The Art of Capturing Human Learning

The Edmond J. Safra Brain Research Center for the Study of Learning Disabilities

Our center is dedicated to exploring the fascinating intersection of the mind, the brain, culture, and education. We focus on the unique developmental challenges and opportunities faced by Hebrew- and Arabic-speaking children and adults.

Our multi-cultural center is a beacon of hope for shared living that celebrates human diversity

By pooling resources and expertise, our researchers, who come from different academic backgrounds, jointly develop effective interventions tailored to the specific needs of all children in the region.

We offer comprehensive resources on learning disabilities in Semitic languages that combine the latest research from the fields of neuroscience, psychology, and education.

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The Longitudinal Study

Tracking Israeli Children’s Development from Kindergarten to the Sixth Grade

We are proud to lead one of the most extensive developmental studies on thousands of Hebrew- and Arabic-speaking children.

Introduction to the Longitudinal Study

Safra in the Community

Discover the Power of Innovative Research in Everyday Practice

ספרא בקהילה

מובילים שותפויות אקדמיה-שדה למימוש הפוטנציאל של כל ילד וילדה דוברי עברית ודוברי ערבית

Safra in the Community

Discover the Power of Innovative Research in Everyday Practice

ספרא בקהילה

מובילים שותפויות אקדמיה-שדה למימוש הפוטנציאל של כל ילד וילדה דוברי עברית ודוברי ערבית

“We believe every child deserves the best possible start in life, and we hope this website will serve as a valuable resource for anyone committed to promoting the well-being and success of children.”

Prof. Tami Katzir

Director

The director’s note

What's New?

Doctoral student Michal Sadan, Dr. Orly Lipka, and Prof. Tami Katzir have published a new article in the journal “Computer Assisted Language Learning”. The study examines the impact of digital vocabulary games versus digital worksheet on learning outcomes and achievement emotions among third-grade students with diverse reading abilities.

Edmond J. Safra Center and the Department of Learning Disabilities end of semester event

Doctoral student Shahar Dotan and Prof. Tami Katzir have published a new paper in “Journal of Research in Reading”. The paper addresses the differences between digital and paper-based reading among young readers.

Congratulations to Prof. Tzipi Horowitz-Kraus for receiving the Khalifa Award for Education from the United Arab Emirates

The Edmond J. Safra Center longitudinal research seminar Teachers Sub-Sample: Teachers of reading in a changing reality 7.5.24

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The Edmond J. Safra Brain Research Center for the Study of Learning Disabilities was established at the University of Haifa in 2008 by the late Prof. Zvia Breznitz’s extraordinary vision.

Watch the center’s establishment video