Author Archives: MichaelOrdman

From collapse to pacemaker in 5 hours

Posted on February 23, 2025

By now you probably know about my personal experience of Israel’s terrific emergency medical service. If interested in the full details, I’ve written it up. More important, though, are the links to the sites of the wonderful Laniado and United … Continue reading →

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Bacteriophage can save lives

Posted on February 23, 2025

Sigal Vorzhev, a researcher at the Israeli Phage Therapy Center at the Hebrew University and Hadassah, has discovered a phage (a kind of virus) that kills deadly resistant bacteria Klebsiella pneumoniae. She has named the phage “KpRaz1” after her life … Continue reading →

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Volunteers to the rescue

Posted on February 23, 2025

This article gives a comprehensive insight into Israel’s largest volunteer organization – Yad Sarah (see here previously). The range of medical and social services that Yad Sarah provides is truly amazing, including to help rehabilitate wounded IDF soldiers. https://israeldreams.com/2025/01/12/finallyan-uplifting-story/ https://friendsofyadsarah.org/donate-now

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What’s good about fat?

Posted on February 23, 2025

Scientists at Israel’s Ben Gurion University have identified new types of fat cells in the body and described their purpose – e.g. to control appetite. Their research findings, part of the international Human Cell Atlas project, could pave the way … Continue reading →

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Don’t worry, be happy

Posted on February 23, 2025

Yuval Kutz is founder and President of Israel’s online Happiness Studies Academy, which uses scientific research to educate leaders about how to find and share happiness. Kurtz says, “Research shows you will be more productive, more resilient, more efficient, and … Continue reading →

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Doubling the IVF success rate

Posted on February 23, 2025

Tel Aviv University scientists have greatly increased the success rate of IVF from 34% to 65% by a precise and advanced method for selecting the highest-quality sperm cells. Their innovative imaging system analyzes internal sperm morphology, motility, and DNA fragmentation. … Continue reading →

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Unlocking the secrets of cancer

Posted on February 23, 2025

Tel Aviv University Professor Uri Ben-David shares insights regarding cancer biology and treatment strategies, including precision medicine. His specialty is aneuploidy, the presence of an abnormal number of chromosomes in cancer cells (see here previously). https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-841686

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Five lookouts ask to return to IDF service

Posted on February 23, 2025

Less than two weeks after their release from Hamas captivity, former hostages Liri Albag, Naama Levy, Agam Berger, Daniella Gilboa and Karina Ariev have asked to return to the army. The army responded that they needed more time to recover … Continue reading →

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Argentine President wins “Genesis Prize”

Posted on February 23, 2025

For the first time in its history, the prestigious Genesis Prize often called the “Jewish Nobel” has been awarded to a non-Jew. Argentine President Javier Milei received the 2024 honor in recognition of his strong support for Israel and his … Continue reading →

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Fellowship strengthens US students’ Israel bond

Posted on February 23, 2025

The Israel on Campus Coalition’s Geller International Fellowship gives US students confidence to advocate for Israel. The six-month program included a 10-day trip9 to Israel and the UAE to experience the budding Emirati-Israeli relationship under the Abraham Accords. https://www.jns.org/pro-israel-fellowship-helps-us-students-be-confident-advocates/ https://israelcc.org/geller-fellowship/

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