In honor of Maj. Gen. Raz Abulafia, the Israeli Phage Therapy Center is naming a newly discovered phage, "KpRaz1." Maj. Gen. Raz Abulafia fell in battle during the war following the Oct. 7 attacks. His life partner, researcher Sigal Vorzhev—who discovered the phage alongside research associate Shira Meuchas-Heilbron—is melding her personal loss with cutting-edge scientific work.
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News from Hebrew University
While the challenges of war persist, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem remains unwavering in its pursuit of excellence, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation, leading the charge in transformative technological advancements, and maintaining its position as the preeminent academic and research institution in Israel.

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Special Spotlights
Through the student-driven initiative, Middle Meets, Hebrew University students met Pope Francis on February 5th to present insights and conclusions they developed from the initiative. Middle Meets seeks to challenge hate speech, promote constructive dialogue, and offer students spaces for mutual listening and constructive conversation. Read more here.  
In Case You Missed It
Dr. Oded Adomi Leshem, founder of the International Hub for Hope Research at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s PICR Lab, explored hope through philosophical, theological, and psychological perspectives and discussed its role in addressing the significant socio-political challenges of our times. Watch the webinar here. 
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Giving Advice
GIFT ANNUITIES MAY BE EVEN BETTER IN 2025 
By Neal Myerberg 
Myerberg Philanthropic Advisors 
Interest rates will likely be lower in 2025.  

Yet gift annuity (CGA) rates are likely to remain at their current high levels.  

Consider a 2025 AFHU Hebrew University Gift Annuity for yourself and/or another while rates are high.  

Also, if you haven’t previously established a Qualified Charitable Distribution Gift Annuity (an IRA CGA), you can use up to $54,000 in IRA funds tax-free in 2025 for a high-rate CGA for your individual lifetime (or for two lives with your spouse).  

It’s a way to withdraw some or all of your RMD amounts—tax-free—in 2025.  

Please contact us for more information, including a personalized calculation, at plannedgiving@afhu.org or 212.607.8524.
 

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