The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is Israel’s leading university and a globally recognized centre for research, innovation, and academic excellence. Founded in 1918, the university is consistently ranked among the world’s top institutions and has achieved international recognition through major scientific contributions, including Nobel Prizes, a Turing Award, and a Fields Medal among its faculty and alumni. With more than 100 research centres and strong links between academia and industry, the university drives multidisciplinary research, technology transfer, and innovation across fields including agriculture, environmental sustainability, health, and advanced technologies. Through its global academic community and commitment to impactful research, the Hebrew University continues to contribute to scientific advancement and societal progress worldwide.

Role in the project

HUJI leads nutritional research components, including controlled experiments on feed intake, metabolism, and physiological responses under heat stress. Provides expertise across nutritional aspects of the project.