People behind the science A philanthropic way of life Grounded in Weizmann history, the Clore family continues to shape tomorrow’s science Date: September 11, 2024
People behind the science The science of happiness Positive neuroscience and the mindful living and giving of Valeria and Mike Rosenbloom Date: September 11, 2024
Features Journey to the frontiers of the universe Ruth Oratz on her once-in-a-lifetime visit to the Giant Magellan Telescope Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs Breaking their teeth on an immune disorder A newly discovered autoimmune disorder disrupts tooth enamel development, with implications for the earlier diagnosis of celiac disease Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs The solar forest Planting solar panels in arid regions could tackle the climate crisis better than planting trees Date: September 11, 2024
Features Going all in on AI Welcome to the new AI Hub for Scientific Discovery, where a creative community is tackling ‘AI for science’ from the bottom up Date: September 11, 2024
People behind the science Major new Exhibition Hall to complement the Garden of Science Sir John Ritblat has pledged a visionary gift to construct a versatile educational facility Date: September 11, 2024
Students Branching out Postdoctoral fellow Dr. Diriba Nemera is studying how drought affects trees’ response to environmental changes Date: September 11, 2024
Features Local heroes Field experiments with wheat in the northern Negev symbolize hope and renewal after October 7–and continue a long-standing Weizmann and Israeli tradition of studying wheat genetics and evolution Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs IN MEMORIAM - Prof. Avi Minsky Prof. Avi Minsky’s career was marked by significant contributions to our understanding of DNA organization and cellular survival mechanisms Date: September 11, 2024
Alumni The long road home The tragic events of October 7 have made one of the most important decisions for young Israeli scientists—whether or not to return home after a postdoctoral fellowship abroad— harder than ever Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs Erasing traces of trauma from the young brain Weizmann researchers reveal how exposure to trauma in infancy alters the brain and that early treatment is vital for rehabilitation Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs The scent of compassion Exposure to chemicals in women’s tears can reduce aggressive behavior in men Date: September 11, 2024
People behind the science New horizons in Ofakim Yossi Dahan has made a visionary pledge to support Davidson’s premilitary gap-year program in the south Date: September 11, 2024
Students Beyond brilliant ShePhysics@Weizmann is a student-founded group providing professional development and support for women in physics. Although the group aspires to become obsolete, they know much still needs to be done Date: September 11, 2024
Features The lab under the sea Dr. Einat Segev’s sea-based solutions for fighting slime Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs IN MEMORIAM - Prof. Harry Dym Prof. Harry Dym utilized tools from classical analysis and operator theory to earn his place as a world-leading mathematician Date: September 11, 2024
Features What we know about PTSD Understanding how our brains cope with traumatic events Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs Toward a treatment for Huntington’s disease Weizmann scientists have discovered two small molecules that can reverse the effects of this incurable neurodegenerative disorder Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs Friendly neighborhood fungus outcompetes Weizmann scientists discover a new species of microbe that may defend against life-threatening infection Date: September 11, 2024
People behind the science When science meets medicine A landmark donation from the Miriam and Aaron Gutwirth Fund will establish the Institute’s first MD/PhD program Date: September 11, 2024
People behind the science All in the family The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust recently pledged a foundational grant to fund a new community center on campus Date: September 11, 2024
Students Meeting the moment Since October 7, the Davidson Institute has played a critical role in providing educational activities and fostering resilience among children displaced by the conflict Date: September 11, 2024
Briefs IN MEMORIAM - Solo Dwek Leading philanthropist, distinguished businessman, treasured friend Date: September 11, 2024