Lab News
Explore updates on our scientific outreach, upcoming conferences, and lab milestones as we share our research findings and engage with the global crop science community.
Aug 27, 2026
Itonnews Features Our Breakthrough on Climate-Resilient Wheat for the Middle East
We are proud to share that Itonnews highlighted our cross-border research developing climate-resilient wheat. Alongside Palestinian and Dutch scientists, our team bred the heat- and drought-tolerant "Ufuq" line to safeguard regional food security. [Read Article]
Aug 21, 2026
Molla’s New Paper Published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Research
Excited to share that Molla’s latest paper is officially live! This study advances our understanding of key agricultural practices and crop performance. Congratulations to Molla on this well-deserved milestone! [Read Publication]
Aug 16, 2026
Simeon’s New Paper Published in Theoretical and Applied Genetics
Huge congratulations to Simeon on the publication of his new paper in Theoretical and Applied Genetics (TAG). We are incredibly proud of his hard work and dedication. [Read Publication]
Jul 14, 2026
Congratulations to Aviya Fadida -Myers on her new publication!
Her impactful research is officially live and driving forward the future of sustainable agriculture.
We are incredibly proud to see your dedication and hard work recognized, Aviya! [Read Publication]
Jul 1, 2026
Griesfield Scholarship Awarded to Niv Liel
We are thrilled to announce that Niv Liel has been awarded the prestigious Griesfield scholarship! This second academic honor highlights Niv's outstanding dedication and ongoing research excellence within our lab. Congratulations on another fantastic achievement—well done again, Niv!
Jun 27, 2026
Shamin Scholarship Awarded for Lodging Phenotyping
Shoutout to Niv Liel for receiving the prestigious Shamin scholarship! These funds will support Niv's upcoming research training on lodging phenotyping at the University of Idaho. Keep up the great work, Niv!
Jun 27, 2026
Emmer Agronomic Evaluation Paper Accepted
Huge congrats to Aviya Fadida-Myers on her 2nd PhD paper acceptance in the Journal of Agronomy and Crop Science! Her research delivers an excellent agronomic evaluation of Emmer wheat in Israel. Well done, Aviya!
May 9, 2026
Congratulations, Simeon!
Big congratulations to Simeon on the publication of his new paper in Field Crops Research (FCR). We are incredibly proud of his hard work and this excellent milestone for our lab group. [Read Publication]
Apr 20, 2026
The Times of Israel Features Our Lab's New "Ya'akobi" Wheat Variety
We are proud to share that The Times of Israel has featured our newly developed, climate-resilient wheat strain. Engineered to withstand extreme drought and heatwaves, this high-yield variety honors the legacy of our late advisor and veteran agronomist, Yakov (Ya'akobi) Inon. [Read Article]
Jan 14, 2026
Tony Mamin Successfully Defends MSc Thesis
A major congratulations to Tony Mamin for the brilliant defense of his MSc thesis this afternoon. His rigorous research represents a fantastic contribution to our group's work, and we wish him the absolute best as he continues pushing his barley projects forward. Outstanding job, Tony!