Congratulations to Dr. Oded Shamriz, Zahala Bar-On, Or Reuven, Prof. Michael Berger, and Prof. Michal Baniyash on their recent publication in the Journal of Clinical Immunology!

The Lautenberg Center for Immunology and Cancer Research proudly congratulates Dr. Oded Shamriz, Zahala Bar-On, Or Reuven, Prof. Michael Berger, and Prof. Michal Baniyash on the publication of their groundbreaking study, titled “β-Actin Deficiency in Baraitser-Winter Syndrome Type 1 Disrupts T-Cell Function and Immune Regulation: Implications for Targeted Therapy in Actinopathies”, in the Journal of […]
Huge Congratulations to Prof. Carlos Caldas and Prof. Alex Sigal on Receiving Prestigious OR Grants!

We are proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Prof. Carlos Caldas and Prof. Alex Sigal, who have each been awarded significant OR grants. Well done! Read more about the OR grant
We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Shlomo Elias to our Center!

Dr. Shlomo Elias, a hematologist at Hadassah Medical Center and head of the hospital’s Immunotherapy Center, has officially joined our Center.We’re excited about the growing strength of our community and the new opportunities this collaboration will bring.
Lautenberg Center’s Annual Shacknai Award 2025, Symposium In Memory of Prof. David Naor

We are pleased to invite you to The Lautenberg Center’s Annual Shacknai Award Conference 2025, held in memory of Prof. David Naor. Date: June 22nd, 2025 Time: 08:00–18:00 Location: Magid Hall, Faculty of Medicine, The Hebrew University, Ein Karem Campus View the full program: Click here to see the conference program Please note: Entry is […]
Congratulations to Prof. Michael Berger and Dr. Omri Yosef on Their Recent Publication in Nature Communications

The Lautenberg Center for Immunology and Cancer Research is proud to congratulate Prof. Michael Berger and Dr. Omri Yosef on the publication of their groundbreaking study, titled “Metabolic reprogramming driven by Ant2 deficiency augments T cell function and anti-tumor immunity in mice,” in Nature Communications. In this study, the researchers reveal how loss of the […]
Congratulations to Prof. Rami Aqeilan and Prof. Michael Berger on Their Recent Publication in Trends in Immunology

The Lautenberg Center for Immunology and Cancer Research extends its warm congratulations to Prof. Rami Aqeilan and Prof. Michael Berger on the publication of their latest review article, titled “Causes and Consequences of T Cell DNA Damage,” now available in Trends in Immunology. This important work highlights the unique vulnerability of T cells to genomic […]
Congratulations to Prof. Yinon Ben-Neriah on being awarded the Israel Prize!

The Lautenberg Center was very proud to see our Prof. Ben-Neriah awarded the Israel Prize yesterday, on Independence Day 2025. Keep making us proud and happy! https://www.globes.co.il/news/article.aspx?did=1001509145&responsive=true
The Lautenberg Center mourns the loss of Prof. Eva Klein

Prof. Eva Klein was a visiting professor at our Center between 1982 and 1998. She was well known for her fundamental studies in cancer immunology and the discovery of natural killer (NK) cells. Together with her late husband, Prof. George Klein, she enriched the scientific and social ambiance of the Center through numerous projects and […]
Happy Passover from the Lautenberg Center!

In honor of Passover, the department held a celebratory toast with its members. The Lautenberg Center sends heartfelt wishes for a joyful and peaceful holiday to all.This Passover, we especially keep in our thoughts the hostages still held in captivity, and we sincerely hope and pray for their safe and swift return home.
The Lautenberg Center is Happy to Announce the Joining of Prof. Carlos Caldas

We are happy to welcome Prof. Carlos Caldas, who has joined our department and is beginning to settle into his new office.Carlos, the Lautenberg Center wishes you great success, fruitful research, and enjoyment in everything you do!