Our Team

Our team is led by Dr. Alex Gileles-Hillel, a world-renowned expert in sleep medicine. Dr. Gileles has over 12 years of experience in the field and has published numerous articles in top-tier scientific journals. He is joined by a team of talented researchers and students who are committed to advancing our understanding of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and the role of hypoxia in its pathophysiology.

Dr Alex Gileles-Hillel

Primary Investigator

alex.gileles@mail.huji.ac.il

Dr. Alex Gileles-Hillel is the founder and director of Gileles Lab, dedicated to researching sleep-disordered breathing and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the Hebrew University Medical School. After completing his medical degree, he finished his pediatric residency at Hadassah Medical Center, where he also pursued a clinical fellowship in pediatric pulmonology.

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To deepen his expertise in sleep medicine, Dr. Gileles-Hillel undertook an advanced fellowship at the University of Chicago under the mentorship of Dr. David Gozal, focusing on sleep-disordered breathing and OSA. Following this, he completed a post-doctoral mentored fellowship with the world-renowned vascular biologist Prof. Eli Keshet at the Hebrew University. This experience allowed him to expand his research into the intersection of vascular biology and respiratory disorders.

Dr. Gileles-Hillel has authored over 70 publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals, contributing to the fields of sleep medicine, pediatric pulmonology, and the pathophysiology of OSA. At Gileles Lab, he continues to engage in research, mentor emerging scientists, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in sleep and respiratory medicine..alex.gileles@mail.huji.ac.il

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Dr Hadas Masury-David

Lab Manager

hadasmasury@gmail.com

Dr. Hadas Masury is the Lab Manager at Gileles Lab, where she oversees daily operations and plays an integral role in designing and supervising ongoing experiments. She brings a wealth of experience in molecular biology and has a strong background in advanced laboratory techniques.

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Dr. Masury earned her Ph.D. in Biology from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem under Prof. Ittay Ben Porath. Her doctoral research focused on investigating the aggressive behaviors of breast cancer cells, contributing to a deeper understanding of cancer biology. She has been involved in publishing several articles in reputable scientific journals, reflecting her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.

With extensive wet lab experience and expertise in cutting-edge molecular techniques, Dr. Masury ensures that the laboratory operates efficiently and effectively. She is dedicated to maintaining high standards of research practice, mentoring lab members, and fostering a collaborative environment that promotes innovation and discovery.hadasmasury@gmail.com

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Simcha Nalick

PhD Student

simcha.nalick@mail.huji.ac.il

Simcha Nalick is a researcher at Gileles Lab. He received his MSc in biomedical sciences from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and has extensive experience working with animal models. Simcha's research focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying the association of OSA and cancer.

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He also is developing the airway organoid model in the Gileles Lab.

simcha.nalick@mail.huji.ac.il

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Rachel Bloom

MSc Student

Rachel Bloom is an MSc student at Gileles Lab. She received her Bachelor's degree in biotechnology from the Hadassah Academic College in Jerusalem, Israel.

Naama Lopiansky

MSc student

Naama Lopiansky is an MSc student at Gileles Lab. She received her Bachelor's degree in biotechnology from the Hadassah Academic College in Jerusalem, Israel.

Amal Baker

MSc Student

Amal Baker is an MSc student at Gileles Lab. She received her Bachelor's degree in Biology from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel.