Two pioneering studies led by Dr. Omri Bronstein and other researchers of the School of Zoology and the Steinhardt Museum of Natural History at Tel Aviv University (TAU), have identified the primary drivers of sea urchin mass mortality events over recent decades: pathogens, storms, and extreme temperatures. In addition, Dr. Bronstein and his team have… Read More
Researchers at Tel Aviv University (TAU) led a large-scale international study that has identified a molecular mechanism playing a key role in ALS, a fatal degenerative disease, and were able to neutralize it through gene therapy. When they added a specific RNA molecule to human cells and animal models for ALS, the nerve cells stopped… Read More
American Friends of Tel Aviv University (AFTAU) today announced the appointment of Ben Pery as Chief Executive Officer, effective November 3, 2025. A proud Tel Aviv University (TAU) alumnus and seasoned nonprofit executive, Pery brings a deeply personal connection to TAU and a bold plan to expand AFTAU’s reach, deepen donor engagement, and strengthen the… Read More
A new study conducted by Tel Aviv University (TAU) researchers examines how the effects of climate change on hurricanes is expected to affect profitability in the United States homeowners’ insurance market. The study proposes proactively channeling the anticipated losses to the insurance industry into climate-mitigation investments. The research was conducted by a joint team from… Read More
Tel Aviv University (TAU) is proud to announce that it is awarding Steve Witkoff the George S. Wise Medal, one of the University’s highest honors. This accolade recognizes his pivotal contributions to the return of the hostages to Israel, efforts to end the war, and role in initiating early steps toward regional peace. The award… Read More
Tel Aviv University (TAU) today announced a historic $125 million gift from the Gray Foundation to transform its Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. The gift – the largest ever to TAU – will significantly expand capacity at the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, improve access for students and elevate the quality of education,… Read More
Tel Aviv University (TAU) has announced that in 2026 the University will award an Honorary Doctorate to Einav Zangauker in recognition of her uncompromising, courageous, and inspiring struggle over nearly two years, together with the Hostages and Missing Persons Families Forum and the broader public, for the return to Israel of all hostages. On October… Read More
Scientists from Tel Aviv University (TAU) have introduced an innovative gene therapy method to treat impairments in hearing and balance caused by inner ear dysfunction. According to the researchers, the treatment constitutes an improvement over existing strategies, demonstrating enhanced efficiency and holding promise for treating a wide range of mutations that cause hearing loss. The study… Read More