Visceral Fat Loss Leaves Metabolic Legacy
11/06/2026
BGU-led MRI study links lasting visceral fat loss to lower long-term type 2 diabetes risk despite weight regain.
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Damselflies’ Secret to Perfect Structural Colors
10/06/2026
BGU researchers reveal how damselflies create vivid, saturated colors, inspiring sustainable alternatives to synthetic pigments.
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Study Confirms Safety of Pregnancy Painkillers
09/06/2026
BGU research on 264,000 pregnancies confirms NSAIDs and paracetamol are safe. Risks are linked to maternal illness, not the medication itself.
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BGU Launches Thermal Research Institute of Israel
01/06/2026
New facility will advance research on materials under extreme conditions and support Israel’s industry, defense sector, and national laboratories
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Abdominal Fat Reduction Slows Brain Aging
04/05/2026
BGU study finds sustained visceral fat reduction preserves brain structure and cognitive function.
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Microbes Adjust Roles to Reduce Competition
29/04/2026
BGU study shows microbes sense neighbors and shift roles, reducing competition and improving coexistence within complex microbial communities.
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New Faculty Members for 2025-2026
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev continues to grow, adding talented new researchers from top institutions every year.
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Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Mourns
The BGU community is united in grief over the tragic loss of our students, staff and faculty, killed during the Iron Swords war, whether in service or in civilian life
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