The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is proud to announce that Prof. Eran Meshorer has been elected as a member of EMBO, a prestigious European organization recognizing exceptional research leaders in life sciences across Europe and beyond.

By establishing an iron overload-induced hepatic ferroptosis model, scientists from Japan have identified iFerroptosis–an integrated gene signature for ferroptosis. They evaluated the associated genes in both mice and human liver injury systems, validating the potential use of iFerroptosis as a biomarker for hepatic ferroptosis. By highlighting the role of ferroptosis in liver injuries, this study offers insights into unique therapeutic targets for ferroptosis.

Chrysanthemums—prized for their beauty and medicinal value—have long lacked a centralized, data-rich research platform. That's about to change. 

CRISPR-based gene editing holds great promise, but off-target effects remain a major concern, especially across diverse genetic backgrounds. A new study presents a web-based tool that enhances off-target site prediction by incorporating individual genetic variants. Developed using the human genome and pepper plant cultivars, the tool improves accuracy at the haplotype level. This user-friendly, login-free platform offers researchers a powerful way to personalize and safeguard genome editing applications across fields.

Improved treatment regimens have increased the life expectancy of individuals infected with HIV. However, these individuals are at a higher risk of developing other comorbidities—one such condition that has been debated upon is osteoarthritis (OA). Now, researchers from Shanghai Jiaotong University have uncovered a link between protease inhibitors—drugs utilized in HIV management—and the acceleration of OA development.

A new study challenges the belief in a universal “pet effect” on human well-being. Using data collected during COVID-19 lockdowns, researchers found no significant change in respondents' well-being when they acquired or lost a pet in their household. The findings suggest that, even during a time of extreme isolation, human-animal bonds may not be as emotionally transformative as we like to believe.