Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are becoming increasingly important for both basic and translational chemistry research. The Advanced Learning for Innovative Drug Discovery (AIDD) project, a new initiative based at the Helmholtz Zentrum München in Germany and funded by the European Union, will train PhD students in translational research for drug discovery and chemoinformatics. Prof. Hanoch Senderowitz, a leading expert in this expanding field from Bar-Ilan University, will take part in this novel project. Read More  

Recent behind-the-scenes developments between Israel and Arab countries in the Middle East once again demonstrate how diplomacy and secret negotiations have characterized relations between Israel and her neighbors… This article was penned by Dr. Nir Levitan, a PhD from Bar-Ilan University’s Graduate Program in Conflict Resolution, Management and Negotiation. Read Article

Bar-Ilan University’s International School and the Department of Hebrew and Semitic Languages are launching “Hebrew Ulpan Online” – a Hebrew language course for beginners via Zoom – starting on November 25, 2020 and running until June 2021. The Hebrew Ulpan Online is open to anyone who wishes to learn Hebrew, young or old. This basic Hebrew course will focus on oral and written expression in contemporary Hebrew. Ulpan is a Hebrew word meaning “studio” or “instruction”. “We are pleased to be able to host Bar-Ilan’s first online Hebrew course for beginners from all over the world,” said Ofer Dahan, Executive...

Ruthy Salomon has been busier than ever since the Coronavirus pandemic first hit our shores. In the beginning, she was worried about how the situation would impact her business as many of her training sessions took place face-to-face. However, within a month, her online business had skyrocketed. Everyone was interested in improving their skills online whether teachers, lecturers, professors, doctoral students, or business professionals – and she was perfectly positioned to help them. Ruthy has been in technology and education for the past 25 years. Her areas include innovation in education, technology in education, motivation, and anything else to do...

Bar-Ilan University’s International School is participating in some exciting online sessions in November, and this time, they’re focused on specific countries – China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan on November 8 (in English and Chinese); Brazil, also on November 8 (in Portuguese); and Kazakhstan on November 21 (in Russian). Bar-Ilan’s First Virtual IMBA Open Day for Chinese Students Bar-Ilan University is consistently ranked in the top 2% of all universities throughout the world. Its top-class faculty includes prize-winning professors and lecturers who are internationally-recognized for their academic achievements and lead significant advancements in research in their fields. The university is located...

Bar-Ilan University’s International School has been hosting a variety of interesting and successful virtual open days and information sessions for potential students from around the world. October was a busy month and the numerous sessions kept everyone busy and connected, some of which were recorded for students who weren’t able to attend. Two specialized open days in English were held to help international students who are undecided about which area of study to follow. We grouped together different departments that are similar in nature in order to provide students with a variety of possibilities within their chosen fields. Biblical Studies...

Bar-Ilan University International School’s representatives help us spread the word about Bar-Ilan and recruit potential students. In this article, we learn about Anabella Jaroslavsky and find out what she has been doing to bring the world closer to Bar-Ilan University. Anabella Jaroslavsky is responsible for connecting with faculty, staff, and potential students at universities and high schools across Latin America. She hails from Venezuela, but made Aliyah (immigrated) to Israel in April 2019, which means she has traveled a lot visiting different countries and communities before COVID-19 turned meetings into virtual reality. Recently, Anabella has been very active online, opening a Bar-Ilan...

Bar-Ilan University’s Communications team publishes articles on current students, alumni, and faculty members on a regular basis. This month, we’re featuring two current students, two alumni, and a professor. Guilhem Banc-Prandi Fourth-Year Doctoral Student, Goodman Faculty of Life Sciences Guilhem Banc-Prandi, a PhD student in our Faculty of Life Sciences, is conducting research in the Laboratory of Prof. Maoz Fine at the Interuniversity Institute for Marine Sciences in Eilat. Read More Eitan Tannenbaum First-Year Doctoral Student in Bioengineering Eitan Tannenbaum completed his MSc in Neurobiology at Bar-Ilan University recently. During his studies, he met his now wife, Batya Levy, then...

Message from Merav Gilad, Director: International Student Services and Affairs Starting a new academic year is an exciting time for everyone, whether students, lecturers, or staff members – and even parents. As students, this is the chance to grab hold of your dreams and mold them into a reality that will enable you to reach your goals. It is also one of the most valuable and entertaining experiences of your lifetime. Yes, your studies are important and the reason you attend university, but it is also the opportunity to have fun, try new things, and make friends for life. Lecturers...

Bar-Ilan University ranked second in student satisfaction in the annual survey of the National Union of Israeli Students. Bar-Ilan received a high rating in surveys both among university students as well as among college and university students combined. Read More