Science

A recent study done at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has found an enzyme that is responsible for triggering accelerated growth of breast cancer cells. The discovery may lead to new ways of treating and preventing cancer.

A recent Israeli study on Parkinson's has shown surprising results. According to the researchers, some Parkinson's treatments have an "artistic" effect on patients, who can go on to become great artists in various fields.

People who suffer from sleep apnea are usually at higher risk for cardiovascular disease. But an intriguing new study from the Technion suggests that some people who have already suffered heart attacks, may actually benefit from mild to moderate sleep-disordered breathing.

Israeli researchers have made a discovery that may one day lead to a breakthrough in fertility treatments. New research done at the Technion has shown that it may be possible to grow human eggs from part of the amniotic sac.

New research from Israel suggests that it may not be necessary to use drugs when treating highly anxious children. Instead, their anxiety can be relieved with a computer-based technique called ABM that’s already seen success in adult patients.

Recent studies in the field have cancer research have pointed to the fact that only some cancerous cells are involved in tumor growth. A new Israeli study has made great progress in isolating and treating these "cancer stem cells".

When dieting, many people struggle with keeping exact count of their caloric intake or other nutritional values. Make My Plate, an Israeli startup, has come up with a visual tool to make tracking your diet simple – and even fun.

Israeli company BioControl has come up with an innovative solution to treat a form of epilepsy that cannot currently be treated with prescription drugs. Their device, FitNeS, is an implant that regulates nervous activity.

Simulation technology intended for use by fighter pilots has been converted to assist in brain surgery. Surgeons can now use the Israeli-American Surgical Theater technology to prepare for tricky brain procedures.

More than half of people suffering from Parkinson's disease experience random pains. A recent Israeli study, focusing on the patients' genetic information, has shown that this pain might be treated by using cannabis.

A new understanding of what takes place at the cellular level during the development of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s offers promise towards possible new treatments, according to the Hebrew University.

There are many methods of treating tumors in the human body, most of which require an invasive procedure which involves general anesthesia. Israeli company IceCure has developed a method that turns tumors into balls of ice – eliminating the need for surgery.

Fish oil is commonly used as a nutritional supplement, for its high levels of Omega 3 and antioxidants. Now, Israeli researchers have found another healthy perk of fish oil – pain relief for people suffering from bedsores.

Malaria is a deadly disease which kills over a million people worldwide every year. The high death toll is due to the fact that some strains are able to hide their activity from the human immune system. A new discovery at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, however, may be key in defeating this elusive killer.

Are facial expressions the best way to determine a person's emotional state? A new study conducted at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem shows that in cases of extreme emotions, it is body language, and not facial expression, that truly reveals how a person is feeling.