BGU’s Dr. Oded Nir Named One of 2024’s Rising Stars in Desalination
Dr. Oded Nir of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), based at the Zuckerberg Institute for Water Research, has been named one of the Rising Stars of Desalination 2024 by the prestigious journal Desalination. This global recognition celebrates outstanding early-career researchers within a decade of earning their PhD who are shaping the future of desalination science and technology.

Dr. Nir was selected for his groundbreaking research, strong commitment to the international desalination community, and innovative vision for addressing global water challenges. His work at BGU’s Zuckerberg Institute exemplifies the University’s leadership in water research and sustainability.
"This prestigious recognition is a strong motivation to continue advancing research that will impact the field of desalination for years to come," said Dr. Nir.
This honor not only reflects Dr. Nir’s remarkable contributions but also reinforces BGU’s role at the forefront of developing solutions for one of the world’s most critical needs—clean and sustainable water. We proudly congratulate Dr. Nir on this well-deserved recognition.