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transformational commitment strengthens BGU's ability to advance cutting-edge research and educate the next generation of leaders in computer science and AI. Adam Korbin , BGU Canada Regional President for Vancouver, BC, and Alberta, made a gift to support the expansion of BGU Radio through the Yazamut 360° Entrepreneurship Center. His contribution will help strengthen student-driven media and entrepreneurship initiatives. The Al Roadburg Foundation provided funding for the equipment required to rebuild Prof. Michael Danilenko's leukemia research laboratory after the damage sustained during Operation Rising Lion.

course at BGU’s Eilat Campus. The program, led by Prof. Nadav Shashar, provided hands-on exposure to marine research and strengthened academic connections between Mexico and Israel. The Dr. Stephen Fichman and Susan Cohene Fund made a gift to support medical student scholarships and establish an annual ophthalmology lecture. The commitment, to be realized over the next 20 years, will also enable the naming of two essential learning spaces in the Rachel and Max Javit Medical Simulation and Classroom Building.

This support will enable the continuation of vital research advancing the understanding and treatment of leukemia. Marcelo Steuer demonstrated steadfast commitment through his continued support of the Duet Center. His contribution will help expand the Center’s early childhood development research, training, and community programs focused on personalized care for young children. Teddy Goldberg enabled outstanding students from Mexican universities to participate in a for-credit coral restoration