About three weeks ago, with mixed emotions and after a year of preparation, Dr. Tal Luzzatto Kanaan and Prof. Tali Mass from the Department of Marine Biology, embarked on an expedition to Antarctica as part of the journey of the "Homeward Bound" program. This international initiative brings together women with backgrounds in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine) to create a global network of women with scientific expertise who will lead and solve global challenges for the benefit of humanity. Together with an exclusive group of dozens of researchers from around the world, it was clear to both that they would leverage the expedition to shed light on the situation in Israel and explain Israel's perspective in the war against Hamas. Articles about their journey were published in the Jerusalem Post and on the website [mention the specific website, if available].

A groundbreaking study conducted at our Morris Kahn Marine Research Station has revealed a remarkable discovery: the coastal strip between Ma'agan Michael and Dor serves as a critical nursery for juvenile Atlantic guitarfish, a critically endangered species of cartilaginous fish. This study, published in Frontiers in Marine Science, provides solid evidence that the area offers a safe environment for young fish to grow and develop.

Prof. Roee Diamant and his team at the Underwater Acoustics and Navigation Laboratory have developed an innovative underwater robot to address the global fishing crisis. This advanced system autonomously and accurately monitors fish schools using cutting-edge acoustic technology.