Research and development

The role of defense R&D in strengthening Israel’s capabilities, technological superiority - opinion

Israel's national security depends on more than military strength. Investment in AI, robotics, space, and advanced defense technologies is essential to staying ahead of our enemies.

Members of the emergency squad of Kibbutz Malkia take part in a drill in Kibbutz Malkia, near the border with Lebanon, November 4, 2025.
A wild-type crustacean in molecular research at the Sagi Laboratory at BGU

How a BGU researcher is manipulating crustaceans to protect the environment – and fight disease

"DASGRI 2026 showcased the growing power of responsible AI and global collaboration to drive meaningful social and technological progress."

DASGRI 2026 Unites Global Experts on Responsible AI and Data-Driven Social Impact

In this photo illustration, a smartphone displays the logo of Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO), a Denmark-based pharmaceutical company specializing in diabetes care, obesity treatment, in front of a screen showing the company's latest stock market chart, January 29, 2026

Cellular Intelligence strikes deal with Novo Nordisk to advance Parkinson’s cell therapy


The fear and excitement of taking the start-up leap

Johnathan Kobanni and Omri Chacham have developed Treedi, a multi-layered screen platform that is both innovative and promising. After creating a proof of concept, they ask themselves: “now what?"

 Software engineers Kobanni (left) and Chacham (right).

Researchers discover way to predict earthquakes with 80% accuracy

By studying changes in the Earth's ionosphere, an Israeli research team discovered a method to predict earthquakes 48 hours ahead with 80% accuracy.

A view shows houses destroyed following a 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Les Cayes, Haiti August 14, 2021.

A new material could restore damaged nerves, heart pacing - study

Developed in Haifa and Chicago, it could streamline medical treatments and accelerate the use of renewable energies.

 The silicon membrane as seen before wrapping it around the heart or nerve tissue. The color you see is due to the porosity of the surface – pores that reflect and absorb the different wavelengths of light in a non-homogeneous way, causing the different colors of the rainbow to appear.

Larisa Amir appointed managing director of Merck KGaA Healthcare R&D Center in Israel

Larisa Amir joined Merck KGaA in 2009 and has served in several local and international positions

Larisa Amir

Israel and Greece revamp their R&D relationship - exclusive

The two nations have announced the revitalization of their collaboration in key fields including climate change and water technologies.

 Science and Technology Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen (Blue and White) with Greek Industry and Development Minister Adonis Georgiadis.

Settled at birth: blood vessels remember their origins - study

Until this point, new blood vessels were thought to develop either from other blood vessels or progenitor cells.

Red blood cells (illustrative)

NVIDIA to hire 1000 more workers for its Israel R&D center

Tech giants' interest in Israel reflects the broader state of the global tech industry.

 NVIDIA's Israel R&D center.

TurboGen’s hydrogen turbine heralds the fuel of the future

The turbine, which could soon operate on 100% hydrogen, is indicative of Israel’s position as a leading hydrogen energy innovator.

 TurboGen's hydrogen-powered TG40 Micro Turbine

This glass is 1,000 times thinner than a strand of hair - study

Flat lenses offer clear advantages over conventional lenses, as they are much smaller, easier to manufacture and more visually appealing.

 Prof. Uriel Levy.

Israel's Negev will soon boom - and North American Jews are preparing

"We aren’t making a desert bloom, because it’s already far from being a desert. We are taking a place with its own story and moving it forward significantly."

 Jewish children from the Bnei Shimon Regional Council introduce themselves to Bedouin teens from Rahat at Rahat’s community center.