Israeli science

Israeli gas sensor spots ‘mirror’ molecules, opening path to breath-based diagnostics

By detecting subtle structural differences in volatile compounds, the sensors could power non-invasive breath tests for diseases such as lung cancer or diabetes.

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. October 20, 2015.
 The anti-aging technology of the SUPERB device is based on ultrasound rays

Research reveals key protein regulates molecule that slows aging, boosts healing - study

Israel’s First Lady, Michal Herzog, TAU President, Prof. Ariel Porat, Prof. Amal Jamal & Prof. Yair Bar-Haim

Tel Aviv University scientists discover key to protect nerves

DR. UDI BONSHTEIN practices hypnosis on a patient

In Israeli first, Galilee Medical Center performs deep brain surgery under hypnosis


Israeli researchers on road to new coronavirus passive vaccine

Seven of the epitopes are potentially effective vaccine candidates. The research shows that they could cover as much as 87% of the world population.

Small bottles labeled with a "Vaccine COVID-19" sticker and a medical syringe are seen in this illustration

Science Minister Izhar Shay quarantined after aide gets COVID-19

Shay had just finished speaking at a memorial ceremony for murdered soldier Amit Ben Yigal when he got the results.

New Knesset member Izhar Shay poses for a picture at the Knesset, on April 29, 2019

2020 EMET Prize winners announced

The EMET Prize is known as Israel's Nobel Prize, awarded for excellence which make significant contributions to Israeli society.

THE 2019 EMET Prize award ceremony.

Ben Gurion U. ranked in top 15 natural sciences institutions

A total of 133 articles were published by BGU researchers in the year recorded.

The Grosman Building for Geology on Ben Gurion University of the Negev's Marcus Family Campus in Beersheba.

Two Israeli companies featured in Time's 100 Best Inventions

The GENNY by Watergen cuts down on plastic waste, as the machine takes water directly from the atmosphere.

A WATERGEN DEVICE takes the air, produces the water, purifies and mineralizes it, then serves it as pure clean drinking water.

Dr. Orna Berry, Israel’s first and only female chief scientist

Shattering glass ceilings and overcoming personal obstacles

Dr. Orna Berry poses with some of her awards

Why are men more prone to illness than women?

While women are more resistant to infectious diseases, this same reaction may make them more likely to suffer from auto-immune diseases.

Male and Female gender symbols

Israeli researchers develop vaginal fluid transplant

In two cases, a single dose of VMT induced a long-lasting and complete remission.

Dr. Ahinoam Lev-Sagie

Ben-Gurion University study says 'Havana Syndrome' caused by pesticides

“The study validates the need for us to continue to learn more about the use of pesticides and other toxins.”

Brain scan (illustrative)

Groundbreaking AI-based cancer treatment developed by Israeli researchers

The new technology allows AI to identify molecular features of cancer cells based on biopsy images.

The original scan (left) and the areas where information was extracted (in red and green, right) using the technology developed at the Technion