloom School of Gr

Maladaptive daydreaming may be a better diagnosis for some than ADHD - study

Findings from a new study suggest that there is a subgroup of those diagnosed with ADHD who would benefit more from a diagnosis of Maladaptive Daydreaming.

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US Jews see Democrats as increasingly critical of Israel - study

A study found that 39% of American Jews think Democrats are becoming less supportive of the Jewish state.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) administers the oath of office to House members and delegates of the U.S. House of Representatives at the start of the 116th Congress inside the House Chamber on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., January 3, 2019

Israeli researchers to map supermassive black holes with NASA's Hubble

The international study led by the University of Haifa will conduct an extensive and detailed mapping of the vicinity of a supermassive black hole to understand its growth and impact on its galaxy.

Artist impression of a supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy.

Environmental issues to be tackled by U of Haifa, Zayed U through MOU

This new cooperation agreement will see joint research between the Israeli and Emirati institutions in a variety of fields, including natural resource management, education and marine sciences.

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Baby shark? Deep-water shark nursery found near Tel Aviv

The findings of the sharks and shark nursery, along with deep-sea brine pools and marine habitats, could shed light on the deep sea and the effects of climate change.

Sandbar shark [Illustrative]