Celebrating Our New PhD Graduates

The School of Marine Sciences is delighted to congratulate our new PhD graduates on this remarkable achievement. We are incredibly proud of your dedication, perseverance, and the significant contributions you have made to marine science research during your doctoral studies. Your hard work and commitment to advancing our understanding of marine systems exemplify the excellence that defines our school. As you embark on the next chapter of your careers, we wish you continued success, fascinating discoveries, and fulfillment in your academic, professional, and personal journeys. From here to the sea and back - congratulations to all our new PhDs!

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Dr. Derya Akkaynak Represents the Hatter Department of Marine Technologies at Prestigious German Event

Dr. Derya Akkaynak from the Hatter Department of Marine Technologies recently participated in the 14th anniversary celebration of the mentorship program at Universität Greifswald, Germany – one of the oldest and most respected universities in Europe. Over the past two years, Dr. Akkaynak has served as a mentor to PhD students through this prestigious program, which aims to promote women in scientific careers by offering personal guidance, strengthening professional networks, and breaking down barriers in academia.

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School of Marine Sciences Ranked 27th in the World for “Life Below Water”

The Charney School of Marine Sciences has achieved an outstanding ranking of 27th in the world for "Life Below Water" (SDG 14) in the 2025 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. This year, over 2,400 universities worldwide were evaluated based on their contributions to advancing social, economic, and environmental sustainability, aligned with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Sperm Whale Armada (Physeter Macrocephalus), Sri Lanka, Palk Strait, Indian Ocean

Breakthrough in Understanding Sperm Whale Communication

A groundbreaking study led by Prof. Roee Diamant, head of the Underwater Acoustics and Navigation Lab (ANL) in the Hatter Department of Marine Technologies, together with doctoral students Guy Gubnitsky and Yaly Mevorach, has developed the first automated system of its kind for decoding sperm whale

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Advanced Marine Research in Haifa Bay: Highlights from the Charney School’s Annual Research Cruise

In July 2025, the Charney School of Marine Sciences launched one of its most ambitious and multidisciplinary research cruises to date. Over the course of three intensive days at sea, researchers, students, engineers, and professional staff worked side by side—merging diverse fields of expertise, cutting-edge technologies, and a variety of research platforms

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Prof. Roee Diamant Awarded PBC Grant for Groundbreaking Research in Marine Energy

Prof. Diamant’s innovative project focuses on the development of a polymer-based transducer designed to harvest energy from underwater acoustic noise — a cutting-edge approach that merges sustainability, advanced materials science, and marine technology.

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Prof. Zvi Ben-Avraham Appointed Founding Governor of the Charney School of Marine Sciences

This week, we had the honor of celebrating the appointment of Prof. Zvi Ben-Avraham as Founding Governor of the Leon H. Charney School of Marine Sciences. Prof. Ben-Avraham – Israel Prize laureate, member of the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities, and pioneering scientist – founded the school and led it through its first decade, shaping it into a leading institution in marine science.

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Dr. Igal Berenshtein Awarded Prestigious Grant for Marine Protected Areas Research

Prof. Diamant’s innovative project focuses on the development of a polymer-based transducer designed to harvest energy from underwater acoustic noise — a cutting-edge approach that merges sustainability, advanced materials science, and marine technology.

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 Announcing the First Marine Technologies Conference (MTC)

This one-day event will bring together researchers, industry professionals, and students to explore the latest developments in marine technologies. The conference will highlight cutting-edge research, breakthrough innovations, and emerging trends shaping the future of the field.

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