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Hebrew University, Berkeley researchers develop method for transmitting medical images via cell phones

The image on the above phone's screen is a simulated breast tumor, shown in red. (Photo courtesy of Boris Rubinsky, UC Berkeley)The image on the above phone's screen is a simulated breast tumor, shown in red. (Photo courtesy of Boris Rubinsky, UC Berkeley)Hebrew University, Berkeley Researchers Develop Method for Transmitting Medical Images Via Cell Phones

A process to transmit medical images via cellular phones that has been developed by a Hebrew University of Jerusalem researcher has the potential to provide sophisticated radiological diagnoses and treatment to the majority of the world’s population lacking access to such technology.


Five Young Hebrew University Scientists Win First Competitive EU Grants

Five HU ResearcherFive HU ResearcherFive Young Hebrew University Scientists Win First Competitive EU Grants

Five young Hebrew University of Jerusalem scientists have been awarded five-year research grants under the European Union’s first competition for outstanding starting independent investigators. The amount awarded to the five Hebrew University winners totals 6,380,000 euros.


Two Hebrew University Researchers Awarded 2008 Wolf Prize in Medicine

Wolf PrizeWolf PrizeTwo Hebrew U Researchers Awarded 2008 Wolf Prize in Medicine

Two Hebrew University researchers, Prof. Howard Cedar and Prof. Aharon Razin, have been awarded the 2008 Wolf Prize in Medicine for their fundamental contributions to the control of gene expression and cancer research. The Wolf Prize is awarded annually to outstanding scientists and artists, ''for achievements in the interest of mankind and friendly relations among peoples, irrespective of nationality, race, color, religion, sex, or political view.''