The Charney School of Marine Sciences  is proud to congratulate Prof. Zvi Ben-Avraham, founding director of the school, on receiving the prestigious Maurice Ewing Medal for 2025.

Awarded by the American Geophysical Union (AGU), the Ewing Medal is one of the most distinguished honors in Earth and ocean sciences. It recognizes a career of transformative impact on our understanding of the ocean and its geophysical processes, placing Prof. Ben-Avraham among the most influential scientists in the field worldwide.

Prof. Ben-Avraham is internationally recognized for his pioneering research in marine geology and the tectonics of the Mediterranean region. His scientific work has significantly advanced our understanding of the geophysical dynamics shaping the seafloor and ocean basins.

This exceptional achievement is not only a well-deserved personal honor, but also a testament to the importance of marine sciences in Israel and to the global standing of the Charney School of Marine Sciences as a leading research institution.

Congratulations, Prof. Ben-Avraham! We are proud of your accomplishments and wish you continued health, inspiration, and scientific excellence.