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Dr. Michael Kalyuzhny is a Senior Lecturer and Principal Investigator at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Department of Ecology, Evolution and Behavior. His research focuses on understanding ecological community dynamics, species coexistence mechanisms, and the application of data science to ecological systems. He won the prestigious Alon Fellowship in 2024. Education: BSc in Biology, Hebrew University MSc and PhD in Ecology, Evolution & Behavior, Hebrew University Postdoctoral research at the University of Michigan and University of Texas at Austin Research Interests: Exploring how ecological communities maintain high biodiversity, spatial and temporal dynamics of species, and the integration of theoretical models with large-scale datasets. Current projects include studying conspecific negative density dependence in tropical forests and the impact of environmental heterogeneity on biodiversity. Awards: Alon Fellowship (2024) Advising & Grants: Supervising MSc student Yuval Neumann, investigating disturbance effects on plant community diversity. Active in securing grants for theoretical ecology and field experiments. Labs & Teams: Leads the Kalyuzhny Lab, which combines theoretical ecology with empirical studies to address fundamental questions in community assembly and biodiversity maintenance.

• Ecology
• Community Ecology
• Biodiversity
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Dr. Miri Adler is a Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor) at the Alexander Silberman Institute of Life Sciences and the Faculty of Medicine at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and a visiting scientist at Yale University's Tananbaum Center. Her research focuses on uncovering universal principles of tissue organization and function, particularly in health and disease, with an emphasis on fibrosis, cell-cell communication circuits, and systems-level analysis of complex biological networks. She leads a multidisciplinary team combining theoretical models, computational methods, and experimental data to study tissue repair, homeostasis, and pathological processes like fibrosis. Education: Ph.D. in Physics (Weizmann Institute, 2019), M.Sc. in Physics (Weizmann Institute, 2013), B.Sc. in Physics (Technion, 2010). Previous positions include postdoctoral fellowships at the Broad Institute (MIT/Harvard) and Weizmann Institute, and a visiting scientist role at Yale. Research interests span network hyper-motifs, division of labor in tissues, fibrosis mechanisms, and fold-change detection in biological systems. Key contributions include identifying fibrosis subtypes (‘cold’ and ‘hot’) and developing theoretical frameworks to predict therapeutic targets. Her work integrates concepts from mathematics, computer science, and physics with biology. Scientific awards include the Alon Fellowship (2024), EMBO Excellence in Life Sciences Fellowship (2020), and the Lee A. Segel Prize in Theoretical Biology (2017). The lab actively seeks students and researchers in computational biology, systems biology, and mathematical modeling. Advising: Supervises graduate and undergraduate students in projects related to tissue dynamics, network analysis, and fibrosis modeling. Collaborates with experimental labs to validate theoretical predictions in heart, lung, and liver tissues. Current team includes postdocs, M.Sc. students, and undergraduate researchers. Labs & Teams: The Adler Lab at Hebrew University focuses on multidisciplinary approaches to tissue biology, with a particular emphasis on fibrosis and systems-level tissue organization. Collaborations span institutions including Yale University and the Broad Institute.

• Tissue Biology
• Cell-Cell Communication
• Fibrosis Research
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Dr. Negin Boaz is a researcher in the Department of Plant & Environmental Sciences at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Her lab focuses on elucidating the functions of plant specialized metabolites in natural and controlled settings, emphasizing interactions with herbivores, environmental stressors, and ecological contexts. Key research areas include plant chemical defenses, metabolite-environment interactions, and the adaptation of native species as models for chemical ecology studies. Research methods include molecular biology, mass spectrometry, CRISPR genome editing, and field/laboratory functional assays. Current projects involve studying Nicotiana species, maize, barley, Brachypodium distachyon, and coffee plants. Dr. Boaz collaborates with international teams and has published extensively on metabolite roles in herbivory protection and plant resilience. Her lab actively recruits master's and PhD students interested in plant biology, ecology, or biochemistry. Contact: boaz.negin@mail.huji.ac.il

• Plant Biology
• Chemical Ecology
• Plant Defense Mechanisms
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Prof. Julia Shifman is a Professor in the Department of Biological Chemistry at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Her research focuses on computational and experimental protein engineering, particularly redesigning protein-protein interfaces to develop novel therapeutic proteins for cancer, degenerative, and inflammatory diseases. She leads a lab investigating enzyme stabilization (e.g., MMP-9 variants) and structural biology of protein interactions, including cold spot analysis. Education: PhD from the University of Pennsylvania, postdoctoral training at the California Institute of Technology. Current lab members include PhD and M.Sc. students working on drug design, protein-ligand interactions, and microbiology. Collaborations involve computational methods like machine learning and mass spectrometry. Key projects include engineering stable proteases for drug screening and understanding cold spots in protein interfaces to enhance binding specificity. Recent breakthroughs include stable MMP-9 variants and structural insights into cold spot formation.

• Protein Engineering
• Protein-Protein Interactions
• Drug Design
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Prof. Alexander Liberzon is a Professor in the School of Mechanical Engineering at Tel Aviv University, where he leads cutting-edge research in experimental fluid mechanics and turbulence. His work emphasizes minimally intrusive measurement techniques and bridges engineering with biomedical and environmental applications, maintaining active laboratory operations and institutional affiliations. His research interests center on fluid mechanics and turbulence, extending to experimental methodologies, physiological fluid dynamics, and bio-inspired flow sensors. He investigates heat transfer phenomena, rheology of complex fluids, and turbulent interactions with particles/polymers using particle image velocimetry, Lagrangian tracking, infrared thermography, and MEMS sensors. Applications span biomedical engineering, cloud physics, and electrorheological fluid behavior, demonstrating interdisciplinary impact across fundamental and applied domains. Prof. Liberzon directs the Turbulence Lab (https://turbulencelab.sites.tau.ac.il), which serves as a dedicated facility for experimental investigations into turbulent flows and their interactions with biological systems, polymers, and additives. The lab employs advanced instrumentation for three-dimensional particle tracking and thermal mapping, fostering innovation in both academic research and practical engineering solutions through collaborative projects and industry partnerships.

• Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence
• Experimental Methods
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Prof. Yonatan Sivan is a Professor at the School of Electrical & Computer Engineering, Ben-Gurion University. His research focuses on nanophotonics, plasmonics, and electromagnetism, with particular emphasis on thermal and non-thermal effects in metallic systems. Key areas include plasmon-assisted photocatalysis, electron non-equilibrium dynamics, and numerical methods for nanophotonic systems. He advises multiple PhD and MSc students, including current candidates like Tamir Grossinger and Ben Spiegel, and collaborates internationally (e.g., with South China Normal University and UC Berkeley). Education details are not explicitly stated, but his work spans theoretical and experimental domains, integrating advanced numerical techniques with experimental validation. Notable contributions include redefining plasmonic photocatalytic mechanisms through thermal/non-thermal analysis and pioneering modal expansion methods for open optical systems. Research interests are organized into thematic clusters: Thermo-plasmonics, Drude materials, metal luminescence, thermal emission, and numerical methods. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaborations, addressing both fundamental physics and applied nanotechnology challenges. Publications span high-impact journals like ACS Catalysis , Nano Letters , and Physical Review Applied , with a focus on experimental validation and theoretical modeling. He also contributes to teaching courses on plasmonics, metamaterials, and wave propagation. Current group members include Dr. Imon Kalyan and Sravya Rao, while past members hold positions at institutions like UC Berkeley and KLA Tencor. His lab focuses on advancing nanophotonic technologies through rigorous computational and experimental frameworks.

• Plasmonics
• Nanophotonics
• Electromagnetism
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Elad Segev is a Professor in the DAN Department of Communication at Tel Aviv University since 2010. His research focuses on the interplay between information and power, particularly in global contexts. Key areas include international news flow analysis, digital divide studies, and application of semantic network analysis. He earned his PhD from the University of Keele, England. His work explores topics such as country image formation, online search behaviors, and the impact of social media on diplomacy. Collaborations with institutions like the Technion and Yale University highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Education : PhD in Communication Studies, University of Keele (England) Research Interests : Global information flows and their societal implications Provocation narratives in media Network analysis methodologies Science communication and public engagement with science Key Projects : International News Flow Online: Analyzing cross-cultural news biases Google and the Digital Divide: Exploring search engine dynamics Semantic Network Analysis: Developing tools for text analysis Grants : SNF-funded study on news bias detection His lab collaborates with global researchers to advance understanding of digital media’s role in shaping global perceptions and power structures.

• International Communication
• Network Analysis
• Digital Divide
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Eran Amsalem is a tenured Senior Lecturer in the Department of Communication and Journalism at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His research examines how mass and interpersonal communication influence political attitudes, alongside analyzing the communication patterns, decision-making processes, and personality traits of political elites. He employs experimental designs, elite and general population surveys, meta-analyses, and computational text analysis in his studies. Ph.D. in Communication and Journalism (joint degree), Hebrew University of Jerusalem & University of Antwerp, 2019 Visiting Postdoctoral Scholar, Stanford University's Department of Political Science (2018–2019) His methodological toolkit spans quantitative approaches, including experimental designs, meta-analyses, and computational text analysis techniques applied to both elite and public political discourse.

• Political Communication
• Mass Communication
• Interpersonal Communication
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Prof. Aya Meltzer-Asscher is an Associate Professor at the Department of Linguistics and the Sagol School of Neuroscience at Tel Aviv University. Her research focuses on real-time sentence processing, integrating behavioral and electrophysiological methods to study how humans process lexical-semantic and syntactic aspects of language, with a particular emphasis on Hebrew. She leads the Sentence Processing Lab, investigating how grammar shapes processing strategies and employs tools like ERP and fMRI. Education: Ph.D. in Linguistics, Tel Aviv University (2005–2010), supervised by Prof. Tal Siloni and Prof. Julia Horvath. M.A. in Linguistics, Tel Aviv University (2003–2004). B.A. in Computer Science and Linguistics, Tel Aviv University (1999–2002). Research Interests: Sentence processing, psycholinguistics, neurolinguistics, syntax-semantics interface, Hebrew syntax, aphasia, and neurocognitive mechanisms of language. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with experimental and clinical approaches, exploring how grammatical structures influence real-time comprehension and production. Publications: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Language, Cognition and Neuroscience , Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience , and Brain & Language . Her research highlights topics such as predictive processing, working memory in syntax, and neuroimaging of argument structure. Labs & Affiliations: Director of the Sentence Processing Lab , affiliated with the Sagol School of Neuroscience. Collaborates internationally on projects involving electrophysiology and neuroimaging.

• Linguistics
• Psycholinguistics
• Neurolinguistics
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Prof. Eitan Lerner is a Professor at the Department of Biological Chemistry, The Alexander Silberman Institute of Life Sciences, Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His research focuses on dynamic structural biology of intrinsically disordered proteins, molecular etiology of Parkinson's disease, bio-condensates, and biological fluorescence. He leads the Lerner lab, developing innovative methods such as single-molecule fluorescence spectroscopy and the flow virometer for rapid virus detection. His work bridges experimental and computational approaches to study biomolecular dynamics and phase separation. Research Interests: Parkinson's Disease mechanisms, phase-separated bio-condensates, fluorescent probe design. Key Projects: Flow virometer for virus detection (patented), FRET imaging of protein interactions, and fluorescence lifetime analysis of biomolecular condensates. Collaborations: With Prof. Eran Meshorer (HUJI), Prof. Thorben Cordes (LMU Munich), and others. His lab’s advancements include using fluorescence lifetime to report local densities in cellular condensates and structural studies of α-Synuclein.

• Single-Molecule Biology
• Parkinson's Disease
• Bio-condensates
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Prof. Yonatan Loewenstein is a Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His research focuses on computational neuroscience and cognition, particularly the neural mechanisms underlying decision-making, reinforcement learning, and sensory processing. He leads an interdisciplinary laboratory exploring how learning principles govern behaviors in both biological and artificial systems. Key contributions include studies on somatosensory cortex organization, neuronal homeostasis, and human-machine synergy in decision-making. He co-authored the book Computational Models in Cognition , blending theoretical frameworks with empirical findings. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but his affiliations suggest advanced training in neurobiology and computational sciences. Research interests span decision-making biases, reinforcement learning dynamics, and the interplay between brain structure and function. His recent work addresses topics like idiosyncratic choice stability, value modulation in impulsivity, and abstract reasoning in neural networks. Publications highlight collaborations in fields ranging from cognitive dissonance to schizophrenia diagnostics. While no specific awards are listed, his involvement in high-impact journals and interdisciplinary projects underscores his academic contributions. The lab’s work is housed in the Goodman Faculty building, with active group members and experimental facilities.

• Decision-making
• Reinforcement Learning
• Neurobiology
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Prof. Dana Reichmann is a Professor in the Department of Biological Chemistry at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Institute of Life Sciences. Her research focuses on protein homeostasis, redox regulation, and stress response mechanisms. She leads an interdisciplinary lab exploring topics such as intrinsically disordered chaperones, redox-dependent heterogeneity in cellular populations, and proteomics using mass spectrometry. Research Interests: System biology of redox regulation, computational/experimental proteomics, and structural biology of chaperones. Her work addresses how redox signaling and protein dynamics impact aging and stress responses, with applications in understanding neurodegenerative diseases and bacterial pathogenesis. Awards: - Farkas-Himsley Award for Young Researchers (2016) - Krill Prize (2016) Laboratory Activities: Current projects include studying the functional plasticity of Hsp33 chaperones, developing methods to analyze protein-protein interactions via crosslinking and HDX-MS, and investigating redox heterogeneity in yeast populations. The lab also designs novel peptides and explores applications in cultured meat protein production. Collaborations and Grants: Active collaborations include work on bacterial redox switches (with Harvard University) and proteasome dynamics (with UC San Francisco). Her lab has secured funding for projects on oxidative stress in aging and anti-bacterial strategies.

• Redox Regulation
• Protein Homeostasis
• Stress Response Mechanisms
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Prof. Sagiv Shifman is a Full Professor at the Department of Genetics , Alexander Silberman Institute of Life Sciences , The Hebrew University of Jerusalem . His research focuses on the genetics of neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders , particularly autism spectrum disorders and schizophrenia , utilizing genomic data analysis , mouse models , and CRISPR screening to uncover chromatin regulators , gene expression variation , and sex-specific genetic mechanisms . Academic Leadership : Served as department head (2017-2021), previously leading genetics teaching programs. Research Themes : Mapping genetic variants in brain disorders via computational/experimental methods. Studying gene networks and chromatin regulation in neurodevelopment. Investigating essential genes in stem cells and cancer via CRISPR libraries . Elucidating sex chromosome influences on gene essentiality and disease. Scientific Contributions : 2013 Krill Prize recipient for excellence in Life Sciences. Key discoveries in POGZ deficiency , AUTS2 isoforms , and ASD/Schizophrenia gene overlap . Collaborative Impact : Advancing neurogenetic databases and CRISPR-based disease modeling . Developing tools like ImReP and ROP for immunoglobulin repertoire analysis and RNA-seq read origin detection .

• Genetics of Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Schizophrenia Genetics
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Prof. Eran Rabani is a distinguished researcher and professor holding dual appointments at Tel Aviv University's School of Chemistry and the University of California, Berkeley's Department of Chemistry. At UC Berkeley, he holds the prestigious Glenn T. Seaborg Chair in Physical Chemistry and serves as a Faculty Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. His research bridges theoretical chemistry, computational physics, and nanomaterials science, with significant contributions to understanding quantum phenomena at the nanoscale. Prof. Rabani earned his Ph.D. in Theoretical Chemistry from The Hebrew University in 1996, followed by postdoctoral research at Columbia University. His academic career progressed from Senior Lecturer to full Professor at Tel Aviv University, where he has maintained a continuous appointment since 1993. His educational background includes a summa cum laude B.Sc. from the Special Program "Amirim" at The Hebrew University. Rabani's research program centers on three interconnected pillars: Optoelectronic Properties of Nanomaterials , where his group develops computational models to describe exciton fine structure and phonon interactions in nanocrystals; Quasiparticle Dynamics , investigating electron transfer processes in nanoscale systems; and Stochastic Electronic Structure Methods , pioneering computational approaches that dramatically reduce the complexity of quantum simulations. His work combines theoretical innovation with practical applications in renewable energy, sensing technologies, and quantum information processing. Analysis of Rabani's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on quantum confinement effects, exciton dynamics, and the development of stochastic computational methods that enable simulations of previously intractable systems. His research demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with experimental groups working on quantum dots, perovskites, and other nanomaterials, with a clear trajectory toward solving real-world problems in energy conversion and quantum technologies. Prof. Rabani's contributions have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: International Association of Advanced Materials Fellow (2023) Humboldt Research Award (2022) Vebleo Fellow for Prominence and Leadership in Science (2021) Glenn T. Seaborg Chair in Physical Chemistry (2017) Baker Symposium Speaker at Cornell University (2016) Kavli Frontiers of Science Alumni (2015) Marko & Lucie Chaoul Chair for Theoretical and Computational Nanoscience (2013) His research program is supported by substantial funding from major agencies including the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, and Israel Science Foundation. Current grants (2021-2025) total over $2.5 million, focusing on semiconductor nanowires, computational materials science, and optoelectronic materials. As Director of The Sackler Center for Computational Molecular and Materials Science at Tel Aviv University, he leads a vibrant research group that bridges theoretical innovation with experimental validation. Prof. Rabani directs The Sackler Center for Computational Molecular and Materials Science at Tel Aviv University and has served in various administrative roles including Vice President for Research and Development. His research group maintains strong collaborations with experimentalists worldwide, creating an intellectual community focused on advancing fundamental understanding of nanoscale phenomena while exploring practical applications in energy, sensing, and quantum technologies.

• Theoretical and computational chemistry
• Nanomaterials
• Quantum dots
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Professor Amos Ullmann is a faculty member at the School of Mechanical Engineering at Tel Aviv University, where he conducts research in environmental engineering and thermal-fluid systems. His office is located in the Wolfson Engineering Building (room 210) and he can be reached at ullmann@tauex.tau.ac.il or +972-3-6407829. Research Focus Prof. Ullmann's research program addresses critical challenges in environmental and mechanical engineering through both theoretical and experimental approaches. His primary expertise lies in Environmental Engineering , with significant contributions to: Mass transfer separation processes and innovative extraction/absorption methods Remediation of contaminated soil, sediments, and sludge Liquid-liquid two-phase flow phenomena Heat transfer during phase separation and free convection Air pollution control devices and pollutant source characterization Thermal management of electronic equipment Compressed air energy storage systems Academic Service He serves on multiple appointment committees within Tel Aviv University's Faculty of Engineering, including those for the School of Electrical Engineering and School of Mechanical Engineering, reflecting his leadership role in academic governance. Research Facilities Prof. Ullmann is associated with the Environmental Engineering Laboratory at Tel Aviv University, where experimental work on separation processes and pollution control technologies is conducted. His research bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with practical environmental applications across energy, industrial, and ecological domains.

• Environmental engineering
• Heat and Mass Transfer
• Separation Processes
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