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eJPhil: Goldman Family Announces $2 Million Matching Grant

October 20, 2025

Tags: Leadership, Awards & Events

At the Americans for Ben-Gurion University NYC Benefit on Sunday night, the Joyce and Irving Goldman Family Foundation announced a $2 million matching grant to support the Joyce and Irving Goldman Medical School at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.

BGU Embracing the AI Revolution in Higher Education

December 10, 2025

Tags: Robotics & High-Tech

BGU President Prof. Daniel Chamovitz isn't afraid of artificial intelligence (AI), he is embracing it. “I believe fear of AI is unfounded. People attend universities, especially BGU, for interaction...AI will make us smarter in these interactions.”

BGU Study Finds Link Between Autism and Thyroid Disorders

December 5, 2025

Tags: Research News

As headlines warn pregnant women about a potential link between Tylenol use and autism, new research from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev points to another possible factor: thyroid disorders during pregnancy.

Uncovering Big Insights from Nature’s Smallest Mysteries

November 21, 2025

Tags: Research News

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Prof. Maya Bar-Sadan pursues nature’s tiniest mysteries in quantum chemistry with curiosity, combining her “detective” mindset with a passion for mentoring the next generation of scientists.

Inspiring the Next Generation with Ben-Gurion Day in the USA

November 13, 2025

Tags: Negev Development & Community Programs

This week, students in San Diego enjoyed learning about David Ben-Gurion's legacy by utilizing the Ben-Gurion Day in the USA engagement activities in A4BGU's Program in a Box!

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David Ben-Gurion Speaks: First Act

David Ben-Gurion Speaks is a three-part AI-powered video series that brings Israel’s founding prime minister to life. Developed in collaboration with Jewish IdeaLab, the videos use archival images and authentic recordings of Ben-Gurion’s voice enhanced through advanced generative AI.

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We’ve changed our name! American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (AABGU) is now Americans for Ben-Gurion University. Learn more about us here.